Heatwave: National Trust confirms early closure for Shropshire attraction this week amid soaring temperatures

Blists Hill Victorian Town is to close early this week due to scorching temperatures.

The National Trust has confirmed that the attraction in Telford will close at 4pm on Wednesday and Thursday (June 24 and 25), with last entry at 3pm.

A spokesperson said: “Blists Hill Victorian Town, Ironbridge Gorge, is closing earlier on Wednesday and Thursday - the site will close at 4pm with last entry at 3pm, exhibits will close at 3.30pm.”

Hot and humid weather is expected to continue across the West Midlands and much of England and Wales through the middle of the week, with temperatures exceeding 30C.

The Met Office has issued amber weather warnings for extreme heat for the region, one for Monday and Tuesday and one for Wednesday and Thursday.

The forecaster said: “Keep yourself safe by following these simple steps to reduce the likelihood of the heat making you feel unwell: drink plenty of fluids, keep out of the sun and avoid any exercise between 11am-3pm when the sun is strongest and close curtains in rooms that face the sun.

“If you are going out take water with you, stay in the shade, wear sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat.”

In addition to the reduced hours at Blists Hill, the National Trust has advised of closures at some of its properties in Wolverhampton and Birmingham.

At Wightwick Manor and Gardens in Wolverhampton, the upper floor and De Morgan Gallery are closed on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Meanwhile Moseley Old Hall’s attic will be closed on Thursday and Friday.

Birmingham Back to Backs is closed on Wednesday. It is likely to be closed on Thursday but a decision will be made on Wednesday, a spokesperson said.

Visitors are advised to check a property’s webpage for any updates prior to travelling.