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Spooks and sparkles...

Inspiration

  1. a sad face carved into a Halloween pumpkin
    Bring your little ghosts and goblins to Weston’s Halloween Horrors this October Half Term for a day filled with spooktacular fun!
    1. 29 Oct 202431 Oct 2024
  2. Wellington Late Night Market
    Head to Wellington Late Night Market for great entertainment and delicious food, it’s the perfect night out with family and friends.
    1. 30 Nov 2024
    2. 26 Oct 2024
  3. Pumpkin patch photo opportunity
    Discover the twisting paths and magnificent walks in the pumpkin fields of Little Wytheford Farm
    1. 4 Oct 202431 Oct 2024
  4. A photo of a firework display at Blists Hill Victorian Town.
    Soak up the carnival atmosphere as you explore our Victorian streets after dark.
    1. 2 Nov 2024
  5. Santa in his red suit, glasses and beard meeting children
    Join the Santa’s Winter Wonderland Afternoon Tea, a truly magical experience for all the family.
    1. 15 Dec 2024
  6. Female Chef in Train Carriage surrounded by customers sat down
    Welcome to The Polar Express™ Train Ride at Telford Steam Railway, an immersive re-creation inspired by the iconic 2004 Polar Express™ film. Embrace the spirit of Christmas on your wonder-filled trip.
    1. 22 Nov 202423 Dec 2024

Things To Do Highlights

Hencote Vineyard & Estate

Hencote allows visitors to learn the story of the grape from vine to bottle, in wine tours and…

Team Photo with Animals

Exotic Zoo is a family favourite and award winning small zoo that has topped trip advisor for many…

Mini Raft Hire

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

The Studio at Vine Willow Wood

Here at Vine Willow Wood, we host an array of maker led workshops, inspiring people with the art of…

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…

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

Telford Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

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…

Footpath through woodland

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

Severn Valley Railway

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

Lady at a bowling alley

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

Golf Course

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

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

Buildwas Abbey

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

Blists Hill Victorian Town

Step back in time and experience the sights, sounds and smells of Victorian life at Blists Hill…

Wellington Orbit

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

Meet the Mini Moos

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

Two Suri Alpacas

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

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

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…

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World, formerly known as Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom is a small family run zoo in…

Frankly Alpacas Alpaca Meet & Greet

The perfect way to meet alpacas! Get up close and personal with our herd of 6 female and 3 male…

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

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…

What's On Highlights

Alternative Craft and Small Business Market

Join Bijoux Events for their next 'Alternative Craft and Small Business Market' at the Cock Hotel…

Openings

Season

14th November 2024
an example of a decorated pumpkin with flowers and foliage.

Join a crafty afternoon with Jasmine's Floral Fancies to create your very own pumpkin table…

Openings

2pm

24th October 2024
Dark run participants

Telford Town Park Dark Run is back on the Saturday 26 October 2024!   You can run, jog, or walk,…

Openings

Season

26th October 2024
Wreath making workshop, two ladies are making their Christmas wreath.

Learn a range of skills to wire and attach real foliage and embellishments – including how to tie…

Openings

6pm – 8:30pm

29th November 2024
Child dressed up for Halloween

Head to Wonderland during October Half Term for a Halloween extravaganza.  The spooktacular event…

Openings

Season

26th October 2024-31st October 2024
Santa in his red suit, glasses and beard meeting children

Join the Santa’s Winter Wonderland Afternoon Tea, a truly magical experience for all the family.

Openings

Season

15th December 2024
A crowd looking up at the fireworks display

Watch rockets light up the night sky with bright colours and sparkle at the Bonfire and Fireworks…

Openings

Season

3rd November 2024
Christmas market stalls pictured with their wares.

Apley’s Christmas Market is back, taking place from Friday 22nd-Sunday 24th November 2024 and with…

Openings

4.30pm - 8pm

22nd November 2024

10am - 4pm

23rd November 2024

10am - 4pm

24th November 2024
AC West 2024

ACWest is a premier tabletop gaming convention which offers a diverse range of options for every…

Openings

Season

18th October 2024-20th October 2024
two young children wearing reindeer antlers and Christmas jumpers under their coats.

This Christmas, train to become one of the RAF’s finest Elf Cadets. Learn how to load the sleigh,…

Openings

Season

30th November 2024-8th December 2024
A photo of a demonstrator dressed as a ghost.

Blists Hill will be transformed into a Victorian ghost town.

Openings

Season

25th October 2024-26th October 2024
Mother and child enjoying snow on Christmas.

Explore Blists Hill Victorian Town by night and experience the festive cheer of a Dickensian…

Openings

Season

11th December 2024-19th December 2024
Pumpkin patch photo opportunity

Discover the twisting paths and magnificent walks in the pumpkin fields of Little Wytheford Farm

Openings

Season

4th October 2024-31st October 2024
two beer tankards clinked together

et your lederhosen and dancing shoes at the ready, and join the Octoberfest fun at the…

Openings

7pm

19th October 2024
Princess character for the event pictured at the castle or on a white screen.

Come along this Christmas and see Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World like never before. Experience Hoo Zoo…

Openings

Various dates only

30th November 2024-23rd December 2024
The Telford International Centre exterior with the Tattoo freeze logo on the glass front.

This February hundreds of amazing tattoo artists will be taking over The Telford International…

Openings

10am - 8pm

1st February 2025

10am - 6pm

2nd February 2025
The Grinch with children in Grinch face paint in front of a Grinch Christmas tree.

This Christmas come and experience our Winter Wonderland, with daytime or evening activities.

Openings

Various times and dates from 23 November - 23 December

23rd November 2024-23rd December 2024
The group with finished wreaths

Get in the festive spirit and learn to create your very own Christmas Wreath!

Openings

Season

6th December 2024
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An 80s Silent Disco like no other is back by popular demand in RAF Cosford Museum. Expect some of…

Openings

Season

14th December 2024
Child dressed as an elf writing in a book.

The festive spirit returns to Blists Hill Victorian Town. The town's streets and buildings will be…

Openings

Season

7th December 2024-15th December 2024
Families walking down steps

Join Severn Gorge Countryside Trust for a spooky stroll around the woods of Loamhole Dingle,…

Openings

Season

30th October 2024
Beetle Juice 2 artwork

A Beeltjuice inspired afternoon tea is coming to Hadley Park Hotel.

Openings

12noon

27th October 2024
Apley Fireworks Display

Apleys Firework display is back for 2024! Come for an evening of dazzling and dramatic fireworks,…

Openings

Season

1st November 2024
10 pumpkins cut as jack o lanterns in two rows on a picnic bench

Head to Home Farm at Attingham for their annual pumpkin carving event.

Openings

Season

28th October 2024-29th October 2024

Where to Stay Highlights

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…

Master Suite

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

Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

Hencote's luxury glamping lodges provide comfort and luxury, no matter how long guests stay for.…

Ironbridge View Townhouse

Ironbridge View Townhouse is an award winning luxury, self- catering holiday home. Stunning views…

Lilleshall House

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

Holiday Inn Telford

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

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…

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

Hadley Park House

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

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

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…

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

Ironbridge Holidays

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

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…

Ramada Hotel Telford

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

The Malthouse Rooms

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

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Inspiration

  1. Wellington High Street Christmas Lights

    As the holiday season approaches, Telford's high streets will begin to be illuminated with festive splendour. 

     

    7 Oct 2024
  2. Spooktacular family fun in Telford this October Half Term

    Whether you're a local resident or planning a visit to Telford, there's a treasure trove of family-friendly activities waiting for you during the October Half Term.  

    1 Oct 2024
  3. Spooky events, talks and seasonal menus at Ironbridge

    Whether you’re a fan of frights, a budding clay artist, or a lover of great food, Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust has got your autumn covered.

    18 Sep 2024
  4. Firework display taking place at Blists Hill Victorian Town

    Enjoy a weekend filled with bangs, flashes, and lots of oohs and ahhs.

    27 Sep 2024
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