To provide you with the best experience, cookies are used on this site.  Learn more

Allow cookies

Welcome to Telford

Plan your trip...
  • Things to Do
  • What's On
  • Accommodation
  • Food & Drink
  • Shopping
Accommodation Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
Things to Do Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
What's On Search
Dates
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
Food & Drink Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
Shopping Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:

Inspiration

  1. Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells
    A week-long celebration of walking, wellbeing and the great outdoors.
    1. A festival-style evening with live music, food and after-dark animal encounters.
      1. 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
      2. World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.
        1. 19 Jun 202621 Jun 2026
      3. A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park
        1. 12 Jul 2026
      4. 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

      Coalbrookedale Museum of Iron

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

      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…

      Telford Bike Hub

      Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

      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…

      Weston Park House & Gardens

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

      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…

      Alpaca Meet & Greet

      The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

      Lucy Young Ceramics, Maws Craft Centre, Ironbridge

      Discover the joy of pottery at Lucy Young Ceramics, based at the historic Maws Craft Centre in…

      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…

      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…

      Meet the Mini Moos

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

      Telford Town Park

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

      XscapeNow

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

      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…

      Mini Raft Hire

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

      Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

      English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

      Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

      Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

      Lady at a bowling alley

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

      Off exploring Ropewalk

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

      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…

      What's On Highlights

      Weston Park Air Show International

      World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.

      Openings

      8am -

      19th June 2026-21st June 2026
      Berry Basket Workshop

      A beginner’s basketmaking course creating a small round willow basket.

      Openings

      Season

      1st November 2026
      Reindeer sculpture workshop

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

      Openings

      Season

      6th December 2026
      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
      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
      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
      International Lynx Day

      A special opportunity to get closer to these elusive cats.

      Openings

      Season

      13th June 2026
      Exotic Zoo Fossil Festival

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

      Openings

      11am - 4pm

      6th June 2026
      Several people learning pottery on wheels in a studio, with clay-covered hands shaping bowls as the wheels spin. The foreground shows a close-up of ha

      Beginner pottery wheel throwing course at Maws Craft Centre.

      Openings

      Season

      22nd May 2026-19th June 2026
      Doggy brunch at Hickory's Smokehouse

      A pawsome Doggy Brunch with a scenic walk.

      Openings

      10am

      6th June 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
      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
      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
      Cinnamon the capybara's birthday party

      Celebrate Cinnamon the capybara’s birthday with themed activities and zoo fun.

      Openings

      Season

      12th September 2026
      Willow garden decorations workshop

      A beginner-friendly willow weaving workshop to make a dragonfly and bird feeder.

      Openings

      Season

      14th June 2026
      Who can see beyond the hate and dare to follow their heart?

      Part of the Telford Theatre on Tour summer programme.

      Openings

      Season

      21st June 2026
      Spirit, Spice + Chocolate Festival

      Something deliciously different is coming to Weston Park later this year

      Openings

      10am - 8pm

      5th September 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
      Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena

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

      Openings

      Season

      28th August 2026-30th August 2026
      International Primate Day

      Celebrate International Primate Weekend with activities and the new Primate Experience at Hoo Zoo.

      Openings

      Season

      5th September 2026-6th September 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
      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
      Willow Bread Basket Workshop

      A beginner-friendly basketmaking course using traditional willow weaving techniques.

      Openings

      Season

      12th July 2026
      Lunch with Weston's Head Gardener

      Enjoy a seasonal garden tour with Head Gardener Anna Krapivina, followed by lunch.

      Openings

      Season

      24th June 2026

      Season

      16th September 2026

      Season

      11th November 2026

      Where to Stay Highlights

      Puddle Duck Cottages

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

      The Hundred House Hotel

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

      The International Hotel

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

      Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

      Front of Venue

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

      Badgers Wood

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

      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…

      The Swan Taphouse

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

      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…

      TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

      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.

      The White Hart

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

      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…

      The outside of The Summer House

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

      YHA Coalbrookdale

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

      Ironbridge Tiny Hideaway

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

      Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

      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
      Follow Telford @VisitTelford