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Inspiration

  1. Steampunk festival attendees at Blists Hill Victorian Town wearing steampunk costumes
    Step into 'The Town that Never Was', for a weekend in the retro-futuristic world of Steampunk.
    1. 5 Jul 20256 Jul 2025
  2. 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
  3. 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
  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
  5. 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
  6. 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

Things To Do Highlights

The Liquor Lab

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

Severn Valley Railway

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

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

Lucy Young Ceramics

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

Alpaca Meet & Greet

The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

Telford Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

Telford T50 Walking Trail

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Telford's great outdoors with the T50 walking route.…

Footpath through woodland

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

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…

Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

Wellington Orbit

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

Exotic Zoo Wildlife Park

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

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

Mini Raft Hire

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

Golf Course

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

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

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…

Small Woods

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

Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

Spa Treatments

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

Meet the Mini Moos

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

What's On Highlights

A woven tree

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

Openings

Season

12th 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
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
A picture of Titania and Bottom in A Midsummer Night's Dream

Oddsocks perform family-friendly Shakespeare

Openings

Season

10th July 2025
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

5th July 2025-6th July 2025
Weave only a Trace Exhibition

Explore the rich, tactile world of willow, wood, and natural fibres through the eyes and hands of…

Openings

10am-4pm

18th November 2025-30th November 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
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
Ironbridge Coracle Regatta

The Ironbridge Coracle Regatta, hosted on the picturesque River Severn, right next to the iconic…

Openings

11am - 4pm

14th September 2025
Walking through Wellington

Get your walking boots ready, Wellington Walking Festival is back for it's 13th year!  Explore 31…

Openings

Season

9th September 2025-15th September 2025
Lino printing process

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

Openings

Season

7th March 2026
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
HMS Pinafore Outdoor Theatre Performance

Enjoy an outdoor performance of HMS Pinafore, featuring sharp dialogue, catchy tunes, and a…

Openings

Season

9th August 2025
A group of walkers

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

Openings

Season

10th January 2026
a cartoon picture of Santa sitting in a beach chair on a beach with a drink in a coconut in his hand.  He's wearing his santa hat with shorts and t-sh

Visitors are invited to see Santa during his special summertime visit to Hoo Zoo

Openings

10am - 5pm

19th July 2025

10am - 5pm

30th August 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…

Openings

Season

12th July 2025-13th July 2025
Paints and brushes

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

Openings

Season

8th August 2025
Steampunk festival attendees at Blists Hill Victorian Town wearing steampunk costumes

Step into 'The Town that Never Was', for a weekend in the retro-futuristic world of Steampunk.

Openings

Season

5th July 2025-6th July 2025
Adam Purnell pictured cooking over fire

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

Openings

10am - 4pm

17th July 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

18th September 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
Willow Weaving

Learn different willow weaving techniques to create bird feeders

Openings

Season

19th February 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…

Openings

Season

6th September 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

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…

TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

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…

Ramada Hotel Telford

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

The Hundred House Hotel

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

Ironbridge Holidays

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

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…

Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

Hadley Park House

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

Temple of Diana

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

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

Coalport Station Holidays

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

The Malthouse Rooms

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

The outside of The Summer House

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

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…

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

Holiday Inn Telford

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

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Inspiration

  1. Your summer getaway awaits at Weston Park

    Escape to Weston this summer for a short break to remember 

    17 Jun 2025
  2. Hilton to open new hotel at Telford’s Station Quarter

    Hampton by Hilton is bringing a new hotel to the heart of Station Quarter in Telford Town Centre.

    16 Jun 2025
  3. Join ‘The Crate Escape’ and support the RAF Museum on its fundraising mission

    The Royal Air Force Museum is on a mission to relocate over 50,000 historic objects to a new Collections Hub in the Midlands.

    12 Jun 2025
  4. Accessibility in Telford

    A guide for Visit Telford members to ensure our destination is inclusive, welcoming, and accessible to everyone.

    3 Jun 2025
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