Welcome to Coalport

Coalport is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Severn and is known for its rich history in the ceramics industry. The village was named after the Coalport China Works, which was established in 1795 by John Rose. The factory produced high-quality porcelain and became one of the most successful ceramic manufacturers in the world.

Coalport is also home to the Coalport China Museum, which is dedicated to the history of the Coalport China Works. The museum showcases a vast collection of ceramics, including some of the earliest pieces produced by the factory. Visitors can learn about the manufacturing process and see demonstrations of traditional techniques used in the production of porcelain. The museum also features a gift shop where visitors can purchase Coalport China and other souvenirs.

In addition to its rich history in the ceramics industry, Coalport is also known for its picturesque surroundings. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. The River Severn runs through the village, providing opportunities for boating and fishing. Coalport is also home to several pubs and restaurants, offering visitors a chance to sample traditional English cuisine and local ales.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 10.2°C

Feels Like: 7.3°C

Wind: 14.8 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Sir Alexander Fleming Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katy Tomlinson	109 Southgate Sutton Hill Telford Shropshire TF7 4HG 01952327820 School Website
John Wilkinson Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Stephanie Beard (Acting)	Coalport Road Broseley Shropshire TF12 5AN 01952882950 School Website
John Fletcher Of Madeley Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Stacey Cross	Upper Road Madeley Telford Shropshire TF7 5DL 01952388188 School Website
John Randall Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nina Sangha	Queen Street Madeley Telford Shropshire TF7 4DS 01952388390 School Website
Haughton School Community Special School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Gill Knox	Queen Street Madeley Telford Shropshire TF7 4BW 01952387540 School Website
St Marys Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Samantha Griffiths	Coronation Crescent Madeley Telford Shropshire TF7 5EJ 01952388255 School Website
Broseley Ce Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Killick	Dark Lane Broseley Shropshire TF12 5LW 01952567630 School Website
Madeley Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:3-5 Head Teacher Ms Louise Lowings	Bridle Road Madeley Telford Shropshire TF7 5ET 01952388210 School Website
Woodlands Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Yvonne Crilly	Ironbridge Road Madeley Telford Shropshire TF7 5HX 01952386070 School Website
Abraham Darby Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Lee Hadley	Ironbridge Road Madeley Telford Shropshire TF7 5HX 01952386000 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Telford Central Euston Way, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 4LZ 4.47 Miles

Shifnal Market Place, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 9QB 4.52 Miles

Oakengates Station Road, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6DH 5.23 Miles

Cosford Old Worcester Road, Cosford, West Midlands, WV7 3EY 6.25 Miles

Wellington Station Road, Wellington, Shropshire, TF1 1BY 6.68 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Total Cars 01952 684466 72 Sandcroft, Telford, Shropshire, TF7 4AB 0.83 Miles
Ironbridge Horseless Carriages 01952 585888 Ironbridge Road, Telford, Shropshire, TF7 5JX 1.50 Miles
Broseley Taxis 01952 882666 12 Birch Meadow, Broseley, Shropshire, TF12 5LL 1.64 Miles
K L M Travel 07791 030876 81 Crown St, Telford, Shropshire, TF4 3NW 3.05 Miles
Central Taxis 01952 501050 Horsehay House, Telford, Shropshire, TF4 3PY 3.54 Miles
K And L Executive Travel 01952 503031 126 Queen Elizabeth Way, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 2JS 4.01 Miles
K And L Executive Travel 0800 955 3050 126 Queen Elizabeth Way, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 2JS 4.01 Miles
Ambassador Taxis 01952 200600 Unit 59/Business Development Centre/Stafford Park 4, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 3BA 4.08 Miles
Royal Cars 01952 299299 Business Development Centre/Stafford Pk 4, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 3BA 4.08 Miles
Acorn Contract Hire And Car Leasing 01746 711706 Se206 / 207, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 9FT 4.65 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Tf8 Riverside Coalport Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Tf7 Southfield Sutton Hill Telford Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Tf7 Sutton Hill Post Office Southgate Sutton Hill Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Tf7 Coalport Road Madeley Telford Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tf8 Jackfield Church Road Jackfield Telford Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Tf11 Shell Garage Sutton Maddock Shifnal Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:15
Tf7 Stanwyck Sutton Hill Telford Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tf7 Upper Road Madeley Telford Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tf12 Forester Road Broseley Weekday Last Collection:12:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Tf11 Sutton Maddock Shifnal Weekday Last Collection:11:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Tf12 The Rock Ironbridge Road Broseley Weekday Last Collection:12:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Tf7 Hills Lane Drive Madeley Telford Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:45
Tf7 Glendinning Way Madeley Telford Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Tf7 Madeley Post Office Anstice Square Madeley Te Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Tf11 Brockton Shifnal Weekday Last Collection:11:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Sutton Hill Medical Practice	Maythorne Close Sutton Hill Telford TF7 4DH
Trinity Healthcare Partnership - Madeley	Church Street Madeley Telford Shropshire TF7 5BU
South-East Telford Pcn 01952 586616	Court Street Practice Court Street, Madeley Telford TF7 5EE
Court Street Medical Practice 01952 586616	Court Street Med Practice Court Street, Madeley Telford Shropshire TF7 5EE
Broseley Medical Practice 01952 882854	Broseley Medical Practice Bridgnorth Road Broseley Shropshire TF12 5EL

Local Stores

Petrol Broseley
Ironbridge Road
Broseley
Shropshire
TF12 5DJ
01952 881173
Store Website
1.45 miles

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SPAR Broseley
67 High Street
Broseley
TF12 5EZ
01952 882276
Store Website
1.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Severn Edge Veterinary Group - Broseley
Ironbridge Road Broseley Shropshire TF12 5DJ 01952 883859 office@severnedgevets.co.uk Website 1.45 miles

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Severn Edge Veterinary Group - Madeley
44 Park Street Madeley Telford Shropshire TF7 5LD 01952 680287 office@severnedgevets.co.uk Website 1.51 miles

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Telford Madeley Vets4pets Ltd
Madeley Court Parkway Telford Shropshire TF7 5FL 01952 682100 telfordmadeley@vets4pets.com Website 1.62 miles
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Haygate Veterinary Centre - Madeley
20/21 Bridgnorth Road Madeley Telford Shropshire TF7 4JB 01952 586182 admin.haygate@cvsvets.com Website 1.89 miles
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Southwater Veterinary Group
Wright House Stafford Park 1 Telford Shropshire TF3 3DB info@southwatervets.co.uk Website 3.87 miles

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Pets Choice Veterinary Centre
Unit E3 Stafford Park 15 Telford Shropshire TF3 3BB 01952 201369 Website 4.09 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Ironbridge
Ironbridge Is A Town On The River Severn At The Heart Of The Ironbridge Gorge, Near Telford, Shropshire. Site Of The World’S First Iron Bridge, Erected Over The River Severn In 1779. We Detail A Short, 1.3 Mile, Walk Here, Which Encompasses The Town Of Ironbridge And Crosses Over The Iron Bridge Itself. This Will Give You Chance To Explore The Town And River Area A Little, As Part Of The Walk. TF8 7JP 1.98 miles From The M54 Telford, Head South On The A442 Toward Ironbridge. Pass Through Madeley And When On The B4373 Follow This To A Roundabout At Ironbridge, Go Around This To Take An Effective Left Turn. Pass By Bedlam Furnaces, Then Take Right Over The Bridge, Right Again Then The First Right, Just Off The Sharp Bend In The Road. The Car Park Is Located On The Right, Next To The River Severn.

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The Wrekin
Around The Bottom Of The Wrekin. The Wrekin Lancashire 5.90 miles

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Granville County Park
Nice Walk Along A Flat Path, Approx 3-4 Miles. Granville Country Park Donnington Lancashire 6.54 miles

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Granville Country Park
This Is The Old Mining Area Of Muxton Which Is Now A Country Park. The Main Route(55) Is Mainly Flat With A Separate Bridal Way Running Adjacent. There Are Some Walks Off The Main Track That Involve Some Steps. Muxton Ln Muxton Telford TF2 8PQ 7.05 miles Free Car Park At The End Of Muxton Lane, Past The Entrance To The Shropshire Golf Centre

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Dudmaston
The Six-Mile Captain Geoffrey’S Woodland Walk Takes You Through A Working Estate That Dates From Norman Times. Captain Geoffrey Wolryche-Whitmore Took Over The Estate In The Early 20Th Century And Saved It From Ruin. WV15 6HD 10.17 miles Follow The A442 From Kidderminster To Bridgnorth. If Driving From Kidderminster, Go Through Alveley And Look Out For The National Trust Sign For Hampton Loade Car Park. Turn Left At This Sign And Follow The Road Into Hampton Loade. Follow The Signs For The Car Park.

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Haughmond Hill
Lovely Walk And Very Dog Friendly. (Always Lots Of Dogs About) There Are Different Routes To Take And A Lovely Cafe That Sells Bags Of Doggie Sausage. Car Park Charges Do Apply. I Highly Recommend Haughmond Hill. Haughmond Hill Car Park Lancashire 12.47 miles Look For Cafe Sign On The Turning In To The Lane. Go Past The Quarry On The Right And You Will See The Car Park.

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Weather Forecast

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