This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Coalport.
The small village Coalport, Shropshire, England, is situated by the River Severn in Shropshire, an English county in the West Midlands. The settlement lies on the north bank of the river and provides an easy access to the nearby village of Coalbrookdale and the nearby city of Telford; the nearby town Jackfield lies on the south bank of River Severn and its history is closely connected to the Industrial Revolution.
The manufacture of pottery flourished in the eighteenth century and the area became famous for Jackfield Ware, earthenware of excellent-quality decorated with figures and flowers. The production of pottery continued until the twentieth century. In the village, you can find Jackfield Tile Museum. It is housed in a former factory building and focuses on the British tile production. Do not miss the nearby Iron Bridge, which crosses the River Severn. It was opened in the late eighteenth century and was the first major bridge made of cast iron. During the twentieth century, it underwent several restorations.
The region is particularly interesting for history and culture lovers. Coalport China Museum is one of the ten Ironbridge Gorge Museums and it is right next to Hostel Coalport. The museum informs about the history of Coalport China, an important manufacturer of English chinaware. The factory was the first one in Coalbrookdale. It operated from the late eighteenth century until the early twentieth century. In the museum, you can watch daily demonstrations of china making. Royal Air Force Museum Cosford is a twenty-minute drive from Jackfield. The museum focuses on the history of aviation and the Royal Air Force. The premises houses a large number of aero engines and displays more than seventy aircraft. The admission is free.
The climate in Shropshire is moderate with mild summers. The average maximum temperatures range from nineteen to twenty-one degrees Celsius in summer. Tourists can expect mean maximum temperatures of about seven degrees Celsius in winter.
In the region, you can find numerous hotels, guesthouses, holiday apartments; you'll also find an option for a Coalport, Shropshire, England hostel. There are several hotels in Jackfield along the River Severn, which are good value for money. In addition to that, the nearby hostel offers good facilities and modern services such as free Wi-Fi and parking spaces. If you travel in a group and you want to save some money, a Coalport, Shropshire, England hostel is the best option and can accommodate families and solo travelers as well as groups.
Written by local enthusiast for Coalport hostels
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