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Inspiration

  1. Clown holding balloons, surrounded by fog.
    Halloween horror at Blists Hill – Victorian frights and eerie delights await.
    1. 1 Nov 2025
  2. Pick pumpkins, sip spiced gin and enjoy autumn fun at Wrekin Spirit’s family-friendly patch
    1. 10 Oct 202531 Oct 2025
  3. Halloween fun at Exotic Zoo with haunted woods, creepy critters and spooky crafts.
    1. 4 Oct 202531 Oct 2025
  4. A crowd looking up at the fireworks display
    Bonfire Night at Weston Park with fireworks, funfair rides and street food
    1. 2 Nov 2025
  5. Join Cinderella and her friends in this magical fairy-tale for all the family.
    1. 16 Dec 20252 Jan 2026
  6. Discover artisan crafts and gifts at the Made in Telford Christmas Makers Market in Southwater.
    1. 29 Nov 20257 Dec 2025

Things To Do Highlights

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…

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

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…

Lady at a bowling alley

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

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…

Exotic Zoo Wildlife Park

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

Lucy Young Ceramics

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

Coalport China Museum

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

Off exploring Ropewalk

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

Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

Weston Park House & Gardens

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

Footpath through woodland

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

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

Alpaca Meet & Greet

The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

Telford Town Park

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

Telford T50 Walking Trail

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

Frankly Farm Tours

Intimate and personal animal encounters that are frankly unforgettable, in a beautiful setting.

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

Meet the Mini Moos

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

Spa Treatments

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

Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

What's On Highlights

Apley Christmas Market

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

Openings

Season

22nd November 2025-23rd November 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
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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
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
Wrekin Spirit Pumpkin Patch

Pick pumpkins, sip spiced gin and enjoy autumn fun at Wrekin Spirit’s family-friendly patch

Openings

Season

10th October 2025-31st October 2025
Festival Launch

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

Openings

Season

8th September 2026-14th September 2026
Ironbridge Fine Arts Printmaking Workshops

Welcome to the world of Printmaking and to our team of Printmaking artists and tutors offering…

Openings

Workshops hosted throughout the year - visit here for latest Workshop Calendar - https://www.ironbridgeframing.co.uk/product-category/printmaking-workshops/

1st January 2025-2nd January 2026
Christmas Market fun

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

Openings

Season

16th November 2025
Clown holding balloons, surrounded by fog.

Halloween horror at Blists Hill – Victorian frights and eerie delights await.

Openings

Season

1st November 2025
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
Pumpkins in Apley Farm Fields

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

Openings

Season

11th October 2025-31st October 2025
Measuring ingredients

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

Openings

Season

26th July 2025-18th 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
Alternative Craft and Small Business Market

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

Openings

Season

25th October 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
Fireworks Night at Blists Hill Victorian Town

Enjoy an unforgettable evening as the dark skies over Blists Hill Victorian Town are lit up by a…

Openings

Season

8th November 2025
Three creepy mechanical toys that are glowing in the dark

Make spooky mechanical toys at Enginuity – no booking needed, just drop in and get creative!

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-2nd November 2025
Child dressed up for Halloween

Halloween fun at Wonderland with spooky treats, live actors and themed activities.

Openings

Season

25th October 2025-31st October 2025
Willow Weaving

Learn different willow weaving techniques to create bird feeders

Openings

Season

19th February 2026
Different Strokes Exhibition

Free exhibition celebrating Ironbridge artist Bob Rhodes and Channel swimmer Captain Webb.

Openings

11am - 3pm

23rd July 2025-2nd November 2025
Exotic Boo at the Zoo

Halloween fun at Exotic Zoo with haunted woods, creepy critters and spooky crafts.

Openings

Season

4th October 2025-31st October 2025
A crowd looking up at the fireworks display

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

Openings

Season

2nd 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
Telford Ice Rink staff dressed up for Halloween

Get your skates on and your Halloween costume ready for a night of chilling fun at Telford Ice Rink…

Openings

Season

31st October 2025

Where to Stay Highlights

The Malthouse Rooms

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

The Hundred House Hotel

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

Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

The Swan Taphouse

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

Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

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…

TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

The International Hotel

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

Holiday Inn Telford

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

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,…

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

Hadley Park House

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

Lilleshall House

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

Coalport Station Holidays

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

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

Temple of Diana

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

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Inspiration

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. Half term space adventure awaits

    Prepare for an out of this world October half term at the RAF Museum Midlands.

    10 Oct 2025
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