Local Events
2025 Events To Look Out For in Shropshire, Herefordshire and North Wales
There are plenty of fantastic events coming up in 2025 that are local to our parks across Shropshire, Herefordshire and North Wales.
If you’re planning a stay at our parks this year, read on to discover the events to look out for in 2025. From retro music festivals to mountain marathons and with food, literary and even river festivals along the way, don’t forget to book with us early for some of these events as they can be very popular!
Dates are correct at the time of posting, but please double-check with the event’s website for the most up to date information.
Shrewsbury
If you are staying at our Oxon Hall Touring Park in Shrewsbury this year, here are some key dates for your diary:
Shrewsbury Food Festival
When: Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th June
Where: The Quarry Park, Shrewsbury, SY1 1RN
Get those tastebuds tingling at the Shrewsbury Food Festival! Enjoy delicious food from street food vendors, independent food producers and top chefs, plus live music, home and garden stalls and chef demos.
Let’s Rock – Retro Festival
When: Saturday 12th July
Where: The Quarry Park, Shrewsbury, SY1 1RN
Celebrate music from the 80s at this retro music festival! 2025 acts include Holly Johnson from Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Tony Hadley, Matt Goss from Bros and Toyah.
Shrewsbury Flower Show
Edit 16/04/2025: Please note the Shrewsbury Flower Show 2025 has been cancelled.
Where: The Quarry Park, Shrewsbury, SY1 1RN
The biggest event in the Shrewsbury calendar, the Flower Show attracts visitors from across the country. Marvel at beautiful floral displays before stopping to take in talks and demonstrations, plus enjoy live music and a variety of craft and food stalls.
Shrewsbury Folk Festival
When: Friday 22nd to Monday 25th August
Where: West Midlands Showground, Shrewsbury, SY1 2PF
From newcomers to the music scene to established musicians, the Shrewsbury Folk Festival has a huge range of live music performances in the folk and world music genres. With on-site catering, bars and a craft fair, this festival is fun for all the family.
Shrewsbury Steam Rally
When: Sunday 24th and Monday 25th August
Where: Onslow Park, SY3 5EE
Step back in time and enjoy over 1000 exhibits at the Shrewsbury Steam Rally, from steam-powered engines and vintage cars, tractors and motorbikes, to fairground rides and even prams! Watch the vehicles parade through the Main Arena, or see demonstrations of traditional farming techniques from the last century in the Working Field.
Shropshire Oktoberfest
When: Friday 3rd & Saturday 4th October
Where: The Quarry Park, Shrewsbury, SY1 1RN
Discover local ale, cider, beer, wine and more at the Shropshire Oktoberfest. Held in The Quarry park in Shrewsbury, visitors can pair their drinks with delicious street food before enjoying live comedy and music or taking part in the silent disco.
Ludlow
A town of festivals, there is plenty to fill your calendar with in Ludlow – right on the doorstep of our Ludlow Touring Park:
Ludlow Spring Festival
When: Friday 9th to Sunday 11th May
Where: Ludlow Rugby Club, SY8 1EE
Explore a fantastic variety of food and drink exhibitors from Ludlow and the Welsh Marches. Held in the grounds of Ludlow Castle, Ludlow Spring Festival is also the place to see the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) Wales & West Regional Awards, as well as live music, comedy and talks.
Live at Ludlow Castle
When: Thursday 17th July to Saturday 26th July
Where: Ludlow Castle, SY8 1AY
With 2025 bringing the first year of the Ludlow Castle Comedy Festival, featuring Russell Howard and Katherine Ryan as headliners amongst a line-up of fantastic comedians, Live at Ludlow Castle also features live concerts from Olly Murs, Texas, The Script, Supergrass and Faithless. Be sure to grab your tickets early, as these popular events may sell out!
Ludlow Magnalonga
When: Sunday 10th August
Where: Marches countryside (exact route TBC)
Enjoy a ramble and local produce as you follow the eight-mile Magnalonga trail through the beautiful countryside. Stop at refreshment points along the way and taste delicious meals made from local produce, as well as locally sourced drinks such as ale, cider and water.
Ludlow Food Festival
When: Friday 12th September to Sunday 14th September
Where: Ludlow Castle, SY8 1AY
A firm favourite for all the foodies, the Ludlow Food Festival features a wonderful array of food activities, from chef appearances and talks, to trails, masterclasses and workshops. Explore local produce from talented exhibitors and discover a mouth-watering variety of tasty goodies.
Bridgnorth
From steam trains to the 1940s, if you’re visiting our Stanmore Hall Touring Park here are some Bridgnorth events for 2025:
Severn Valley Spring Gala
When: Friday 18th to Monday 21st April
Where: Severn Valley Railway
As part of their 60th year anniversary celebrations, the Severn Valley Railway will be hosting its popular Spring Gala, where visitors can step back in time and take a journey on vintage steam trains. With dining options available, this is a fantastic event for all the family.
Step Back to the 1940s
When: Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th June, and Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th June
Where: Severn Valley Railway
Be transported to the Blitz era through two weekends of rip-roaring fun at the Severn Valley Railway. Discover a variety of vintage things to see and do at stations along the 16-mile railway.
Bridgnorth Town Carnival
When: Sunday 22nd June
Where: Low Town, Bridgnorth (finishing at Severn Park)
Enjoy fun for all the family at Bridgnorth Town Carnival. View a variety of floats, vehicles and live entertainment, as well as stalls, food and drink and a dog show!
Experience and Craft Days
When: Various dates throughout the year
Where: Ironbridge Gorge Museums, Telford
Whether you fancy a clay workshop, trying your hand at traditional printing techniques, or even making your very own Victorian straw boater hat, the Ironbridge Gorge Museums offer a fantastic programme of workshops and events.
Hay Festival Image Credit: Adam Tatton Reid
Llanberis
A haven for those looking for outdoor adventure, there are plenty of events on the doorstep of our Llanberis Touring Park in 2025:
Ultra Trail Snowdonia
When: Friday 16th to Sunday 18th May
Where: Start point in Llanberis, Snowdonia
Test your running ability and take on the Ultra Trail Snowdonia. Starting in Llanberis, there are various routes to take part in that traverse mountain trails across Snowdonia and reward runners with breathtaking views along the way.
Caernarfon Food Festival
When: Saturday 10th May
Where: Caernarfon
Take a stroll through the various stalls at Caernarfon Food Festival, each one brimming with freshly cooked food, or try tasty samples of food and drink and watch a live cooking demonstration. There are a variety of activities for all the family.
Slateman Triathlon
When: Sunday 8th June
Where: Llanberis
Starting in Llanberis, tackle this challenging triathlon through the breathtaking scenery of Snowdonia. Swim in the refreshing waters of Llyn Padarn, cycle through Beddgelert and around Snowdon, before running a course that travels a 2km climb through Dinorwic Slate Quarry.
Snowdonia Marathon Eyri
When: Saturday 25th October
Where: Llanberis
Voted the Best British Marathon twice, the Snowdonia Marathon Eyri starts in Llanberis and circles around Snowdon. Runners will navigate Llanberis Pass, through Beddgelert and Waunfawr, before climbing at Bwlch y Groes.
Betws-y-Coed
Step back in time to the Victorian era or rack up those steps on a half-marathon, here are some key events only a short distance away from our Riverside Touring Park.
Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza
When: Saturday 3rd May to Monday 5th May
Where: Llandudno
Be transported back to Victorian times at the Llandudno Victorian Extravaganza and discover vintage attractions and entertainment, plus a Victorian fun fair and a street parade of steam engines.
Conwy River Festival
When: Friday 11th to Sunday 13th July, and Thursday 17th to Saturday 19th July
Where: Conwy Bay, Conwy
With two separate events held, enjoy the regatta weekend and the popular Quay Day on Saturday 12th July with nautical-themed activities, games and entertainment, as well as the famous LA-LA Rally that takes a route through to Caernarfon.
Betws-y-Coed Trail Challenge
When: Saturday 29th to Sunday 30th November
Where: Betws-y-Coed
With different routes available of 5k, 10k and half-marathon lengths, each one starts in Betws-y-Coed before heading through the lush Gwydir Forest and navigating around Llyn Elsi.
Herefordshire
Philosophy, literature and food are just a few of the treats lined up in the 2025 Herefordshire event calendar. Keep these dates in your diary if you are visiting our Poston Mill Touring Park this year.
RossBeerFest
When: Saturday 3rd to Saturday 4th May
Where: Ross-on-Wye
Discover a wide range of beer and cider at this two-day festival, and relax with a beverage whilst listening to live music from regional bands and artists.
HowTheLightGetsIn
When: Friday 23rd May to Monday 26th May
Where: Off Newport Street, Hay-on-Wye, HR3 5BZ
Located alongside the River Wye, HowTheLightGetsIn is the world’s largest music and philosophy festival. Leading thinkers from around the world, including journalists, politicians, physicists, psychologists and philosophers, offer visitors the chance to debate and discuss various thought-provoking topics.
Hay Festival
When: Thursday 22nd May to Sunday 1st June
Where: Hay-on-Wye
Perhaps the biggest event in the Herefordshire calendar, the Hay Festival aims to inspire its visitors and ignite new ways of thinking through the world of literature. The Festival invites conversation around art, culture and science with talks from authors, journalists, comedians and more – all in the National Book Town of Wales.
Golden Valley Vintage and Country Fair
When: Saturday 7th June
Where: Moorhampton Park Farm, Abbey Dore, HR2 0AL
Enjoy a fantastic programme including exhibits of classic cars, tractors and steam engines, a dog show, falconry, dog show, medieval re-enactment, stalls, food and drink and more.
Hereford Indie Food Festival
When: Date TBC (usually August)
Where: Hereford
Try delicious foods at the Hereford Indie Food Festival from independent food and drinks businesses based in Herefordshire and further afield. Soak up the atmosphere and listen to live music, or browse the maker’s market for a delicious treat to take home. At the time of writing the 2025 event has not yet been announced, so please check their website for updates.
There is always plenty to see and do in the local areas surrounding our award-winning touring parks – where will your next adventure take you?
