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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

      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

      Weston Park, one of England's finest Stately Homes

      Weston Park is no ordinary stately home. Set amongst 1,000 acres of Capability Brown landscaped…

      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…

      Spa Treatments

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

      Ironbridge Gorge Museums Enginuity

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

      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…

      Airea51 main arena

      AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

      Lady at a bowling alley

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

      Severn Valley Railway

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

      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…

      Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

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

      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…

      Footpath through woodland

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

      Small Woods

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

      Frankly Alpacas Alpaca Picnic

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

      Ironbridge Gorge Museums Coalport China Museum

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

      Telford Town Park

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

      Hencote Vineyard & Estate

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

      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…

      Wellington Orbit

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

      Mini Raft Hire

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

      Team Photo with Animals

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

      What's On Highlights

      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
      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
      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
      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
      Guitarist John Campbell pictured performing on stage

      Catch ARE YOU EXPERIENCED? when they come to town and relive the excitement and explosive stage…

      Openings

      7.30p,

      27th April 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
      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

      25th April 2024

      10am - 4pm

      14th May 2024

      10am - 4pm

      6th August 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
      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
      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
      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
      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
      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
      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
      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
      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
      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
      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
      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
      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
      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
      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
      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
      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

      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…

      Lilleshall House

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

      Temple of Diana

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

      Holiday Inn Telford

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

      The Malthouse Rooms

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

      The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

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

      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…

      YHA Coalbrookdale

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

      Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

      The Swan Taphouse

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

      hotel with path way at Goldstone

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

      Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

      Priory Cottage Stable Wing

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

      The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

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

      Ironbridge Holidays

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

      Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

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

      The White Hart

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

      Ramada Hotel Telford

      Set in the heart of Telford with its beautiful on site gardens, the Ramada Telford Ironbridge has…

      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…

      Master Suite

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

      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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