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Inspiration

  1. 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.
    1. 5 Jul 20256 Jul 2025
  2. Local enthusiasts will show off their classic vehicles and share their passion, at this popular event growing year on year, a perfect day out this summer.
    1. 20 Jul 2025
  3. 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 entertainment, and enough dancing to make your feet tingle!
    1. 6 Sep 2025
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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

Enginuity

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

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…

Telford Coronation Walks

Discover the Coronation Walks, 23 Scenic Trails across Telford's epic landscapes and heritage Towns…

Severn Valley Railway

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

Lady at a bowling alley

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

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…

Telford T50 Walking Trail

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

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

Buildwas Abbey

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

Telford Town Park

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

Two Suri Alpacas

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

Mini Raft Hire

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

Meet the Mini Moos

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

Lucy Young Ceramics

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

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…

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

Exotic Zoo Wildlife Park

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

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…

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

Off exploring Ropewalk

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

What's On Highlights

Beginner Foraging Walk

Enjoy a lovely walk through meadows and woodlands learning to observe, identify and use what you…

Openings

Season

27th August 2025
Adam Purnell cooking over an open fire, meet on a spit

Join The Shropshire Lad 'Adam Purnell' to learn the basics of cooking on fire.

Openings

10am - 4pm

18th September 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
Pottery Wheel-Throwing with Lucy Young Ceramics

Step into the world of clay and creativity with a hands-on pottery taster session led by the super…

Openings

02 July 2025,13:00 - 14:30

2nd July 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
Gelli plate printing

A introduction to Gelli Printing with a botanical theme.

Openings

Season

22nd October 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
Weave only a Trace Exhibition

Explore the rich, tactile world of willow, wood, and natural fibres through the eyes and hands of…

Openings

10am-4pm

18th November 2025-30th November 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
Paints and brushes

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

Openings

Season

8th August 2025
a cartoon picture of Santa sitting in a beach chair on a beach with a drink in a coconut in his hand.  He's wearing his santa hat with shorts and t-sh

Visitors are invited to see Santa during his special summertime visit to Hoo Zoo

Openings

10am - 5pm

19th July 2025

10am - 5pm

30th August 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
Image from Ironbridge Brass Band Festival 2023

A landmark event in the brass band calendar and in the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge Gorge, the…

Openings

Season

12th July 2025-13th July 2025
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
Telford Fossil Festival

Enjoy a weekend of dinosaur exhibits, fossil trading, and engaging guest speakers.

Openings

11am - 4pm

28th June 2025-29th June 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
Camper Jam

A fun filled show with a chilled out, take it easy vibe.

Openings

Season

4th July 2025-6th July 2025
Armed Forces Day Telford

The popular Armed Forces Family Fun Day is set to return to Telford as part of the national Armed…

Openings

11am - 4pm

29th June 2025
Into the Woods

Into the Woods Musical production

Openings

Season

11th July 2025-13th 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
The Merrythought Exhibition

As part of Merrythought’s 95th anniversary celebrations, a special exhibition opens at the historic…

Openings

Season

12th April 2025-28th September 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
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
Natural Home Workshop: Cleaning Without Chemicals

Discover how to create a more sustainable and healthier home—naturally with this inspiring workshop…

Openings

Season

14th July 2025

Where to Stay Highlights

The White Hart

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

Master Suite

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

Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

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…

TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

Holiday Inn Telford

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

Guesthouse  bedroom image

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

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

Coalport Station Holidays

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

Hadley Park House

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

Ramada Hotel Telford

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

Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

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…

Temple of Diana

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

Front of Venue

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

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Inspiration

  1. Your summer getaway awaits at Weston Park

    Escape to Weston this summer for a short break to remember 

    17 Jun 2025
  2. Hilton to open new hotel at Telford’s Station Quarter

    Hampton by Hilton is bringing a new hotel to the heart of Station Quarter in Telford Town Centre.

    16 Jun 2025
  3. Join ‘The Crate Escape’ and support the RAF Museum on its fundraising mission

    The Royal Air Force Museum is on a mission to relocate over 50,000 historic objects to a new Collections Hub in the Midlands.

    12 Jun 2025
  4. Accessibility in Telford

    A guide for Visit Telford members to ensure our destination is inclusive, welcoming, and accessible to everyone.

    3 Jun 2025
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