Tourism News & Updates
Looking for things to do in Wolverhampton this summer? Whether you're planning a family day out, searching for scenic walking routes, wanting to get active outdoors or simply looking for the perfect picnic spot, West Park is one of Wolverhampton's most popular green spaces.
Looking for inspiration to keep the children entertained during the school holidays? Whether you're planning ahead for the summer break, half term, Easter or Christmas holidays, Wolverhampton offers plenty of exciting family-friendly attractions, outdoor adventures and indoor activities to suit all ages.
- 26th June 2026
Park Hall Countryside Experience in Oswestry has been able to keep ticket prices low this summer thanks to the Government’s Great British Summer Savings initiative, temporarily cutting VAT from 20% to 5% on qualifying family tickets and attractions.
- 26th June 2026
Tickets have gone live for Shropshire Petal Fields, which returns to Newport this summer from August 6th to 16th.
- 20th June 2026
The organisers behind Shropshire Petal Fields have announced two brand new music events which will be staged within their picturesque flower field event space ahead of the festival opening.
Shrewsbury International Comedy Festival (SICFest) has chosen Severn Hospice as its designated charity for this year’s event, set to take place in July.
Tourism businesses, makers and producers from across Mid Wales and alongside the Heart of Wales Line are being invited to take part in a new summer event designed to showcase the very best of the region to new audiences.
Canadian indie-folk music band The Fugitives return to the UK this summer with a concert at Albert’s Shed, Shrewsbury on Sunday 28 June as part of a two-week tour.
Summer in Walsall wouldn’t be the same without the colour, excitement, and community spirit of its much-loved carnivals and funfairs. Whether you're planning family days out, looking for thrilling rides, or just want to soak up the atmosphere, 2026 is shaping up to be another fantastic year.
- 1st May 2026
The Oteley Estate in Ellesmere will be opening its 10 acres of private gardens as part of the National Garden Scheme.