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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. 7 Jun 2025
  3. 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
  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…

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.…

Lady at a bowling alley

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

Buildwas Abbey

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

Severn Valley Railway

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

Mini Raft Hire

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

Wellington Orbit

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

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

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

Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

A wild day out for all ages

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…

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

Golf Course

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

Ironbridge Fine Arts Printmaking Workshops

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

Telford Coronation Walks

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

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…

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

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

Lucy Young Ceramics

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

What's On Highlights

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
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

11 June 2025,13:00 - 14:30

11th June 2025

18 June 2025,13:00 - 14:30

18th June 2025

25 June 2025,13:00 - 14:30

25th June 2025

02 July 2025,13:00 - 14:30

2nd July 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
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
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
A woven tree

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

Openings

Season

12th July 2025
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…

Openings

Season

15th June 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
Gelli plate printing

A introduction to Gelli Printing with a botanical theme.

Openings

Season

22nd October 2025
Beginner Foraging Walk

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

Openings

Season

27th August 2025
Night time at the Zoo

Enjoy a unique evening at Exotic Zoo featuring live acoustic music, delicious food, and the chance…

Openings

5pm - 10pm

7th June 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
Paints and brushes

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

Openings

Season

8th August 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
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
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
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
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
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
Camper Jam

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

Openings

Season

4th July 2025-6th 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
Into the Woods

Into the Woods Musical production

Openings

Season

11th July 2025-13th 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

Where to Stay Highlights

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…

The International Hotel

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

TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

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…

Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

Master Suite

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

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

Hadley Park House

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

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

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.…

Holiday Inn Telford

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

The outside of The Summer House

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

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

Ironbridge Holidays

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

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

Premier Inn Newport Telford

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

Coalport Station Holidays

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

The Swan Taphouse

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

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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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