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The Iron Bridge and Tollhouse. 1,933 reviews. #2 of 16 things to do in Ironbridge. Bridges. Closed now. 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Write a review. About. Walk across the first ever cast-iron bridge, built in 1779 across the River Severn. Marvel at its true strength and delicate beauty. Duration: < 1 hour. Suggest edits to improve what we show.
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- It was the first structure in the world made from cast iron. Built in 1779 by a team of pioneering industrialists, the Iron Bridge was made possible through advances in iron smelting that took place in the century before.
- The bridge wasn't designed by Telford or Brunel. The man responsible for the design of the Iron Bridge was a Shrewsbury architect called Thomas Farnolls Pritchard.
- The gorge, in which the bridge was built, was formed during the Ice Age. There are various geological theories about the formation of the Severn Gorge.
- Until 1950, everyone had to pay a toll to cross - even the Queen. They might rule the country, but a toll is a toll. A sign advised: 'Every officer or soldier whether on duty or not, is liable to pay toll for passing over as well as any baggage wagon, mail coach or the Royal Family.'
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Jan 30, 2023 · The toll house with the back-story to the Ironbridge is free to visit and we spent some time walking along the river and enjoying the beautiful autumn sunshine and views. Date of experience: October 2022
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The Iron Bridge and Tollhouse, Ironbridge: See 1,918 reviews, articles, and 1,110 photos of The Iron Bridge and Tollhouse, ranked No.2 on Tripadvisor among 16 attractions in Ironbridge.
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The Iron Bridge and Tollhouse. 1,933 reviews. #2 of 16 things to do in Ironbridge. Bridges. Open now. 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Write a review. About. Walk across the first ever cast-iron bridge, built in 1779 across the River Severn. Marvel at its true strength and delicate beauty. Duration: < 1 hour. Suggest edits to improve what we show.
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Apr 27, 2018 · Shropshire. Telford. Ironbridge Gorge. Ironbridge Attractions. The Iron Bridge and Tollhouse. 1,932 reviews. #2 of 16 things to do in Ironbridge. Bridges. Open now. 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM. Write a review. About. Walk across the first ever cast-iron bridge, built in 1779 across the River Severn. Marvel at its true strength and delicate beauty.
