The trail begins and ends in Telford Town Park and passes through the parishes of Stirchley & Brookside, Madeley, Dawley Hamlets and the Ironbridge Gorge.

The route follows the remains of a network of canals, tramways, railways, coal-mines, brickworks, potteries and ironworks that once flourished in the area.

By the beginning of the 20th century much of this industry had declined and by the 1960s, what remained was a legacy of uncapped mineshafts, derelict buildings, abandoned quarries, spoil heaps and pit mounds.

These include the canals, railways, mines, ironworks, houses and fine buildings associated with the area's industrial past.

Many of these heritage sites are easily missed by the casual walker and their contributions to the rich history of the area are less well known.