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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

    Footpath through woodland

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

    Wellington Orbit

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

    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…

    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

    Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

    Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

    Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World, formerly known as Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom is a small family run zoo in…

    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…

    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…

    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…

    Telford Bike Hub

    Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

    Airea51 main arena

    AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

    Small Woods

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

    Coalport China Museum

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

    Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

    Mini Raft Hire

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

    Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

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

    Lilleshall Hall Gardens

    Nestled in the Shropshire countryside, Lilleshall Hall is set in spectacular and secluded…

    Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

    Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

    Severn Valley Railway

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

    What's On Highlights

    Adam Purnell pictured cooking over fire

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

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    17th July 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
    Attingham Park Dance Anthems Orchestra

    Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Attingham Park.

    Openings

    Season

    13th June 2025
    Telford Steam Railway Teddy Bears Picnic

    Bring your Teddy Bears to Telford Steam Railway for a fun-filled picnic

    Openings

    Season

    25th May 2025-26th May 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
    Vegetable garden

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

    Openings

    Season

    12th June 2025
    Art matters

    Discover the captivating works of 18 of the region's finest artists at Fusion Gallery in Jackfield,…

    Openings

    Season

    17th June 2025-29th June 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
    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
    Participants in Oakengates Carnival dressed as butterflies

    Head to Oakengates on Saturday 12 July for its annual Carnival and a packed day of entertainment.

    Openings

    Season

    12th July 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
    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
    Gelli plate printing

    A introduction to Gelli Printing with a botanical theme.

    Openings

    Season

    22nd October 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
    Yoga session in progress

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

    Openings

    Season

    21st 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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    A woven tree

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

    Openings

    Season

    12th July 2025
    Shimmer Walk

    Walk 5k at night in aid of Severn Hospice

    Openings

    Season

    10th May 2025
    Paints and brushes

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

    Openings

    Season

    8th August 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

    Where to Stay Highlights

    Coalport Station Holidays

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

    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…

    The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

    Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

    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…

    Ramada Hotel Telford

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

    The Sutherland

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

    Puddle Duck Cottages

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

    The Sutherland

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

    Front of Venue

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

    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,…

    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…

    Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

    The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

    The International Hotel

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

    YHA Coalbrookdale

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

    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…

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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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