Railways East of Shropshire Through Time

The history of East Shropshire has had a global impact, with Ironbridge and Coalbrookdale acknowledged as the 'Birthplace of Industry'. Neil Clarke examines through photographs the history of the railways in this area, which both came from the Industrial Revolution and enabled its growth. Everything, from the early railways to individual branch lines of the area, is examined using both old photographs and drawings and modern photographs to show the development of the area. This area of Shropshire has changed beyond all recognition, as the harsh lines of industry have been replaced with greenery, yet the remnants of its industrial past can still be seen, especially through its railways.