What is the Coalport China Museum, and what can you see there?

The Coalport Porcelain Museum is part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museums. Located on the former site of the porcelain works, it presents the history of Coalport and its local porcelain, with access to historic kilns and displays explaining the production process. The museum promotes the Caughley and Coalport porcelain collections, often described as national collections from these works. Visitors can see examples ranging from tableware to highly decorative display pieces, providing a reliable visual reference for shapes, painting styles, and gilding quality. For collectors, a visit to the museum sharpens the eye faster than photographs, as the glazing, translucency, and tool marks are best appreciated in person.