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Inspiration

  1. Create a stunning spring wreath with expert guidance from Nettie
    1. 21 Mar 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 and music collide at Embers Fire Festival
    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 Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

Buildwas Abbey

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

Lady at a bowling alley

Tenpin Telford is the home of indoor entertainment for a laughter-filled time with family and…

The Old Coracle Shed

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

Footpath through woodland

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

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

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…

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…

Off exploring Ropewalk

Severn Gorge Countryside Trust is an independent Charitable Trust and Limited Company. The Trust…

Lucy Young Ceramics

Discover the joy of pottery in the heart of Shropshire with Lucy Young Ceramics, based at the…

Golf Course

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

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

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…

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

Weston Park House & Gardens

Welcome to 1,000 acres of wonderful Set amongst 1,000 acres of Capability Brown landscaped parkland…

Mini Raft Hire

Shropshire Raft Tours provides a range of water sports based on the River Severn in The Gorge…

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

Small Woods

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

Wellington Orbit

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

Frankly Farm Tours

Intimate and personal animal encounters that are frankly unforgettable, in a beautiful setting.

Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

Spa Treatments

The Spa is a great space to unwind and recharge Put your feet up and pamper yourself. Our…

What's On Highlights

Hoo Zoo Big Birthday Bash

Join Hoo for their Big Birthday Bash, a weekend of celebrations marking another amazing year at Hoo…

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026-4th May 2026
Krazy Races

A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

Openings

10am - 4pm

12th July 2026
A Night of Irish Music with World-Record Guitarist Dave Browne

Enjoy a night of live music at Hoo Zoo

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026-4th 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
AGBO Rally

AGBO Rally returns to Weston Park with thrilling stage action and vintage rally cars.

Openings

8am -

22nd March 2026
An image made of multiple image of animals for World Civet Day

Celebrate World Civet Day at Hoo Zoo with a special spotlight on these secretive and fascinating…

Openings

10am - 5pm

4th April 2026
Willow flower decoration workshop

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

Openings

Season

19th April 2026
An illustration of a woolly mammoth with Nigel's headshot inserted

Experience Prehistoric Park with Nigel Marven LIVE at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World, where the…

Openings

10am - 5pm

29th August 2026-30th August 2026
100% Badgers: Matt Hob

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

Openings

Season

3rd May 2026
Eyton

Wellington Walking Festival is back this year with another varied programme of walks to suit all…

Openings

Season

8th September 2026-14th September 2026
Reindeer sculpture workshop

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

Openings

Season

6th December 2026
Santa & Mrs Claus: Festive Fun at Hoo Zoo

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

Openings

Season

5th December 2026-23rd December 2026
Comic Con Midlands

Star guests, cosplay, panels and family fun at Telford International Centre

Openings

Season

5th September 2026-6th September 2026
Willow Bread Basket Workshop

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

Openings

Season

12th July 2026
The Mandalorian standing by a vehicle with a Hoo Zoo T-Rex behind.

Get ready for Hoo-Fest: Comic-Con on the Zoo, a unique day where pop culture meets the animal world…

Openings

10am - 5pm

6th April 2026
Spring into St George's Day

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

Openings

Season

25th April 2026
Foraging basket workshop

Learn willow weaving and make a rustic frame basket for everyday use.

Openings

Season

20th September 2026
Spring Exhibition

Spring Exhibition 2026 showcasing contemporary painting, printmaking and mixed media.

Openings

Season

3rd March 2026-31st May 2026
Willow Bird Feeder Workshop

A beginner-friendly willow weaving workshop to make a fat ball bird feeder.

Openings

Season

24th May 2026
International Watercolour Masters

World-class watercolour workshops and exhibitions at Lilleshall Hall

Openings

Season

13th May 2026-22nd May 2026
Willow garden decorations workshop

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

Openings

Season

14th June 2026
A wild west gun shooter pictured in full costume

 Yeehaw, partner! Saddle up for a Wild West Weekend at Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

Openings

10am - 5pm

4th July 2026-5th July 2026
Berry Basket Workshop

A beginner’s basketmaking course creating a small round willow basket.

Openings

Season

1st November 2026
Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena

Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday

Openings

Season

28th August 2026-30th August 2026

Where to Stay Highlights

The outside of The Summer House

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

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

Set in a picturesque small village on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border Sambrook Manor holiday…

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

Ironbridge Tiny Hideaway

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

The Grange - Hencote- A Georgian Farmhouse

The Grange is a newly resorted Georgian Farmhouse which can cater up to 14 guests across 7 en suite…

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…

Badgers Wood

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

Bedroom at Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

The Swan Taphouse

Where authentic American Pit BBQ & English Classics come together with one big bite. Enjoyed with a…

TEL;Scouts Meadow

Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ironbridge Gorge, Scout's Meadow is tucked away through…

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

Temple of Diana

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

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

Ramada Hotel Telford

Set in the heart of Telford with its beautiful on site gardens, the Ramada Telford Ironbridge has…

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

Master Suite

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

The White Hart

Sitting on the Banks of the River Severn in the heart of the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge…

Premier Inn Newport Telford

Situated on the edge of the historic market town of Newport, the 83-bedroom Premier Inn…

Front of Venue

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

Coalport Station Holidays

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

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Inspiration

  1. Ironbridge View Townhouse crowned Self Catering Accommodation of the Year

    One of Telford’s standout places to stay has been celebrated at the West Midlands Tourism Awards.

    17 Mar 2026
  2. Walkers looking at a map on the T50 walking trail

    It's time to get outdoors with a packed programme of free activities for all ages, abilities and interests. 

    11 Mar 2026
  3. A year to remember: Telford’s 2026 programme announced

    A year of family‑friendly events and festivals across Telford in 2026.

    25 Feb 2026
  4. Steampunk at Blists Hill Victorian Town

    Phased reopening plans announced for Ironbridge Gorge attractions in 2026.

    20 Feb 2026
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