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A season of wonder awaits

Inspiration

  1. Step into a Victorian Christmas at Blists Hill with festive fun, food and cosy traditions.
    1. 3 Dec 202523 Dec 2025
  2. Step into the wonder of the North Pole as Chelsea and Maxell Gardens are transformed with sparkling lights and enchanting festive projections.
    1. 19 Dec 202521 Dec 2025
  3. Santa vs Elves Ice Hockey Match – festive fun at Telford Ice Rink!
    1. 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
    2. Join Cinderella and her friends in this magical fairy-tale for all the family.
      1. 16 Dec 20252 Jan 2026
    3. Two individuals kneeling in front of a Christmas tree.
      Wander through Attingham’s mansion, transformed with festive charm.
      1. 29 Nov 20251 Jan 2026

    Things To Do Highlights

    Meet the Mini Moos

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

    Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

    Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

    Small Woods

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

    Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

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

    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…

    Airea51 main arena

    AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

    Severn Valley Railway

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

    Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

    A wild day out for all ages

    Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

    Alpaca Meet & Greet

    The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

    Off exploring Ropewalk

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

    Mini Raft Hire

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

    Buildwas Abbey

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

    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…

    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…

    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…

    The Old Coracle Shed

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

    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 T50 Walking Trail

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

    Telford Bike Hub

    Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

    Telford Coronation Walks

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

    What's On Highlights

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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

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

    Openings

    Season

    5th December 2025-23rd December 2025
    Spring Flowers Hand Tied Bouquet Workshop

    Create a stunning hand-tied bouquet at Ironbridge Flower School

    Openings

    3-5pm

    14th March 2026
    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
    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
    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
    Weston Park Air Show International

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

    Openings

    8am -

    19th June 2026-21st June 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
    A group of walkers

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

    Openings

    Season

    10th January 2026
    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
    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

    12th March 2026-13th March 2026

    10am - 4pm

    14th May 2026
    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
    Christmas at Exotic Zoo

    Meet Santa, explore the zoo, and enjoy festive fun at Exotic Zoo this Christmas

    Openings

    Daily 11am - 4pm, special Christmas events see details

    6th December 2025-24th December 2025
    Comic Con Midlands

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

    Openings

    Season

    5th September 2026-6th September 2026
    Measuring ingredients

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

    Openings

    Season

    26th July 2025-18th December 2025
    Adam Purnell cooking on open flame

    Take your fire-cooking skills to the next level with advanced tips and recipes

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    1st April 2026-2nd April 2026
    Santa & Mrs Claus: Festive Fun at Hoo Zoo

    Meet Santa & Mrs Claus at Hoo Zoo with festive crafts, gifts and dinosaur fun.

    Openings

    Season

    6th December 2025-23rd December 2025
    The Grinch inspired afternoon tea

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

    Openings

    12pm

    22nd 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
    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
    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
    Embers Fire Festival

    Fire, food and music collide at Embers Fire Festival

    Openings

    11am - 9pm

    2nd May 2026-3rd May 2026
    AGBO Rally

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

    Openings

    8am -

    22nd March 2026
    International Watercolour Masters

    World-class watercolour workshops and exhibitions at Lilleshall Hall

    Openings

    Season

    13th May 2026-22nd May 2026

    Where to Stay Highlights

    The International Hotel

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

    1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

    Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

    Temple of Diana

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

    The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

    Puddle Duck Cottages

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

    Lilleshall House

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

    Ramada Hotel Telford

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

    Hadley Park House

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

    The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

    Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

    The Malthouse Rooms

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

    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,…

    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…

    YHA Coalbrookdale

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

    Front of Venue

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

    Ironbridge Holidays

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

    The outside of The Summer House

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

    Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

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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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