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Inspiration

  1. Clown holding balloons, surrounded by fog.
    Halloween horror at Blists Hill – Victorian frights and eerie delights await.
    1. 1 Nov 2025
  2. Pick pumpkins, sip spiced gin and enjoy autumn fun at Wrekin Spirit’s family-friendly patch
    1. 10 Oct 202531 Oct 2025
  3. Halloween fun at Exotic Zoo with haunted woods, creepy critters and spooky crafts.
    1. 4 Oct 202531 Oct 2025
  4. A crowd looking up at the fireworks display
    Bonfire Night at Weston Park with fireworks, funfair rides and street food
    1. 2 Nov 2025
  5. Join Cinderella and her friends in this magical fairy-tale for all the family.
    1. 16 Dec 20252 Jan 2026
  6. Discover artisan crafts and gifts at the Made in Telford Christmas Makers Market in Southwater.
    1. 29 Nov 20257 Dec 2025

Things To Do Highlights

Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

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…

Telford Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

Small Woods

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

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

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.

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

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

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

Hencote Vineyard & Estate

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

Exotic Zoo Wildlife Park

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

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…

The Liquor Lab

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

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

Buildwas Abbey

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

Golf Course

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

Enginuity

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

Telford Town Park

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

The Old Coracle Shed

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

Alpaca Meet & Greet

The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

Coalport China Museum

Marvel at spectacular creations, exquisite ceramics and extraordinary craftsmanship at Coalport…

What's On Highlights

Apley Fireworks Display

Apley’s Firework Display returns with fireworks, funfair rides and delicious food

Openings

Season

1st November 2025
Paint and Sip with Paint Republic - Christmas in NYC

Sip, paint and unwind in Newport with The Paint Republic’s relaxed and creative evening art class.

Openings

7pm - 9pm

12th December 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
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
Pumpkins in Apley Farm Fields

Spooky fun at Apley with pumpkin picking, carving, games and the Pumpkin Express

Openings

Season

11th October 2025-31st October 2025
a sad face carved into a Halloween pumpkin

Spooky fun at Weston Park with creepy critters, crafts, scavenger hunts and family tours.

Openings

Season

27th October 2025-31st October 2025
Made in Telford Christmas Makers Market

Discover artisan crafts and gifts at the Made in Telford Christmas Makers Market in Southwater.

Openings

Season

29th November 2025-7th December 2025
Wrekin Spirit Pumpkin Patch

Pick pumpkins, sip spiced gin and enjoy autumn fun at Wrekin Spirit’s family-friendly patch

Openings

Season

10th October 2025-31st October 2025
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World-class snooker returns to Telford in 2026 as the Players Championship showcases the top 16…

Openings

Season

17th February 2026-22nd February 2026
Father Christmas, wearing a red suit with white fur trim and a wreath of greenery on the head, sits in an armchair reading a book. The indoor scene fe

Step behind the door at Sunnycroft this December for a special behind-the-scenes experience.

Openings

Season

5th December 2025-23rd December 2025
Ghost in a street.

Shropshire’s ghost stories revealed - from haunted halls and phantom coaches to spectral soldiers…

Openings

Season

29th October 2025
Willow Weaving

Learn different willow weaving techniques to create bird feeders

Openings

Season

19th February 2026
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
Three creepy mechanical toys that are glowing in the dark

Make spooky mechanical toys at Enginuity – no booking needed, just drop in and get creative!

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-2nd November 2025
Wreath making participants with their finished wreaths

Craft a natural Christmas wreath using willow and foraged materials at this festive workshop.

Openings

Season

5th December 2025

Season

6th December 2025

Season

8th December 2025
A crowd looking up at the fireworks display

Bonfire Night at Weston Park with fireworks, funfair rides and street food

Openings

Season

2nd November 2025
Alternative Craft and Small Business Market

Handmade artisan goods, tarot readings, family activities and more...

Openings

Season

25th October 2025
Festival Launch

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

Openings

Season

8th September 2026-14th September 2026
Women in mourning clothes

Discover Victorian mourning fashion with Ironbridge Gorge Museums Trust curator and original…

Openings

Season

21st October 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
Fireworks Night at Blists Hill Victorian Town

Enjoy an unforgettable evening as the dark skies over Blists Hill Victorian Town are lit up by a…

Openings

Season

8th November 2025
Gift Set

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

Openings

Season

6th November 2025
Familes crafting with natural materials

Enjoy a festive family walk and craft session with natural decorations, cake and a hot drink.

Openings

Season

6th December 2025
Father Christmas, wearing a red suit with white fur trim and a wreath of greenery on the head, sits in an armchair reading a book. The indoor scene fe

A festive panto adventure at Sunnycroft with Father Christmas and magical Christmas surprises.

Openings

Season

5th December 2025-23rd December 2025

Where to Stay Highlights

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

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…

Temple of Diana

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

Hadley Park House

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

Holiday Inn Telford

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

Guesthouse  bedroom image

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

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 outside of The Summer House

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

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

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 White Hart

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

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

Master Suite

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

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

The Malthouse Rooms

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

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

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Inspiration

  1. Autumnal walks locals love

    As the leaves turn golden and the air takes on that crisp autumn freshness, there’s no better time to head outdoors and explore Telford’s most loved walking spots.

    20 Oct 2025
  2. New ‘roaming animatronic’ baby dinosaur at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World

    Get up close this half term to a life-like baby Ankylosaurus animatronic.

    15 Oct 2025
  3. Half term space adventure awaits

    Prepare for an out of this world October half term at the RAF Museum Midlands.

    10 Oct 2025
  4. Good food, good vibes: Willow launches a new brunch

    If you’re looking for a relaxed way to spend your weekend with your friends, Willow has you covered. 

    6 Oct 2025
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