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Blists Hill Victorian Town, Telford

4.3

Must see · History Museum · Museum

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Quaint cottages, red-brick buildings, and rustic farmhouses are dotted throughout Blists Hill Victorian Town, an open-air museum recreating the conditions and lifestyle of a Victorian-era Shropshire town. Founded in 1973, the museum employs actors and tradespeople to staff the town's shops and to demonstrate trades that would have been prominent during that era. Before you head to Telford, plan trip itinerary details with our user-friendly Telford online visit planner, to make sure you see all that Telford has to offer, including Blists Hill Victorian Town.

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4,380 reviews

By Ruth W

Had a Gaby afternoon here, had tasty chips beside the river and thought the place was intriguing. The volunteers history knowledge was great.

Had a Gaby afternoon here, had tasty chips beside the river and thought the place was intriguing. The volunteers history knowledge was great. more »
By Ian G

Superb place and very authentic. Really enjoyed the shops and the excellent knowledge from the people therein. Special mention for Sarah in the chemist's shop who was an absolute delight to talk...

Superb place and very authentic. Really enjoyed the shops and the excellent knowledge from the people therein. Special mention for Sarah in the chemist's shop who was an absolute delight to talk... more »
By R862OErichardh

Excellent day out with really engaging, well presented and informative staff in their period roles. Would highly recommend a visit and would certainly take time to speak to the staff in each of the...

Excellent day out with really engaging, well presented and informative staff in their period roles. Would highly recommend a visit and would certainly take time to speak to the staff in each of the... more »