Jackfield Tile Museum

Visit the oldest surviving purpose built tile factory in the world where you can explore the rich heritage of British tile making, particularly between 1840 and 1960. This period saw Jackfield and its neighbouring town, Broseley, become powerhouses in the industry.

A wall of history

The museum boasts a unique collection that includes everything from stunning friezes and captivating story-telling panels to everyday tiles used in Victorian homes. Explore recreated historical spaces, such as an Edwardian tube station and a traditional butcher’s shop, all adorned with beautiful tiles from different eras. Keep an eye out too for designs by famous artists like William Morris and Salvador Dali, whose works sit alongside countless examples of craftsmanship from local artisans.

Working factory

The building itself is still a functioning tile factory, operated by Craven Dunnill Jackfield Tile Company. If you’re lucky you might witness firsthand the tile-making process. The museum sometimes runs workshops where you can create your own tile, these need to be booked in advance.

A part of Ironbridge

Jackfield Tile Museum is one of ten museum sites within the Ironbridge Gorge World UNESCO Heritage Site telling the story of the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. Other nearby Ironbridge attractions include the Museum of the Gorge, Blists Hill Victorian Town, Coalport China Museum and Broseley Pipeworks.