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A season of wonder awaits

Inspiration

  1. Santa vs Elves Ice Hockey Match – festive fun at Telford Ice Rink!
    1. 13 Dec 2025
  2. 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.
    1. 5 Dec 202523 Dec 2025
  3. Celebrate the season in Southwater as the Made in Telford Christmas Makers Market and Christmas Yurt brings festive cheer to the heart of Telford.
    1. 29 Nov 20257 Dec 2025
  4. Step into the wonder of the North Pole as Chelsea and Maxell Gardens are transformed with sparkling lights and enchanting festive projections.
    1. 12 Dec 202514 Dec 2025
    2. 19 Dec 202521 Dec 2025
  5. Step into a Victorian Christmas at Blists Hill with festive fun, food and cosy traditions.
    1. 3 Dec 202523 Dec 2025
  6. Join Cinderella and her friends in this magical fairy-tale for all the family.
    1. 16 Dec 20252 Jan 2026

Things To Do Highlights

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

Lucy Young Ceramics

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

Spa Treatments

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

Alpaca Meet & Greet

The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

Mini Raft Hire

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

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…

Coalport China Museum

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

Wellington Orbit

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

Small Woods

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

Telford T50 Walking Trail

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

Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

Meet the Mini Moos

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

Telford Coronation Walks

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

Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

Hencote Vineyard & Estate

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

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

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

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…

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

What's On Highlights

Weston Park Air Show International

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

Openings

8am -

19th June 2026-21st June 2026
Festive Afternoon Tea at Weston

Festive Afternoon Tea with fizz at Weston Park’s grand Dining Room.

Openings

Season

7th December 2025

Season

14th December 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
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
Camper Jam 2026

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

Openings

Season

3rd July 2026-5th July 2026
Festive Gardens

Step into the wonder of the North Pole as Chelsea and Maxell Gardens are transformed with sparkling…

Openings

4-8pm

12th December 2025-14th December 2025

4-8pm

19th December 2025-21st December 2025
Two individuals kneeling in front of a Christmas tree.

Wander through Attingham’s mansion, transformed with festive charm.

Openings

Season

29th November 2025-1st January 2026
Santa vs Elves Ice Hockey Match 2025

Santa vs Elves Ice Hockey Match – festive fun at Telford Ice Rink!

Openings

Doors open at 6:30pm | Face-off at 7pm

13th December 2025
The Grinch inspired afternoon tea

Celebrate Christmas in Whoville with themed afternoon tea at Hadley Park Hotel

Openings

12pm

22nd December 2025
A Victorian Christmas

Step into a Victorian Christmas at Blists Hill with festive fun, food and cosy traditions.

Openings

10am -4pm

3rd December 2025-23rd December 2025
Christmas Dine & Stay at Weston

Festive overnight escape with fine dining and seasonal charm at Weston Park

Openings

Season

12th December 2025-13th December 2025

Season

19th December 2025-20th 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

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

Openings

Season

5th December 2025-23rd December 2025
Santa in his red suit, glasses and beard meeting children

Festive afternoon tea with Santa at Hadley Park Hotel

Openings

Season

7th December 2025
Cinderella

Join Cinderella and her friends in this magical fairy-tale for all the family.

Openings

Various performance times available

16th December 2025-2nd January 2026
A wooden Merry Christmas sign is shown on a craft stall

Weston’s Christmas Fayre: gifts, food, music, and festive fun for all the family.

Openings

10am - 4pm

6th December 2025-7th December 2025
Where's my Reindeer?

Help find Santa’s reindeer on a festive trail with Scrap and Fig at Attingham Park

Openings

Season

29th November 2025-1st January 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

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

Openings

Season

5th December 2025-23rd December 2025
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
Krazy Races

A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

Openings

10am - 4pm

12th July 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
Made in Telford Christmas Makers Market

Celebrate the season in Southwater as the Made in Telford Christmas Makers Market and Christmas…

Openings

Season

29th November 2025-7th December 2025
Festive Gardens - SEN friendly night

Step into the wonder of the North Pole as Chelsea and Maxell Gardens are transformed with sparkling…

Openings

4-8pm

18th December 2025
Measuring ingredients

Create your own luxury body wash with bespoke scents at Ironbridge Candle Company.

Openings

Season

26th July 2025-18th December 2025
AGBO Rally

AGBO Rally returns to Weston Park with thrilling stage action and vintage rally cars.

Openings

8am -

22nd March 2026

Where to Stay Highlights

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 Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

The Hundred House Hotel

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

Guesthouse  bedroom image

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

Front of Venue

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

Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

The Malthouse Rooms

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

Lilleshall House

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

The Swan Taphouse

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

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

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,…

Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

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,…

Ramada Hotel Telford

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

Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

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. Celebrate Christmas & New Year at Hickory’s Smokehouse

    Round up your friends and family and make this festive season one to remember at Hickory’s Smokehouse.

    17 Nov 2025
  2. Christmas set to sparkle at Weston Park

    The festive season is set to sparkle at a glorious stately home with a fabulous Christmas Food and Gift Fayre running over two weekends.

    11 Nov 2025
  3. Christmas at the Zoo

    Exotic Zoo is opening a new Santa’s Grotto and Christmas Village for the festive season

    7 Nov 2025
  4. Wellington High Street Christmas Lights

    As the holiday season approaches, Telford's high streets will begin to be illuminated with festive splendour. 

     

    4 Nov 2025
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