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A season of wonder awaits

Inspiration

  1. Step into the wonder of the North Pole as Chelsea and Maxell Gardens are transformed with sparkling lights and enchanting festive projections.
    1. Join Cinderella and her friends in this magical fairy-tale for all the family.
      1. 16 Dec 20252 Jan 2026
    2. Father Christmas, wearing a red suit with white fur trim and a wreath of greenery on the head, sits in an armchair reading a book. The indoor scene fe
      A festive panto adventure at Sunnycroft with Father Christmas and magical Christmas surprises.
      1. 5 Dec 202523 Dec 2025
    3. Step into a Victorian Christmas at Blists Hill with festive fun, food and cosy traditions.
      1. 3 Dec 202523 Dec 2025
    4. Two individuals kneeling in front of a Christmas tree.
      Wander through Attingham’s mansion, transformed with festive charm.
      1. 29 Nov 20251 Jan 2026

    Things To Do Highlights

    Exotic Zoo Wildlife Park

    Exotic Zoo in Telford Town Park offers an engaging experience with diverse animal zones, a Natural…

    Enginuity

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

    Off exploring Ropewalk

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

    Coalport China Museum

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

    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…

    Telford Town Park

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

    Wellington Orbit

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

    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…

    Frankly Farm Tours

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

    Young girl enjoying using the high ropes course.

    Take on the challenge of 36 different obstacles set over 2 levels, test your nerves on the lower…

    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…

    Footpath through woodland

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

    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.…

    Telford T50 Walking Trail

    Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Telford's great outdoors with the T50 walking route.…

    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…

    Lucy Young Ceramics

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

    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…

    Meet the Mini Moos

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

    Telford Coronation Walks

    Discover the Coronation Walks, 23 Scenic Trails across Telford's epic landscapes and heritage Towns…

    Telford T50 Walking Trail

    Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Telford's great outdoors with the T50 walking route.…

    Airea51 main arena

    AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

    What's On Highlights

    Comic Con Midlands

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

    Openings

    Season

    5th September 2026-6th September 2026
    A Victorian Christmas

    Step into a Victorian Christmas at Blists Hill with festive fun, food and cosy traditions.

    Openings

    10am -4pm

    3rd December 2025-23rd December 2025
    The Polar Express™ Train Ride

    All aboard The Polar Express™ for a magical Christmas journey to the North Pole

    Openings

    Season

    21st November 2025-23rd December 2025
    Spring Flowers Hand Tied Bouquet Workshop

    Create a stunning hand-tied bouquet at Ironbridge Flower School

    Openings

    3-5pm

    14th March 2026
    Adam Purnell hosting a Fire Cooking Masterclass

    Master open fire cooking on a Kadai with Adam Purnell at Embers Café

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    16th April 2026
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    World-class snooker returns to Telford in 2026 as the Players Championship showcases the top 16…

    Openings

    Season

    17th February 2026-22nd February 2026
    Lino printing process

    Join local artist Amanda Hillier to learn to make your very own lino print inspired by nature.

    Openings

    Season

    7th March 2026
    Camper Jam 2026

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

    Openings

    Season

    3rd July 2026-5th July 2026
    Cinderella

    Join Cinderella and her friends in this magical fairy-tale for all the family.

    Openings

    Various performance times available

    16th December 2025-2nd January 2026
    Where's my Reindeer?

    Help find Santa’s reindeer on a festive trail with Scrap and Fig at Attingham Park

    Openings

    Season

    29th November 2025-1st January 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
    The Grinch inspired afternoon tea

    Celebrate Christmas in Whoville with themed afternoon tea at Hadley Park Hotel

    Openings

    12pm

    22nd December 2025
    Santa & Mrs Claus: Festive Fun at Hoo Zoo

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

    Openings

    Season

    6th December 2025-23rd December 2025
    Father Christmas, wearing a red suit with white fur trim and a wreath of greenery on the head, sits in an armchair reading a book. The indoor scene fe

    A festive panto adventure at Sunnycroft with Father Christmas and magical Christmas surprises.

    Openings

    Season

    5th December 2025-23rd December 2025
    Christmas at Exotic Zoo

    Meet Santa, explore the zoo, and enjoy festive fun at Exotic Zoo this Christmas

    Openings

    Daily 11am - 4pm, special Christmas events see details

    6th December 2025-24th December 2025
    Adam Purnell cooking over an open fire, meet on a spit

    Learn the art of cooking on fire with The Shropshire Lad at Embers Café

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    12th March 2026-13th March 2026

    10am - 4pm

    14th May 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
    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
    Christmas Winter Wonderland

    Step into a magical festive world at Winter Wonderland

    Openings

    Various times and dates from 29 November - 23 December

    29th November 2025-23rd December 2025
    Ironbridge Fine Arts Printmaking Workshops

    Welcome to the world of Printmaking and to our team of Printmaking artists and tutors offering…

    Openings

    Workshops hosted throughout the year - visit here for latest Workshop Calendar - https://www.ironbridgeframing.co.uk/product-category/printmaking-workshops/

    1st January 2025-2nd January 2026
    Willow Weaving

    Learn different willow weaving techniques to create bird feeders

    Openings

    Season

    19th February 2026
    Parklands Festival

    Three days of electronic music at Telford Town Park QEII Arena

    Openings

    Season

    19th June 2026-21st June 2026
    International Watercolour Masters

    World-class watercolour workshops and exhibitions at Lilleshall Hall

    Openings

    Season

    13th May 2026-22nd May 2026
    A group of walkers

    Blow away those January blues and see in a fresh start to the new year.

    Openings

    Season

    10th January 2026

    Where to Stay Highlights

    Guesthouse  bedroom image

    Welcome to Viaduct Guest House, set amid the renowned World Heritage Site of Ironbridge Gorge,…

    Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

    Hadley Park House

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

    Ironbridge Holidays

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

    TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

    The Malthouse Rooms

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

    The Swan Taphouse

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

    Ramada Hotel Telford

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

    Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

    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…

    Lilleshall House

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

    Puddle Duck Cottages

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

    The outside of The Summer House

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

    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…

    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 - 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…

    Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

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    Inspiration

    1. Short breaks away in Telford in the New Year

      The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity to take a short break and recharge after the busy holiday season.

      12 Dec 2025
    2. Christmas events open at Exotic Zoo

      A festive Christmas Village and Santa’s Grotto have officially opened at Exotic Zoo on selected dates across December.

      5 Dec 2025
    3. This Christmas, step into a world of festive wonder as Attingham Park brings you ‘A Very Attingham Christmas.’

      Join one of the most popular National Trust properties over the festive period.

      26 Nov 2025
    4. Santa needs YOU! Join the Royal Elf Force this Christmas

      Curious to know how Santa delivers gifts around the world in just one night, join the Royal Elf Force to find out. 

      26 Nov 2025
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