Broseley Pipeworks
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Discover the ancient industry of clay tobacco pipe making at Broseley Pipeworks in Shropshire, the museum is a wonderfully preserved time capsule of a local industry.
The Broseley Pipeworks played a pivotal role in Britain's industrial landscape. As one of the most prolific clay tobacco pipe makers in the country, it churned out pipes exported worldwide. Today, the museum meticulously safeguards this legacy.
What to see
Walking through well-preserved workshops and learn about the pipe-making process, from shaping the raw clay to firing the finished products. Beyond the production process and the pipes themselves, the Broseley Pipeworks also sheds light on the lives of the people who made it all possible. Gain insight into the working conditions and daily routines of the factory workers through exhibits and guided tours.
Pipe collection
Broseley Pipeworks houses an impressive collection of clay tobacco pipes. From the classic churchwarden pipes to the curiously long Dutch long straws, the museum showcases the variety and ingenuity of these everyday objects. Surprisingly, the pipes weren't just for smoking tobacco! The museum also houses examples of clay pipes specifically designed for medicinal purposes.
A part of Ironbridge
Broseley Pipeworks is one of ten museum sites within the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site telling the story of the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, located within walking distance of other Ironbridge attractions such as the Museum of the Gorge and the Iron Bridge and Toll House.
Visitor information
Address
Duke Street, Broseley, Shropshire, TF12 5LX
01952 433424
Opening times
Broseley Pipeworks is closed in 2025. You can find out more about the museum while it is closed here.
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