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Telford may not be an ancient town – in fact it was built in the 1960s to bring together mining villages, town and farms in the area – but you'll find plenty of history here. With excellent transport links to London and the rest of the UK, this West Midlands town is the largest in the county of Shropshire. Stay in Telford and choose from a range of accommodation, from luxury boutique hotels to corporate chains and cosy B&Bs.

The Best Places to Stay in Telford

Families enjoying a holiday in Telford can stay in a cosy town centre B&B, or one of the many chain hotels offering affordable accommodation. Couples or groups of friends will find design hotels, golf resorts and country house hotels offering luxurious accommodation in a boutique setting. And if you're visiting Telford on business, most well-known corporate hotels provide meeting facilities and free WiFi.

Fun for All the Family in Telford

Those planning a family day out will be spoilt for choice in Telford. The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford is the place to head if aviation history is your thing – it's one of the largest aviation museums in the UK and home to 70 historic planes, including the oldest Spitfire in the world. On sunny afternoons, stop off at Sunnycroft National Trust in Wellington to explore the treasures of this Victorian-era house and five acre estate. Afterwards, the kids can burn off some energy with a round of animal-themed crazy golf at Safari Land.

Enjoy the Great Outdoors with a Stay in Telford

Outdoors enthusiasts can head for Telford Snowboard and Ski Centre where you can practice on an 85-metre dry ski slope. If you prefer something a little more leisurely, cycling and walking is also a popular choice in the area. Hire a bike and enjoy almost 35 miles of traffic-free cycle paths along The Ironbridge Gorge, or take a bike tour of Telford Town Park. There's even the opportunity to hire tandem cycles for a romantic bike ride or family afternoon out. After all that exercise you'll sleep well at one of Telford's country house hotels, many of which have spa facilities, where you can soothe those aching muscles.

Stay Near the Shops and Restaurants of Telford

Telford Shopping Centre is the largest indoor mall in Shropshire, home to a variety of chain stores and restaurants, whether you're in the mood for pizza, chicken or Italian cuisine. Pick up some local produce for lunch at the farmers markets in The Square and don't miss the famous frog clock, which puts on an entertaining display every hour. You'll find a range of chain and independent eateries at The Forge Retail Park and in the Southwater Leisure Quarter – why not wash your meal down with a pint of the real ale that Shropshire is famous for? Business travellers will find most chain hotels in Telford town centre offer a range of dining options, perfect for a quiet night in.

A Relaxing Break at Hotels in Telford

Telford is easy to reach by rail from London and well connected by the M54 motorway, and hotels here offer excellent facilities for families, couples and business travellers. The choice of hotels on offer includes everything from historic country house hotels offering spa treatments to family-run B&Bs serving up hearty home-cooked breakfasts.