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Inspiration

  1. Mother and child stood in Shropshire Flower Field
    This summer bring the family to Shropshire Petal Fields outside Newport, to explore acres and acres of British grown flowers. A myriad of bright pink, blue, purple, yellow and white flowers, that will delight adults and children alike. From delphiniums, to cornflowers, sunflowers to wildflowers immerse yourself in the beauty nature has to offer. That’s not all! Let the little ones explore nature in our Forest of Fun, buy your own freshly cut flower bouquet and whet your appetite with a mixture of tasty food onsite. Bring your family for a picnic and make memories that will last a lifetime.
    1. 24 Jul 20253 Aug 2025
  2. Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena
    Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday
    1. 22 Aug 202524 Aug 2025
  3. Local enthusiasts will show off their classic vehicles and share their passion, at this popular event growing year on year, a perfect day out this summer.
    1. 20 Jul 2025
  4. Ironbridge Coracle Regatta
    The Ironbridge Coracle Regatta, hosted on the picturesque River Severn, right next to the iconic Iron Bridge is making a return this September.
    1. 14 Sep 2025
  5. As part of Merrythought’s 95th anniversary celebrations, a special exhibition opens at the historic Museum of the Gorge
    1. 12 Apr 202528 Sep 2025
  6. Large bubble blower with Waters Edge Festival sign in the background
    A fabulous 10-hour extravaganza filled with live music, mouth-watering street food, non-stop entertainment, and enough dancing to make your feet tingle!
    1. 6 Sep 2025

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…

Frankly Farm Tours

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

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…

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

Exotic Zoo Wildlife Park

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

Wellington Orbit

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

Wellington Orbit

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

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

Telford T50 Walking Trail

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

Lady at a bowling alley

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

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

Severn Valley Railway

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

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

Alpaca Meet & Greet

The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

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…

Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

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…

What's On Highlights

Large bubble blower with Waters Edge Festival sign in the background

A fabulous 10-hour extravaganza filled with live music, mouth-watering street food, non-stop…

Openings

Season

6th September 2025
Willow Weaving

Learn different willow weaving techniques to create bird feeders

Openings

Season

19th February 2026
A man in Victorian costume is driving a black and red steam engine alongside a wooded canal towpath. There is smoke coming from the brass chimney on t

Miniature steam engines bring Victorian streets to life at Blists Hill’s popular steam event.

Openings

Season

26th July 2025-27th July 2025
Walking through Wellington

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

Openings

Season

8th September 2025-14th September 2025
Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena

Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday

Openings

Season

22nd August 2025-24th August 2025
Taste of Late Summer

Explore Goldstone’s gardens and enjoy a seasonal tasting lunch with expert-led insights.

Openings

Season

14th August 2025
Ironbridge Coracle Regatta

The Ironbridge Coracle Regatta, hosted on the picturesque River Severn, right next to the iconic…

Openings

11am - 4pm

14th September 2025
HMS Pinafore Outdoor Theatre Performance

Enjoy an outdoor performance of HMS Pinafore, featuring sharp dialogue, catchy tunes, and a…

Openings

Season

9th August 2025
Paints and brushes

A beginner painting evening based on the natural world learning to use unconventional painting…

Openings

Season

8th August 2025
chilies growing

Tour Goldstone’s autumn gardens and enjoy a spiced tasting lunch in celebration of the season.

Openings

Season

25th September 2025
Mother and child stood in Shropshire Flower Field

This summer bring the family to Shropshire Petal Fields outside Newport, to explore acres and acres…

Openings

10am - 5pm

24th July 2025-3rd August 2025
Teenage boy smiling and playing on a game, holding a controller, sat next to his friend.

Explore 60 years of gaming at Enginuity from retro classics to modern VR experiences.

Openings

Season

19th July 2025-1st September 2025
Recycled paper stars and baubels

Create festive decorations from recycled paper in this eco-friendly workshop with Amber Bicheno.

Openings

Season

28th November 2025
Adam Purnell pictured cooking over fire

Take a Kamado masterclass with The Shropshire Lad chef 'Adam Purnell'

Openings

10am - 4pm

17th July 2025
Girl playing with a mechanical toy that she has made to look like a Victorian doll, there is a boy in the background and an adult holding a glue gun t

Build a mechanical toy using cams, levers and springs at Enginuity’s hands-on workshop.

Openings

Season

30th July 2025-31st August 2025
Three small clay figures of people with a boy and girl in the background.

Create animal and boat clay toys at Coalport China Museum this summer.

Openings

Season

19th July 2025-7th September 2025
Classic Motor Day at Apley

Local enthusiasts will show off their classic vehicles and share their passion, at this popular…

Openings

10am - 3pm (cars arrival from 8.30am)

20th July 2025
Comic Con Midlands

Monopoly Events is bringing Comic Con to Telford for the Midlands BIGGEST pop culture celebration!

Openings

Season

27th September 2025-28th September 2025
Artwork made using natural inks

Create natural inks from bark and berries in a creative workshop with artist Sophie Woodhouse.

Openings

Season

6th September 2025
Measuring ingredients

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

Openings

Season

26th July 2025-18th December 2025
a cartoon picture of Santa sitting in a beach chair on a beach with a drink in a coconut in his hand.  He's wearing his santa hat with shorts and t-sh

Visitors are invited to see Santa during his special summertime visit to Hoo Zoo

Openings

10am - 5pm

19th July 2025

10am - 5pm

30th August 2025
Flight by Night - Evening Bat Walk

Beautiful bats, hooting owls and magnificent moths, come and see what we discover after the sun has…

Openings

Season

19th September 2025
Pots outside the front door at Goldstone

Learn to create vibrant winter and spring containers at Goldstone Hall’s seasonal garden workshop.

Openings

Season

9th October 2025
Lime, Basil and Mandarin

Drop in for seasonal scents, exclusive offers and sensory treats at Ironbridge Candle Company.

Openings

Season

14th August 2025

Where to Stay Highlights

The Hundred House Hotel

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

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

Hadley Park House

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

Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

The outside of The Summer House

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

Ramada Hotel Telford

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

The Malthouse Rooms

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

Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

The International Hotel

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

Holiday Inn Telford

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

Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

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…

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

Master Suite

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

Temple of Diana

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

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

Guesthouse  bedroom image

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

Front of Venue

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

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Inspiration

  1. Double trouble! Ring-Tailed Lemur babies born at Hoo Zoo

    Keepers at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford are celebrating the arrival of two endangered baby Ring-Tailed Lemurs.

    2 Jul 2025
  2. New bookshop opens its doors in the heart of Ironbridge

    A brand-new chapter has begun for book lovers visiting Ironbridge.

    1 Jul 2025
  3. Shropshire Petal Fields tickets go live

    Tickets for the successful flower field experience in Newport have gone on sale.

    30 Jun 2025
  4. Your summer getaway awaits at Weston Park

    Escape to Weston this summer for a short break to remember 

    17 Jun 2025
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