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Spooks and sparkles...

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  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. 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 2025
    2. Pumpkin patch photo opportunity
      Discover the twisting paths and magnificent walks in the pumpkin fields of Little Wytheford Farm
      1. 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
      2. 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
      3. 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…

      Team Photo with Animals

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

      Off exploring Ropewalk

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

      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…

      Severn Valley Railway

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

      Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

      Small Woods

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

      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 Town Park Waterplay

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

      Meet the Mini Moos

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

      Spa Treatments

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

      Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

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

      Wellington Orbit

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

      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…

      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

      Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

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

      Weston Park House & Gardens

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

      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…

      Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

      Telford Bike Hub

      Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

      Footpath through woodland

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

      Hencote Vineyard & Estate

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

      English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

      Mini Raft Hire

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

      What's On Highlights

      a character image from Moana 2.

      Moana  Afternoon Tea, the function room will be transformed into a magical Disney ocean theme,…

      Openings

      12noon

      19th January 2025
      Princess character for the event pictured at the castle or on a white screen.

      Come along this Christmas and see Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World like never before. Experience Hoo Zoo…

      Openings

      Various dates only

      30th November 2024-23rd 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
      Wellington Late Night Market

      Head to Wellington Late Night Market for great entertainment and delicious food, it’s the perfect…

      Openings

      5-10pm

      30th November 2024

      5-10pm

      26th October 2025
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      An 80s Silent Disco like no other is back by popular demand in RAF Cosford Museum. Expect some of…

      Openings

      Season

      14th December 2024
      Festive Winter Gardens at Telford Town Park

      Step into the world of cinema magic as the Chelsea and Maxell Gardens are transformed with dazzling…

      Openings

      4-8pm

      13th December 2024-15th December 2024

      4-8pm

      19th December 2024-21st December 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
      Visitors of Telford Christmas Market queuing up to buy good from a wooden chalet.

      Explore the beautifully decorated traditional wooden cabins selling gifts and edible treats from…

      Openings

      Season

      25th November 2024-23rd December 2024
      Alternative Craft and Small Business Market

      Join Bijoux Events for their next 'Alternative Craft and Small Business Market' at the Cock Hotel…

      Openings

      Season

      14th November 2024
      A photo of a ghost.

      Join Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust for an immersive and inspiring creative writing workshop, led by…

      Openings

      Season

      2nd November 2024
      Mother and child enjoying snow on Christmas.

      Explore Blists Hill Victorian Town by night and experience the festive cheer of a Dickensian…

      Openings

      Season

      11th December 2024-19th December 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
      Christmas Wreath Workshop

      A sustainable Christmas wreath workshop to start the festive season.

      Openings

      Season

      30th November 2024

      Season

      30th November 2024

      Season

      1st December 2024

      Season

      1st December 2024
      The group with finished wreaths

      Get in the festive spirit and learn to create your very own Christmas Wreath!

      Openings

      Season

      6th December 2024
      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.

      Openings

      Season

      15th 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
      Detective Science

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

      Openings

      Season

      26th October 2024-3rd November 2024
      an example of glass fusing showing a colourful campervan

      Glass Fusing @ Paint & Create - Bring along your friends for drinks, nibbles and glass fusing in a…

      Openings

      7pm - 9pm

      6th November 2024

      7pm - 9pm

      27th November 2024
      Wreath making workshop, two ladies are making their Christmas wreath.

      Learn a range of skills to wire and attach real foliage and embellishments – including how to tie…

      Openings

      6pm – 8:30pm

      29th November 2024
      The Telford International Centre exterior with the Tattoo freeze logo on the glass front.

      This February hundreds of amazing tattoo artists will be taking over The Telford International…

      Openings

      10am - 8pm

      1st February 2025

      10am - 6pm

      2nd February 2025
      Halfway House on The Wrekin, Telford, Shropshire

      The Halfway House on The Wrekin is welcoming visitors to a week of special events celebrating local…

      Openings

      Season

      29th October 2024-2nd November 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
      The director of Exotic Zoo holding a spider surrounded by pumpkins

      Join the Exotic Zoo Telford from 5 October - 3 November for some exciting Halloween themed fun…

      Openings

      Season

      5th October 2024-3rd 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

      Where to Stay Highlights

      TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

      The Swan Taphouse

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

      The International Hotel

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

      Ironbridge Holidays

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

      Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

      The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

      The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

      Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

      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…

      Coalport Station Holidays

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

      The Malthouse Rooms

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

      The outside of The Summer House

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

      Lilleshall House

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

      The White Hart

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

      Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

      Holiday Inn Telford

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

      Master Suite

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

      Puddle Duck Cottages

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

      Front of Venue

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

      The Hundred House Hotel

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

      Ramada Hotel Telford

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

      Temple of Diana

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

      YHA Coalbrookdale

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

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      Inspiration

      1. Historic Halway House on The Wrekin celebrates re-opening with half term activities

        The recently re-opened Halfway House on The Wrekin is welcoming visitors to a week of special events celebrating local history, wellness, and community.

        16 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. 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
      4. 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
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