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  1. Little boy in red arrows overalls stood in front of an old plane
    The RAF Cosford Air Show will include an action-packed flying display, including powerful demonstrations of modern military aircraft from the Royal Air Force and international military partners. There will be captivating appearances from iconic vintage aircraft from throughout the history of aviation and adrenaline pumping aerobatic displays.  On the ground, there will be a huge assortment on static display for you to view up close, including some which you will be able to sit inside.
    1. 8 Jun 2025
  2. Enjoy a unique evening at Exotic Zoo featuring live acoustic music, delicious food, and the chance to encounter animals after dark.
    1. A man in a blue apron building with clay
      Learn the basics of pinch pots, slab pots and coil pots from the museums talented demonstrators before creating your own clay items.
      1. 15 Jun 2025
    2. As part of Merrythought’s 95th anniversary celebrations, a special exhibition opens at the historic Museum of the Gorge
      1. 12 Apr 202528 Sep 2025
    3. Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena
      Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday
      1. 22 Aug 202524 Aug 2025
    4. Ironbridge Coracle Regatta
      The Ironbridge Coracle Regatta, hosted on the picturesque River Severn, right next to the iconic Iron Bridge is making a return this September.
      1. 14 Sep 2025

    Things To Do Highlights

    Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

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

    Hencote Vineyard & Estate

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

    Severn Valley Railway

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

    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…

    Weston Park House & Gardens

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

    Enginuity

    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…

    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…

    The Old Coracle Shed

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

    Wellington Orbit

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

    Off exploring Ropewalk

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

    Telford T50 Walking Trail

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

    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…

    Lucy Young Ceramics

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

    Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

    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…

    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…

    Lady at a bowling alley

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

    Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

    Telford Bike Hub

    Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

    The Liquor Lab

    Experience the ultimate night out at The Liquor Lab, the vibrant cocktail bar that’s redefining…

    What's On Highlights

    Attingham Park Dance Anthems Orchestra

    Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Attingham Park.

    Openings

    Season

    13th June 2025
    Ironbridge Coracle Regatta

    The Ironbridge Coracle Regatta, hosted on the picturesque River Severn, right next to the iconic…

    Openings

    11am - 4pm

    14th September 2025
    Victorian Blacksmith Experience Day

    Experience the life of a Victorian Blacksmith in this fantastic opportunity at Blists Hill…

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    26th June 2025

    10am - 4pm

    27th June 2025

    10am - 4pm

    9th July 2025

    10am - 4pm

    26th September 2025

    10am - 4pm

    8th October 2025

    10am - 4pm

    9th October 2025
    Gelli plate printing

    A introduction to Gelli Printing with a botanical theme.

    Openings

    Season

    22nd October 2025
    Walking through Wellington

    Get your walking boots ready, Wellington Walking Festival is back for it's 13th year!  Explore 31…

    Openings

    Season

    9th September 2025-15th September 2025
    Little boy in red arrows overalls stood in front of an old plane

    The RAF Cosford Air Show will include an action-packed flying display, including powerful…

    Openings

    Season

    8th June 2025
    Paints and brushes

    A beginner painting evening based on the natural world learning to use unconventional painting…

    Openings

    Season

    8th August 2025
    Cattle on show at Newport Show

    Newport Show is presented by Newport and District Agricultural Society and is a key date in the…

    Openings

    Season

    12th July 2025
    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
    Comic Con Midlands

    Monopoly Events is bringing Comic Con to Telford for the Midlands BIGGEST pop culture celebration!

    Openings

    Season

    27th September 2025-28th September 2025
    Parklands Festival

    Head to Telford Town Park QEII Arena for a weekend of electronic music with Audio Tek…

    Openings

    Season

    21st June 2025-22nd June 2025
    Flight by Night - Evening Bat Walk

    Beautiful bats, hooting owls and magnificent moths, come and see what we discover after the sun has…

    Openings

    Season

    19th September 2025
    Olympian Mixed Eights racing at Ironbridge Regatta

    Enjoy a weekend of competitive rowing on the River Severn.

    Openings

    Season

    28th June 2025-29th June 2025
    Steampunk festival attendees at Blists Hill Victorian Town wearing steampunk costumes

    Step into 'The Town that Never Was', for a weekend in the retro-futuristic world of Steampunk.

    Openings

    Season

    5th July 2025-6th July 2025
    A woven tree

    Learn to create a beautiful 3D tree within a landscape weaving of your own design

    Openings

    Season

    12th July 2025
    Art matters

    Discover the captivating works of 18 of the region's finest artists at Fusion Gallery in Jackfield,…

    Openings

    Season

    17th June 2025-29th June 2025
    Large bubble blower with Waters Edge Festival sign in the background

    A fabulous 10-hour extravaganza filled with live music, mouth-watering street food, non-stop…

    Openings

    Season

    6th September 2025
    A row of Italian scooters parked up

    Wellington will be packed with scooters of all types and vintage.

    Openings

    9:30am - 3:30pm

    6th July 2025
    Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena

    Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday

    Openings

    Season

    22nd August 2025-24th August 2025
    Willow Weaving

    Learn different willow weaving techniques to create bird feeders

    Openings

    Season

    19th February 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

    5th July 2025-6th July 2025
    Participants in Oakengates Carnival dressed as butterflies

    Head to Oakengates on Saturday 12 July for its annual Carnival and a packed day of entertainment.

    Openings

    Season

    12th July 2025
    Adam Purnell pictured cooking over fire

    Take a Kamado masterclass with The Shropshire Lad chef 'Adam Purnell'

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    17th July 2025
    Yoga session in progress

    Join us for a blissful day of sunshine, yoga, and creative journaling in nature!

    Openings

    Season

    21st June 2025

    Where to Stay Highlights

    Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

    Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

    Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

    Holiday Inn Telford

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

    Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

    TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

    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…

    Front of Venue

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

    The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

    Hadley Park House

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

    The Swan Taphouse

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

    YHA Coalbrookdale

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

    Puddle Duck Cottages

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

    Ramada Hotel Telford

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

    Ironbridge Holidays

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

    The International Hotel

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

    Coalport Station Holidays

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

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    Inspiration

    1. Your ultimate guide to Telford Balloon Fiesta 2025

      Get ready for a sky full of colour and a weekend packed with fun

      25 Apr 2025
    2. Walkers looking at a map on the T50 walking trail

      It's time to get outdoors with a packed programme of free activities for all ages, abilities and interests. 

      24 Apr 2025
    3. Final Wellington Late Night announced ahead of the markets refurbishment

      One last hurrah before refurbishment begins at Wellington Market

      23 Apr 2025
    4. SKY REACH - Leap of Faith

      Telford Aerial Adventure is a unique activity that will test nerves, burn off energy and push physical and mental limits. The friendly team gently encourage participants to face their fears and ge..

      2 Apr 2025
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