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Inspiration

  1. Make this Mother's Day truly special with a unique experience she'll treasure forever.
    1. 29 Mar 202530 Mar 2025
  2. Sketching grasses outside
    Join Sara to explore the Severn Gorge woodland and countryside and learn to capture your observations on the pages of a nature journal. No experience neccessary, all materials supplied.
    1. 22 Apr 2025
  3. Ceramic bunny creations displayed on a table
    Don’t miss this hands-on Easter activity that’s perfect for keeping little ones entertained while exploring the historic Coalport China Museum.
    1. 5 Apr 202527 Apr 2025
  4. Wellington open gardens 2022
    Explore stunning gardens across Wellington, Little Wenlock and Rushton.
    1. 28 Jun 202529 Jun 2025
  5. Adam Purnell cooking over an open fire, meet on a spit
    Join The Shropshire Lad 'Adam Purnell' to learn the basics of cooking on fire.
    1. 15 Apr 2025
    2. 12 Jun 2025
    3. 18 Sep 2025
  6. Experience the life of a Victorian Blacksmith in this fantastic opportunity at Blists Hill Victorian Town.
    1. 29 Apr 2025
    2. 30 Apr 2025
    3. 7 May 2025
    4. 26 Jun 2025
    5. 27 Jun 2025
    6. 9 Jul 2025
    7. 26 Sep 2025
    8. 8 Oct 2025
    9. 9 Oct 2025

Things To Do Highlights

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…

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

One of the award-winning museums within the Ironbridge Valley of Invention, managed by the…

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

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

Lady at a bowling alley

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

Coalport China Museum

Marvel at spectacular creations, exquisite ceramics and extraordinary craftsmanship at Coalport…

Two Suri Alpacas

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

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…

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…

Telford Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

Telford Town Park

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

Young girl enjoying using the high ropes course.

High Ropes.  Warm up on the lower section before heading to the “Leap of Faith” 10 metres off…

Weston Park House & Gardens

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

Golf Course

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

Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

Spa Treatments

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

The Liquor Lab

Experience the ultimate night out at The Liquor Lab, the vibrant cocktail bar that’s redefining…

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…

Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

Off exploring Ropewalk

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

Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

Alpaca Meet & Greet

The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

Wellington Orbit

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

What's On Highlights

Two handmade vehicles containing bunnies

This Easter at Enginuity creative kids will be asked to design a car to carry the Easter Bunny…

Openings

Season

12th April 2025-27th April 2025
A Victorian woman pointing at a window as she follows a chocolate trail.

The residents at Blists Hill Victorian Town will celebrate Easter with egg hunts, a poster trail…

Openings

Season

5th April 2025-27th April 2025
Sketching grasses outside

Join Sara to explore the Severn Gorge woodland and countryside and learn to capture your…

Openings

Season

22nd April 2025
An evening in conversation with ex Vulcan and Test Pilot, Sqn Ldr Martin Pitt

Join ex Vulcan and Test Pilot, Sqn Ldr Martin Pitt QCVSA for an evening in conversation at RAF…

Openings

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26th April 2025
A man in a blue apron building with clay

Learn the basics of pinch pots, slab pots and coil pots from the museums talented demonstrators…

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15th June 2025
Victorian Blacksmith Experience Day

Experience the life of a Victorian Blacksmith in this fantastic opportunity at Blists Hill…

Openings

10am - 4pm

29th April 2025

10am - 4pm

30th April 2025

10am - 4pm

7th May 2025

10am - 4pm

26th June 2025

10am - 4pm

27th June 2025

10am - 4pm

9th July 2025

10am - 4pm

26th September 2025

10am - 4pm

8th October 2025

10am - 4pm

9th October 2025
Attingham Park Proms

Experience the magic of live music as the UK Proms Weekend returns to the stunning Attingham Park.

Openings

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14th June 2025
Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena

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

Openings

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22nd August 2025-24th August 2025
Victorians taking part in a sack race

To celebrate the early May bank holiday, the townsfolk of Blists Hill Victorian Town are holding…

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3rd May 2025-5th May 2025
Day Out with Alice and Friends at Telford Steam Railway

This Easter join Telford Steam Railway for a day out with Alice and friends

Openings

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27th April 2025
Secret Severn Art, September 2023

Now in its tenth year, the Secret Severn Art Trail returns in September bigger than ever. This…

Openings

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8th September 2025-14th September 2025
Two young girls reaching up to touch the nose of a brown and white horse

The sound of hooves will ring out on the cobbled streets of Blists Hill Victorian Town as the…

Openings

Season

10th May 2025-11th May 2025
Large bubble blower with Waters Edge Festival sign in the background

A fabulous 10-hour extravaganza filled with live music, mouth-watering street food, non-stop…

Openings

Season

6th September 2025
A photo of Alfie Moore outside Scotland Yard

An evening with the cop-turned-comedian, Alfie Moore

Openings

Season

5th April 2025
Attingham Park Dance Anthems Orchestra

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Attingham Park.

Openings

Season

13th June 2025
Image from Ironbridge Brass Band Festival 2023

Head to the historic setting of Coalbrookdale to enjoy a weekend of performances from some of the…

Openings

Season

12th July 2025-13th July 2025
Ironbridge Coracle Regatta

The Ironbridge Coracle Regatta, hosted on the picturesque River Severn, right next to the iconic…

Openings

11am - 4pm

25th August 2025
A picture of Titania and Bottom in A Midsummer Night's Dream

Oddsocks perform family-friendly Shakespeare

Openings

Season

10th July 2025
Walking through Wellington

Get your walking boots ready, Wellington Walking Festival is back for it's 13th year!  Explore 31…

Openings

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9th September 2025-15th September 2025
Participants in Oakengates Carnival dressed as butterflies

Head to Oakengates on Saturday 12 July for its annual Carnival and a packed day of entertainment.

Openings

Season

12th July 2025
Telford Steam Railway Teddy Bears Picnic

Bring your Teddy Bears to Telford Steam Railway for a fun-filled picnic

Openings

Season

25th May 2025-26th May 2025
A row of Italian scooters parked up

Wellington will be packed with scooters of all types and vintage.

Openings

9:30am - 3:30pm

6th July 2025
Ceramic bunny creations displayed on a table

Don’t miss this hands-on Easter activity that’s perfect for keeping little ones entertained while…

Openings

Season

5th April 2025-27th April 2025
Wellington open gardens 2022

Explore stunning gardens across Wellington, Little Wenlock and Rushton.

Openings

Season

28th June 2025-29th June 2025

Where to Stay Highlights

The Malthouse Rooms

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

Holiday Inn Telford

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

Temple of Diana

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

The Swan Taphouse

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

Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

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…

TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

The Hundred House Hotel

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

Lilleshall House

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

Ramada Hotel Telford

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

Ironbridge Holidays

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

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

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…

Master Suite

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

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Inspiration

  1. February half term at Ironbridge Valley of Invention

    This February half term at Ironbridge Valley of Invention, there is a whole host of food-themed fun and discovery to keep the kids entertained.

    11 Feb 2025
  2. Goldstone Hall Hotel & Gardens: 2025 opening dates and exciting events announced

    Multi award winning Goldstone Hall Hotel & Garden, to open their award-winning garden to non-residents this year. 

    27 Jan 2025
  3. Frankly Farm Tours offers hands on experience with cute lambs this Easter

    Frankly Farm Tours is once again bringing the joy of spring to visitors with its Springtime Fun on the Farm event. 

    8 Jan 2025
  4. A person participating in the Oakengates Carnival procession dressed as a butterfly

    Oakengates Town Council have announced the return of the much-loved Oakengates Carnival on Saturday 12 July 2025.  

    14 Jan 2025
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