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Inspiration

  1. Telford’s much-loved Spring Into St George’s Day event is back for 2025, bringing a full day of free family fun to Telford Town Park.
    1. 26 Apr 2025
  2. Sketching grasses outside
    Join Sara to explore the Severn Gorge woodland and countryside and learn to capture your observations on the pages of a nature journal. No experience neccessary, all materials supplied.
    1. 22 Apr 2025
  3. Ceramic bunny creations displayed on a table
    Don’t miss this hands-on Easter activity that’s perfect for keeping little ones entertained while exploring the historic Coalport China Museum.
    1. 5 Apr 202527 Apr 2025
  4. Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells
    A week-long celebration of walking, wellbeing and the great outdoors.
    1. 26 May 20251 Jun 2025
  5. 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
  6. 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

Things To Do Highlights

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

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

Mini Raft Hire

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

Severn Valley Railway

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

Young people playing adventure golf on a sunny day

Adventure Golf is set within the heart of Telford Town Park, the whole family can join in for this…

Small Woods

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

Airea51 main arena

AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

Footpath through woodland

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

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…

Hencote Vineyard & Estate

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

Telford Town Park

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

Meet the Mini Moos

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

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…

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…

Team Photo with Animals

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

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…

Enginuity

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

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…

Spa Treatments

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

Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

Alpaca Meet & Greet

The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

What's On Highlights

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
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

15th April 2025

10am - 4pm

12th June 2025

10am - 4pm

18th September 2025
Adam Purnell pictured cooking over fire

Take a Kamado masterclass with The Shropshire Lad chef 'Adam Purnell'

Openings

10am - 4pm

1st May 2025

10am - 4pm

17th July 2025
Telford Steam Railway Teddy Bears Picnic

Bring your Teddy Bears to Telford Steam Railway for a fun-filled picnic

Openings

Season

25th May 2025-26th May 2025
Wellington open gardens 2022

Explore stunning gardens across Wellington, Little Wenlock and Rushton.

Openings

Season

28th June 2025-29th June 2025
Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells

A week-long celebration of walking, wellbeing and the great outdoors. 

Openings

Season

26th May 2025-1st June 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
Sketching grasses outside

Join Sara to explore the Severn Gorge woodland and countryside and learn to capture your…

Openings

Season

22nd April 2025
Camper Jam

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

Openings

Season

4th July 2025-6th July 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
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
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
Two young girls reaching up to touch the nose of a brown and white horse

The sound of hooves will ring out on the cobbled streets of Blists Hill Victorian Town as the…

Openings

Season

10th May 2025-11th May 2025
Ironbridge Walking Festival

Discover the beauty of the Ironbridge Gorge UNESCO World Heritage Site on foot with the return of…

Openings

Season

4th May 2025-12th May 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
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
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
Victorians taking part in a sack race

To celebrate the early May bank holiday, the townsfolk of Blists Hill Victorian Town are holding…

Openings

Season

3rd May 2025-5th May 2025
Parklands Festival

Head to Telford Town Park QEII Arena for a weekend of electronic music with Audio Tek…

Openings

Season

21st June 2025-22nd June 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
Attingham Park Proms

Experience the magic of live music as the UK Proms Weekend returns to the stunning Attingham Park.

Openings

Season

14th June 2025
Attingham Park Dance Anthems Orchestra

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Attingham Park.

Openings

Season

13th 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
Ceramic bunny creations displayed on a table

Don’t miss this hands-on Easter activity that’s perfect for keeping little ones entertained while…

Openings

Season

5th April 2025-27th April 2025

Where to Stay Highlights

The International Hotel

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

Temple of Diana

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

The Sutherland

The Sutherland Inn & Dining is one of the county’s most stylish destinations, offering delicious…

The Swan Taphouse

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

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

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…

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

Hadley Park House

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

Ironbridge Holidays

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

Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

Master Suite

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

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…

Lilleshall House

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

TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

Ramada Hotel Telford

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

The Hundred House Hotel

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

The Sutherland

The Sutherland Inn & Dining is one of the county’s most stylish destinations, offering delicious…

1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

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. February half term at Ironbridge Valley of Invention

    This February half term at Ironbridge Valley of Invention, there is a whole host of food-themed fun and discovery to keep the kids entertained.

    11 Feb 2025
  2. 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
  3. Frankly Farm Tours offers hands on experience with cute lambs this Easter

    Frankly Farm Tours is once again bringing the joy of spring to visitors with its Springtime Fun on the Farm event. 

    8 Jan 2025
  4. A person participating in the Oakengates Carnival procession dressed as a butterfly

    Oakengates Town Council have announced the return of the much-loved Oakengates Carnival on Saturday 12 July 2025.  

    14 Jan 2025
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