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A season of wonder awaits

Inspiration

  1. Apley’s Christmas Market returns with festive gifts, tastings and seasonal cheer.
    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. Celebrate the season in Southwater as the Made in Telford Christmas Makers Market and Christmas Yurt brings festive cheer to the heart of Telford.
      1. 29 Nov 20257 Dec 2025
    3. Step into the wonder of the North Pole as Chelsea and Maxell Gardens are transformed with sparkling lights and enchanting festive projections.
      1. 12 Dec 202514 Dec 2025
      2. 19 Dec 202521 Dec 2025
    4. Step into a Victorian Christmas at Blists Hill with festive fun, food and cosy traditions.
      1. 3 Dec 202523 Dec 2025
    5. Join Cinderella and her friends in this magical fairy-tale for all the family.
      1. 16 Dec 20252 Jan 2026

    Things To Do Highlights

    Lucy Young Ceramics

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

    Telford T50 Walking Trail

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

    Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

    The Old Coracle Shed

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

    Spa Treatments

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

    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…

    Golf Course

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

    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…

    Airea51 main arena

    AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

    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…

    Off exploring Ropewalk

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

    Telford Town Park

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

    Wellington Orbit

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

    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…

    Telford Coronation Walks

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

    Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

    Small Woods

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

    Buildwas Abbey

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

    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

    Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

    Telford Bike Hub

    Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

    Mini Raft Hire

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

    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
    Santa vs Elves Ice Hockey Match 2025

    Santa vs Elves Ice Hockey Match – festive fun at Telford Ice Rink!

    Openings

    Doors open at 3:45pm | Face-off at 4:15pm

    13th December 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
    Cinderella

    Join Cinderella and her friends in this magical fairy-tale for all the family.

    Openings

    Various performance times available

    16th December 2025-2nd January 2026
    Christmas Wreath Workshop

    Create a festive wreath with Big Little Things this Christmas.

    Openings

    10am - 12pm

    29th November 2025
    A wooden Merry Christmas sign is shown on a craft stall

    Weston’s Christmas Fayre: gifts, food, music, and festive fun for all the family.

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    29th November 2025-30th November 2025

    10am - 4pm

    6th December 2025-7th December 2025
    The Grinch inspired afternoon tea

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

    Openings

    12pm

    22nd December 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
    Willow Weaving

    Learn different willow weaving techniques to create bird feeders

    Openings

    Season

    19th February 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
    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
    Santa in his red suit, glasses and beard meeting children

    Festive afternoon tea with Santa at Hadley Park Hotel

    Openings

    Season

    7th 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
    The Polar Express™ Train Ride

    All aboard The Polar Express™ for a magical Christmas journey to the North Pole

    Openings

    Season

    21st November 2025-23rd December 2025
    AGBO Rally

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

    Openings

    8am -

    22nd March 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
    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
    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
    Festive Afternoon Tea at Weston

    Festive Afternoon Tea with fizz at Weston Park’s grand Dining Room.

    Openings

    Season

    29th November 2025-30th November 2025

    Season

    7th December 2025

    Season

    14th December 2025
    Camper Jam 2026

    A fun filled show with a chilled out, take it easy vibe.

    Openings

    Season

    3rd July 2026-5th July 2026
    Made in Telford Christmas Makers Market

    Celebrate the season in Southwater as the Made in Telford Christmas Makers Market and Christmas…

    Openings

    Season

    29th November 2025-7th December 2025
    Paint and Sip with Paint Republic - Christmas in NYC

    Sip, paint and unwind in Newport with The Paint Republic’s relaxed and creative evening art class.

    Openings

    7pm - 9pm

    12th December 2025
    Krazy Races

    A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    12th July 2026
    Telford Bike Hub Lantern Parade Glow Ride

    Join the Bike Hub Team for a festive bike ride around the Town Park.

    Openings

    6-7pm

    29th November 2025

    Where to Stay Highlights

    Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

    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…

    The Malthouse Rooms

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

    The Swan Taphouse

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

    The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

    Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

    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…

    The White Hart

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

    Hadley Park House

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

    Temple of Diana

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

    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…

    Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

    Ramada Hotel Telford

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

    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…

    The Hundred House Hotel

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

    Puddle Duck Cottages

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

    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 International Hotel

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

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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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