Iconic Cooling Towers at Ironbridge Power Station

Regeneration of the former Ironbridge Power Station

Ironbridge Power Station

Overview & Vision

The 350-acre former Ironbridge Power Station is planned for regeneration into a mixed-use scheme, creating a new community at the heart of the region’s industrial heritage.

Harworth purchased the site from Uniper plc in June 2018 which consists of the existing power station and its associated uses. The power station was constructed in 1963 and ceased electricity generation in 2015, following demolition of the previous power station in the 1980’s after 50 years of operation.

Demolition of the power station, including the cooling towers, has been approved by Shropshire Council and will be undertaken by Harworth from the end of 2019. The National Grid and Western Power Distribution substations and equipment – which are still in service – will not be demolished and will form part of the overall masterplan.

The site’s masterplan is currently in development with the input of Shropshire Council, stakeholders and residents, following a series of workshops and two public consultation events held in October 2018 and May 2019. The most recent masterplan shows a mixed-use scheme for 1,000 new homes in addition to a range of commercial, leisure and community uses including a park and ride facility, a school and public open space. Talks are also ongoing with National Rail to bring the existing rail sidings on the site back into operation in addition to strengthening the rail bridge that crosses the river.

Ironbridge Power Station – June 2018

Development Progress

The feedback received in the last public consultation event will help shape the masterplan further, with the intention to submit an application for outline planning consent in Autumn 2019.

Alongside the former Power Station use, the site also comprises a former social club (redundant sports pitches, timber pavilion & golf course), borrow pits and Pulverised Fuel Ash (PFA) landfill waste tips. Before development of these areas, a period of activity will commence to remove the existing minerals from the site.

To follow the development progress in more detail, please visit the scheme website (link at the top of the page) which publishes a regular newsletter.

Development Gallery

The Pump House at Ironbridge Power Station
Iconic Cooling Towers at Ironbridge Power Station
Proposed Masterplan for Ironbridge - May 2019
Demolition - Ironbridge Power Station

Location Map

Opportunities & Enquiries

The first phase of housing development is likely to start in 2021 with the second phase of housing to follow in 2022. Land sales for commercial uses may happen sooner. For all initial enquiries, please contact the Midlands Regional Director, David Cockroft.