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  1. Apley Farm Shop Nature Trail
    Help find the missing magic seeds on a fun, family-friendly nature trail at Apley
    1. 23 Apr 202631 Dec 2026
  2. Star guests, cosplay, panels and family fun at Telford International Centre
    1. The World Famous Iron Bridge
      Celebrate Ironbridge’s heritage with music, arts, coracle display and more!
      1. Festival Launch
        Wellington Walking Festival is back this year with another varied programme of walks to suit all abilities Explore 37 captivating events, catering to all abilities, from leisurely strolls to a challenging 14 mile walk, which showcase the natural beauty of Wellington and its surrounding area.
        1. 14 Sep 202720 Sep 2027
      2. Celebrate Cinnamon the capybara’s birthday with themed activities and zoo fun.
        1. Enjoy a seasonal garden tour with Head Gardener Anna Krapivina, followed by lunch.
          1. 11 Nov 2026

        Things To Do Highlights

        Blists Hill Victorian Town

        Step into the sights, sounds and stories of Ironbridge Gorge’s industrial past with a visit to the…

        Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

        Weston Park House & Gardens

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

        Meet the Mini Moos

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

        Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

        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

        English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

        Lilleshall Abbey is a 12th-century Augustinian Abbey in peaceful rural setting close to the…

        The Old Coracle Shed

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

        Wellington Orbit

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

        Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

        Frankly Farm Tours

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

        Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

        XscapeNow

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

        Spa Treatments

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

        Wellington Orbit

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

        Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

        Get closer to the metal that makes our world at the National Trust’s Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron. 

        Buildwas Abbey

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

        Golf Course

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

        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…

        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…

        ODEON Luxe Telford

        ODEON Telford offers film magic, luxury seating and cinema favourites.

        Telford Bike Hub

        Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

        What's On Highlights

        A man and a woman wearing green medic uniforms hold a mirror in which is the reflection of a man wearing a silky blue robe and applying make-up.

        A heart warming and hilarious village fête drama featuring an unexpected drag queen.

        Openings

        Season

        14th November 2026
        Two men and a woman wearing dark clothes sit at a pub table. Each man has a pint of lager. In front of the woman is a cremation urn labelled 'Dad'.

        Dark comedy, ghost stories and folk music collide in this haunting rural tale.

        Openings

        Season

        28th October 2026
        Agent Kahlo, wearing large blue earrings and a flamboyant headscarf, leans in to whisper to Agent Dali who is wearing a coat patterned with lobsters.

        Solve an art forgery mystery in this immersive theatre, escape room and whodunnit experience.

        Openings

        Season

        16th October 2026
        Exotic Boo at the Zoo

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

        Openings

        Season

        24th October 2026-1st November 2026
        Reindeer sculpture workshop

        Create a festive willow reindeer in this beginner-friendly weaving workshop.

        Openings

        Season

        6th December 2026
        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

        5th December 2026-24th December 2026
        Jack and the Beanstalk

        A giant 3D adventure! Jack and the Beanstalk panto comes to Telford this Christmas.

        Openings

        Various performance times available

        17th December 2026-2nd January 2027
        Telford Festive Gardens

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

        Openings

        4-8pm

        10th December 2026-13th December 2026

        4-8pm

        17th December 2026-20th December 2026
        Lunch with Weston's Head Gardener

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

        Openings

        Season

        11th November 2026
        Spirit, Spice + Chocolate Festival

        Something deliciously different is coming to Weston Park later this year

        Openings

        10am - 8pm

        29th May 2027
        Pumpkin patch photo opportunity

        Pick pumpkins, meet lambs and sample Pumpkin Spiced Gin at Little Wytheford Farm.

        Openings

        Season

        9th October 2026-31st October 2026
        Apley Farm Shop Christmas Market

        Get into the Christmas spirit at Apley’s festive Christmas Market.

        Openings

        Season

        21st November 2026-22nd November 2026
        Child in a pink jacket standing beside a carved pumpkin in a woodland setting

        Family Halloween fun, bonfire traditions and fireworks at Wrekin Forest School.

        Openings

        Season

        25th October 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
        Motherhood

        A moving and humorous look at motherhood from Elli Mackenzie.

        Openings

        Season

        13th November 2026
        A woman smiling with a hand made Christmas wreath

        Join Nettie and create a festive wreath for your home.

        Openings

        2:30pm

        20th November 2026-21st November 2026

        2:30pm

        27th November 2026-28th November 2026

        2:30pm

        4th December 2026

        2:30pm

        11th December 2026
        Patrick Monahan - The Good, The Pat and The Ugly

        Sharp, observational comedy on life’s mishaps.

        Openings

        Season

        12th 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
        A crowd looking up at the fireworks display

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

        Openings

        Season

        8th November 2026
        Child dressed up for Halloween

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

        Openings

        Season

        24th October 2026-31st October 2026
        A schoolgirl with a long plait faces away from the camera towards a row of houses which have graffiti on them. The girl is wearing a backpack with a b

        Darkly comic drama about a teenager navigating life inside a doomsday cult.

        Openings

        Season

        30th October 2026
        Wrekin Spirit Pumpkin Patch

        Pick pumpkins, sip spiced gin and enjoy autumn fun at Wrekin Spirit’s family-friendly patch

        Openings

        10am - 4pm

        9th October 2026-31st October 2026
        Apley Farm Shop's Haunted Harvest

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

        Openings

        Season

        10th October 2026-31st October 2026
        Telford Ice Rink staff dressed up for Halloween

        Spooky skating, themed music and Halloween surprises at Telford Ice Rink.

        Openings

        Season

        30th October 2026

        Where to Stay Highlights

        YHA Coalbrookdale

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

        Badgers Wood

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

        Ironbridge Tiny Hideaway

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

        TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

        The Hundred House Hotel

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

        Ramada Hotel Telford

        Central Telford hotel with gardens, pool, gym, dining and flexible conference facilities.

        Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

        The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

        voco Telford Ironbridge

        Contemporary Telford hotel with leisure facilities, dining and easy access to local landmarks.

        Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

        Coalport Station Holidays

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

        Chauffeurs Loft

        Relaxing retreat with valley views in historic Coalbrookdale.

        Hadley Park House

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

        Master Suite

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

        Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

        The Swan Taphouse

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

        The Malthouse Rooms

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

        1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

        Bedroom at Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

        The White Hart

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

        The International Hotel

        Central Telford hotel near the International Centre with parking, breakfast and leisure access.

        Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

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        Inspiration

        1. Amphitheatre season draws to a close after summer of culture in Telford Town Park

          Telford Town Park Amphitheatre has wrapped up its debut summer season, with performances and free events drawing crowds to the newly restored outdoor venue.

          10 Sep 2026
        2. Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Day returns with packed programme of history, culture and family fun

          The Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Day returns bringing a full day of free family entertainment, heritage events and live music to the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution.

          10 Sep 2026
        3. A giant Christmas adventure is coming to Telford — Don't miss this year's panto!

          Fee-fi-fo-fum, the panto season is nearly here and this year it's bigger than ever.

          4 Sep 2026
        4. Shakespeare Under the Stars at Attingham Park

          The Pantaloons bring their hilarious open-air production of Twelfth Night to Attingham Park.

          1 Sep 2026
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