Things to do in Telford

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Telford
Blists Hill showing a small town or village
Coalport China Museum featuring heritage elements and interior views
Blists Hill showing signage
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Blists Hill showing signage

Blists Hill

Journey back to the Steam Age in this charming Victorian town, its industrial zone and its countryside, without modern contraptions of electricity and cars.

Blists Hill
Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron showing heritage elements

Ironbridge Gorge

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ironbridge Gorge during your travels in Telford. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Ironbridge Gorge
The Wrekin

The Wrekin

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at The Wrekin during your travels in Little Wenlock. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this relaxing area.

The Wrekin
Telford Town Park featuring autumn leaves and a park

Telford Town Park

The Wonderland, mini-golf and high-wire zip lines create a family playground in this vast park. Everyone can enjoy the nature trails and historical relics.

Telford Town Park
Jackfield Tile Museum featuring a small town or village

Jackfield Tile Museum

Enter this working Victorian factory and inspect the artistic panels hugging the recreated walls of a pub, a tube station and a church.

Jackfield Tile Museum
Coalport China Museum which includes a small town or village

Coalport China Museum

This museum has an eclectic collection of the china cups and pots that served as containers for the Victorians’ most cherished beverage and pastime: tea.

Coalport China Museum
Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron featuring heritage elements

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

A well-kept garden near a redbrick railway arcade harbors a 17th-century blast furnace in one of the pioneering villages of the Industrial Revolution.

Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron

Iron Bridge

You can find out about the history of Ironbridge with a visit to Iron Bridge. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Iron Bridge

The International Centre

Learn about the events happening in The International Centre during your trip to Telford. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.

The International Centre

Areas of Telford

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Hadley

Restaurants and historical sites are some things travellers note about Hadley. Check out Telford Shopping Centre or Telford Town Park while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Hadley
Cosford Royal Air Force Museum featuring aircraft and interior views

Shrewsbury

St. Bartholomews Church featuring a cemetery, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Shifnal

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Much Wenlock

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Lilleshall

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Photo by Andy and Hilary (CC BY-SA)

Hodnet

Frequently asked questions

Is Telford worth visiting?
Offering a blend of walking trails and nature, there are plenty of things to do in Telford. When you're here, visit Ironbridge Museum, a must-see attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Telford?
Once you've visited key attractions like Ironbridge Museum and Wonderland Telford, spend some time experiencing Telford's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Telford?
The top tourist attraction in Telford is Ironbridge Museum, so don't forget to include it on your sightseeing agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Telford?
Three days in Telford is plenty of time to enjoy the city's key attractions. Many travellers book for two days on average. Ironbridge Museum, Wonderland Telford and Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron are among the most popular sights. Like to see more? Stick around a bit longer to visit nearby hotspots like Birmingham.
Is Telford a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you plan to do and see in Telford. Several attractions, including Wonderland Telford and Ironbridge Open Air Museum of Steel Sculpture, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander through some of Telford's neighbourhoods, Oakengates is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Hadley is 3 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Telford with kids?
Whether you're holidaying with young explorers or playful teenagers, a schedule filled with fun activities is the key to a stress-free getaway. Browse our ideas for what to do in Telford with kids.

What to do in Telford for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or fan of nature, there are loads of things to do in Telford for adults including Jackfield Tile Museum and Coalport China Museum.
Are there free things to do in Telford?
One of the easiest ways to learn about free things to do in Telford is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can experience without reaching into your pocket. Ironbridge Open Air Museum of Steel Sculpture is one sight that doesn't charge an entrance fee.