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 Birmingham is known as the Capital of the
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AMC
Cinema Tel: 0870 7555657 - Electric Cinema Tel: 0121 643 7879
- MAC (Midlands Arts Centre) Tel: (0121) 440 3838 - Odeon Cinema
Tel: 0871 224 4007- Showcase Cinema Tel: 0871 220 1000 - Cineworld
Cinema Tel: 0871 200 2000 - Cineworld Great Park Tel: 0871 200
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Bull Ring Indoor Market, Edgbaston Street,
Birmingham, B5 4RB. Tel: 0121 622 0201. Items sold include fruit
and vegetables, confectionery, nursery goods, garden accessories,
pets and pet foods. The Bullring is situated in the Digbeth area
of the City Centre & offers leading international retailers,
cafes, restaurants and leisure facilities. It trades from three
principle malls all with pedestrian access and incorporating
two major department stores (Selfridges and Debenhams) and over
100 shop units. www.bullringindoormarket.com. Location: In the centre of Birmingham. |
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Alexandra
Theatre Tel: 0870 607 7544 - Birmingham Hippodrome Tel: 0870
730 1234 - Alexandra Theatre Tel: 0870 607 7544 - Birmingham
Hippodrome Tel: 0870 730 1234 - Birmingham Library Theatre Tel:
(0121) 236 5622 - Birmingham Repertory Theatre Tel: (0121) 236
4455 - Crescent Theatre Tel: (0121) 643 5858 - Hall Green Little
Theatre Ltd hallgreenlittletheatre.co.uk/ - Highbury Little Theatre
Tel: (0121) 373 2761 - Maverick Theatre Tel: (0121) 449 0933
- Midland Arts Centre (MAC) www.mac-birmingham.org.uk/ - Old
Rep Theatre Tel: (0121) 236 5622. mac-birmingham.org.uk.
www.hglt.org.uk. |
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Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain
Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH. Tel: 0121 303 2834. Houses the largest
collection of Pre-Raphaelite works in the world, as well as Old
Masters and Impressionists. Visit the magnificent Edwardian Tea
Room and its sumptuous cakes. The Egyptian gallery, featuring
an elaborate Egyptian mummy and painted coffins. www.bmag.org.uk.
Location: In the centre
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Birmingham
is said to have more canals than Venice. |
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Victoria Square stands between New Street,
Paradise Street and Colmore Row. Here you will find the Town
Hall, the "Iron Man" and the "Floozie in the Jacuzzi". |
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There
are three professional football clubs in Birmingham: Birmingham
City (0871 226 1875), Aston Villa (0121327 2299) and West Bromwich
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The NEC, Birmingham, England, B40 1NT. Tel:
0121 780 4141. The National Exhibition Centre is the busiest
exhibition centre in Europe, staging more than 180 exhibitions
each year, ranging from world-famous public shows as Crufts Dog
Show and Clotheshow Live to international trade exhibitions like
IPEX and Spring Fair, Birmingham. Up to four million people visit
the centre each year. www.necgroup.co.uk. About 10 miles east of Birmingham. |
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National Motorcycle Museum, 86 Henwood Lane,
Solihull, B91 2TH. Tel: 0121 704 2784. The complex re-opened
after the fire in 2003, with a larger gift shop, conference facilities
for over 5000 delegates and better access for the disabled. www.nationalmotorcyclemuseum.co.uk.
About 8 miles from Coventry. |
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Coventry's
earliest cathedral, dedicated to St Mary, was founded as a Benedictine
community by Leofric, Earl of Mercia, and his wife Godiva in
1043. In 1940, the city of Coventry was devastated by bombs and
the Cathedral burned with the city. The decision to rebuild the
cathedral was taken the morning after its destruction. www.coventrycathedral.org.uk. Location: In Coventry. |
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Lunt Roman Fort, Baginton, Coventry, CV8 3AJ.
Tel: 024 76303567. Coventry Arts and Heritage is responsible
for the fort. The Lunt is accessible to visitors with disabilities.
Charges apply. Location:
On the outskirts of Coventry. |
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Coventry
Toy Museum, Whitefriars Gate, Much Park Street, Coventry, West
Midlands, CV1 2LT. Tel: +44 (0)2476 231 331. The Museum houses
a collection of toys dating from 1740 to 1952, in the 14th century
Whitefriars Monastery gatehouse. Location: In Coventry. |
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THE COVENTRY CANAL SOCIETY. The last 5.5 miles
of the Coventry canal, from Hawkesbury junction to the city basin,
has been developed and transformed into the City's longest park.
The Canal Basin, the original early 19th century wharf, has been
restored, with bar/cafe, newsagent, tea shop and more. Free parking.
St Nicholas Street, Coventry, CV1 4LY. Tel: 024 7678 5507. www.covcanalsoc.org.uk.
Location: In Coventry. |
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The
"Whittle Arch", part of the 'Millennium place', was
built to commemorate Frank Whittle. Also at the site - Francoise
Schein's 24hr clock with its blue neon lights and The Glass Bridge.
Location: In Coventry. |
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The NEC, Birmingham, England, B40 1NT. Tel:
0121 780 4141. The National Exhibition Centre is the busiest
exhibition centre in Europe, staging more than 180 exhibitions
each year, ranging from world-famous public shows as Crufts Dog
Show and Clotheshow Live to international trade exhibitions like
IPEX and Spring Fair, Birmingham. Up to four million people visit
the centre each year. www.necgroup.co.uk. About 8 miles west of Coventry. |
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Set
in the heart of Warwickshire, Draycote Water near to Rugby, offers
water sports, fishing, wetlands, nature trails and bird hides.
Please note that dogs are not permitted around the perimeter
of the reservoir. Draycote Water Sailing Club, Kites Hardwick,
Rugby, CV23 8AB. Tel: 01788 811153. draycotewater.co.uk.
About 8 miles south east
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Dudley Concert Hall, St James's Road, Dudley,
West Midlands, DY1 1HP. This attractive venue in the heart of
Dudley, with the magnificent castle as a backdrop, is the largest
venue in the Borough. Car park nearby, Flat access to building.
A pleasant bar lounge is available, with a licensed bar facility.
Tel: 01384 815577. Location:
In the centre of Dudley. |
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Dudley
Museum & Art Gallery, St. James's Road, Dudley, West Midlands,
DY1 1HU. Tel: 01384 815575. There is something for everyone at
Dudley Museum & Art Gallery. The most important collection
at Dudley Museum is Geology. Many watercolours are kept at Dudley
Museum. Location: In the
centre of Dudley. |
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Himley Hall Golf Centre. Log Cabin, Himley
Park, Himley Road, Dudley, DY3 4DF. Tel: 01902 895207. 9 / 18
hole parkland par 70 golf course. 9 hole Pitch & Putt
- short golf course. PGA Golf Professional - all ages welcome.
www.himleygolf.com. Location:
About 3 miles west of Dudley. |
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Clent hills. Not Iron Age monolith, just a
folly built by George, Lord Lyttleton. The largest of the Clent
Hills is Walton Hill which is just over 316 metres, with views
over the Malvern Hills. The summits of the two largest hills,
Clent and Walton Hills are now the property of the National Trust.
About 3 miles south of
Halesowen. |
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National Motorcycle Museum, 86 Henwood Lane,
Solihull, B91 2TH. Tel: 0121 704 2784. The complex re-opened
after the fire in 2003, with a larger gift shop, conference facilities
for over 5000 delegates and better access for the disabled. www.nationalmotorcyclemuseum.co.uk.
About 1 mile from Solihull. |
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NEC, Birmingham, England, B40 1NT. Tel: 0121 780 4141. The National
Exhibition Centre is the busiest exhibition centre in Europe,
staging more than 180 exhibitions each year, ranging from world-famous
public shows as Crufts Dog Show and Clotheshow Live to international
trade exhibitions like IPEX and Spring Fair, Birmingham. Up to
four million people visit the centre each year. www.necgroup.co.uk.
About 4 miles north of
Solihull. |
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 Packwood House, Lapworth, Solihull, Warwickshire
B94 6AT. Tel: 01564 783294. A much-restored Tudor house, garden
with notable topiary and park. Tudor manor house with a fascinating
civil war history. Lavish interior with renowned collections
of stained glass and tapestries. Walled flower garden offers
a riot of colour throughout the year. Unusual 17th-century Yew
Garden. National Trust. Charges apply. (Photo © NTPL / Stephen
Robson). About 5 miles
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Clinton, Rising Lane, Baddesley Clinton Village, Knowle, Solihull,
Warwickshire B93 0DQ. Tel: 01564 783294. Picturesque medieval
moated manor house and garden. Atmospheric house dates from 15th
century. Discover the three priest holes used to hide persecuted
Jesuit priests in the 1590s. Exquisite 19th-century Catholic
chapel. National Trust. Charges apply. (Photo © NTPL / Andrew
Butler). www.nationaltrust.org.uk. About 5 miles south of Solihull. |
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Rays Farm Country Matters, Billingsley, Bridgnorth,
Shropshire WV16 6PF. Tel: 01299 841255. At Rays Farm you will
see a variety of deer, friendly goats and farm animals. Back
at the farm take a rest in the tea-shop or browse around our
interesting selection of toys and gifts. www.raysfarm.com. About 9 miles west of Stourbridge. |
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Clent
hills. Not Iron Age monolith, just a folly built by George, Lord
Lyttleton. The largest of the Clent Hills is Walton Hill which
is just over 316 metres, with views over the Malvern Hills. The
summits of the two largest hills, Clent and Walton Hills are
now the property of the National Trust.
About 2 miles south of
Stourbridge. |
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Himley Hall Golf Centre. Log Cabin, Himley
Park, Himley Road, Dudley, DY3 4DF. Tel: 01902 895207. 9 / 18
hole parkland par 70 golf course. 9 hole Pitch & Putt
- short golf course. PGA Golf Professional - all ages welcome.
www.himleygolf.com. Location:
About 5 miles north of Stourbridge. |
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Drayton Manor Park, near Tamworth, Staffordshire,
B78 3TW. Tel: 08708 725252. Days out for all the family, theme
parks, attractions, zoos, tourist attractions. Visit the Discovery
Centre, where you come face to face with the wonders of Nature
and conservation. draytonmanor.co.uk. About 5 miles from Sutton Coldfield. |
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Walsall Arboretum. Five minutes walk from
Walsall town centre and contains parkland, lakes, gardens and
woodland walks. Treasure Island children's play area, Tennis
courts, Football pitches, Golf course, Cafe, Toilets. walsallarboretum.co.uk.
Location: In the centre
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Sandwell
Park Farm, Salter’s Lane, West Bromwich B71 4BG. Admission
is FREE in the week, but we make a small charge at weekends and
bank holidays. Sandwell Valley is an oasis for wildlife on the
outskirts of Birmingham, next to the Sandwell Valley Country
Park. If you are looking for somewhere unusual for a children’s
birthday party, or want a room for a meeting, Sandwell Valley
has two venues. Both of the farms have meeting rooms that can
be used for birthday parties, meetings, or conferences. About 3 miles
south of Walsall. |
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Sutton Park Visitor Centre, Sutton Park, Park
Road, Sutton Coldfield, B74 2YT. Tel: 0121 355 6370. Sutton Park
is Birmingham's largest park and was recently designated a National
Nature Reserve by English Nature. The Visitor Centre contains
displays and information related to the park. Activities in the
park include walking, cycling, horse riding, fishing, jogging,
kite flying, canoeing, sailing and orienteering. The park's annual
visitors number 2 million. About
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Moseley
Old Hall, Moseley Old Hall Lane, Fordhouses, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire
WV10 7HY. Tel: 01902 782808. Elizabethan house, famous for its
association with Charles II. See the bed where he slept and an
exhibition recounting his great escape. Coach House tea-rooms.
National Trust. Charges apply. About 5 miles west of Walsall. |
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Northycote Farm and Country Park, Underhill
Lane, Bushbury, Wolverhampton, WV10 8LT. Tel: 01902 397906. A
restored historic farmhouse set within 90 acres of parkland and
pasture. Favourite farm animals & rare breeds. About 5 miles west of Walsall. |
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Wolverhampton
Art Gallery, Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 1DU. Tel: 01902
552055. The Art Gallery is situated in the centre of Wolverhampton;
5 minutes walk from the bus, train and tram stations. The Art
Gallery has two large first floor spaces, which have been decorated
to reflect the Georgian and Victorian artworks on display. Sir
Edward Turner by Thomas Gainsborough, Oil on canvas, 1762. (photo). About 7 miles
west of Walsall. |
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Chasewater Railway, Chasewater Country Park,
Pool Road, Nr. Brownhills, Staffs, WS8 7NL. Brownhills West Station
telephone and fax: 01543 452 623. Chasewater Heaths Station telephone
(operating days only): 01543 682 854. chasewaterrailway.co.uk.
About 6 miles north of
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Walsall Arboretum. Five minutes walk from
Walsall town centre and contains parkland, lakes, gardens and
woodland walks. Treasure Island children's play area, Tennis
courts, Football pitches, Golf course, Cafe, Toilets. walsallarboretum.co.uk.
About 5 miles north of
West Bromwich. |
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Sandwell
Park Farm, Salter’s Lane, West Bromwich B71 4BG. Admission
is FREE in the week, but we make a small charge at weekends and
bank holidays. Sandwell Valley is an oasis for wildlife on the
outskirts of Birmingham, next to the Sandwell Valley Country
Park. If you are looking for somewhere unusual for a children’s
birthday party, or want a room for a meeting, Sandwell Valley
has two venues. Both of the farms have meeting rooms that can
be used for birthday parties, meetings, or conferences. Location:
On the outskirts of West Bromwich. |
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Sutton Park Visitor Centre, Sutton Park, Park
Road, Sutton Coldfield, B74 2YT. Tel: 0121 355 6370. Sutton Park
is Birmingham's largest park and was recently designated a National
Nature Reserve by English Nature. The Visitor Centre contains
displays and information related to the park. Activities in the
park include walking, cycling, horse riding, fishing, jogging,
kite flying, canoeing, sailing and orienteering. The park's annual
visitors number 2 million. About
4 miles east of West Bromwich. |
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Wolverhampton
Art Gallery, Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 1DU. Tel: 01902
552055. The Art Gallery is situated in the centre of Wolverhampton;
5 minutes walk from the bus, train and tram stations. The Art
Gallery has two large first floor spaces, which have been decorated
to reflect the Georgian and Victorian artworks on display. Sir
Edward Turner by Thomas Gainsborough, Oil on canvas, 1762. (photo). About 4 miles
north of West Bromwich. |
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Walsall Arboretum. Five minutes walk from
Walsall town centre and contains parkland, lakes, gardens and
woodland walks. Treasure Island children's play area, Tennis
courts, Football pitches, Golf course, Cafe, Toilets. walsallarboretum.co.uk.
About 3 miles east of
Wolverhampton. |
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Sandwell
Park Farm, Salter’s Lane, West Bromwich B71 4BG. Admission
is FREE in the week, but we make a small charge at weekends and
bank holidays. Sandwell Valley is an oasis for wildlife on the
outskirts of Birmingham, next to the Sandwell Valley Country
Park. If you are looking for somewhere unusual for a children’s
birthday party, or want a room for a meeting, Sandwell Valley
has two venues. Both of the farms have meeting rooms that can
be used for birthday parties, meetings, or conferences. About 5 miles
south east of Wolverhampton. |
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Sutton Park Visitor Centre, Sutton Park, Park
Road, Sutton Coldfield, B74 2YT. Tel: 0121 355 6370. Sutton Park
is Birmingham's largest park and was recently designated a National
Nature Reserve by English Nature. The Visitor Centre contains
displays and information related to the park. Activities in the
park include walking, cycling, horse riding, fishing, jogging,
kite flying, canoeing, sailing and orienteering. The park's annual
visitors number 2 million. About
8 miles east of Wolverhampton. |
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Moseley
Old Hall, Moseley Old Hall Lane, Fordhouses, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire
WV10 7HY. Tel: 01902 782808. Elizabethan house, famous for its
association with Charles II. See the bed where he slept and an
exhibition recounting his great escape. Coach House tea-rooms.
National Trust. Charges apply. About 2 miles north of Wolverhampton. |
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Northycote Farm and Country Park, Underhill
Lane, Bushbury, Wolverhampton, WV10 8LT. Tel: 01902 397906. A
restored historic farmhouse set within 90 acres of parkland and
pasture. Favourite farm animals & rare breeds. About 1 mile north of Wolverhampton. |
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Wolverhampton
Art Gallery, Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 1DU. Tel: 01902
552055. The Art Gallery is situated in the centre of Wolverhampton;
5 minutes walk from the bus, train and tram stations. The Art
Gallery has two large first floor spaces, which have been decorated
to reflect the Georgian and Victorian artworks on display. Location:
In the centre of Wolverhampton. |
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Weston Park, Weston-under-Lizard, Nr Shifnal,
Shropshire, TF11 8LE. Tel: 01952 852100. 1,000 acres of parkland.
Woodland Adventure Playground and the new Yew Hedge Maze and
Orchard. www.weston-park.com. About
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- Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Chamberlain Square, Birmingham,
B3 3DH. Tel: 0121 303 2834. bmag.org.uk.
- Coventry Toy Museum,
Whitefriars Gate, Much Park Street, Coventry, West Midlands,
CV1 2LT. Tel: +44 (0)2476 231 331.
- Packwood House, Lapworth, Solihull, Warwickshire B94 6AT. Tel:
01564 783294.
- Sutton Park Visitor
Centre, Sutton Park, Park Road, Sutton Coldfield, B74 2YT. Tel:
0121 355 6370.
- Dudley Concert Hall, St James's Road, Dudley, West Midlands,
DY1 1HP. Tel: 01384 815577.
- The NEC, Birmingham,
England, B40 1NT. Tel: 0121 780 4141. necgroup.co.uk.