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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

    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…

    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…

    Ironbridge Gorge Museums Enginuity

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

    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…

    Buildwas Abbey

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

    Weston Park House & Gardens

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

    Small Woods

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

    Hencote Vineyard & Estate

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

    Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

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

    Spa Treatments

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

    Lilleshall Hall Gardens

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

    The Old Coracle Shed

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

    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

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

    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…

    Ironbridge Gorge Museums Jackfield Tile Museum

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

    Wroxeter Roman Cityu

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

    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

    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…

    Off exploring Ropewalk

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

    Severn Valley Railway

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

    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…

    What's On Highlights

    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
    Wellington Late Night Market

    Wellington Late Night Market's are back with great entertainment, and delicious food, it’s the…

    Openings

    Season

    29th June 2023-29th June 2024

    Season

    27th July 2024

    Season

    31st August 2024

    Season

    28th 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
    Summer dried wreath workshop with Nettie of the Gorge

    Celebrate the beauty of Summer blooms with a Summer Wreath Making experience with Nettie of the…

    Openings

    Season

    8th June 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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    1940s Telford Steam Railway

    1940s throwback weekend hosted by Telford Steam Railway

    Openings

    Season

    24th August 2024-25th August 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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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

    Where to Stay Highlights

    hotel with path way at Goldstone

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

    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…

    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…

    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…

    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…

    Ironbridge View Townhouse

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

    Lilleshall House

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

    Coalport Station Holidays

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

    The Swan Taphouse

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

    Ramada Hotel Telford

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

    Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

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

    The White Hart

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

    Master Suite

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

    Temple of Diana

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

    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. 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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