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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. Free family fun with jousting, crafts and displays at Telford’s Spring Into St George’s Day.
    1. Fire. Food. Music and Fun.
      1. 2 May 20263 May 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

    Airea51 main arena

    AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

    ODEON Luxe Telford

    ODEON Telford offers film magic, luxury seating and cinema favourites.

    Lucy Young Ceramics

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

    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…

    Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

    Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

    Telford Bike Hub

    Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

    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…

    Footpath through woodland

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

    Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

    Weston Park House & Gardens

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

    The Old Coracle Shed

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

    Telford Town Park

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

    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…

    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…

    Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

    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

    Alpaca Meet & Greet

    The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

    Golf Course

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

    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…

    Off exploring Ropewalk

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

    Wellington Orbit

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

    What's On Highlights

    International Primate Day

    Celebrate International Primate Weekend with activities and the new Primate Experience at Hoo Zoo.

    Openings

    Season

    5th September 2026-6th September 2026
    A close-up of hands shaping a wide clay bowl on a spinning potter's wheel. The bowl is smooth and centred, with spiral lines visible inside. Wet clay

    Step into the world of ceramics with a relaxed and friendly wheel‑throwing taster.

    Openings

    Season

    23rd April 2026-26th April 2026
    Butterfly Awareness Weekend

    Experience the brand new butterfly walkthrough at Hoo Zoo.

    Openings

    Season

    23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
    Willow Bird Feeder Workshop

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

    Openings

    Season

    24th May 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
    Ironbridge Walking Festival

    Discover the beauty of The Ironbridge Gorge UNESCO World Heritage Site on foot.

    Openings

    Season

    2nd May 2026-10th May 2026
    World Meerkat Weekend

    Discover fascinating facts about meerkat life in the wild, and take part in themed activities.

    Openings

    Season

    11th July 2026-12th July 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
    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
    Willow Bread Basket Workshop

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

    Openings

    Season

    12th July 2026
    International Lynx Day

    A special opportunity to get closer to these elusive cats.

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    Season

    13th June 2026
    Parklands Festival

    Three days of electronic music at Telford Town Park QEII Arena

    Openings

    Season

    19th June 2026-21st June 2026
    Exotic Zoo Fossil Festival

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

    Openings

    11am - 4pm

    6th June 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
    World Earth Weekend

    Celebrate World Earth Weekend at Hoo Zoo.

    Openings

    Season

    25th April 2026-26th April 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
    Comic Con Midlands

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

    Openings

    Season

    5th September 2026-6th September 2026
    Digbeth Dining Club

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

    Openings

    12 - 6pm

    11th July 2026-12th July 2026
    Spirit, Spice + Chocolate Festival

    Something deliciously different is coming to Weston Park later this year

    Openings

    10am - 8pm

    5th September 2026
    Family Friendly Welly Walk

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

    Openings

    Season

    26th May 2026
    Willow garden decorations workshop

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

    Openings

    Season

    14th June 2026
    Princess Brunch at Hickory's Smokehouse

    A magical Princess Brunch with live characters, family dining and movie fun at Hickory’s.

    Openings

    Season

    24th May 2026
    Meerkat Mayhem at Exotic Zoo

    Meerkat Mayhem with special talks and feeding sessions.

    Openings

    11am - 4pm

    23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
    100% Badgers: Matt Hob

    A night of comedy from the sell out Edinburgh Fringe stand-up show.

    Openings

    Season

    3rd May 2026

    Where to Stay Highlights

    The Hundred House Hotel

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

    The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

    Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

    Ramada Hotel Telford

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

    The White Hart

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

    1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

    Puddle Duck Cottages

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

    Master Suite

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

    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…

    Coalport Station Holidays

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

    Temple of Diana

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

    The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

    Front of Venue

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

    TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

    Holiday Inn Telford

    Our 152-bed hotel is located on the edge of Telford Town Centre, adjacent to the beautiful Town…

    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…

    The Swan Taphouse

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

    Bedroom at Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

    The outside of The Summer House

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

    News and blog

    Inspiration

    1. Walking holidays in The Ironbridge Gorge

      If your idea of a perfect break starts with fresh air, time outdoors and space to explore at your own pace, a walking holiday in The Ironbridge Gorge UNESCO World Heritage Site offers just that.

      5 Apr 2026
    2. A delicious new event is heading to Weston Park

      Get ready to indulge your senses at the brand new Spirits, Spice + Chocolate Festival.  

      2 Apr 2026
    3. Embers Fire Festival set to ignite the Ironbridge Gorge over May Bank Holiday

      A brand-new celebration of fire cooking, live music and family-friendly entertainment is coming to Ironbridge Gorge this spring.

      2 Apr 2026
    4. RAF Museum Midlands awarded £1 Million Biffa Award Grant for major new exhibition

      A £1 million grant from the Biffa Award will support the development of a major new exhibition exploring the story of the RAF from 1980 to today.

      31 Mar 2026
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