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  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. A festival-style evening with live music, food and after-dark animal encounters.
    1. 23 May 2026
  3. Enjoy a seasonal garden tour with Head Gardener Anna Krapivina, followed by lunch.
    1. 24 Jun 2026
    2. 16 Sep 2026
    3. 11 Nov 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

Frankly Farm Tours

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

ODEON Luxe Telford

ODEON Telford offers film magic, luxury seating and cinema favourites.

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

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…

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…

Telford Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

Lady at a bowling alley

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

Mini Raft Hire

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

Spa Treatments

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

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…

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 Town Park

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

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

Meet the Mini Moos

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

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…

XscapeNow

Telford’s award winning escape room. Six different themed escape rooms

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

Weston Park House & Gardens

Welcome to 1,000 acres of wonderful Set amongst 1,000 acres of Capability Brown landscaped parkland…

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

Alpaca Meet & Greet

The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

What's On Highlights

Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells

A week-long celebration of walking, wellbeing and the great outdoors. 

Openings

Season

25th May 2026-31st May 2026
Spirit, Spice + Chocolate Festival

Something deliciously different is coming to Weston Park later this year

Openings

10am - 8pm

5th September 2026
Hickory's Smokehouse Quiz Night

Monthly quiz night at Hickory’s Telford with great food, friendly rivalry and a £50 prize.

Openings

First Monday of every month

4th May 2027
Comic Con Midlands

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

Openings

Season

5th September 2026-6th September 2026
Flight by Night - Evening Bat and Moth Walk

Join a family‑friendly night walk to discover bats, owls and moths after dark.

Openings

Season

29th May 2026
An illustration of a woolly mammoth with Nigel's headshot inserted

Experience Prehistoric Park with Nigel Marven LIVE at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World, where the…

Openings

10am - 5pm

29th August 2026-30th August 2026
Digbeth Dining Club

A day of incredible street food, great music, and unbeatable vibes.

Openings

12 - 6pm

11th July 2026-12th July 2026
Apley Farm Shop Nature Trail

Help find the missing magic seeds on a fun, family-friendly nature trail at Apley

Openings

Season

23rd April 2026-31st December 2026
Exotic Zoo Fossil Festival

Discover fossils, talks and hands‑on activities at Telford Fossil Festival.

Openings

11am - 4pm

6th June 2026
Spring Exhibition

Spring Exhibition 2026 showcasing contemporary painting, printmaking and mixed media.

Openings

Season

3rd March 2026-31st May 2026
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

4th July 2026-5th July 2026
Parklands Festival

Three days of electronic music at Telford Town Park QEII Arena

Openings

Season

19th June 2026-21st June 2026
International Lynx Day

A special opportunity to get closer to these elusive cats.

Openings

Season

13th June 2026
Krazy Races

A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

Openings

10am - 4pm

12th July 2026
Armed Forces Day Telford

Armed Forces Family Fun Day returns to Telford for the national Armed Forces Day celebration.

Openings

11am - 4pm

28th June 2026
Family Friendly Welly Walk

Join a family‑friendly welly walk exploring watery wildlife at Loamhole Dingle.

Openings

Season

26th May 2026
World Meerkat Weekend

Discover fascinating facts about meerkat life in the wild, and take part in themed activities.

Openings

Season

11th July 2026-12th July 2026
Marvellous Mammals: Family Friendly Walk

Explore woodland wildlife with a guided family walk at Jiggers Bank and Loamhole Dingle.

Openings

Season

27th May 2026
World Snake Weekend

A chance to face your fears, learn something new, and see snakes in a whole new light.

Openings

Season

18th July 2026-19th July 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
Polynesian Party

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

Openings

Season

18th July 2026-19th July 2026
Foraging basket workshop

Learn willow weaving and make a rustic frame basket for everyday use.

Openings

Season

20th September 2026
Wolf Awareness Weekend

Discover wolves at Hoo Zoo with activities and insights into their behaviour and pack life.

Openings

Season

15th August 2026-16th August 2026
Doggy brunch at Hickory's Smokehouse

A pawsome Doggy Brunch with a scenic walk.

Openings

10am

6th June 2026

Where to Stay Highlights

The Swan Taphouse

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

Master Suite

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

Chauffeurs Loft

Relaxing retreat with valley views in historic Coalbrookdale.

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

The outside of The Summer House

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

Hadley Park House

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

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

Front of Venue

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

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

Ironbridge Holidays

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

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

Ironbridge Tiny Hideaway

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

The Hundred House Hotel

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

Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

voco Telford Ironbridge

Contemporary Telford hotel with leisure facilities, dining and easy access to local landmarks.

Coalport Station Holidays

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

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

News and blog

Inspiration

  1. New voco hotel opens in Telford

    The Southwater Event Group, (SEG) today announces that the Holiday Inn Telford-Ironbridge has officially rebranded to voco Telford Ironbridge.

    14 May 2026
  2. National Trust to reopen Ironbridge Gorge sites in phases from spring 2026

    The National Trust has confirmed further details on the phased reopening of Ironbridge Gorge sites, with several key attractions set to welcome visitors from May.

    29 Apr 2026
  3. XscapeNow launches new 'Sultan's Secret' attraction

    A six-figure immersive experience, a 90-minute adventure with live actors, and a UK-first finale set to put Telford firmly on the map.

    20 Apr 2026
  4. RAF Museum Midlands joint top of Which's best UK museums list

    The RAF Museum Midlands is proud to announce it has been awarded Which? Recommended Provider status in the prestigious ‘Best Museums and Galleries in the UK’ category.

    14 Apr 2026
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