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Inspiration

  1. Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells
    A week-long celebration of walking, wellbeing and the great outdoors.
    1. 25 May 202631 May 2026
  2. Free family fun with jousting, crafts and displays at Telford’s Spring Into St George’s Day.
    1. 25 Apr 2026
  3. Fire. Food. Music and Fun.
    1. 2 May 20263 May 2026
  4. World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.
    1. 19 Jun 202621 Jun 2026
  5. A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park
    1. 12 Jul 2026
  6. Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena
    Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday
    1. 28 Aug 202630 Aug 2026

Things To Do Highlights

Telford Ice Rink - skaters on the ice

Telford Ice Rink is located in the heart of bustling Southwater. A great day out for all ages with…

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

Daisy Askins offers workshops in willow weaving and basketmaking in the Ironbridge Gorge.

Footpath through woodland

Walking is a fantastic way to explore the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site whether you’re a…

Wellington Orbit

Wellington Orbit is a 63 seat cinema and café in the heart of Wellington, Shropshire. Affordable…

Frontage of Telford Theatre, Oakengates showing Green and Purple colours to the building

Telford's largest live entertainment venue hosting a wide range of entertainment to suite everyone

Telford Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

Small Woods

Small Woods are the national charitable organisation who stand for sustainable woods alive with…

Golf Course

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Par 72, 18 hole championship golf course 6741 yard course Designed by renowned…

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

Lilleshall Abbey is a 12th-century Augustinian Abbey in peaceful rural setting close to the…

Young people playing adventure golf on a sunny day

Adventure Golf is set within the heart of Telford Town Park, the whole family can join in for this…

Meet the Mini Moos

Meet, feed and pet Europe's smallest and cutest cows!

Lilleshall Hall Gardens

Nestled in the Shropshire countryside, Lilleshall Hall is set in spectacular and secluded…

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

Take off to the Royal Air Force Museum Midlands and enjoy a great day out for all the family.…

Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

Beautiful and natural flowers with a touch of the wild. Promotes sustainability and supports local…

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

Discover urban-living 2,000 years ago at Viriconium (Wroxeter) - once the fourth largest city in…

Telford Town Park Waterplay

Looking for something a little different to do next time you visit Telford Town Park? Why not visit…

Young girl enjoying using the high ropes course.

Take on the challenge of 36 different obstacles set over 2 levels, test your nerves on the lower…

Families leaving Jackfield Tile Museum, a historical red brick building.

Jackfield Tile Museum is one of ten museums in Ironbridge Valley of Invention telling the story of…

Telford Town Park

Telford Town Park is a multi award-winning park located in the heart of Telford and close to…

Buildwas Abbey

Visit the impressive ruins of Buildwas Abbey,  a Cistercian abbey, that retains its 12th century…

The Old Coracle Shed

The Ironbridge Coracle Trail is a very pleasant 20 minute walk along the River Severn between the…

ODEON Luxe Telford

ODEON Telford offers film magic, luxury seating and cinema favourites.

Various breads including sourdough, focaccia, hot cross buns, Shropshire butter bun, cinnamon knot, tiger bread

A bread making school in Ironbridge with in-person and online classes teaching you how to make…

What's On Highlights

Night time at the Zoo

A festival-style evening with live music, food and after-dark animal encounters.

Openings

5pm - 10pm

23rd May 2026
Camper Jam 2026

A fun filled show with a chilled out, take it easy vibe.

Openings

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3rd July 2026-5th July 2026
Spring into St George's Day

Free family fun with jousting, crafts and displays at Telford’s Spring Into St George’s Day.

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25th April 2026
Ironbridge Walking Festival

Discover the beauty of The Ironbridge Gorge UNESCO World Heritage Site on foot.

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026-10th May 2026
Willow flower decoration workshop

A relaxed willow weaving workshop to create a flower decoration for the garden.

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19th April 2026
International Primate Day

Celebrate International Primate Weekend with activities and the new Primate Experience at Hoo Zoo.

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5th September 2026-6th September 2026
Reindeer sculpture workshop

Create a festive willow reindeer in this beginner-friendly weaving workshop.

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6th December 2026
Easter Lamb Feeding

Cuddle, bottle‑feed and meet spring lambs at Frankly Farm Tours this Easter.

Openings

10am - 3pm

28th March 2026-12th April 2026
Ironbridge WWII Weekend

WWII re-enactment event in The Ironbridge Gorge

Openings

10am - 5pm

23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
Willow Bread Basket Workshop

A beginner-friendly basketmaking course using traditional willow weaving techniques.

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Season

12th July 2026
Ironbridge Heritage Celebration Walk

Follow the Iron Trail on a guided walk celebrating 40 years of the World Heritage Site.

Openings

Season

29th May 2026
World Earth Weekend

Celebrate World Earth Weekend at Hoo Zoo.

Openings

Season

25th April 2026-26th April 2026
Weston Park Air Show International

World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.

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8am -

19th June 2026-21st June 2026
Adam Purnell cooking over an open fire, meet on a spit

Learn the art of cooking on fire with The Shropshire Lad at Embers Café

Openings

10am - 4pm

14th May 2026
Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells

A week-long celebration of walking, wellbeing and the great outdoors. 

Openings

Season

25th May 2026-31st May 2026
Wolf Awareness Weekend

Discover wolves at Hoo Zoo with activities and insights into their behaviour and pack life.

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Season

15th August 2026-16th August 2026
Santa & Mrs Claus: Festive Fun at Hoo Zoo

Meet Santa & Mrs Claus at Hoo Zoo with festive crafts, gifts and dinosaur fun.

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Season

5th December 2026-23rd December 2026
Spirit, Spice + Chocolate Festival

Something deliciously different is coming to Weston Park later this year

Openings

10am - 8pm

5th September 2026
Cinnamon the capybara's birthday party

Celebrate Cinnamon the capybara’s birthday with themed activities and zoo fun.

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12th September 2026
Superhero Weekend at Exotic Zoo

Hero‑themed fun at Exotic Zoo with costumes, shows and meet‑and‑greets.

Openings

11am - 4pm

25th April 2026-26th April 2026
Willow garden decorations workshop

A beginner-friendly willow weaving workshop to make a dragonfly and bird feeder.

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Season

14th June 2026
100% Badgers: Matt Hob

A night of comedy from the sell out Edinburgh Fringe stand-up show.

Openings

Season

3rd May 2026
Meerkat Mayhem at Exotic Zoo

Meerkat Mayhem with special talks and feeding sessions.

Openings

11am - 4pm

23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
Top Trumps Trail

The Top Trumps Trail is back at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World this Easter and this time it has a…

Openings

Season

28th March 2026-12th April 2026

Where to Stay Highlights

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

There are 6 beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms in the connected Georgian House, with the large…

Badgers Wood

Stay at Badgers Wood – Your Woodland Retreat Beside Hoo Zoo Nestled within a peaceful private…

The International Hotel

Our hotel has 101 bedrooms, a mixture of double and twin occupancy. Continental breakfast is…

Coalport Station Holidays

Coalport Station Holidays offers exceptional self-catering accommodation in two railway carriages…

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

Welcome to The Barn at Lees Farm located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site…

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

STATIC HOLIDAY CARAVANS CARAVAN CLUB TOURING SITE [CL] We are a small family run Park set in the…

Lilleshall House

Wake up in the beautiful countryside in the historic stately home of Lilleshall House, Built in…

Puddle Duck Cottages

Award winning luxury self-catering holiday cottages that have been featured as one of the top…

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

Moreton Hall Farm is an equisite 19th century working farm with self catering cottages, in Newport,…

Front of Venue

Best Western Valley Hotel is a Country House hotel situated in the heart of the UNESCO World…

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House is set in the quiet village of Coalbrookdale, just a mile from the…

Holiday Inn Telford

Our 152-bed hotel is located on the edge of Telford Town Centre, adjacent to the beautiful Town…

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

Welcome to The Barn at Lees Farm located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ironbridge…

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

Self Catering cottage in the heart of Much Wenlock, 5 miles from Ironbridge. Attractive listed…

The Malthouse Rooms

Located beside the River Severn in the village of Ironbridge Gorge, the lively Malthouse boasts 12…

Ironbridge Tiny Hideaway

Romantic hillside hideaway with views of Ironbridge and easy access to the Wharfage.

The outside of The Summer House

The Summer Houses is a unique and romantic Grade II listed tower and the perfect choice for a…

Temple of Diana

A stay on the estate gives guests the chance to truly enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the…

Ironbridge Holidays

Welcome to Ironbridge Holidays, a premier collection of self catering  accommodation in the famous…

Bedroom at Ironbridge View Townhouse

Spectacular Views of the World's First Iron Bridge - Stay in an Award winning Holiday Home in…

The Hundred House Hotel

Award winning Restaurant & Gardens with 10 individually styled en suite rooms. Always a friendly…

Master Suite

Spa and golf retreat overlooking the Ironbridge Gorge in Telford. Our Telford Hotel & Golf Resort,…

News and blog

Inspiration

  1. Walking holidays in The Ironbridge Gorge

    If your idea of a perfect break starts with fresh air, time outdoors and space to explore at your own pace, a walking holiday in The Ironbridge Gorge UNESCO World Heritage Site offers just that.

    5 Apr 2026
  2. A delicious new event is heading to Weston Park

    Get ready to indulge your senses at the brand new Spirits, Spice + Chocolate Festival.  

    2 Apr 2026
  3. Embers Fire Festival set to ignite the Ironbridge Gorge over May Bank Holiday

    A brand-new celebration of fire cooking, live music and family-friendly entertainment is coming to Ironbridge Gorge this spring.

    2 Apr 2026
  4. RAF Museum Midlands awarded £1 Million Biffa Award Grant for major new exhibition

    A £1 million grant from the Biffa Award will support the development of a major new exhibition exploring the story of the RAF from 1980 to today.

    31 Mar 2026
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