Telford Fossil Festival
Schedule
Sat, 06 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 07 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Telford Natural History Museum | Telford, EN
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Get ready to travel back in time at the Telford Fossil Festival, taking place on Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 June 2026 at the Exotic Zoo & Telford Natural History Museum 🦖🦴This family-friendly celebration of prehistoric life brings together fossil lovers, palaeontology fans, and curious minds of all ages for a weekend packed with discovery and fun 🦴✨
Highlights include an exclusive talk and book signing with acclaimed palaeontologist Dr Dean Lomax and world-renowned palaeo-artist Bob Nicholls 🎤📚, where they’ll explore the hidden lives of dinosaurs and other ancient animals 🦕🔍 followed by Q&A and signing opportunities (Saturday Only) 📖
✍️ Books, signings & exclusive talks are available to purchase on the Add On page when booking your tickets
Browse an exciting range of fossil and paleoart vendors 🛍️🎨, jump into hands-on workshops and activities for all ages 🙌🧪, snap pics with the Jurassic Park Jeep 🦖🚙📸, and be among the first to see new museum specimens unveiled 👀🦴 plus the big reveal of the new public fossil preparation lab! 🧑🔬✨
Whether you’re starting your fossil journey or deepening your passion for Earth’s history 🌍💚, this festival promises fossil fun, expert insights, and unforgettable experiences for all 🙌
Save the dates – 6 & 7 June 2026! 📅🦖
11am-4pm
Current Vendors:
Harriet Rose Art - Linocut prints, totes, stickers, cards etc
Lee Brown - Hand-drawn & painted paleoart
Speed Thief - Paleoart t-shirts, stickers & Dino comics
Carla Owen - Dinosaur models & trinkets
PLUS more to be confirmed! 👀
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Where is it happening?
Telford Natural History Museum, Exotic Zoo, Hinkshay Road,Telford, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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