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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. Wellington Late Night Market
      Wellington Late Night Market's are back with great entertainment, and delicious food, it’s the perfect night out with family and friends!
      1. 27 Jul 2024
      2. 29 Jun 202329 Jun 2024
      3. 31 Aug 2024
      4. 28 Sep 2024
    3. 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

    Ironbridge Gorge Museums Jackfield Tile Museum

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

    Airea51 main arena

    AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

    Severn Valley Railway

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

    Ironbridge Gorge Museums Enginuity

    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…

    Ironbridge Gorge Museums Blists Hill Victorian Town

    Step back in time and experience the sights, sounds and smells of Victorian life at Blists Hill…

    The Old Coracle Shed

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

    Off exploring Ropewalk

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

    Hencote Vineyard & Estate

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

    Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

    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…

    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…

    Ironbridge Gorge Museums Coalport China Museum

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

    English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

    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…

    Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

    Team Photo with Animals

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

    Frankly Alpacas Alpaca Picnic

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

    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…

    Buildwas Abbey

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

    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…

    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…

    Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

    What's On Highlights

    Giant robot at Shropshire Camp Bestival

    Get ready to explore the wonderful world of Camp Bestival at Weston Park. Following a hugely…

    Openings

    Season

    15th August 2024-18th August 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
    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
    Stall holder at Newport Food Frenzy

    Newport High Street will be filled with artisan producers today as the town is set to enjoy its 8th…

    Openings

    Season

    29th September 2024
    A photo from the inside of a previous show showing visitors and a red performance Honda on display

    Japanese Performance Show, the only indoor Jap car show in the UK

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    18th August 2024
    a sip and paint class taking part in an event

    Have you always wanted to learn to paint? Or maybe you could use a little relaxation after a long…

    Openings

    7pm - 9pm

    5th July 2024
    Adam Purnell cooking over an open fire, meet on a spit

    Introduction to Fire Cooking - The basic fundamentals of cooking with fire, covering the essential…

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    6th August 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
    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
    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

    9th 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
    A bow tie on a plain background to promote the Father's Day offer

    Come along to Hoo Zoo this Father's Day and don’t forget to bring your dad along…for half price.

    Openings

    10am - 5pm

    16th June 2024
    Comic Con Midlands

    Monopoly Events is bringing Comic Con to Telford for the Midlands BIGGEST pop culture celebration!

    Openings

    Season

    15th June 2024-16th June 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
    Ticket holders enjoying the display in the night sky

    The organisers of the Weston Park Air Show International bring you a very special aerial show on…

    Openings

    9.30pm - 10.45pm

    15th 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
    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
    An illistrated map of the Shropshire Good Food Trail

    Indulge in a culinary journey like no other as we celebrate the Shropshire Good Food Trail in…

    Openings

    Season

    20th July 2024-31st August 2024
    Adam Purnell cooking on open flame

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

    Openings

    10a, - 4pm

    31st 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
    Digbeth Dining Club

    Exciting news for Telford foodies! Digbeth Dining Club is coming to Telford Town Park on its…

    Openings

    12 - 7pm (last entry 6pm)

    8th 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
    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
    Women in costume compete in egg'n'spoon race at Blists Hill Victorian Town.

    Blists Hill Victorian Town's annual sports weekend returns with the opportunity for visitors to…

    Openings

    Season

    15th June 2024-16th June 2024

    Where to Stay Highlights

    The Hundred House Hotel

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

    Master Suite

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

    Hadley Park House

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

    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…

    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…

    Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

    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…

    Ironbridge Holidays

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

    The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

    The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

    Front of Venue

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

    Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

    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 outside of The Summer House

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

    The White Hart

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

    hotel with path way at Goldstone

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

    1 Park Grange Holidays Static Caravans

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

    Puddle Duck Cottages

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

    Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

    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. Tantalise your taste buds this May Half Term at Ironbridge Valley of Invention

      This May half term, Ironbridge Valley of Invention is offering a jam-packed menu of events and activities inspired by the theme of food.

      16 May 2024
    2. Exploring Telford's Culinary Delights: Join the Shropshire Good Food Trail

      Indulge your taste buds and support local businesses as you embark on a culinary adventure across Telford. 

      16 May 2024
    3. Local artists invited to participate in the Footprint Gallery open exhibition

      The Footprint Gallery beckons artists from near and far to contribute their work for their upcoming Open Exhibition.

      25 Apr 2024
    4. 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
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