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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. A festival-style evening with live music, food and after-dark animal encounters.
    1. 23 May 2026
  3. Enjoy a seasonal garden tour with Head Gardener Anna Krapivina, followed by lunch.
    1. 24 Jun 2026
    2. 16 Sep 2026
    3. 11 Nov 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

Meet the Mini Moos

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

ODEON Luxe Telford

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

Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

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 Town Park Waterplay

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

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…

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…

Wellington Orbit

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

Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

Lady at a bowling alley

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

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

Buildwas Abbey

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

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

Weston Park House & Gardens

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

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…

Alpaca Meet & Greet

The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

XscapeNow

Telford’s award winning escape room. Six different themed escape rooms

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

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 Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

Frankly Farm Tours

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

What's On Highlights

Berry Basket Workshop

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

Openings

Season

1st November 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
Apley Farm Shop Nature Trail

Help find the missing magic seeds on a fun, family-friendly nature trail at Apley

Openings

Season

23rd April 2026-31st December 2026
Cinnamon the capybara's birthday party

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

Openings

Season

12th September 2026
Flight by Night - Evening Bat and Moth Walk

Join a family‑friendly night walk to discover bats, owls and moths after dark.

Openings

Season

29th May 2026
Ironbridge WWII Weekend

WWII re-enactment event in The Ironbridge Gorge

Openings

10am - 5pm

23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
Digbeth Dining Club

A day of incredible street food, great music, and unbeatable vibes.

Openings

12 - 6pm

11th July 2026-12th July 2026
Parklands Festival

Three days of electronic music at Telford Town Park QEII Arena

Openings

Season

19th June 2026-21st June 2026
Willow Bread Basket Workshop

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

Openings

Season

12th July 2026
Spirit, Spice + Chocolate Festival

Something deliciously different is coming to Weston Park later this year

Openings

10am - 8pm

5th September 2026
World Meerkat Weekend

Discover fascinating facts about meerkat life in the wild, and take part in themed activities.

Openings

Season

11th July 2026-12th July 2026
Night time at the Zoo

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

Openings

5pm - 10pm

23rd May 2026
International Primate Day

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

Openings

Season

5th September 2026-6th September 2026
Exotic Zoo Fossil Festival

Discover fossils, talks and hands‑on activities at Telford Fossil Festival.

Openings

11am - 4pm

6th June 2026
Weston Park Air Show International

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

Openings

8am -

19th June 2026-21st June 2026
Spring Exhibition

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

Openings

Season

3rd March 2026-31st May 2026
Marvellous Mammals: Family Friendly Walk

Explore woodland wildlife with a guided family walk at Jiggers Bank and Loamhole Dingle.

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27th May 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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5th December 2026-23rd December 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
Ironbridge Walking Festival

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

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026-10th May 2026
Family Friendly Welly Walk

Join a family‑friendly welly walk exploring watery wildlife at Loamhole Dingle.

Openings

Season

26th May 2026
Behind the Lens: Wildlife and Wonder with Andrew Fusek Peters

Award-winning photographer Andrew Fusek Peters shares stories behind his wildlife images.

Openings

Season

12th May 2026
Comic Con Midlands

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

Openings

Season

5th September 2026-6th September 2026
Krazy Races

A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

Openings

10am - 4pm

12th July 2026

Where to Stay Highlights

YHA Coalbrookdale

YHA Ironbridge Coalbrookdale is located within the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, home to 10…

The outside of The Summer House

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

Master Suite

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

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

Ironbridge Holidays

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

Holiday Inn Telford

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

Front of Venue

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

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

Temple of Diana

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

The Hundred House Hotel

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

The International Hotel

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

The White Hart

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

Badgers Wood

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

The Malthouse Rooms

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

Coalport Station Holidays

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

Chauffeurs Loft

Relaxing retreat with valley views in historic Coalbrookdale.

Ramada Hotel Telford

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

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

News and blog

Inspiration

  1. National Trust to reopen Ironbridge Gorge sites in phases from spring 2026

    The National Trust has confirmed further details on the phased reopening of Ironbridge Gorge sites, with several key attractions set to welcome visitors from May.

    29 Apr 2026
  2. XscapeNow launches new 'Sultan's Secret' attraction

    A six-figure immersive experience, a 90-minute adventure with live actors, and a UK-first finale set to put Telford firmly on the map.

    20 Apr 2026
  3. RAF Museum Midlands joint top of Which's best UK museums list

    The RAF Museum Midlands is proud to announce it has been awarded Which? Recommended Provider status in the prestigious ‘Best Museums and Galleries in the UK’ category.

    14 Apr 2026
  4. New Playground opens at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World

    Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World has announced the opening of an exciting new play area.

    8 Apr 2026
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