The former factory buildings of Maw & Co. are situated in the heart of the picturesque Ironbridge Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, 1.5 miles from the historic Iron Bridge.
In the late 19th century Maw and Co. was the largest tile manufacturer in the world, producing over 20 million items a year at the height of the tile boom. The company's five acre site is internationally famous for its decorative wall and floor tiles. For more information please click on the history button.
The refurbished factory building is now home to Maw's Craft Centre and comprises of residential units and over 20 individual workshops housing a wide variety of Art, craft and design specialists. For more details click on businesses.
These select businesses open most afternoons and weekends throughout the year. However, if you are planning to visit particular workshops, it's always worth a call to check their availability.
With a number of gift shops, galleries and a tea room, come and discover the modern and historic delights of Maw's. Breaking newsContrary to some newspaper headlines Maws Craft Centre is NOT closing down. Jackfield Arts & Crafts, one of the resident businesses, is closing its doors on 30 April 2008 after four years at the Centre. Maws Craft Centre will continue as usual - our next is the Steam Up Day, please see our events page for more details.
The Belly Dancing classes with Katherine are moving venue from Jackfield Arts and Crafts at Unit B4/5 to Dancing @ Madeley Academy. Intermediate on Wednesday 7.30 to 8.30. Thursdays: Beginners 6.30 to 7.30 and Improvers 7.30 to 8.30.
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