Visitors are being encouraged to discover the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site this summer after it was featured on an updated illustrated map showcasing 62 UNESCO-designated places across the UK.

Published by the UK National Commission for UNESCO, the free map brings together the UK’s World Heritage Sites, Creative Cities, Global Geoparks and Biosphere Reserves, helping people discover internationally recognised destinations for days out, short breaks and summer adventures.

As the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution and one of the UK’s 31 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Ironbridge Gorge sits alongside some of the country’s most iconic heritage destinations, celebrating the places that have shaped our history, culture and natural environment.

Designed by Birmingham-based creative cartographer Tom Woolley, the updated map highlights UNESCO sites across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and is available to download free of charge.

The inclusion of Ironbridge Gorge on the updated map provides another opportunity for residents and visitors alike to explore everything the World Heritage Site has to offer, from its world-renowned museums and historic landmarks to scenic walking routes, independent businesses and riverside attractions.

The UK is home to 62 UNESCO-designated places, including 31 World Heritage Sites, 14 Creative Cities, 10 Global Geoparks and seven Biosphere Reserves. Many are free to visit and accessible by public transport, making them ideal destinations for families and visitors looking to explore closer to home this summer.

Residents and visitors can download the free illustrated map from the UK National Commission for UNESCO website and use it to discover Ironbridge Gorge alongside other UNESCO-designated places across the UK.