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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 Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

The Liquor Lab

Experience the ultimate night out at The Liquor Lab, the vibrant cocktail bar that’s redefining…

Buildwas Abbey

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

Weston Park House & Gardens

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

Footpath through woodland

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

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

Frankly Farm Tours

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

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

Wellington Orbit

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

The Old Coracle Shed

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

Severn Valley Railway

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

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…

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

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

Telford T50 Walking Trail

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

Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

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…

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…

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…

Hencote Vineyard & Estate

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

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

What's On Highlights

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
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
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

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6th December 2025

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8th December 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
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
Paints and brushes

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

Openings

Season

8th August 2025
Gelli plate printing

A introduction to Gelli Printing with a botanical theme.

Openings

Season

22nd October 2025
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

Join The Shropshire Lad 'Adam Purnell' to learn the basics of cooking on fire.

Openings

10am - 4pm

18th September 2025
Making in Action

Step behind the scenes at Ironbridge Candle Company during the World Heritage Festival open day.

Openings

Season

11th 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
Lime, Basil and Mandarin

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

Openings

Season

14th 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
Christmas Home Fragrance Diffuser

Discover festive scents and exclusive offers at Ironbridge Candle Company’s summer open morning.

Openings

Season

24th July 2025
Weave only a Trace Exhibition

Explore the rich, tactile world of willow, wood, and natural fibres through the eyes and hands of…

Openings

10am-4pm

18th November 2025-30th November 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
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.

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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
The Merrythought Exhibition

As part of Merrythought’s 95th anniversary celebrations, a special exhibition opens at the historic…

Openings

Season

12th April 2025-28th September 2025
A girl and a boy on stilts being helped by a lady in Victorian costume.

Step back in time with summer games, crafts and fun at Blists Hill Victorian Town.

Openings

Season

19th July 2025-1st September 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
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
Beginner Foraging Walk

Enjoy a lovely walk through meadows and woodlands learning to observe, identify and use what you…

Openings

Season

27th August 2025
Gift Set

Discover natural, sustainable gift wrapping ideas at Ironbridge Candle Company’s open day.

Openings

Season

6th November 2025

Where to Stay Highlights

The International Hotel

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

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…

TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

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.…

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

Lilleshall House

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

Coalport Station Holidays

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

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House is set in the quiet village of Coalbrookdale, just a mile from the…

The White Hart

Sitting on the Banks of the River Severn in the heart of the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge…

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

Master Suite

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

Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

The Malthouse Rooms

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

Ironbridge Holidays

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

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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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