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A season of wonder awaits

Inspiration

  1. Apley’s Christmas Market returns with festive gifts, tastings and seasonal cheer.
    1. 22 Nov 202523 Nov 2025
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. Step into a Victorian Christmas at Blists Hill with festive fun, food and cosy traditions.
    1. 3 Dec 202523 Dec 2025
  6. Join Cinderella and her friends in this magical fairy-tale for all the family.
    1. 16 Dec 20252 Jan 2026

Things To Do Highlights

Mini Raft Hire

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

Off exploring Ropewalk

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

Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

Footpath through woodland

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

Enginuity

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

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…

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

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

Coalport China Museum

Marvel at spectacular creations, exquisite ceramics and extraordinary craftsmanship at Coalport…

Buildwas Abbey

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

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

Hencote Vineyard & Estate

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

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

Weston Park House & Gardens

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

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…

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

Exotic Zoo Wildlife Park

Exotic Zoo in Telford Town Park offers an engaging experience with diverse animal zones, a Natural…

Severn Valley Railway

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

Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

What's On Highlights

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
Measuring ingredients

Create your own luxury body wash with bespoke scents at Ironbridge Candle Company.

Openings

Season

26th July 2025-18th 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
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

6th December 2025-24th December 2025
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
Weston Park Air Show International

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

Openings

8am -

19th June 2026-21st June 2026
Christmas Market fun

Festive market with crafts, food, and live music at The Shropshire Golf Club.

Openings

Season

16th November 2025
AGBO Rally

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

Openings

8am -

22nd March 2026
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
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
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
Christmas Dine & Stay at Weston

Festive overnight escape with fine dining and seasonal charm at Weston Park

Openings

Season

12th December 2025-13th December 2025

Season

19th December 2025-20th December 2025
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

Step behind the door at Sunnycroft this December for a special behind-the-scenes experience.

Openings

Season

5th December 2025-23rd December 2025
Apley Christmas Market

Apley’s Christmas Market returns with festive gifts, tastings and seasonal cheer.

Openings

Season

22nd November 2025-23rd November 2025
Willow Weaving

Learn different willow weaving techniques to create bird feeders

Openings

Season

19th February 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
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
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

Season

6th December 2025

Season

8th December 2025
Christmas Wreath Workshop

Create a festive wreath with Big Little Things this Christmas.

Openings

10am - 12pm

29th November 2025
Christmas Winter Wonderland

Step into a magical festive world at Winter Wonderland

Openings

Various times and dates from 29 November - 23 December

29th November 2025-23rd December 2025
A group of walkers

Blow away those January blues and see in a fresh start to the new year.

Openings

Season

10th January 2026
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
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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
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

Where to Stay Highlights

The Malthouse Rooms

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

Ramada Hotel Telford

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

The Swan Taphouse

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

The International Hotel

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

The outside of The Summer House

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

Front of Venue

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

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

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…

The Hundred House Hotel

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

Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

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…

The White Hart

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

Guesthouse  bedroom image

Welcome to Viaduct Guest House, set amid the renowned World Heritage Site of Ironbridge Gorge,…

Holiday Inn Telford

Our 152-bed hotel is located on the edge of Telford Town Centre, adjacent to the beautiful Town…

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

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Inspiration

  1. 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
  2. Firework display taking place at Blists Hill Victorian Town

    Enjoy a weekend filled with bangs, flashes, and lots of oohs and ahhs.

    22 Oct 2025
  3. Autumnal walks locals love

    As the leaves turn golden and the air takes on that crisp autumn freshness, there’s no better time to head outdoors and explore Telford’s most loved walking spots.

    20 Oct 2025
  4. New ‘roaming animatronic’ baby dinosaur at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World

    Get up close this half term to a life-like baby Ankylosaurus animatronic.

    15 Oct 2025
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