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Inspiration

  1. Summer blooms are bursting with joy and its time to embrace the season and what better way than joining in the hand tied bouquet workshop with Nettie of the Gorge.
    1. 22 Jun 2024
  2. Cattle on show at Newport Show
    1. 13 Jul 2024
  3. One of the award-winning museums within the Ironbridge Valley of Invention, managed by the Ironbridge Gorge museum Trust. Discover how British tile designers fashioned our world at Jackfield Tile Museum. Experience some of the most beautiful tiles in the world, including designs by famous artists. Discover where natural resources met amazing skills, artistry and craft in a 19th-century creative hub. Explore galleries and room settings (Edwardian Tube Station, butchers and church) filled with tiles you can touch. See tiles by Salvador Dali and William Morris and Victorian tiles in an original, working factory. Take part in tile decorating workshops throughout school holiday periods (additional costs apply) and create designs of your own.
    1. Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World, formerly known as Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom is a small family run zoo in Shropshire.
      1. 1 Jan 000131 Dec 9999
    2. Frankly Alpaca invites visitors to a special spring farm experience, offering the chance to meet cuddly lambs, cute alpacas, and mini moos.
      1. Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells
        This exciting event offers a range of guided walks for locals and visitors alike to explore the stunning scenery of Telford. Whether you are a seasoned hiker or a family looking for a fun day out, there is a walk to suit all abilities and interests.
        1. 27 May 20242 Jun 2024

      Things To Do Highlights

      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…

      Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

      Ironbridge Gorge Museums Jackfield Tile Museum

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

      Team Photo with Animals

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

      Severn Valley Railway

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

      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…

      The Old Coracle Shed

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

      Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

      Wellington Orbit

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

      Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

      Airea51 main arena

      AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

      Ironbridge Gorge Museums Coalport China Museum

      Marvel at spectacular creations, exquisite ceramics and extraordinary craftsmanship at Coalport…

      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…

      Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

      Frankly Alpacas Alpaca Picnic

      Imagine sitting with your family and friends on a bench in a tranquil and peaceful outdoor space,…

      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…

      Ironbridge Gorge Museums The Old Furnace and Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

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

      Some of the locomotives that may be seen at Telford Steam Railway

      Telford Steam Railway operates every Sunday and Bank Holiday from Easter until the end of September…

      Lady at a bowling alley

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

      Golf Course

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

      What's On Highlights

      A table of fire cooked food

      It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby…

      Openings

      10am - 4pm

      18th June 2024
      Classic motor day event with the classic vehicles lined up through the field.

      Local enthusiasts will show off their classic vehicles and share their passion, at this popular…

      Openings

      10am - 3pm (cars arrival from 8.30am)

      14th July 2024
      The music stage and enthusiastic audience at CamperJam

      Camper Jam is a friendly, fun filled show with a chilled out, take it easy vibe.

      Openings

      Season

      5th July 2024-7th July 2024
      Two shire horses are pictured pulling a passenger cart through the streets of Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      11th May 2024-12th May 2024
      ELO Experience band pictured performing live music

      Clubfest 2024 promises an incredible, all-inclusive event that's not to be missed!

      Openings

      Season

      24th May 2024-28th May 2024
      Three Oddsocks cast members dressed in togas

      Julius Caesar - the most famous political coup in literature is given the Oddsocks treatment

      Openings

      7.30pm

      7th July 2024
      DJ in DJ Booth with red lasers surrounding him

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

      Openings

      2-11pm

      22nd June 2024-23rd June 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
      A velociraptor pictured in front of the Jurassic park gate.

      Come to Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World for a fantastic weekend of all things Dinosaur!!

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      24th August 2024-26th August 2024
      Ranger vehicles and dinosaur shown in the grounds

      From Jurassic Park cars to roaming dinosaurs and Fossil hunters all set amongst one of the largest…

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      6th May 2024
      Summer dried wreath workshop with Nettie of the Gorge

      Celebrate the beauty of Summer blooms with a Summer Wreath Making experience with Nettie of the…

      Openings

      Season

      8th June 2024
      trays of potted plants ready to be taken home to your garden

      Are you looking for some late blooming plants to cheer your garden up after the Summer?

      Openings

      10.30am

      8th September 2024
      Adam Purnell cooking on open flame

      Taking it to the next level - Intermediate class. This class skips the basics of fire management,…

      Openings

      10am - 4pm

      29th April 2024

      10a, - 4pm

      31st July 2024
      An illustration of lots of different dishes on a table with place settings in a Victorian style.

      The famous Mrs Beeton makes a special appearance at Blists Hill Victorian Town 25 May - 2 June,…

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      25th May 2024-2nd June 2024
      Weston Park International Air Show

      Prepare to be dazzled, enthralled and mesmerised at the 2024 Air Show – International!

      Openings

      10am - 5.30pm

      14th June 2024-16th June 2024
      Children's dog competes at the Victorian Dog Show at Blists Hill Victorian Town

      Celebrate your four-legged companion at the annual Victorian Dog Show at Blists Hill Victorian…

      Openings

      Season

      8th June 2024-9th June 2024
      An illustration of Doctor Dolittle with the animals

      Family theatre - Doctor Dolittle leads a simple life as the village doctor in sleepy…

      Openings

      3pm

      20th August 2024
      Summer hand tied bouquet workshop with Nettie of the Gorge

      Summer blooms are bursting with joy and its time to embrace the season and what better way than…

      Openings

      Season

      22nd June 2024
      Adam Purnell cooking over an open fire

      Kadai Firebowl masterclass - This class has a 100% focus on open fire cooking on a Kadai. This is a…

      Openings

      10am - 4pm

      7th August 2024
      Jurassic Park film logo

      BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Watch the 1993 smash hit, Jurassic Park, on a huge outdoor cinema screen…

      Openings

      8.30pm

      24th August 2024
      Steampunk festival attendees at Blists Hill Victorian Town wearing steampunk costumes

      Step into 'The Town that Never Was', a weekend in the retro-futuristic world of Steampunk. The…

      Openings

      Season

      29th June 2024-30th June 2024
      Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells

      This exciting event offers a range of guided walks for locals and visitors alike to explore the…

      Openings

      Season

      27th May 2024-2nd June 2024
      An illustration of a woolly mammoth with Nigel's headshot inserted

      Nigel Marven IS BACK and this time he’s helping Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World celebrate the Ice Age!

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      1st June 2024-2nd June 2024
      1 mile marker of the races

      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

      Where to Stay Highlights

      Temple of Diana

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

      1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

      Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

      Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

      Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

      hotel with path way at Goldstone

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

      Master Suite

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

      Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

      TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

      Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

      The International Hotel

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

      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 Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

      At The Barn at Lees Farm, we believe in business done sustainably, from being environmentally…

      Coalport Station Holidays

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

      Ironbridge Holidays

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

      YHA Coalbrookdale

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

      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…

      The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

      At The Barn at Lees Farm, we believe in business done sustainably, from being environmentally…

      Holiday Inn Telford

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

      The Hundred House Hotel

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

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      Inspiration

      1. Strategic plan to boost Telford and Wrekin's visitor economy approved

        Approval for a Telford Destination Management Plan (DMP) has been granted marking a significant step forward to driving economic growth and enhancing the borough's appeal as a visitor destination.

        11 Apr 2024
      2. Walkers looking at a map on the T50 walking trail

        It's time to get outdoors with a packed programme of free activities for all ages, abilities and interests. 

        3 Apr 2024
      3. Easter fun at Weston Park

        Easter is fast approaching, with early Spring lambs and hopeful sunny skies, it's the perfect time to explore the 1,000 acres of estate.

        15 Mar 2024
      4. Have an Eggstraordinary Easter at Ironbridge Valley of Invention

        This Easter, Ironbridge Valley of Invention will host an array of eggstraordinary events for families.

        15 Mar 2024
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