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Inspiration

  1. Clown holding balloons, surrounded by fog.
    Halloween horror at Blists Hill – Victorian frights and eerie delights await.
    1. 1 Nov 2025
  2. Pick pumpkins, sip spiced gin and enjoy autumn fun at Wrekin Spirit’s family-friendly patch
    1. 10 Oct 202531 Oct 2025
  3. Halloween fun at Exotic Zoo with haunted woods, creepy critters and spooky crafts.
    1. 4 Oct 202531 Oct 2025
  4. A crowd looking up at the fireworks display
    Bonfire Night at Weston Park with fireworks, funfair rides and street food
    1. 2 Nov 2025
  5. Join Cinderella and her friends in this magical fairy-tale for all the family.
    1. 16 Dec 20252 Jan 2026
  6. Discover artisan crafts and gifts at the Made in Telford Christmas Makers Market in Southwater.
    1. 29 Nov 20257 Dec 2025

Things To Do Highlights

Exotic Zoo Wildlife Park

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

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 Waterplay

Looking for something a little different to do next time you visit Telford Town Park? Why not visit…

Telford Coronation Walks

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

Wellington Orbit

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

Golf Course

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

Severn Valley Railway

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

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

Enginuity

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

Alpaca Meet & Greet

The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

Lady at a bowling alley

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

Spa Treatments

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

Small Woods

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

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

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

Lucy Young Ceramics

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

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

Buildwas Abbey

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

Coalport China Museum

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

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

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…

What's On Highlights

A group of walkers

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

Openings

Season

10th January 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
Families walking down steps

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

Openings

Season

29th October 2025
Child dressed up for Halloween

Halloween fun at Wonderland with spooky treats, live actors and themed activities.

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-31st October 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

Step behind the door at Sunnycroft this December for a special behind-the-scenes experience.

Openings

Season

5th December 2025-23rd December 2025
Familes crafting with natural materials

Enjoy a festive family walk and craft session with natural decorations, cake and a hot drink.

Openings

Season

6th December 2025
Exotic Boo at the Zoo

Halloween fun at Exotic Zoo with haunted woods, creepy critters and spooky crafts.

Openings

Season

4th October 2025-31st October 2025
Willow Weaving

Learn different willow weaving techniques to create bird feeders

Openings

Season

19th February 2026
A crowd looking up at the fireworks display

Bonfire Night at Weston Park with fireworks, funfair rides and street food

Openings

Season

2nd November 2025
Festive Gardens

Step into the wonder of the North Pole as Chelsea and Maxell Gardens are transformed with sparkling…

Openings

4-8pm

12th December 2025-14th December 2025

SEN session 4-8pm

18th December 2025

4-8pm

19th December 2025-21st 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
Festival Launch

Wellington Walking Festival is back this year with another varied programme of walks to suit all…

Openings

Season

8th September 2026-14th September 2026
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
Wreath making participants with their finished wreaths

Craft a natural Christmas wreath using willow and foraged materials at this festive workshop.

Openings

Season

5th December 2025

Season

6th December 2025

Season

8th December 2025
a sad face carved into a Halloween pumpkin

Spooky fun at Weston Park with creepy critters, crafts, scavenger hunts and family tours.

Openings

Season

27th October 2025-31st October 2025
Ghost in a street.

Shropshire’s ghost stories revealed - from haunted halls and phantom coaches to spectral soldiers…

Openings

Season

29th October 2025
Boy holding a magic candle

Spooky half-term fun at Blists Hill – trails, crafts and Victorian Halloween activities for…

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-2nd November 2025
Different Strokes Exhibition

Free exhibition celebrating Ironbridge artist Bob Rhodes and Channel swimmer Captain Webb.

Openings

11am - 3pm

23rd July 2025-2nd November 2025
Clown holding balloons, surrounded by fog.

Halloween horror at Blists Hill – Victorian frights and eerie delights await.

Openings

Season

1st November 2025
Christmas Market fun

Festive market with crafts, food, and live music at The Shropshire Golf Club.

Openings

Season

16th November 2025
Measuring ingredients

Create your own luxury body wash with bespoke scents at Ironbridge Candle Company.

Openings

Season

26th July 2025-18th December 2025
Recycled paper stars and baubels

Create festive decorations from recycled paper in this eco-friendly workshop with Amber Bicheno.

Openings

Season

28th November 2025
Apley Christmas Market

Apley’s Christmas Market returns with festive gifts, tastings and seasonal cheer.

Openings

Season

22nd November 2025-23rd November 2025
Pumpkins in Apley Farm Fields

Spooky fun at Apley with pumpkin picking, carving, games and the Pumpkin Express

Openings

Season

11th October 2025-31st October 2025

Where to Stay Highlights

Hadley Park House

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

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

The Swan Taphouse

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

Lilleshall House

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

Master Suite

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

Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

Guesthouse  bedroom image

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

The International Hotel

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

Holiday Inn Telford

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

The White Hart

Sitting on the Banks of the River Severn in the heart of the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge…

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

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 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 Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

Ramada Hotel Telford

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

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Inspiration

  1. Firework display taking place at Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

    22 Oct 2025
  2. Autumnal walks locals love

    As the leaves turn golden and the air takes on that crisp autumn freshness, there’s no better time to head outdoors and explore Telford’s most loved walking spots.

    20 Oct 2025
  3. New ‘roaming animatronic’ baby dinosaur at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World

    Get up close this half term to a life-like baby Ankylosaurus animatronic.

    15 Oct 2025
  4. Half term space adventure awaits

    Prepare for an out of this world October half term at the RAF Museum Midlands.

    10 Oct 2025
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