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  1. Mother and child stood in Shropshire Flower Field
    This summer bring the family to Shropshire Petal Fields outside Newport, to explore acres and acres of British grown flowers. A myriad of bright pink, blue, purple, yellow and white flowers, that will delight adults and children alike. From delphiniums, to cornflowers, sunflowers to wildflowers immerse yourself in the beauty nature has to offer. That’s not all! Let the little ones explore nature in our Forest of Fun, buy your own freshly cut flower bouquet and whet your appetite with a mixture of tasty food onsite. Bring your family for a picnic and make memories that will last a lifetime.
    1. 24 Jul 20253 Aug 2025
  2. 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
  3. Local enthusiasts will show off their classic vehicles and share their passion, at this popular event growing year on year, a perfect day out this summer.
    1. 20 Jul 2025
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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 entertainment, and enough dancing to make your feet tingle!
    1. 6 Sep 2025

Things To Do Highlights

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

Small Woods

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

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…

The Old Coracle Shed

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

Weston Park House & Gardens

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

Frankly Farm Tours

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

Severn Valley Railway

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

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

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

Telford Coronation Walks

Discover the Coronation Walks, 23 Scenic Trails across Telford's epic landscapes and heritage Towns…

Lucy Young Ceramics

Discover the joy of pottery in the heart of Shropshire with Lucy Young Ceramics, based at the…

Golf Course

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

The Liquor Lab

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

Wellington Orbit

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

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

Telford Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

Exotic Zoo Wildlife Park

Exotic Zoo in Telford Town Park offers an engaging experience with diverse animal zones, a Natural…

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

Enginuity

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

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…

Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

What's On Highlights

Three small clay figures of people with a boy and girl in the background.

Create animal and boat clay toys at Coalport China Museum this summer.

Openings

Season

19th July 2025-7th September 2025
Recycled paper stars and baubels

Create festive decorations from recycled paper in this eco-friendly workshop with Amber Bicheno.

Openings

Season

28th November 2025
Natural Home Workshop: Cleaning Without Chemicals

Discover how to create a more sustainable and healthier home—naturally with this inspiring workshop…

Openings

Season

14th July 2025
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…

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12th July 2025-13th July 2025
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
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…

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Season

6th September 2025
Lino printing process

Join local artist Amanda Hillier to learn to make your very own lino print inspired by nature.

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Season

7th March 2026
A man in Victorian costume is driving a black and red steam engine alongside a wooded canal towpath. There is smoke coming from the brass chimney on t

Miniature steam engines bring Victorian streets to life at Blists Hill’s popular steam event.

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Season

26th July 2025-27th July 2025
Willow Weaving

Learn different willow weaving techniques to create bird feeders

Openings

Season

19th February 2026
A group of walkers

Blow away those January blues and see in a fresh start to the new year.

Openings

Season

10th January 2026
Man on a steam roller driving through Victorian streets.

Steam engines return to Blists Hill for a weekend of Industrial Revolution sights and sounds.

Openings

Season

9th August 2025-10th August 2025
Taste of Late Summer

Explore Goldstone’s gardens and enjoy a seasonal tasting lunch with expert-led insights.

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14th August 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

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12th July 2025
Comic Con Midlands

Monopoly Events is bringing Comic Con to Telford for the Midlands BIGGEST pop culture celebration!

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27th September 2025-28th September 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.

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10am - 4pm

18th September 2025
Making in Action

Step behind the scenes at Ironbridge Candle Company during the World Heritage Festival open day.

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11th September 2025
A woven tree

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

Openings

Season

12th July 2025
The Merrythought Exhibition

As part of Merrythought’s 95th anniversary celebrations, a special exhibition opens at the historic…

Openings

Season

12th April 2025-28th September 2025
Adam Purnell pictured cooking over fire

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

Openings

10am - 4pm

17th July 2025
Beginner Foraging Walk

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

Openings

Season

27th August 2025
Pots outside the front door at Goldstone

Learn to create vibrant winter and spring containers at Goldstone Hall’s seasonal garden workshop.

Openings

Season

9th October 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
Gift Set

Discover natural, sustainable gift wrapping ideas at Ironbridge Candle Company’s open day.

Openings

Season

6th November 2025
Teenage boy smiling and playing on a game, holding a controller, sat next to his friend.

Explore 60 years of gaming at Enginuity from retro classics to modern VR experiences.

Openings

Season

19th July 2025-1st September 2025

Where to Stay Highlights

Guesthouse  bedroom image

Welcome to Viaduct Guest House, set amid the renowned World Heritage Site of Ironbridge Gorge,…

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

Hadley Park House

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

The Malthouse Rooms

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

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…

Temple of Diana

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

The Swan Taphouse

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

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…

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

Coalport Station Holidays

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

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

STATIC HOLIDAY CARAVANS CARAVAN CLUB TOURING SITE [CL] We are a small family run Park set in 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 Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

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…

The outside of The Summer House

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

Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

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Inspiration

  1. Double trouble! Ring-Tailed Lemur babies born at Hoo Zoo

    Keepers at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford are celebrating the arrival of two endangered baby Ring-Tailed Lemurs.

    2 Jul 2025
  2. New bookshop opens its doors in the heart of Ironbridge

    A brand-new chapter has begun for book lovers visiting Ironbridge.

    1 Jul 2025
  3. Shropshire Petal Fields tickets go live

    Tickets for the successful flower field experience in Newport have gone on sale.

    30 Jun 2025
  4. Your summer getaway awaits at Weston Park

    Escape to Weston this summer for a short break to remember 

    17 Jun 2025
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