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  1. Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena
    Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday
    1. 22 Aug 202524 Aug 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. Ironbridge Coracle Regatta
      The Ironbridge Coracle Regatta, hosted on the picturesque River Severn, right next to the iconic Iron Bridge is making a return this September.
      1. 14 Sep 2025
    2. Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells
      A week-long celebration of walking, wellbeing and the great outdoors.
      1. 26 May 20251 Jun 2025
    3. Wellington Late Night Market
      Head to Wellington Late Night Market for great entertainment and delicious food, it’s the perfect night out with family and friends.
      1. 17 May 2025
    4. As part of Merrythought’s 95th anniversary celebrations, a special exhibition opens at the historic Museum of the Gorge
      1. 12 Apr 202528 Sep 2025

    Things To Do Highlights

    Meet the Mini Moos

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

    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…

    Two Suri Alpacas

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

    Buildwas Abbey

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

    Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

    Small Woods

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

    Hencote Vineyard & Estate

    Hencote allows visitors to learn the story of the grape from vine to bottle, in wine tours and…

    Airea51 main arena

    AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

    Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

    Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

    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…

    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…

    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…

    Golf Course

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

    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

    Mini Raft Hire

    Shropshire Raft Tours provides a range of water sports based on the River Severn in The Gorge…

    Alpaca Meet & Greet

    The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

    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…

    Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

    Off exploring Ropewalk

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

    The Old Coracle Shed

    The Ironbridge Coracle Trail is a very pleasant 20 minute walk along the River Severn between the…

    Severn Valley Railway

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

    Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

    Vine Willow Wood offers workshops in willow weaving and basketmaking in and around Shropshire.

    What's On Highlights

    Wellington Late Night Market

    Head to Wellington Late Night Market for great entertainment and delicious food, it’s the perfect…

    Openings

    5-10pm

    17th May 2025
    Attingham Park Proms

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

    Openings

    Season

    14th June 2025
    Yoga session in progress

    Join us for a blissful day of sunshine, yoga, and creative journaling in nature!

    Openings

    Season

    21st June 2025
    Cattle on show at Newport Show

    Newport Show is presented by Newport and District Agricultural Society and is a key date in the…

    Openings

    Season

    12th July 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
    Victorians taking part in a sack race

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

    Openings

    Season

    3rd May 2025-5th May 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…

    Openings

    Season

    15th June 2025
    Willow Weaving

    Learn different willow weaving techniques to create bird feeders

    Openings

    Season

    19th February 2026
    The Merrythought Exhibition

    As part of Merrythought’s 95th anniversary celebrations, a special exhibition opens at the historic…

    Openings

    Season

    12th April 2025-28th September 2025
    Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena

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

    Openings

    Season

    22nd August 2025-24th August 2025
    A group of walkers

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

    Openings

    Season

    10th January 2026
    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
    HMS Pinafore Outdoor Theatre Performance

    Enjoy an outdoor performance of HMS Pinafore, featuring sharp dialogue, catchy tunes, and a…

    Openings

    Season

    9th August 2025
    Little boy in red arrows overalls stood in front of an old plane

    The RAF Cosford Air Show will include an action-packed flying display, including powerful…

    Openings

    Season

    8th June 2025
    UK Open Pool Championship Promotional Image

    The UK Open Pool Championship returns to Telford for its fourth edition, featuring a stellar…

    Openings

    Season

    6th May 2025-11th May 2025
    Ironbridge Walking Festival

    Discover the beauty of the Ironbridge Gorge UNESCO World Heritage Site on foot with the return of…

    Openings

    Season

    4th May 2025-12th May 2025
    Flight by Night - Evening Bat Walk

    Beautiful bats, hooting owls and magnificent moths, come and see what we discover after the sun has…

    Openings

    Season

    19th September 2025
    Gelli plate printing

    A introduction to Gelli Printing with a botanical theme.

    Openings

    Season

    22nd October 2025
    Adam Purnell pictured cooking over fire

    Take a Kamado masterclass with The Shropshire Lad chef 'Adam Purnell'

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    17th July 2025
    Shimmer Walk

    Walk 5k at night in aid of Severn Hospice

    Openings

    Season

    10th May 2025
    Comic Con Midlands

    Monopoly Events is bringing Comic Con to Telford for the Midlands BIGGEST pop culture celebration!

    Openings

    Season

    27th September 2025-28th September 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
    A woven tree

    Learn to create a beautiful 3D tree within a landscape weaving of your own design

    Openings

    Season

    12th July 2025
    Paints and brushes

    A beginner painting evening based on the natural world learning to use unconventional painting…

    Openings

    Season

    8th August 2025

    Where to Stay Highlights

    The International Hotel

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

    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…

    The Sutherland

    The Sutherland Inn & Dining is one of the county’s most stylish destinations, offering delicious…

    The Swan Taphouse

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

    Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

    Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

    The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

    YHA Coalbrookdale

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

    Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

    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…

    Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

    Puddle Duck Cottages

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

    Coalport Station Holidays

    Coalport Station Holidays offers exceptional self-catering accommodation in two railway carriages…

    The outside of The Summer House

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

    Lilleshall House

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

    Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

    Ironbridge Holidays

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

    1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

    TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

    The White Hart

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

    Master Suite

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

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    Inspiration

    1. Your ultimate guide to Telford Balloon Fiesta 2025

      Get ready for a sky full of colour and a weekend packed with fun

      25 Apr 2025
    2. Walkers looking at a map on the T50 walking trail

      It's time to get outdoors with a packed programme of free activities for all ages, abilities and interests. 

      24 Apr 2025
    3. Final Wellington Late Night announced ahead of the markets refurbishment

      One last hurrah before refurbishment begins at Wellington Market

      23 Apr 2025
    4. SKY REACH - Leap of Faith

      Telford Aerial Adventure is a unique activity that will test nerves, burn off energy and push physical and mental limits. The friendly team gently encourage participants to face their fears and ge..

      2 Apr 2025
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