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Spooks and sparkles...

Inspiration

  1. a sad face carved into a Halloween pumpkin
    Bring your little ghosts and goblins to Weston’s Halloween Horrors this October Half Term for a day filled with spooktacular fun!
    1. 29 Oct 202431 Oct 2024
  2. Wellington Late Night Market
    Head to Wellington Late Night Market for great entertainment and delicious food, it’s the perfect night out with family and friends.
    1. 30 Nov 2024
    2. 26 Oct 2024
  3. Pumpkin patch photo opportunity
    Discover the twisting paths and magnificent walks in the pumpkin fields of Little Wytheford Farm
    1. 4 Oct 202431 Oct 2024
  4. A photo of a firework display at Blists Hill Victorian Town.
    Soak up the carnival atmosphere as you explore our Victorian streets after dark.
    1. 2 Nov 2024
  5. Santa in his red suit, glasses and beard meeting children
    Join the Santa’s Winter Wonderland Afternoon Tea, a truly magical experience for all the family.
    1. 15 Dec 2024
  6. Female Chef in Train Carriage surrounded by customers sat down
    Welcome to The Polar Express™ Train Ride at Telford Steam Railway, an immersive re-creation inspired by the iconic 2004 Polar Express™ film. Embrace the spirit of Christmas on your wonder-filled trip.
    1. 22 Nov 202423 Dec 2024

Things To Do Highlights

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…

Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World, formerly known as Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom is a small family run zoo in…

Hencote Vineyard & Estate

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

Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

Arthurs Kitchen at Fordhall Organic Farm

As England’s first community owned farm, Fordhall is a great place for a day out for the whole…

The Studio at Vine Willow Wood

Here at Vine Willow Wood, we host an array of maker led workshops, inspiring people with the art of…

Lady at a bowling alley

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

Weston Park House & Gardens

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

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…

Footpath through woodland

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

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…

Spa Treatments

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

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

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…

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

Frontage of Telford Theatre, Oakengates showing Green and Purple colours to the building

Telford's largest live entertainment venue hosting a wide range of entertainment to suite everyone

Small Woods

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

Team Photo with Animals

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

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…

What's On Highlights

A wooden Merry Christmas sign is shown on a craft stall

Weston’s Christmas Market is a firm favourite in everyone’s diary. Find that special gift from…

Openings

10am - 4pm

30th November 2024

10am - 4pm

1st December 2024
Hanging paper lanterns

Join local artist Amanda Hillier to make your very own paper lantern with textured tin motifs.

Openings

Season

4th December 2024
The Grinch with children in Grinch face paint in front of a Grinch Christmas tree.

This Christmas come and experience our Winter Wonderland, with daytime or evening activities.

Openings

Various times and dates from 23 November - 23 December

23rd November 2024-23rd December 2024
Abarth 595 Turismo in yellow

Returning to Telford again for October 2024 Ultimate Stance will be bringing you over 350 of The…

Openings

9am - 4.30pm

27th October 2024
A photo of a firework display at Blists Hill Victorian Town.

Soak up the carnival atmosphere as you explore our Victorian streets after dark.

Openings

Season

2nd November 2024
AC West 2024

ACWest is a premier tabletop gaming convention which offers a diverse range of options for every…

Openings

Season

18th October 2024-20th October 2024
A photo of everyone gathering up to see the stars through a telescope.

Discover the wonders of the universe at this spectacular stargazing experience in Coalbrookdale.

Openings

Season

9th November 2024
Child dressed as an elf writing in a book.

The festive spirit returns to Blists Hill Victorian Town. The town's streets and buildings will be…

Openings

Season

7th December 2024-15th December 2024
Detective Science

Solve a who-done-it mystery using science experiments at Enginuity.

Openings

Season

26th October 2024-3rd November 2024
two beer tankards clinked together

et your lederhosen and dancing shoes at the ready, and join the Octoberfest fun at the…

Openings

7pm

19th October 2024
Telford Ice Rink staff dressed up for Halloween

Get your skates on and your Halloween costume ready for a night of chilling fun at Telford Ice Rink…

Openings

Season

1st November 2024
Apley Fireworks Display

Apleys Firework display is back for 2024! Come for an evening of dazzling and dramatic fireworks,…

Openings

Season

1st November 2024
A crowd looking up at the fireworks display

Watch rockets light up the night sky with bright colours and sparkle at the Bonfire and Fireworks…

Openings

Season

3rd November 2024
A single image made up of six smaller images of a different basket showing the artistry of basket weaving.

Head to Footprint Gallery this November and enjoy the creative and engaging exhibition Weave Only a…

Openings

Various times

8th November 2024-17th November 2024
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
Christmas at Exotic Zoo

Christmas at Exotic Zoo this year you can meet Santa in his grotto or join him for breakfast. …

Openings

Daily 11am - 4pm, special Christmas events see details

30th November 2024-24th December 2024
Child dressed up for Halloween

Head to Wonderland during October Half Term for a Halloween extravaganza.  The spooktacular event…

Openings

Season

26th October 2024-31st October 2024
Families making decorations

A family walk with a festive twist! Come along to collect materials for some wonderful Christmas…

Openings

Season

7th December 2024
A dark blue background with magical swirls, the Princess is in the centre but facing away with her back to the viewer.

Give Your Little Ones A Magical Afternoon Of Singing And Dancing at the Frozen Princess Ball &…

Openings

Season

2nd November 2024
a sad face carved into a Halloween pumpkin

Bring your little ghosts and goblins to Weston’s Halloween Horrors this October Half Term for a day…

Openings

See website for times.

29th October 2024-31st October 2024
Kickass Weston Park 10k and 5k

Kickass are bringing their annual 10k trail run around to the historic ground of Weston Park

Openings

Race start times 9.30am

17th November 2024
Christmas market stalls pictured with their wares.

Apley’s Christmas Market is back, taking place from Friday 22nd-Sunday 24th November 2024 and with…

Openings

4.30pm - 8pm

22nd November 2024

10am - 4pm

23rd November 2024

10am - 4pm

24th November 2024
Beetle Juice 2 artwork

A Beeltjuice inspired afternoon tea is coming to Hadley Park Hotel.

Openings

12noon

27th October 2024
Female Chef in Train Carriage surrounded by customers sat down

Welcome to The Polar Express™ Train Ride at Telford Steam Railway, an immersive re-creation…

Openings

Season

22nd November 2024-23rd December 2024

Where to Stay Highlights

Master Suite

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

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

The International Hotel

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

Front of Venue

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

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…

Temple of Diana

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

Ironbridge View Townhouse

Ironbridge View Townhouse is an award winning luxury, self- catering holiday home. Stunning views…

Hadley Park House

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

The White Hart

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

Goldstone Hall Hotel

Goldstone is an award winning Restaurant, Hotel & Garden situated in rural Shropshire about half…

The Malthouse Rooms

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

The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

The outside of The Summer House

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

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

Coalport Station Holidays

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

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Inspiration

  1. Wellington High Street Christmas Lights

    As the holiday season approaches, Telford's high streets will begin to be illuminated with festive splendour. 

     

    7 Oct 2024
  2. Spooktacular family fun in Telford this October Half Term

    Whether you're a local resident or planning a visit to Telford, there's a treasure trove of family-friendly activities waiting for you during the October Half Term.  

    1 Oct 2024
  3. Spooky events, talks and seasonal menus at Ironbridge

    Whether you’re a fan of frights, a budding clay artist, or a lover of great food, Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust has got your autumn covered.

    18 Sep 2024
  4. Firework display taking place at Blists Hill Victorian Town

    Enjoy a weekend filled with bangs, flashes, and lots of oohs and ahhs.

    27 Sep 2024
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