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Inspiration

  1. Halloween fun at Apley with pumpkin picking, games, carving and the Pumpkin Express.
    1. 10 Oct 202631 Oct 2026
  2. Light up the night at Telford Town Park Dark Run and support local children.
    1. 24 Oct 2026
  3. Halloween fun after dark with spooky activities at Exotic Zoo.
    1. 30 Oct 202631 Oct 2026
  4. Child dressed up for Halloween
    Halloween fun at Wonderland with spooky treats, live actors and themed activities.
    1. 24 Oct 202631 Oct 2026
  5. Pick pumpkins, sip spiced gin and enjoy autumn fun at Wrekin Spirit’s family-friendly patch
    1. 9 Oct 202631 Oct 2026
  6. Enjoy a seasonal garden tour with Head Gardener Anna Krapivina, followed by lunch.
    1. 11 Nov 2026

Things To Do Highlights

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

Buildwas Abbey

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

XscapeNow

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

ODEON Luxe Telford

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

Small Woods

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

Families leaving Jackfield Tile Museum, a historical red brick building.

See some of the most beautiful tiles in the world and discover how tiles made by British designers…

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…

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

Telford Town Park

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

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…

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

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…

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

Lady at a bowling alley

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

Wellington Orbit

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

Blists Hill Victorian Town

Step into the sights, sounds and stories of Ironbridge Gorge’s industrial past with a visit to the…

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

Get closer to the metal that makes our world at the National Trust’s Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron. 

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…

Wellington Orbit

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

Telford Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

Off exploring Ropewalk

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

Weston Park House & Gardens

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

What's On Highlights

Telford Town Park Dark Run

Light up the night at Telford Town Park Dark Run and support local children.

Openings

Season

24th October 2026
Pumpkin patch photo opportunity

Pick pumpkins, meet lambs and sample Pumpkin Spiced Gin at Little Wytheford Farm.

Openings

Season

9th October 2026-31st October 2026
Two men and a woman wearing dark clothes sit at a pub table. Each man has a pint of lager. In front of the woman is a cremation urn labelled 'Dad'.

Dark comedy, ghost stories and folk music collide in this haunting rural tale.

Openings

Season

28th October 2026
Child in a pink jacket standing beside a carved pumpkin in a woodland setting

Family Halloween fun, bonfire traditions and fireworks at Wrekin Forest School.

Openings

Season

25th October 2026
Halloween at Exotic Zoo

Spooktacular Halloween half-term fun for all the family at Exotic Zoo.

Openings

6-8:30pm

24th October 2026-1st November 2026
Telford Krazy Races

A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

Openings

10am - 4pm

11th July 2027
Telford Festive Gardens

Step into a festive wonderland with dazzling lights and magical Christmas scenes.

Openings

The Gardens will open following Carol-oke in Southwater Square at 7pm

10th December 2026

4-8pm

11th December 2026-13th December 2026

SEND night: 4-8pm

17th December 2026

4-8pm

18th December 2026-20th December 2026

4-8pm

20th December 2026

SEND night: 4-8pm

21st December 2026
Jack and the Beanstalk

A giant 3D adventure! Jack and the Beanstalk panto comes to Telford this Christmas.

Openings

Various performance times available

17th December 2026-2nd January 2027
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
A schoolgirl with a long plait faces away from the camera towards a row of houses which have graffiti on them. The girl is wearing a backpack with a b

Darkly comic drama about a teenager navigating life inside a doomsday cult.

Openings

Season

30th October 2026
Spirit, Spice + Chocolate Festival

Something deliciously different is coming to Weston Park later this year

Openings

10am - 8pm

29th May 2027
A crowd looking up at the fireworks display

Bonfire Night at Weston Park with fireworks, funfair rides and street food

Openings

Season

8th November 2026
Embers Fire Festival

A festival of fire cooking, live music and family entertainment in the Ironbridge Gorge.

Openings

11am - 9pm

1st May 2027-2nd May 2027
Telford Ice Rink staff dressed up for Halloween

Spooky skating, themed music and Halloween surprises at Telford Ice Rink.

Openings

Season

30th October 2026
Exotic Boo at the Zoo: Nighttime spooktacular

Halloween fun after dark with spooky activities at Exotic Zoo.

Openings

6-8:30pm

30th October 2026-31st October 2026
A man and a woman wearing green medic uniforms hold a mirror in which is the reflection of a man wearing a silky blue robe and applying make-up.

A heart warming and hilarious village fête drama featuring an unexpected drag queen.

Openings

Season

14th November 2026
A woman smiling with a hand made Christmas wreath

Join Nettie and create a festive wreath for your home.

Openings

2:30pm

20th November 2026-21st November 2026

2:30pm

27th November 2026-28th November 2026

2:30pm

4th December 2026

2:30pm

11th December 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

5th December 2026-24th December 2026
Apley Farm Shop Christmas Market

Get into the Christmas spirit at Apley’s festive Christmas Market.

Openings

Season

21st November 2026-22nd November 2026
Patrick Monahan - The Good, The Pat and The Ugly

Sharp, observational comedy on life’s mishaps.

Openings

Season

12th November 2026
Jackfield Band Christmas Concert

Celebrate the season with Jackfield Band's festive Christmas concert

Openings

Season

13th December 2026
Apley Farm Shop's Haunted Harvest

Halloween fun at Apley with pumpkin picking, games, carving and the Pumpkin Express.

Openings

Season

10th October 2026-31st October 2026
Alternative Craft and Small Business Market

Handmade artisan goods, tarot readings, family activities and more...

Openings

Season

31st October 2026
Reindeer sculpture workshop

Create a festive willow reindeer in this beginner-friendly weaving workshop.

Openings

Season

6th December 2026

Where to Stay Highlights

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

Hadley Park House

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

Ironbridge Holidays

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

The Hundred House Hotel

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

Coalport Station Holidays

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

Ramada Hotel Telford

Central Telford hotel with gardens, pool, gym, dining and flexible conference facilities.

Temple of Diana

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

Bedroom at Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

Badgers Wood

Stay at Badgers Wood – Your Woodland Retreat Beside Hoo Zoo Nestled within a peaceful private…

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…

Front of Venue

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

The International Hotel

Central Telford hotel near the International Centre with parking, breakfast and leisure access.

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

Master Suite

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

TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

Chauffeurs Loft

Relaxing retreat with valley views in historic Coalbrookdale.

voco Telford Ironbridge

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

Lilleshall House

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

News and blog

Inspiration

  1. Embers Fire Festival returns to Ironbridge Gorge for May Bank Holiday 2027

    Embers Fire Festival will return to the Ironbridge Gorge over May Bank Holiday in 2027. 

    23 Sep 2026
  2. A year of events returns to Telford and Wrekin in 2027

    With another successful summer of events drawing thousands of visitors to the Borough, many of Telford and Wrekin's most popular events are confirmed to return in 2027.

    21 Sep 2026
  3. Telford Krazy Races returns by popular demand in 2027

    One of Telford's most popular family events is set to return to Telford Town Park next year. 

    1 Oct 2026
  4. A giant Christmas adventure is coming to Telford — Don't miss this year's panto!

    Fee-fi-fo-fum, the panto season is nearly here and this year it's bigger than ever.

    4 Sep 2026
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