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Inspiration

  1. Create your own willow decorations to decorate your home this Christmas.
    1. 30 Nov 2024
    2. 6 Dec 2024
    3. 18 Dec 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 2025
  3. A sustainable Christmas wreath workshop to start the festive season.
    1. 30 Nov 2024
    2. 30 Nov 2024
    3. 1 Dec 2024
    4. 1 Dec 2024
  4. 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 the market's range of independent traders.
    1. 25 Nov 202423 Dec 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

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

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

The Old Coracle Shed

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

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

Buildwas Abbey

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

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…

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…

Telford Bike Hub

Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

Enginuity

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

Footpath through woodland

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

Lady at a bowling alley

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

Frankly Alpacas Alpaca Meet & Greet

The perfect way to meet alpacas! Get up close and personal with our herd of 6 female and 3 male…

Hencote Vineyard & Estate

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

Mini Raft Hire

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

Off exploring Ropewalk

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

Meet the Mini Moos

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

Severn Valley Railway

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

English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

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…

Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

What's On Highlights

a parent and child viewing a Christmas tree in the park

Head to Attingham Park for magical adventure this Christmas as Noel the Dragon embarks on a quest…

Openings

Season

30th November 2024-5th January 2025
a group taking part in late night pottery painting, the social craft.

Late Night Pottery Painting @ Paint & Create - Bring along your friends for drinks, nibbles and…

Openings

7pm - 9pm

22nd November 2024

7pm - 9pm

26th November 2024

7pm - 9pm

29th November 2024

7pm - 9pm

3rd December 2024

7pm - 9pm

6th December 2024
Willow Christmas Decorations Workshop

Create your own willow decorations to decorate your home this Christmas.

Openings

Season

30th November 2024

Season

6th December 2024

Season

18th December 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

27th November 2024
Father Christmas, dressed in his iconic red suit with white trim, walks down a tree-lined path toward a large, red-brick Victorian-style house. He is

Father Christmas will be stopping off at Sunnycroft again this year.

Openings

Season

6th December 2024-22nd December 2024

Season

23rd December 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
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
Two individuals kneeling in front of a Christmas tree.

This Christmas, step into a festive world as Attingham brings stories, myths, and legends to life.

Openings

Season

30th November 2024-1st January 2025
murder-mystery-poster

Explore the city like never before with our cutting-edge mobile app as your trusty guide. Trek…

Openings

Season

23rd November 2024-24th November 2024

Season

30th November 2024-1st December 2024

Season

7th December 2024-8th December 2024

Season

14th December 2024-15th December 2024
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
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
Reindeer Willow Sculpture Workshop

Create your own willow reindeer to decorate your home this Christmas.

Openings

Season

24th 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
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
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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
two young children wearing reindeer antlers and Christmas jumpers under their coats.

This Christmas, train to become one of the RAF’s finest Elf Cadets. Learn how to load the sleigh,…

Openings

Season

30th November 2024-8th December 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
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
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

4-8:30pm

13th December 2024-15th December 2024

4-8:30pm

19th December 2024-21st December 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
a girl is ice skating with a balance aid (penguin shaped)

There's lots of festive fun to be had at Telford Ice Rink this Christmas, with a great selection of…

Openings

Skate with Princesses

7th December 2024-8th December 2024

Christmas Jumper weekend including live music on the ice

14th December 2024-15th December 2024

Schools Out for Christmas Disco

20th December 2024

Skate with Princesses

21st December 2024-22nd December 2024

Christmas Eve family skate

24th December 2024
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
Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Roll up! Roll up! This Christmas, Telford Theatre invites everyone to experience the greatest panto…

Openings

Various performance times available

17th December 2024-2nd January 2025
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

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…

Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

The International Hotel

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

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…

Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

Temple of Diana

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

The White Hart

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

Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

Master Suite

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

Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

YHA Coalbrookdale

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

The Malthouse Rooms

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

Ironbridge Holidays

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

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…

Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

Puddle Duck Cottages

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

Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

Ramada Hotel Telford

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

The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

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. Telford and Shropshire join forces in new Local Visitor Economy Partnership

    Telford & Wrekin Council and Shropshire Council, in partnership with Visit Telford and Visit Shropshire, are proud to announce that they have been awarded national accreditation from VisitEngland with approval to form a Telford and Shropshire Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP).

    13 Nov 2024
  2. Wellington High Street Christmas Lights

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

     

    23 Oct 2024
  3. Christmas at Ironbridge Valley of Invention

    Tickets are now on sale for Christmas celebrations at Ironbridge Valley of Invention.

    2 Oct 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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