Ironbridge, Coalbrookdale: The Birthplace of the Industrial Revolution

I just got back from my weekend of studies at Ironbridge. I would like to share some shots of the beautiful bridge itself and fill you in on the history you might be unacquainted with...

Sample of the magnificent V&A

I wandered round the Galleries not paying too close attention to which exhibits I travelled through but heading upwards to the Ceramics Gallery on the 6th floor.
Snippets along the way included an ancient 14th century staircase next to this wall of heads...
which made me chuckle!