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  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. 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

    Wellington Orbit

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

    Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

    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…

    Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

    Spa Treatments

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

    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…

    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…

    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…

    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…

    Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

    Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

    Buildwas Abbey

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

    Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

    A wild day out for all ages

    Airea51 main arena

    AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

    Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

    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…

    Wellington Orbit

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

    Telford Town Park

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

    Golf Course

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

    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…

    Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

    ODEON Luxe Telford

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

    What's On Highlights

    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
    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
    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
    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
    Meerkat Mayhem at Exotic Zoo

    Meerkat Mayhem with special talks and feeding sessions.

    Openings

    11am - 4pm

    23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
    Heroes of the air trail at RAF Museum Midlands

    A family-friendly celebration of courage, adventure and the remarkable stories of those who took to…

    Openings

    10am - 5pm

    23rd May 2026-31st May 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
    Doggy brunch at Hickory's Smokehouse

    A pawsome Doggy Brunch with a scenic walk.

    Openings

    10am

    6th June 2026
    Family Friendly Welly Walk

    Join a family‑friendly welly walk exploring watery wildlife at Loamhole Dingle.

    Openings

    Season

    26th 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
    International Lynx Day

    A special opportunity to get closer to these elusive cats.

    Openings

    Season

    13th June 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
    Digbeth Dining Club

    A day of incredible street food, great music, and unbeatable vibes.

    Openings

    12 - 6pm

    11th July 2026-12th July 2026
    Spring Exhibition

    Spring Exhibition 2026 showcasing contemporary painting, printmaking and mixed media.

    Openings

    Season

    3rd March 2026-31st May 2026
    Reindeer sculpture workshop

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

    Openings

    Season

    6th December 2026
    Santa & Mrs Claus: Festive Fun at Hoo Zoo

    Meet Santa & Mrs Claus at Hoo Zoo with festive crafts, gifts and dinosaur fun.

    Openings

    Season

    5th December 2026-23rd December 2026
    Butterfly Awareness Weekend

    Experience the brand new butterfly walkthrough at Hoo Zoo.

    Openings

    Season

    23rd May 2026-24th May 2026
    Marvellous Mammals: Family Friendly Walk

    Explore woodland wildlife with a guided family walk at Jiggers Bank and Loamhole Dingle.

    Openings

    Season

    27th May 2026
    Princess Brunch at Hickory's Smokehouse

    A magical Princess Brunch with live characters, family dining and movie fun at Hickory’s.

    Openings

    Season

    24th May 2026
    Berry Basket Workshop

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

    Openings

    Season

    1st November 2026
    Hickory's Smokehouse Quiz Night

    Monthly quiz night at Hickory’s Telford with great food, friendly rivalry and a £50 prize.

    Openings

    First Monday of every month

    4th May 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
    Spirit, Spice + Chocolate Festival

    Something deliciously different is coming to Weston Park later this year

    Openings

    10am - 8pm

    5th September 2026
    Exotic Zoo Fossil Festival

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

    Openings

    11am - 4pm

    6th June 2026

    Where to Stay Highlights

    The Swan Taphouse

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

    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 Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

    Ramada Hotel Telford

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

    Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

    1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

    Lilleshall House

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

    Front of Venue

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

    Ironbridge Tiny Hideaway

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

    TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

    The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

    Ironbridge Holidays

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

    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…

    The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

    The International Hotel

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

    voco Telford Ironbridge

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

    Hadley Park House

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

    Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

    The outside of The Summer House

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

    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
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