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  1. Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells
    A week-long celebration of walking, wellbeing and the great outdoors.
    1. 25 May 202631 May 2026
  2. A festival-style evening with live music, food and after-dark animal encounters.
    1. Enjoy a seasonal garden tour with Head Gardener Anna Krapivina, followed by lunch.
      1. 24 Jun 2026
      2. 16 Sep 2026
      3. 11 Nov 2026
    2. World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.
      1. 19 Jun 202621 Jun 2026
    3. A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park
      1. 12 Jul 2026
    4. Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena
      Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday
      1. 28 Aug 202630 Aug 2026

    Things To Do Highlights

    Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

    Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

    Lady at a bowling alley

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

    Alpaca Meet & Greet

    The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

    Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

    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…

    Frankly Farm Tours

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

    Museum of Iron

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

    Golf Course

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

    Meet the Mini Moos

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

    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…

    Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

    XscapeNow

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

    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…

    Buildwas Abbey

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

    Mini Raft Hire

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

    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…

    Wellington Orbit

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

    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…

    Footpath through woodland

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

    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…

    Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

    The Old Coracle Shed

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

    What's On Highlights

    Krazy Races

    A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    12th July 2026
    Parklands Festival

    Three days of electronic music at Telford Town Park QEII Arena

    Openings

    Season

    19th June 2026-21st June 2026
    Willow garden decorations workshop

    A beginner-friendly willow weaving workshop to make a dragonfly and bird feeder.

    Openings

    Season

    14th June 2026
    Camper Jam 2026

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

    Openings

    Season

    3rd July 2026-5th July 2026
    World Snake Weekend

    A chance to face your fears, learn something new, and see snakes in a whole new light.

    Openings

    Season

    18th July 2026-19th July 2026
    Cinnamon the capybara's birthday party

    Celebrate Cinnamon the capybara’s birthday with themed activities and zoo fun.

    Openings

    Season

    12th September 2026
    Heroes of the air trail at RAF Museum Midlands

    A family-friendly celebration of courage, adventure and the remarkable stories of those who took to…

    Openings

    10am - 5pm

    23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
    Several people learning pottery on wheels in a studio, with clay-covered hands shaping bowls as the wheels spin. The foreground shows a close-up of ha

    Beginner pottery wheel throwing course at Maws Craft Centre.

    Openings

    Season

    22nd May 2026-19th June 2026
    Flight by Night - Evening Bat and Moth Walk

    Join a family‑friendly night walk to discover bats, owls and moths after dark.

    Openings

    Season

    29th May 2026
    International Lynx Day

    A special opportunity to get closer to these elusive cats.

    Openings

    Season

    13th June 2026
    Willow Bread Basket Workshop

    A beginner-friendly basketmaking course using traditional willow weaving techniques.

    Openings

    Season

    12th July 2026
    Polynesian Party

    A vibrant Polynesian Party at Hoo Zoo with themed activities and family‑friendly fun.

    Openings

    Season

    18th July 2026-19th July 2026
    Jeeves and Wooster in 'Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves'

    A classic comedy adventure, part of Telford Theatre on Tour.

    Openings

    Season

    22nd July 2026
    Lunch with Weston's Head Gardener

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

    Openings

    Season

    24th June 2026

    Season

    16th September 2026

    Season

    11th November 2026
    Berry Basket Workshop

    A beginner’s basketmaking course creating a small round willow basket.

    Openings

    Season

    1st November 2026
    Wolf Awareness Weekend

    Discover wolves at Hoo Zoo with activities and insights into their behaviour and pack life.

    Openings

    Season

    15th August 2026-16th August 2026
    Digbeth Dining Club

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

    Openings

    12 - 6pm

    11th July 2026-12th July 2026
    The Wind In The Willows

    Open-air Wind in the Willows at Telford Town Park.

    Openings

    Season

    23rd July 2026
    World Parrot Weekend

    A colourful spotlight on some of the world’s most intelligent and charismatic birds.

    Openings

    Season

    30th May 2026-31st May 2026
    Reindeer sculpture workshop

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

    Openings

    Season

    6th December 2026
    Family Friendly Welly Walk

    Join a family‑friendly welly walk exploring watery wildlife at Loamhole Dingle.

    Openings

    Season

    26th May 2026
    Spirit, Spice + Chocolate Festival

    Something deliciously different is coming to Weston Park later this year

    Openings

    10am - 8pm

    5th September 2026
    Exotic Zoo Fossil Festival

    Discover fossils, talks and hands‑on activities at Telford Fossil Festival.

    Openings

    11am - 4pm

    6th June 2026
    Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena

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

    Openings

    Season

    28th August 2026-30th August 2026

    Where to Stay Highlights

    The White Hart

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

    Ironbridge Tiny Hideaway

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

    Master Suite

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

    Chauffeurs Loft

    Relaxing retreat with valley views in historic Coalbrookdale.

    The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

    The International Hotel

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

    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 Swan Taphouse

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

    TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

    Bedroom at Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

    Ramada Hotel Telford

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

    Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

    Lilleshall House

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

    Front of Venue

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

    Premier Inn Newport Telford

    Situated on the edge of the historic market town of Newport, the 83-bedroom Premier Inn…

    1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

    Hadley Park House

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

    Puddle Duck Cottages

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

    Ironbridge Holidays

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

    Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

    Coalport Station Holidays

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

    News and blog

    Inspiration

    1. New voco hotel opens in Telford

      The Southwater Event Group, (SEG) today announces that the Holiday Inn Telford-Ironbridge has officially rebranded to voco Telford Ironbridge.

      14 May 2026
    2. National Trust to reopen Ironbridge Gorge sites in phases from spring 2026

      The National Trust has confirmed further details on the phased reopening of Ironbridge Gorge sites, with several key attractions set to welcome visitors from May.

      29 Apr 2026
    3. XscapeNow launches new 'Sultan's Secret' attraction

      A six-figure immersive experience, a 90-minute adventure with live actors, and a UK-first finale set to put Telford firmly on the map.

      20 Apr 2026
    4. RAF Museum Midlands joint top of Which's best UK museums list

      The RAF Museum Midlands is proud to announce it has been awarded Which? Recommended Provider status in the prestigious ‘Best Museums and Galleries in the UK’ category.

      14 Apr 2026
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