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Inspiration

  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

    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…

    Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

    Coalport China Museum

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

    Footpath through woodland

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

    Small Woods

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

    Severn Valley Railway

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

    Meet the Mini Moos

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

    Golf Course

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

    Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

    Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

    Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

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

    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

    The Liquor Lab

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

    Airea51 main arena

    AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

    Weston Park House & Gardens

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

    Telford Town Park

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

    The Old Coracle Shed

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

    Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

    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…

    Mini Raft Hire

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

    Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

    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
    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
    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
    Willow Weaving

    Learn different willow weaving techniques to create bird feeders

    Openings

    Season

    19th February 2026
    Beginner Foraging Walk

    Enjoy a lovely walk through meadows and woodlands learning to observe, identify and use what you…

    Openings

    Season

    27th 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
    Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells

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

    Openings

    Season

    26th May 2025-1st June 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
    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
    Shimmer Walk

    Walk 5k at night in aid of Severn Hospice

    Openings

    Season

    10th May 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
    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
    Paints and brushes

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

    Openings

    Season

    8th August 2025
    Attingham Park Dance Anthems Orchestra

    Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Attingham Park.

    Openings

    Season

    13th June 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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    roses in the garden at Goldstone

    Goldstone Hall Hotel invites guests to an engaging and hands-on workshop focused on planning the…

    Openings

    Season

    14th May 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

    Where to Stay Highlights

    Puddle Duck Cottages

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

    The Hundred House Hotel

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

    Lilleshall House

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

    The Swan Taphouse

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

    Temple of Diana

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

    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…

    The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

    Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

    The outside of The Summer House

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

    Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

    The Malthouse Rooms

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

    Coalport Station Holidays

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

    Ramada Hotel Telford

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

    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,…

    Front of Venue

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

    Ironbridge Holidays

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

    The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

    Hadley Park House

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

    Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

    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…

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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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