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  1. 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 demonstrations of modern military aircraft from the Royal Air Force and international military partners. There will be captivating appearances from iconic vintage aircraft from throughout the history of aviation and adrenaline pumping aerobatic displays.  On the ground, there will be a huge assortment on static display for you to view up close, including some which you will be able to sit inside.
    1. 8 Jun 2025
  2. Enjoy a unique evening at Exotic Zoo featuring live acoustic music, delicious food, and the chance to encounter animals after dark.
    1. 7 Jun 2025
  3. 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 before creating your own clay items.
    1. 15 Jun 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
  5. 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
  6. 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

Things To Do Highlights

Coalport China Museum

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

The Old Coracle Shed

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

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

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…

Telford Town Park

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

Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

Alpaca Meet & Greet

The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

Weston Park House & Gardens

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

Enginuity

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

Buildwas Abbey

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

Lady at a bowling alley

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

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…

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

Wellington Orbit

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

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

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…

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…

Ironbridge Fine Arts Printmaking Workshops

Welcome to the world of Printmaking and to our team of Printmaking artists and tutors offering…

Arthurs Kitchen at Fordhall Organic Farm

As England’s first community owned farm, Fordhall is a great place for a day out for the whole…

The Liquor Lab

Experience the ultimate night out at The Liquor Lab, the vibrant cocktail bar that’s redefining…

What's On Highlights

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
Image from Ironbridge Brass Band Festival 2023

A landmark event in the brass band calendar and in the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge Gorge, 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
Parklands Festival

Head to Telford Town Park QEII Arena for a weekend of electronic music with Audio Tek…

Openings

Season

21st June 2025-22nd June 2025
A row of Italian scooters parked up

Wellington will be packed with scooters of all types and vintage.

Openings

9:30am - 3:30pm

6th July 2025
Gelli plate printing

A introduction to Gelli Printing with a botanical theme.

Openings

Season

22nd October 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
a cartoon picture of Santa sitting in a beach chair on a beach with a drink in a coconut in his hand.  He's wearing his santa hat with shorts and t-sh

Visitors are invited to see Santa during his special summertime visit to Hoo Zoo

Openings

10am - 5pm

19th July 2025

10am - 5pm

30th August 2025
Adam Purnell pictured cooking over fire

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

Openings

10am - 4pm

17th July 2025
Telford Fossil Festival

Enjoy a weekend of dinosaur exhibits, fossil trading, and engaging guest speakers.

Openings

11am - 4pm

28th June 2025-29th June 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
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
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
Olympian Mixed Eights racing at Ironbridge Regatta

Enjoy a weekend of competitive rowing on the River Severn.

Openings

Season

28th June 2025-29th June 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
Vegetable garden

Enjoy a delicious lunch made from the produce in Goldstone Hall Hotel's kitchen garden.

Openings

Season

12th June 2025
Camper Jam

A fun filled show with a chilled out, take it easy vibe.

Openings

Season

4th July 2025-6th July 2025
Victorian Blacksmith Experience Day

Experience the life of a Victorian Blacksmith in this fantastic opportunity at Blists Hill…

Openings

10am - 4pm

26th June 2025

10am - 4pm

27th June 2025

10am - 4pm

9th July 2025

10am - 4pm

26th September 2025

10am - 4pm

8th October 2025

10am - 4pm

9th October 2025
Adam Purnell cooking over an open fire, meet on a spit

Join The Shropshire Lad 'Adam Purnell' to learn the basics of cooking on fire.

Openings

10am - 4pm

12th June 2025

10am - 4pm

18th September 2025
Paints and brushes

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

Openings

Season

8th August 2025
Digbeth Dining Club

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

Openings

12 - 7pm

7th June 2025
Walking through Wellington

Get your walking boots ready, Wellington Walking Festival is back for it's 13th year!  Explore 31…

Openings

Season

9th September 2025-15th September 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
Armed Forces Day Telford

The popular Armed Forces Family Fun Day is set to return to Telford as part of the national Armed…

Openings

11am - 4pm

29th June 2025

Where to Stay Highlights

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

Front of Venue

Best Western Valley Hotel is a Country House hotel situated in the heart of the UNESCO World…

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

Coalport Station Holidays

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

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

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 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…

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

Temple of Diana

A stay on the estate gives guests the chance to truly enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the…

The White Hart

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

The Swan Taphouse

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

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

The Hundred House Hotel

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

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

Lilleshall House

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

Ramada Hotel Telford

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

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. 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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