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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

    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…

    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…

    English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

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

    Frankly Alpacas Alpaca Picnic

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

    Golf Course

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

    Small Woods

    Small Woods are the national charitable organisation who stand for sustainable woods alive with…

    The Old Coracle Shed

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

    Telford Town Park Waterplay

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

    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

    Team Photo with Animals

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

    Telford Bike Hub

    Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

    Ironbridge Gorge Museums Coalport China Museum

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

    Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

    Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

    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…

    Weston Park House & Gardens

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

    Royal Air Force Museum Midlands

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

    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…

    Buildwas Abbey

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

    Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

    What's On Highlights

    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
    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
    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
    Adam Purnell pictured cooking over fire

    This is a great opportunity to learn how to utilise these Kamado Joe grills to their full…

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    14th August 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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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 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

    5th June 2024

    7pm - 9pm

    3rd October 2024

    7pm - 9pm

    6th November 2024

    7pm - 9pm

    27th November 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
    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
    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
    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
    1940s Telford Steam Railway

    1940s throwback weekend hosted by Telford Steam Railway

    Openings

    Season

    24th August 2024-25th August 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
    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

    Where to Stay Highlights

    Hadley Park House

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

    Lilleshall House

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

    Holiday Inn Telford

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

    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…

    Coalport Station Holidays

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

    Front of Venue

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

    Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

    Master Suite

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

    Puddle Duck Cottages

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

    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 - The Annex

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

    The Hundred House Hotel

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

    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…

    TEL;Scouts Meadow

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

    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 Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

    The International Hotel

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

    The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

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

    YHA Coalbrookdale

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

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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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