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  1. Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells
    A week-long celebration of walking, wellbeing and the great outdoors.
    1. 25 May 202631 May 2026
  2. A festival-style evening with live music, food and after-dark animal encounters.
    1. Enjoy a seasonal garden tour with Head Gardener Anna Krapivina, followed by lunch.
      1. 24 Jun 2026
      2. 16 Sep 2026
      3. 11 Nov 2026
    2. World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.
      1. 19 Jun 202621 Jun 2026
    3. A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park
      1. 12 Jul 2026
    4. Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena
      Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday
      1. 28 Aug 202630 Aug 2026

    Things To Do Highlights

    Museum of Iron

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

    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 Town Park

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

    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…

    Off exploring Ropewalk

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

    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…

    Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

    Daisy Askins offers workshops in willow weaving and basketmaking in the Ironbridge Gorge.

    Buildwas Abbey

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

    Wellington Orbit

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

    Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

    Small Woods

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

    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…

    Airea51 main arena

    AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

    XscapeNow

    Telford’s award winning escape room. Six different themed escape rooms

    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

    Footpath through woodland

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

    Lucy Young Ceramics, Maws Craft Centre, Ironbridge

    Discover the joy of pottery at Lucy Young Ceramics, based at the historic Maws Craft Centre in…

    Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

    Weston Park House & Gardens

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

    Lady at a bowling alley

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

    Alpaca Meet & Greet

    The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

    What's On Highlights

    Flight by Night - Evening Bat and Moth Walk

    Join a family‑friendly night walk to discover bats, owls and moths after dark.

    Openings

    Season

    29th May 2026
    World Snake Weekend

    A chance to face your fears, learn something new, and see snakes in a whole new light.

    Openings

    Season

    18th July 2026-19th July 2026
    Foraging basket workshop

    Learn willow weaving and make a rustic frame basket for everyday use.

    Openings

    Season

    20th September 2026
    Spring Exhibition

    Spring Exhibition 2026 showcasing contemporary painting, printmaking and mixed media.

    Openings

    Season

    3rd March 2026-31st May 2026
    Krazy Races

    A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    12th July 2026
    Berry Basket Workshop

    A beginner’s basketmaking course creating a small round willow basket.

    Openings

    Season

    1st November 2026
    Apley Farm Shop Nature Trail

    Help find the missing magic seeds on a fun, family-friendly nature trail at Apley

    Openings

    Season

    23rd April 2026-31st December 2026
    Jeeves and Wooster in 'Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves'

    A classic comedy adventure, part of Telford Theatre on Tour.

    Openings

    Season

    22nd July 2026
    Digbeth Dining Club

    A day of incredible street food, great music, and unbeatable vibes.

    Openings

    12 - 6pm

    11th July 2026-12th July 2026
    Marvellous Mammals: Family Friendly Walk

    Explore woodland wildlife with a guided family walk at Jiggers Bank and Loamhole Dingle.

    Openings

    Season

    27th May 2026
    Meerkat Mayhem at Exotic Zoo

    Meerkat Mayhem with special talks and feeding sessions.

    Openings

    11am - 4pm

    23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
    Several people learning pottery on wheels in a studio, with clay-covered hands shaping bowls as the wheels spin. The foreground shows a close-up of ha

    Beginner pottery wheel throwing course at Maws Craft Centre.

    Openings

    Season

    22nd May 2026-19th June 2026
    Lunch with Weston's Head Gardener

    Enjoy a seasonal garden tour with Head Gardener Anna Krapivina, followed by lunch.

    Openings

    Season

    24th June 2026

    Season

    16th September 2026

    Season

    11th November 2026
    Willow garden decorations workshop

    A beginner-friendly willow weaving workshop to make a dragonfly and bird feeder.

    Openings

    Season

    14th June 2026
    A wild west gun shooter pictured in full costume

     Yeehaw, partner! Saddle up for a Wild West Weekend at Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

    Openings

    10am - 5pm

    4th July 2026-5th July 2026
    International Primate Day

    Celebrate International Primate Weekend with activities and the new Primate Experience at Hoo Zoo.

    Openings

    Season

    5th September 2026-6th September 2026
    Armed Forces Day Telford

    Armed Forces Family Fun Day returns to Telford for the national Armed Forces Day celebration.

    Openings

    11am - 4pm

    28th June 2026
    Doggy brunch at Hickory's Smokehouse

    A pawsome Doggy Brunch with a scenic walk.

    Openings

    10am

    6th June 2026
    Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena

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

    Openings

    Season

    28th August 2026-30th August 2026
    Santa & Mrs Claus: Festive Fun at Hoo Zoo

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

    Openings

    Season

    5th December 2026-23rd December 2026
    Polynesian Party

    A vibrant Polynesian Party at Hoo Zoo with themed activities and family‑friendly fun.

    Openings

    Season

    18th July 2026-19th July 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 Wind In The Willows

    Open-air Wind in the Willows at Telford Town Park.

    Openings

    Season

    23rd July 2026
    Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells

    A week-long celebration of walking, wellbeing and the great outdoors. 

    Openings

    Season

    25th May 2026-31st May 2026

    Where to Stay Highlights

    The Hundred House Hotel

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

    Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

    Badgers Wood

    Stay at Badgers Wood – Your Woodland Retreat Beside Hoo Zoo Nestled within a peaceful private…

    The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

    The Swan Taphouse

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

    Chauffeurs Loft

    Relaxing retreat with valley views in historic Coalbrookdale.

    The International Hotel

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

    Puddle Duck Cottages

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

    Ironbridge Holidays

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

    Hadley Park House

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

    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 White Hart

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

    Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

    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 Tiny Hideaway

    Romantic hillside hideaway with views of Ironbridge and easy access to the Wharfage.

    The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

    Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

    YHA Coalbrookdale

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

    TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

    Master Suite

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

    Lilleshall House

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

    News and blog

    Inspiration

    1. New voco hotel opens in Telford

      The Southwater Event Group, (SEG) today announces that the Holiday Inn Telford-Ironbridge has officially rebranded to voco Telford Ironbridge.

      14 May 2026
    2. National Trust to reopen Ironbridge Gorge sites in phases from spring 2026

      The National Trust has confirmed further details on the phased reopening of Ironbridge Gorge sites, with several key attractions set to welcome visitors from May.

      29 Apr 2026
    3. XscapeNow launches new 'Sultan's Secret' attraction

      A six-figure immersive experience, a 90-minute adventure with live actors, and a UK-first finale set to put Telford firmly on the map.

      20 Apr 2026
    4. RAF Museum Midlands joint top of Which's best UK museums list

      The RAF Museum Midlands is proud to announce it has been awarded Which? Recommended Provider status in the prestigious ‘Best Museums and Galleries in the UK’ category.

      14 Apr 2026
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