55. 80 Years On: 10 miles - Walk & Talk

As everywhere, the war had an impact on life in the gorge. This walk looks at how the gorge responded to the war effort and visits some of the relevant sites. From Coalbrookdale, we head down through the dale to Ironbridge. We follow the river on The Severn Way to Jackfield before returning to Coalbrookdale on the other side of the river.

Grade of Walk: Easy/Moderate

Length: 10 miles

Pace: Steady

Terrain: Mixed - Field and woodland paths, lanes and footpaths

Steps and Stiles: Steps no stiles

Dog Friendly: NO

Walk Leader: Richard Davies

Specific Walk Information:

Essential Information for Walkers:

All walks take place within the Ironbridge Gorge which will naturally include uphill and downhill sections.

Please come prepared for the walk, with water, drinks, snacks and lunch as appropriate as it is not possible to purchase items on route.

Good walking boots/shoes are essential and be prepared for wet or sunny weather- possibly both in the same day!

Children ( Under 18’s ) are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult with parental responsibility and be capable of the distance, pace and duration of the walk.

Please allow plenty of time to reach your event, parking can be tricky in the gorge! It is possible to reach Ironbridge via public transport but there are limited services. For information on local bus services see www.arrivabus.co.uk or www.telfordpublictransport.co.uk .

Medals are available for anyone completing 25,50,75 or 100 miles over 3 or more walks during the festival and if you complete over 150 miles you will receive our new Cartman Challenge medal – it has been done!!!.