Provided by: West Midlands Railway Discover the West Midlands with some of the best places to go in and around the West Midlands Railway network. Looking for places to go in and around the West Midlands? Or, maybe you're looking at days out with the kids. Whatever it is, the West Midlands has a…
Read More
Some places just transport you. One minute you’re walking down the street and suddenly it’s like you’ve stepped into another country without ever handing over your passport. Birmingham and the West Midlands are full of them. From sizzling spices to dreamy architecture and continental vibes, here are…
Read More
When the sun shines in Britain (a rare but glorious occasion), there’s only one thing to do: head to a beer garden and bask in the moment with a cold pint. Lucky for you, Birmingham and the West Midlands are overflowing with top-tier spots to sip, snack, and soak up the sun. Whether you're after…
Read More
Summer is here, and what better way to beat the heat than by diving into some water-based adventures? Whether you're into calm canals or wild waves, Birmingham and the West Midlands have got you covered. So, grab your swimsuit, slather on the sunscreen, and let's explore the best aquatic…
Read More
There are hundreds of miles of canals to explore in the West Midlands, taking narrowboat holiday-makers through beautiful stretches of countryside, past historic canalside pubs and into the heart of Birmingham and Stratford-upon-Avon. Emma Lovell, reservations manager for Anglo Welsh, says: “Canal…
Read More
Eco-friendly, self drive boat company opens brand new site in Birmingham’s Brindleyplace Due to popular demand, eco-friendly, electric boat company GoBoat has today announced the opening of a brand-new Birmingham location, their first site outside of the capital, with bookings now open to the…
Read More
Britain’s ‘second city’ is its own world, with unique customs. Get to know the unspoken lay of the land with Guardian writer Sarah Sahim. The Gas Street Basin at dusk, Birmingham Canal looking towards Brindleyplace viewed from the Worcester Bar Bridge. Photograph: Chris Hepburn/Getty Images…
Read More
The sound of the rippling water, the sun beaming down on you and a glass of vino in your hand, this is why the canals make the perfect backdrop to your summer. Luckily, in the West Midlands we have miles of the stuff (more than Venice FYI) so you have ample waterways and waterside options…
Read MoreRatings Powered By
