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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

      Mini Raft Hire

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

      Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

      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…

      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…

      Severn Valley Railway

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

      Weston Park House & Gardens

      Welcome to 1,000 acres of wonderful Set amongst 1,000 acres of Capability Brown landscaped parkland…

      Hencote Vineyard & Estate

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

      Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

      Ironbridge Gorge Museums Blists Hill Victorian Town

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

      Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

      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…

      Wellington Orbit

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

      Telford Town Park

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

      Frankly Alpacas Alpaca Picnic

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

      English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

      The Old Coracle Shed

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

      Team Photo with Animals

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

      Off exploring Ropewalk

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

      Golf Course

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

      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…

      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…

      Spa Treatments

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

      What's On Highlights

      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
      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
      Two girls are playing in the sand with buckets and spades

      The seaside returns to Blists Hill Victorian Town in land-locked Shropshire for a second year!

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      20th July 2024-3rd September 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
      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
      festival goers pictured laughing and enjoying their experience.

      Soul Revolution is a transformational festival where holistic health, world music and community…

      Openings

      Season

      21st June 2024-24th 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
      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
      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
      Walking through Wellington

      Get your walking boots ready, Wellington Walking Festival is back for it's 13th year!  Explore 33…

      Openings

      Season

      11th September 2024-17th September 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
      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
      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
      Large bubble blower with Waters Edge Festival sign in the background

      Join Red Rooster Events for their 4th Water's Edge Festival. A fantastic day packed full of no…

      Openings

      Season

      14th September 2024
      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

      13th July 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
      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
      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
      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
      1940s Telford Steam Railway

      1940s throwback weekend hosted by Telford Steam Railway

      Openings

      Season

      24th August 2024-25th August 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
      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
      Beef on a wooden chopping block with a pan of side

      All About Beef - What it says on the tin, this class is all about beef! We will look at a variety…

      Openings

      10am - 4pm

      13th May 2024
      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

      Where to Stay Highlights

      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…

      Puddle Duck Cottages

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

      Ironbridge Holidays

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

      Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

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

      Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

      hotel with path way at Goldstone

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

      Temple of Diana

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

      Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

      The outside of The Summer House

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

      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…

      Hadley Park House

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

      Holiday Inn Telford

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

      The White Hart

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

      Coalport Station Holidays

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

      The Malthouse Rooms

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

      The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

      Lilleshall House

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

      The Hundred House Hotel

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

      The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

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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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