Nowhere else in Britain could bring us Lenny Henry, Caitlin Moran and Ozzy Osbourne.
Got a sweet tooth? This Brum hotspot is absolutely chocka with attractions and interactive experiences.... Keep reading
Speed demons, this one's for you! Pick from five different racing tracks and experiences for all ages and skill levels. Take on your team... Keep reading
Romance. Murder. Bloodthirsty battles. Most castles have exciting histories – but the here and now can sometimes be more ‘meh’ than ‘yeah’. Not at... Keep reading
In Birmingham and looking for a day out that’s a bit different? The National SEA Life Centre is a pretty great pick. For kids,... Keep reading
The LEGO® people were onto something when they said this is the ultimate indoor playground for kids. Get your LEGOLAND® Birmingham tickets here to... Keep reading
If you’ve ever said ‘I could do that’ from the comfort of your sofa while ex-Special Forces TV star Bear Grylls confronts wild animals... Keep reading
Alton Towers is the UK’s biggest theme park. One of its (many) selling points is that it’s a real all-rounder. With over 40 rides... Keep reading
Maybe it’s something in the chocolate? Check it out yourself at Birmingham’s Cadbury World after melting your credit card shopping at Bullring & Grand Central. Brum’s canal quarter is also packed with hip bars and restaurants nowadays – but try the plush Barton Arms for a retro gin palace vibe.
Kids love Legoland Discovery Centre and Thinktank Birmingham Science Centre. And away from the big city, there’s Waterworld and Trentham Monkey Forest in Staffordshire’s Stoke-on-Trent.
Want something a bit different? Warwick has a cracking castle, pretty St Nicholas Park and the Stairway to Heaven canal locks at Hatton.
Lots of culture. Countryside jaunts. Warm accents. The West Midlands is worth a second look.
A heartland for manufacturing - from cars to chocolate, tyres to textiles.
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