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  1. Create a stunning spring wreath with expert guidance from Nettie
    1. Free family fun with jousting, crafts and displays at Telford’s Spring Into St George’s Day.
      1. 25 Apr 2026
    2. Fire, food and music collide at Embers Fire Festival
      1. 2 May 20263 May 2026
    3. World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.
      1. 19 Jun 202621 Jun 2026
    4. A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park
      1. 12 Jul 2026
    5. 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

    Exterior of Southwater Library illuminated in with purple lights

    Southwater Library is on the first floor in Southwater One, an iconic gold building located in the…

    Weston Park House & Gardens

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

    Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

    Wellington Orbit

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

    Mini Raft Hire

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

    Telford Bike Hub

    Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

    Airea51 main arena

    AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

    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…

    Frankly Farm Tours

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

    Buildwas Abbey

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

    Lucy Young Ceramics

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

    Wellington Orbit

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

    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…

    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…

    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…

    The Old Coracle Shed

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

    Small Woods

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

    Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

    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…

    Severn Valley Railway

    Step back in time for a whole day out on the award-winning Severn Valley Railway. Discover…

    Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

    What's On Highlights

    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
    Night time at the Zoo

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

    Openings

    5pm - 10pm

    23rd May 2026
    Willow Bread Basket Workshop

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

    Openings

    Season

    12th July 2026
    Marvellous Mammals: Family Friendly Walk

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

    Openings

    Season

    27th May 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
    Armed Forces Day Telford

    Armed Forces Family Fun Day returns to Telford for the national Armed Forces Day celebration.

    Openings

    11am - 4pm

    28th June 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
    World Snake Weekend

    A chance to face your fears, learn something new, and see snakes in a whole new light.

    Openings

    Season

    18th July 2026-19th July 2026
    Wolf Awareness Weekend

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

    Openings

    Season

    15th August 2026-16th August 2026
    Camper Jam 2026

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

    Openings

    Season

    3rd July 2026-5th July 2026
    Parklands Festival

    Three days of electronic music at Telford Town Park QEII Arena

    Openings

    Season

    19th June 2026-21st June 2026
    World Earth Weekend

    Celebrate World Earth Weekend at Hoo Zoo.

    Openings

    Season

    25th April 2026-26th April 2026
    Butterfly Awareness Weekend

    Experience the brand new butterfly walkthrough at Hoo Zoo.

    Openings

    Season

    23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
    Krazy Races

    A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    12th July 2026
    Spring Exhibition

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

    Openings

    Season

    3rd March 2026-31st May 2026
    International Watercolour Masters

    World-class watercolour workshops and exhibitions at Lilleshall Hall

    Openings

    Season

    13th May 2026-22nd May 2026
    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
    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 Bird Feeder Workshop

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

    Openings

    Season

    24th May 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
    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
    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
    Adam Purnell cooking on open flame

    Take your fire-cooking skills to the next level with advanced tips and recipes

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    1st April 2026-2nd April 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

    Where to Stay Highlights

    Ramada Hotel Telford

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

    The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

    TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

    Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

    Bedroom at Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

    The Malthouse Rooms

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

    The International Hotel

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

    Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

    The Swan Taphouse

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

    The Hundred House Hotel

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

    Lilleshall House

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

    Ironbridge Holidays

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

    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 Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

    1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

    Holiday Inn Telford

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

    Hadley Park House

    Hadley Park House Hotel is an award-winning four-star luxury hotel and wedding venue in Telford.…

    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…

    Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

    The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

    Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

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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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