



Things to Do in Shropshire This Weekend with Kids
Our top picks for families in Shropshire this weekend โ from free parks and museums to paid experiences. We update this list every week with the venues and events we'd actually recommend, so you can make the most of your Saturday and Sunday.
Events & Groups this weekend
Fri 6 โ Sun 8 Nov ยท Shropshire
Country Parks(4)

Pistyll Rhaeadr(Waterfall)
โ 4.7Visit Wales' highest single-drop waterfall for spectacular natural scenery and outdoor exploration perfect for families.

National Trust - Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd
โ 4.8Explore scenic valleys and open moorland with walking trails, streams, and outdoor activities across the Long Mynd estate in Shropshire.

The Mere - Ellesmere
โ 4.7Explore a scenic lakeside country park with walking trails, boathouse dining, and family-friendly outdoor activities in a peaceful natural setting.

Mortimer Forest
โ 4.8Explore extensive walking trails through ancient woodlands and open habitats, perfect for families seeking outdoor adventure and nature discovery.
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Farms(4)

Fordhall Organic Farm
โ 4.5Explore an organic working farm with farm trails, Arthur's Farm Kitchen, and a farm shop, perfect for families seeking countryside experiences and local food.

Home Farm Attingham
โ 4.6Explore a working farm with outdoor activities and a cafe, perfect for families wanting a countryside experience.

Park Hall The Countryside Experience
โ 4.7Explore animals, indoor play areas, outdoor adventures, and educational exhibits all included in one ticket on this working countryside farm.

Acton Scott Heritage Farm
โ 4.7Experience working 19th century rural life across 22 historic acres with rare breed animals, heavy horses, and costumed volunteers demonstrating traditional crafts.
Museums(4)

The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust Head Office
โ 4.5Explore industrial heritage across multiple museums showcasing the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution in this historic gorge.

Shrewsbury Prison
โ 4.6Explore a historic prison with guided tours, escape rooms, and interactive experiences suitable for families and educational groups of all ages.

British Ironwork Centre
โ 4.7Explore a working ironworks heritage centre featuring artisan demonstrations, sculpture parks, and family activities with dining and shopping.

Blists Hill Victorian Town
โ 4.6Step back in time at this immersive Victorian ironworking town where families explore authentic 19th-century buildings, crafts, and industrial heritage.
Historic Houses(2)

National Trust - Attingham Park Estate
โ 4.7Explore a grand 18th-century mansion set within extensive grounds featuring woodland walks, gardens, and family-friendly activities.

Attingham Park
โ 4.7Explore a grand Georgian mansion set within expansive parklands, offering family-friendly grounds perfect for outdoor adventures and historical discovery.
Theme Parks(2)

Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World
โ 4.6Explore the UK's most realistic dinosaurs and exotic animals across themed lands, with interactive experiences and family-friendly attractions.

BeWILDerwood Cheshire
โ 4.6Explore an enchanting outdoor adventure park where children's storybook characters come to life with interactive activities, mazes, zip wires, and woodland exploration.
Botanical Garden(1)
Indoor Climbing(1)
Play Cafรฉ(1)
Wildlife Center(1)
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