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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. A festival-style evening with live music, food and after-dark animal encounters.
    1. 23 May 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

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

Weston Park House & Gardens

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

Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

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…

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.

Spa Treatments

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

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…

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.…

The Old Coracle Shed

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

Small Woods

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

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

Telford Town Park

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

Telford Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

Mini Raft Hire

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

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…

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…

Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

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
Adam Purnell cooking over an open fire, meet on a spit

Learn the art of cooking on fire with The Shropshire Lad at Embers Café

Openings

10am - 4pm

14th May 2026
Meerkat Mayhem at Exotic Zoo

Meerkat Mayhem with special talks and feeding sessions.

Openings

11am - 4pm

23rd May 2026-31st May 2026
Ironbridge WWII Weekend

WWII re-enactment event in The Ironbridge Gorge

Openings

10am - 5pm

23rd May 2026-24th 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
World Parrot Weekend

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

Openings

Season

30th May 2026-31st May 2026
Ironbridge Heritage Celebration Walk

Follow the Iron Trail on a guided walk celebrating 40 years of the World Heritage Site.

Openings

Season

29th May 2026
Behind the Lens: Wildlife and Wonder with Andrew Fusek Peters

Award-winning photographer Andrew Fusek Peters shares stories behind his wildlife images.

Openings

Season

12th May 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
Ironbridge Walking Festival

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

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026-10th May 2026
Parklands Festival

Three days of electronic music at Telford Town Park QEII Arena

Openings

Season

19th June 2026-21st June 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
Cinnamon the capybara's birthday party

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

Openings

Season

12th 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
Doggy brunch at Hickory's Smokehouse

A pawsome Doggy Brunch with a scenic walk.

Openings

10am

2nd May 2026

10am

6th June 2026
Foraging basket workshop

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

Openings

Season

20th September 2026
Night time at the Zoo

A festival-style evening with live music, food and after-dark animal encounters.

Openings

5pm - 10pm

23rd May 2026
Krazy Races

A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

Openings

10am - 4pm

12th July 2026
Family Friendly Welly Walk

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

Openings

Season

26th May 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
Spirit, Spice + Chocolate Festival

Something deliciously different is coming to Weston Park later this year

Openings

10am - 8pm

5th September 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
A Night of Irish Music with World-Record Guitarist Dave Browne

Enjoy a night of live music at Hoo Zoo

Openings

Season

2nd May 2026-4th May 2026
Butterfly Awareness Weekend

Experience the brand new butterfly walkthrough at Hoo Zoo.

Openings

Season

23rd May 2026-24th May 2026

Where to Stay Highlights

Ironbridge Tiny Hideaway

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

Master Suite

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

Holiday Inn Telford

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

Badgers Wood

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

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

The Hundred House Hotel

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

Temple of Diana

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

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

The White Hart

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

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…

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…

Bedroom at Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

Hadley Park House

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

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

News and blog

Inspiration

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. New Playground opens at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World

    Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World has announced the opening of an exciting new play area.

    8 Apr 2026
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