Telford is a town located in the Telford and Wrekin borough of Shropshire, England. It serves as the primary administrative center for the Telford and Wrekin Council. The town is situated near the River Severn, close to the eastern boundary of the county.
The area surrounding the town features several notable landmarks, including The Wrekin, a hill that is part of the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. To the south lies the Ironbridge Gorge, which is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This region is internationally recognized as "The Birthplace of Industry" due to its development during the Industrial Revolution on the Shropshire Coalfield.