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Inspiration

  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. 25 Apr 2026
  3. Fire. Food. Music and Fun.
    1. 2 May 20263 May 2026
  4. World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.
    1. 19 Jun 202621 Jun 2026
  5. A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park
    1. 12 Jul 2026
  6. 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

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…

Young girl enjoying using the high ropes course.

Take on the challenge of 36 different obstacles set over 2 levels, test your nerves on the lower…

Wellington Orbit

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

Golf Course

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

Frankly Farm Tours

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

Wellington Orbit

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

Alpaca Meet & Greet

The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

Lady at a bowling alley

Tenpin Telford is the home of indoor entertainment for a laughter-filled time with family and…

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

Off exploring Ropewalk

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

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

Footpath through woodland

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

Lucy Young Ceramics

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

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

Telford Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

Mini Raft Hire

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

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…

Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

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…

Spa Treatments

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

What's On Highlights

Spirit, Spice + Chocolate Festival

Something deliciously different is coming to Weston Park later this year

Openings

10am - 8pm

5th September 2026
Ironbridge Heritage Celebration Walk

Follow the Iron Trail on a guided walk celebrating 40 years of the World Heritage Site.

Openings

Season

29th May 2026
Krazy Races

A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

Openings

10am - 4pm

12th July 2026
Spring into St George's Day

Free family fun with jousting, crafts and displays at Telford’s Spring Into St George’s Day.

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Season

25th April 2026
Willow Bread Basket Workshop

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

Openings

Season

12th July 2026
Willow Bird Feeder Workshop

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

Openings

Season

24th May 2026
Ironbridge WWII Weekend

WWII re-enactment event in The Ironbridge Gorge

Openings

10am - 5pm

23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
Easter at Exotic Zoo

Easter fun with animals, talks and activities at Exotic Zoo.

Openings

11am -4pm

28th March 2026-12th April 2026
Butterfly Awareness Weekend

Experience the brand new butterfly walkthrough at Hoo Zoo.

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Season

23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
Egg-citing fun at the RAF Museum

Egg-citing Easter fun for families at the RAF Museum Midlands.

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30th March 2026-10th April 2026
Eyton

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

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Season

8th September 2026-14th September 2026
Berry Basket Workshop

A beginner’s basketmaking course creating a small round willow basket.

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Season

1st November 2026
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
Comic Con Midlands

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

Openings

Season

5th September 2026-6th September 2026
Parklands Festival

Three days of electronic music at Telford Town Park QEII Arena

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Season

19th June 2026-21st June 2026
International Watercolour Masters

World-class watercolour workshops and exhibitions at Lilleshall Hall

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Season

13th May 2026-22nd May 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
Cinnamon the capybara's birthday party

Celebrate Cinnamon the capybara’s birthday with themed activities and zoo fun.

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Season

12th September 2026
Willow garden decorations workshop

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

Openings

Season

14th June 2026
Meerkat Mayhem at Exotic Zoo

Meerkat Mayhem with special talks and feeding sessions.

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11am - 4pm

23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
Willow flower decoration workshop

A relaxed willow weaving workshop to create a flower decoration for the garden.

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Season

19th April 2026
Polynesian Party

A vibrant Polynesian Party at Hoo Zoo with themed activities and family‑friendly fun.

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Season

18th July 2026-19th July 2026
A Night of Irish Music with World-Record Guitarist Dave Browne

Enjoy a night of live music at Hoo Zoo

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026-4th May 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

Where to Stay Highlights

The International Hotel

Our hotel has 101 bedrooms, a mixture of double and twin occupancy. Continental breakfast is…

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

The outside of The Summer House

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

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…

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

The Malthouse Rooms

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

Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

Bedroom at Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

Coalport Station Holidays

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

Master Suite

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

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

The Swan Taphouse

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

Badgers Wood

Stay at Badgers Wood – Your Woodland Retreat Beside Hoo Zoo Nestled within a peaceful private…

Ironbridge Tiny Hideaway

Romantic hillside hideaway with views of Ironbridge and easy access to the Wharfage.

Temple of Diana

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

Lilleshall House

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

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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