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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. 25 May 202631 May 2026
  2. Free family fun with jousting, crafts and displays at Telford’s Spring Into St George’s Day.
    1. 25 Apr 2026
  3. Fire. Food. Music and Fun.
    1. 2 May 20263 May 2026
  4. World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.
    1. 19 Jun 202621 Jun 2026
  5. A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park
    1. 12 Jul 2026
  6. 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

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…

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

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…

Spa Treatments

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

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…

Wellington Orbit

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

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…

Mini Raft Hire

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

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

Small Woods

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

Telford Town Park

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

Lucy Young Ceramics

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

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

Golf Course

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

Meet the Mini Moos

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

Wellington Orbit

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

Lady at a bowling alley

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

Buildwas Abbey

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

The Old Coracle Shed

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

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

ODEON Luxe Telford

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

What's On Highlights

Butterfly Awareness Weekend

Experience the brand new butterfly walkthrough at Hoo Zoo.

Openings

Season

23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
Ironbridge WWII Weekend

WWII re-enactment event in The Ironbridge Gorge

Openings

10am - 5pm

23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
Exotic Zoo Fossil Festival

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

Openings

11am - 4pm

6th June 2026
Parklands Festival

Three days of electronic music at Telford Town Park QEII Arena

Openings

Season

19th June 2026-21st June 2026
A Night of Irish Music with World-Record Guitarist Dave Browne

Enjoy a night of live music at Hoo Zoo

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Season

2nd May 2026-4th May 2026
Willow Bread Basket Workshop

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

Openings

Season

12th July 2026
Wolf Awareness Weekend

Discover wolves at Hoo Zoo with activities and insights into their behaviour and pack life.

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Season

15th August 2026-16th August 2026
Ironbridge Walking Festival

Discover the beauty of The Ironbridge Gorge UNESCO World Heritage Site on foot.

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026-10th May 2026
World Parrot Weekend

A colourful spotlight on some of the world’s most intelligent and charismatic birds.

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Season

30th May 2026-31st May 2026
International Watercolour Masters

World-class watercolour workshops and exhibitions at Lilleshall Hall

Openings

Season

13th May 2026-22nd May 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
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
Foraging basket workshop

Learn willow weaving and make a rustic frame basket for everyday use.

Openings

Season

20th 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

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10am - 5pm

4th July 2026-5th July 2026
Cinnamon the capybara's birthday party

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

Openings

Season

12th September 2026
International Lynx Day

A special opportunity to get closer to these elusive cats.

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Season

13th June 2026
100% Badgers: Matt Hob

A night of comedy from the sell out Edinburgh Fringe stand-up show.

Openings

Season

3rd May 2026
Weston Park Air Show International

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

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8am -

19th June 2026-21st June 2026
Willow Bird Feeder Workshop

A beginner-friendly willow weaving workshop to make a fat ball bird feeder.

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Season

24th May 2026
Eyton

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

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Season

8th September 2026-14th September 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
Meerkat Mayhem at Exotic Zoo

Meerkat Mayhem with special talks and feeding sessions.

Openings

11am - 4pm

23rd May 2026-31st May 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
Willow garden decorations workshop

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

Openings

Season

14th June 2026

Where to Stay Highlights

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…

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

Lilleshall House

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

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

Bedroom at Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

Ironbridge Tiny Hideaway

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

The outside of The Summer House

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

The International Hotel

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

The Swan Taphouse

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

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

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…

Front of Venue

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

Temple of Diana

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

Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

Master Suite

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

The White Hart

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

The Malthouse Rooms

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

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

Coalport Station Holidays

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

News and blog

Inspiration

  1. Walking holidays in The Ironbridge Gorge

    If your idea of a perfect break starts with fresh air, time outdoors and space to explore at your own pace, a walking holiday in The Ironbridge Gorge UNESCO World Heritage Site offers just that.

    5 Apr 2026
  2. A delicious new event is heading to Weston Park

    Get ready to indulge your senses at the brand new Spirits, Spice + Chocolate Festival.  

    2 Apr 2026
  3. Embers Fire Festival set to ignite the Ironbridge Gorge over May Bank Holiday

    A brand-new celebration of fire cooking, live music and family-friendly entertainment is coming to Ironbridge Gorge this spring.

    2 Apr 2026
  4. RAF Museum Midlands awarded £1 Million Biffa Award Grant for major new exhibition

    A £1 million grant from the Biffa Award will support the development of a major new exhibition exploring the story of the RAF from 1980 to today.

    31 Mar 2026
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