Located in central England, the lively city of Wolverhampton first found its route to success during the Industrial Revolution as a major centre for steel production, coal mining, lock making, and car & motorcycle manufacturing.
Nowadays, the economy of Wolverhampton still relies heavily on the success of its engineering sector, particularly its aerospace industry. The city’s service centre has also greatly expanded over the last few decades.
Home to many historical museums and art galleries, the 19th-century Wolverhampton Art Gallery is an excellent place to explore some of the local steel jewellery, widely considered the cradle of Wolverhampton’s industrial heritage.