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  1. Wellington open gardens 2022
    Explore stunning gardens across Wellington, Little Wenlock and Rushton.
    1. 28 Jun 202529 Jun 2025
  2. 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.
    1. 15 Apr 2025
    2. 12 Jun 2025
    3. 18 Sep 2025
  3. A Spring wreath made with moss, flowers and foulage
    Join Lisa in her floral studio in the Ironbridge Gorge and immerse yourself in beautiful seasonal blooms! Design and create a beautiful, hand-crafted Spring wreath using fresh materials. You will learn the mossing and wiring technique, using blossoms, branches, spring bulbs and other beautiful materials.
    1. Top Level Snooker Returns To Telford In 2025 With The Players Championship
      1. 17 Mar 202523 Mar 2025
    2. Experience the life of a Victorian Blacksmith in this fantastic opportunity at Blists Hill Victorian Town.
      1. 29 Apr 2025
      2. 30 Apr 2025
      3. 7 May 2025
      4. 26 Jun 2025
      5. 27 Jun 2025
      6. 9 Jul 2025
      7. 26 Sep 2025
      8. 8 Oct 2025
      9. 9 Oct 2025
    3. Lino printing
      Discover the Art of Linocut Printmaking with local artist Rod Sheppard.
      1. 8 Mar 2025

    Things To Do Highlights

    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…

    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…

    English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

    Off exploring Ropewalk

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

    Telford Bike Hub

    Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

    Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

    Team Photo with Animals

    Exotic Zoo is a family favourite and award winning small zoo that has topped trip advisor for many…

    Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

    Golf Course

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

    Severn Valley Railway

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

    Enginuity

    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…

    The Old Coracle Shed

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

    Buildwas Abbey

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

    Weston Park House & Gardens

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

    Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

    Young girl enjoying using the high ropes course.

    High Ropes.  Warm up on the lower section before heading to the “Leap of Faith” 10 metres off…

    Footpath through woodland

    Walking is a fantastic way to explore the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site whether you’re a…

    Airea51 main arena

    AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

    Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

    Meet the Mini Moos

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

    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…

    What's On Highlights

    Ironbridge Coracle Regatta

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

    Openings

    11am - 4pm

    25th August 2025
    Victorian Blacksmith Experience Day

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

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    29th April 2025

    10am - 4pm

    30th April 2025

    10am - 4pm

    7th May 2025

    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
    Telford Trading Card Show

    A must visit for trading card fans

    Openings

    Season

    23rd February 2025
    Lino printing

    Discover the Art of Linocut Printmaking with local artist Rod Sheppard.

    Openings

    8am - 3pm

    8th March 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
    A classic Honda is pictured at a previous show.

    The UK’s biggest classic off-road show.

    Openings

    10am - 5pm

    8th February 2025-9th February 2025
    Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena

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

    Openings

    Season

    22nd August 2025-24th August 2025
    A Victorian Winter

    Travel back to a traditional Victorian Winter and see how 1900's Townsfolk are living and working…

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    1st December 2025-5th December 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
    Wreath handmade at Nettie of the Gorge

    Join Nettie and create a spring wreath for your home.

    Openings

    10am - 12:30pm

    22nd February 2025

    12pm - 2:30pm

    23rd February 2025

    10am - 12:30pm

    15th March 2025

    10am - 12:30pm

    15th March 2025
    Christmas Lates

    Step back in time and experience a magical Christmas evening at Blists Hill Victorian Town after…

    Openings

    6-9pm

    11th December 2025
    Davenport House Afternoon Tea

    Indulge in an exquisite afternoon tea at Davenport House

    Openings

    Season

    30th March 2025
    The players championship snooker 2025

    Top Level Snooker Returns To Telford In 2025 With The Players Championship

    Openings

    Various sessions

    17th March 2025-23rd March 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
    Secret Severn Art, September 2023

    Now in its tenth year, the Secret Severn Art Trail returns in September bigger than ever. This…

    Openings

    Season

    8th September 2025-14th 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
    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
    Image from Ironbridge Brass Band Festival 2023

    Head to the historic setting of Coalbrookdale to enjoy a weekend of performances from some of the…

    Openings

    Season

    12th July 2025-13th July 2025
    An evening in conversation with ex Vulcan and Test Pilot, Sqn Ldr Martin Pitt

    Join ex Vulcan and Test Pilot, Sqn Ldr Martin Pitt QCVSA for an evening in conversation at RAF…

    Openings

    Season

    26th April 2025
    Wellington open gardens 2022

    Explore stunning gardens across Wellington, Little Wenlock and Rushton.

    Openings

    Season

    28th June 2025-29th June 2025
    Gardener in herb garden

    Enjoy a guided tour of the award-winning gardens at Goldstone Hall Hotel followed by a delicious…

    Openings

    Season

    30th April 2025
    A woman made of green plants

    Create your own ceramic green goddess from high firing clay.

    Openings

    Season

    9th March 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

    8th February 2025

    Season

    15th June 2025
    Camper Jam

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

    Openings

    Season

    4th July 2025-6th July 2025

    Where to Stay Highlights

    Holiday Inn Telford

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

    The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

    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…

    Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

    Ironbridge Holidays

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

    Temple of Diana

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

    TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

    Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

    Coalport Station Holidays

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

    The Hundred House Hotel

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

    Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

    The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

    Ramada Hotel Telford

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

    1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

    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…

    Lilleshall House

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

    The Malthouse Rooms

    Located beside the River Severn in the village of Ironbridge Gorge, the lively Malthouse boasts 12…

    The Swan Taphouse

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

    Hadley Park House

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

    The International Hotel

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

    The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

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    Inspiration

    1. Goldstone Hall Hotel & Gardens: 2025 opening dates and exciting events announced

      Multi award winning Goldstone Hall Hotel & Garden, to open their award-winning garden to non-residents this year. 

      27 Jan 2025
    2. Tourism businesses invited to explore the future of digital innovation

      Simon Calder, one of the most respected voices in the travel industry, will share his insights at the upcoming Digital Tourism Conference. 

      14 Jan 2025
    3. Enjoy the festive season at The Fox

      The Fox is ready to embrace the festive season with warmth and charm, offering a variety of activities and events to keep the winter blues at bay. 

      21 Nov 2024
    4. Unwrap the magic of Christmas in Telford

      Experience the most wonderful time of the year in Telford.

      3 Nov 2024
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