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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

      Golf Course

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

      Severn Valley Railway

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

      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…

      Off exploring Ropewalk

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

      Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

      Frankly Alpacas Alpaca Picnic

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

      Lady at a bowling alley

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

      Ironbridge Gorge Museums Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

      Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

      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…

      Footpath through woodland

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

      Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

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

      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…

      English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

      Ironbridge Gorge Museums Enginuity

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

      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…

      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

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

      Ironbridge Gorge Museums Coalport China Museum

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

      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

      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…

      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

      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
      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

      19th June 2024

      7pm - 9pm

      12th July 2024

      7pm - 9pm

      22nd August 2024

      7pm - 9pm

      25th September 2024

      7pm - 9pm

      15th October 2024

      7pm - 9pm

      13th November 2024

      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
      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
      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
      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
      Image from Ironbridge Brass Band Festival 2023

      Head to the historic setting of Coalbrookdale to enjoy a weekend of performances from some of the…

      Openings

      Season

      13th July 2024-14th July 2024
      A wild west gun shooter pictured in full costume

      Come along this Independence Day Weekend to Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World and celebrate all things…

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      6th July 2024-7th July 2024
      1940s Telford Steam Railway

      1940s throwback weekend hosted by Telford Steam Railway

      Openings

      Season

      24th August 2024-25th August 2024
      A man is seen standing on the back of a steam engine, driving it down the road at Blists Hill Victorian Town

      The annual steam gala weekend is coming back to Blists Hill Victorian Town this August!

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      10th August 2024-11th August 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
      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
      Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron buildings pictured through trees and greenery

      For one day only entry to Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron will be free as it hosts a special day-long…

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      27th 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
      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
      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
      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
      Vegetables cooking on an open grill

      All about the veggies - Vegetables and fire are like a match made in heaven, yet the veg often gets…

      Openings

      10am - 4pm

      13th August 2024
      a cartoon picture of Santa sitting in a beach chair on a beach with a drink in a coconut in his hand.  He's wearing his santa hat with shorts and t-sh

      Come along for a unique experience at Hoo Zoo. See Santa as he visits his furry and feathered…

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      22nd June 2024
      The theatre group pictured performing on an open air stage

      Join the troupe in Bowring Park for a bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ‘The Comedy of…

      Openings

      7pm

      6th September 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
      A man is pictured driving a steam engine.

      Miniature steam engines roam around Blists Hill Victorian Town

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      13th July 2024-14th 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
      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
      Race for Life Telford - 10k

      Walk, jog or run in a group or go solo to raise money for life-saving research.

      Openings

      9:30am

      26th May 2024

      Where to Stay Highlights

      YHA Coalbrookdale

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

      The Swan Taphouse

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

      Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

      Lilleshall House

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

      Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

      The International Hotel

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

      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…

      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…

      Holiday Inn Telford

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

      The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

      Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

      Ironbridge Holidays

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

      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 Malthouse Rooms

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

      TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

      Puddle Duck Cottages

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

      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…

      The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

      Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

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

      Master Suite

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

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      Inspiration

      1. 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
      2. A free exhibition exploring the science of iron is now open in Coalbrookdale

        Go on a journey from iron’s origins in space billions of years ago through to its use by humankind and in the Ironbridge Gorge. 

        24 Apr 2024
      3. 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
      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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