To provide you with the best experience, cookies are used on this site.  Learn more

Allow cookies

Welcome to Telford

Plan your trip...
  • Things to Do
  • What's On
  • Accommodation
  • Food & Drink
  • Shopping
Accommodation Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
Things to Do Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
What's On Search
Dates
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
Food & Drink Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
Shopping Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:

Inspiration

  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. Free family fun with jousting, crafts and displays at Telford’s Spring Into St George’s Day.
    1. 25 Apr 2026
  3. Fire, food and music collide at Embers Fire Festival
    1. 2 May 20263 May 2026
  4. World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.
    1. 19 Jun 202621 Jun 2026
  5. A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park
    1. 12 Jul 2026
  6. 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

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…

Alpaca Meet & Greet

The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

Footpath through woodland

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

Meet the Mini Moos

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

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…

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

Hencote Vineyard & Estate

Hencote allows visitors to learn the story of the grape from vine to bottle, in wine tours and…

Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

Lady at a bowling alley

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

Telford Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

Golf Course

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

Spa Treatments

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

Mini Raft Hire

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

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

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…

Severn Valley Railway

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

Off exploring Ropewalk

Severn Gorge Countryside Trust is an independent Charitable Trust and Limited Company. The Trust…

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

Willow Bird Feeder Workshop

A beginner-friendly willow weaving workshop to make a fat ball bird feeder.

Openings

Season

24th May 2026
Parklands Festival

Three days of electronic music at Telford Town Park QEII Arena

Openings

Season

19th June 2026-21st June 2026
A wild west gun shooter pictured in full costume

 Yeehaw, partner! Saddle up for a Wild West Weekend at Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

Openings

10am - 5pm

4th July 2026-5th July 2026
Marvellous Mammals: Family Friendly Walk

Explore woodland wildlife with a guided family walk at Jiggers Bank and Loamhole Dingle.

Openings

Season

27th May 2026
A Night of Irish Music with World-Record Guitarist Dave Browne

Enjoy a night of live music at Hoo Zoo

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026-4th May 2026
Reindeer sculpture workshop

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

Openings

Season

6th December 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
An illustration of a woolly mammoth with Nigel's headshot inserted

Experience Prehistoric Park with Nigel Marven LIVE at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World, where the…

Openings

10am - 5pm

29th August 2026-30th August 2026
Eyton

Wellington Walking Festival is back this year with another varied programme of walks to suit all…

Openings

Season

8th September 2026-14th September 2026
Adam Purnell cooking on open flame

Take your fire-cooking skills to the next level with advanced tips and recipes

Openings

10am - 4pm

1st April 2026-2nd April 2026
Hoo Zoo Big Birthday Bash

Join Hoo for their Big Birthday Bash, a weekend of celebrations marking another amazing year at Hoo…

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026-4th May 2026
Adam Purnell hosting a Fire Cooking Masterclass

Master open fire cooking on a Kadai with Adam Purnell at Embers Café

Openings

10am - 4pm

16th April 2026
Willow flower decoration workshop

A relaxed willow weaving workshop to create a flower decoration for the garden.

Openings

Season

19th April 2026
Camper Jam 2026

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

Openings

Season

3rd July 2026-5th July 2026
Butterfly Awareness Weekend

Experience the brand new butterfly walkthrough at Hoo Zoo.

Openings

Season

23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
Easter Lamb Feeding

Cuddle, bottle‑feed and meet spring lambs at Frankly Farm Tours this Easter.

Openings

10am - 3pm

28th March 2026-12th April 2026
Comic Con Midlands

Star guests, cosplay, panels and family fun at Telford International Centre

Openings

Season

5th September 2026-6th September 2026
Adam Purnell cooking over an open fire, meet on a spit

Learn the art of cooking on fire with The Shropshire Lad at Embers Café

Openings

10am - 4pm

14th May 2026
Foraging basket workshop

Learn willow weaving and make a rustic frame basket for everyday use.

Openings

Season

20th September 2026
World Earth Weekend

Celebrate World Earth Weekend at Hoo Zoo.

Openings

Season

25th April 2026-26th April 2026
Night time at the Zoo

A festival-style evening with live music, food and after-dark animal encounters.

Openings

5pm - 10pm

23rd May 2026
Weston Park Air Show International

World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.

Openings

8am -

19th June 2026-21st June 2026
Cinnamon the capybara's birthday party

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

Openings

Season

12th September 2026
Exotic Zoo Fossil Festival

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

Openings

5pm - 10pm

6th June 2026

Where to Stay Highlights

Ironbridge Holidays

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

Hadley Park House

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

Ironbridge Tiny Hideaway

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

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

The Malthouse Rooms

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

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…

Ramada Hotel Telford

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

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

The White Hart

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

Temple of Diana

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

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

Front of Venue

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

Badgers Wood

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

Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

Lilleshall House

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

Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

Master Suite

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

The Swan Taphouse

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

Read our latest blogs

Inspiration

  1. Get ready to tumble down the rabbit hole at Weston this Easter

    A magical Easter adventure awaits at Weston Park this Easter. 

    27 Mar 2026
  2. Easter at the Smokehouse

    Easter is almost here and there’s no better excuse to gather favourite people and head to the smokehouse.

    27 Mar 2026
  3. Easter adventures in Ironbridge with free National Trust access for pass holders

    Ironbridge is set to welcome visitors this Easter, with spring walks, scenic cycle routes and a great choice of independent shops, cafés and places to eat offering plenty to enjoy in and around the Gorge.

    27 Mar 2026
  4. Easter fun at Exotic Zoo

    Easter animal encounters and family fun at Exotic Zoo

    20 Mar 2026
Follow Telford @VisitTelford

Don't Miss

Don't Miss