Hilton to open new hotel at Telford’s Station Quarter

Hampton by Hilton is bringing a new hotel to the heart of Station Quarter in Telford Town Centre. This development promises to be a significant boost for the area, creating new, first-class facilities and up to 38 full-time jobs for local residents.

The new 142-room hotel is part of the ambitious Station Quarter project, which aims to deliver further and higher education opportunities, support start-up and small businesses, and introduce new amenities such as a bistro and public square. The hotel will be strategically located at the corner of Ironmaster’s Way and Lawn Central, close to the town’s train station and The Telford Centre, which boasts 160 stores, cafés, and restaurants.

Councillor Lee Carter, Telford & Wrekin Council Leader, said: “This is another exciting chapter in the Station Quarter project which continues to move at pace.

“Station Quarter is a key part of our wider Investing in Telford and Wrekin programme, creating educational facilities and vibrant residential and social spaces in Telford Town Centre which make it a very attractive place to live and work.

“The Hampton by Hilton development will be an excellent addition to this area of Telford Town Centre – attracting visitors and increasing footfall and we can’t wait to see the development start to take shape.”

Nick Smart, Vice President Development, UK & Ireland and the Nordics, for Hilton, said: “We are thrilled to bring Hampton by Hilton to Telford, helping to shape the town’s future as Telford’s Station Quarter goes through an exciting regeneration.

“Telford is a bustling destination for business and leisure travellers, and we look forward to extending Hampton’s signature hospitality to the local area.” 

Future guests can benefit from the award-winning Hilton Honors guest loyalty programme, allowing members who book directly with Hilton to earn Points for hotel stays and experiences.

Hilton Honors members can also unlock access to instant rewards and benefits, such as contactless check-in with room selection and exclusive member discounts.

Andy Townsend, Founding Director and Chief Executive Officer at Legacy Hotels & Resorts, said: "We are proud to be extending our presence with this exciting new hotel project.

“Our experience operating both branded and independent hotels across the UK positions us well to deliver a high-quality guest experience and strong local economic benefits. We look forward to bringing this development to life and welcoming our first guests in early 2027."

The hotel is being constructed by leading contractor, Bowmer + Kirkland, who are currently on site building 84 apartments for the Council’s wholly owned company, Nuplace Ltd.

Stuart Fanshaw, Bowmer + Kirkland Regional Construction Director, said: “We’re proud to be playing a key role in the transformation of Telford’s Station Quarter and are committed to delivering a high-quality building that supports the area’s long-term growth and brings lasting benefits to its communities.

“As we maintain an ongoing presence in the region, we’ll continue our investment in skills leaving a positive, lasting legacy through our social-value initiatives, building on the apprenticeships, T-Level placements and local employment achieved to date.”

Matthew Brennan, Senior Project Manager at Genr8 Kajima Regeneration, said: “It’s a fantastic achievement to begin to deliver this hotel on site alongside the Build-to-Rent which commenced last summer

“This landmark signing with a globally recognised brand marks a significant milestone in an ambitious new masterplan for Telford Town Centre.

“The Hampton by Hilton will bring not just a new hotel but new jobs and tourism with it – part of the Council’s drive to bolster opportunities for local people and businesses.

“Genr8 Kajima Regeneration have a proven track record in transforming town centres through public-private collaboration.

“The hotel group's commitment to Telford is a show of confidence in both Telford’s vision and the town's future as we work together to develop an attractive, sustainable community that serves residents and visitors alike.”

The comprehensive redevelopment of land between Telford Central train station and the Telford Centre involves collaboration between private companies and public sector agencies. The focus is on regenerating a brownfield site and introducing a sustainable community with improved social prospects and job opportunities.

At Station Quarter, a new academic campus is being created, including The Quad, a digital skills and enterprise hub that opened in September 2024. Additionally, the former Addenbrooke House offices are being redeveloped into a new sixth form centre for Telford College. Work is also underway to create 189 homes at the Station Quarter site, including 117 developed by Nuplace and a further 72 affordable homes. This initiative is part of a broader programme, which is transforming other areas, including Oakengates and Wellington.

It is all part of a wider Investing in Telford and Wrekin programme which is transforming other areas of the borough including Oakengates and Wellington.

You can find out more about the Investing in Telford and Wrekin projects here: Investing in Telford and Wrekin - Telford & Wrekin Council