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Attractions Nearby Birmingham
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Attractions Nearby BirminghamBirmingham is full of many fantastic tourist attractions, but within a short journey from Birmingham city centre there are countless other superb tourist attractions. These popular tourist attractions are within easy reach from the city of Birmingham and are well worth visiting during your stay in Birmingham.

Whether you are looking for historical attractions nearby Birmingham, beautifully landscaped Birmingham gardens or parks, you can be sure that you won't have to travel far from Birmingham. Here are some of the top tourist attractions and sights nearby Birmingham.




Attractions nearby Birmingham: Snowdome - Tamworth Ski and Snowboarding, Leisure Island, River Drive, England
Tel: +44 (0)990 000011
Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7ND
Located in Tamworth, close to north-east Birmingham, the enormous Snowdome was England's first indoor ski slope featuring real snow. Other attractions at the Snowdome include snowboarding, tobogganing, restaurants and bars.
Attraction open: daily - 09:00 to 23:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Royal Worcester Visitor Centre - Royal Worcester, Severn Street, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 2NE, England
Tel: +44 (0)1905 23221
The Royal Worcester Visitor Centre, nearby Birmingham, is home to the famous porcelain factory that has produced many thousands of exquisite ceramics over the years. Attractions at the Royal Worcester Visitor Centre include guided factory tours, a discount gift shop and a museum.
Attraction open: Monday to Saturday - 09:00 to 17:30, Sunday - 11:00 to 16:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Severn Valley Railway - The Railway Station, Bewdley, DY12 1BG, England
Tel: +44 (0)1299 403816
The Severn Valley Railway is located to the south of Birmingham and features lovingly restored steam trains that run throughout the year. Travelling from Kidderminster to Bridgnorth, the Severn Valley Railway has become a popular tourist attraction and features many steam-related events throughout the year.
Attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 17:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Shrewsbury Quest - Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 6AH, England
Tel: +44 (0)1743 243324
The Shrewsbury Quest is situated to the west of Birmingham and is an award-winning tourist attraction. With mysteries, 12th-century sights and sounds, a medieval herb garden and monastic features, Shrewsbury Quest is understandably one of the most popular tourist attractions nearby Birmingham.
Attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 17:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens, children under five years old are free

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Treak Cliff Cavern - Castleton, Hope Valley, Derby, Derbyshire, S33 8WP, England
Tel: +44 (0)1433 620571
Treak Cliff Cavern, to the north of Birmingham, is located in the picturesque Park District. Highlights at the Treak Cliff Cavern include guided tours of the cave - the source of the world-famous Blue John mineral, a gift shop and scenic walking trails nearby.
Attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 17:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Ludlow Castle - Castle Square, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 1AY, England
Tel: +44 (0)1584 873355
Founded in the 11th century, Ludlow Castle has played an important part in many historic events and was abandoned in the 17th century. Now ruined, Ludlow Castle is situated to the west of Birmingham in the attraction town of Ludlow.
Attraction open: May to July, daily - 10:00 to 17:00, August, daily - 10:00 to 19:00, September, daily - 10:00 to 17:00, October to December, daily - 10:00 to 16:00, January, Saturday and Sunday - 10:00 to 16:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Malvern Hills - Malvern Hills, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR14, England
Tel: +44 (0)1684 892289
The scenic Malvern Hills are situated to the west of Birmingham and are within east reach of Birmingham city centre. Attractions at Malvern Hills, nearby Birmingham, include walking trails and superb views.
Attraction open: daily

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Wedgwood Visitor Centre - Barlaston, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, ST12 9ES, England
Tel: +44 (0)1782 204218
The Wedgwood Visitor Centre offers guided tours and demonstrations at this world-famous pottery. Established more than 240 years ago, the Wedgwood pottery is situated to the north of Birmingham.
Attraction open: hours vary
Attraction admission: charge

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Shugborough Hall - Milford, Stafford, ST17 0XB, England
Tel: +44 (0)1889 88388
The 18th-century Shugborough Hall is situated to the north of Birmingham and is a vast country estate. Shugborough Hall is the home of Lord Lichfield and includes a farm with many rare-breed animals, a mill and a museum.
Attraction open: March to September, daily - 11:00 to 17:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Stokesay Castle - Stokesay, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY7 9AH, England
Tel: +44 (0)1588 672544
Stokesay Castle, to the west of Birmingham, is a particular grand, 13th-century manor house with many impressive, period features.
Attraction open: daily, April to September - 10:00 to 18:00, October, - 10:00 to 17:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Sudeley Castle - Winchcombe, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 5JD, England
Tel: +44 (0)1242 602308
Built in the mid-15th century, Sudeley Castle is situated nearby Birmingham, in the Cotswolds. Set in more than 1,500 acres of impressive grounds, attractions at Sudeley Castle include guided tours, a playground area for children, picnic areas, landscaped gardens, a restaurant and a wildfowl sanctuary.
Attraction open: March, Tuesday to Sunday - 11:00 to 16:30, April and May, Tuesday to Sunday - 10:30 to 17:30, June to September, daily -0 10:30 to 17:30, September and October, Tuesday to Sunday - 10:30 to 17:30
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children, families and senior citizens

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Witley Court - Witley Court, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR6 6JT, England
Tel: +44 (0)1299 896636
Witley Court, in the Worcester area nearby Birmingham, was once one of the most impressive stately homes in the United Kingdom. Now in ruins, Witley Court remains a spectacular tourist attraction and attractions include fountains, sculptures, open-air plays and many events throughout the year.
Attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 18:00, winter - 10:00 to 16:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Snowshill Manor - Broadway, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR12 7JU, England
Tel: +44 (0)1386 852410
Snowshill Manor, situated to the south-west of Birmingham, is one of the most unusual attractions nearby Birmingham. With large collections of interesting artefacts from around the world, Snowshill Manor also features splendid, landscaped gardens.
Attraction open: March to October, Wednesday to Monday - 13:00 to 17:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Warwick Castle - Castle Hill, Castle Lane, Warwick, CV34 4QU, England
Tel: +44 (0)870 442 2000
Warwick Castle is located to the east of Birmingham and is within easy reach from central Birmingham. Founded more than 1,000 years ago, Warwick Castle is one of the most impressive medieval castles in the country and is full of detailed, period features.
Attraction open: daily, April to September - 10:00 to 18:00, October to March - 10:00 to 17:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens, children under fours years old are free

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Tamworth Castle - The Holloway, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7LR, England
Tel: +44 (0)1827 63563
Tamworth Castle is a small, historic castle situated close to north-east Birmingham and is crammed full of interesting attractions. Dating back to the 15th century, the castle buildings are home to many authentic, period rooms and exhibitions.
Attraction open: Monday to Friday - 10:00 to 17:30, Saturday and Sunday - 12:00 to 17:30
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Haddon Hall - Bakewell, Derby, Derbyshire, DE45 1LA, England
Tel: +44 (0)1629 812855
Haddon Hall, to the north of Birmingham, dates back to the 11th century and has featured in many films and television productions. Highlights at Haddon Hall include a rose gardens, period features and scenic views.
Attraction open: April to September, Monday to Thursday - 10:30 to 16:30
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Wall Roman Site - Watling Street, Wall, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS14 0AW, England
Tel: +44 (0)1543 480768
The Wall Roman Site is situated on the outskirts of Birmingham, in the Walsall area of Birmingham. The historic Roman inn now features audio tours, a museum and a gift shop.
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children
Attraction open: April to October, daily - 10:00 to 18:00

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Arbury Hall - Nuneaton, Coventry, CV10 7PT, England
Tel: +44 (0)24 7638 2804
Arbury Hall, to the east of Birmingham, is a spectacular Elizabethan mansion, with Gothic-style architecture. Other attractions at Arbury Hall include large collections of glass, ceramics, antique furniture and a number of historic paintings.
Attraction open: April to September, Sunday - 14:00 to 17:30
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Benthall Hall - Broseley, Telford, TF12 SRX, England
Tel: +44 (0)1952 882159
Benthall Hall is a grand, 16th-century many house than can be found in Telford, close to Birmingham. With landscaped gardens and elaborate architecture, Benthall Hall is one of the most impressive buildings in this area.
Attraction open: April to September, Wednesday and Sunday - 13:30 to 17:30
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Berrington Hall - Leominster, Hereford, HR6 0DW, England
Tel: +44 (0)1568 615721
Berrington Hall dates back to the late 18th century and is located to the west of Birmingham. Full of antiques and period features, other attractions at Berrington Hall include gardens that were originally landscaped by Capability Brown , walled gardens, tearooms, a restaurants, a gift shop and a playground area for children.
Attraction open: Saturday to Wednesday, March to September - 13:30 to 17:30, October - 13:30 to 16:30
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and families

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Three Choirs Vineyard - Newent, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL18 1LS, England
Tel: +44 (0)1531 890223
Gloucester's Three Choirs Vineyard has produced some of the finest wine in England since the Roman times. With easy reach from Birmingham, attractions at the Three Choirs Vineyard include guided tours and wine tasting.
Attraction open: daily, April to December - 10:00 to 17:00, January to March - 10:00 to 16:00

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Boscobel House and the Royal Oak - Boscobel, Bishop's Wood, Brewood, Wolverhampton, Shropshire, ST19 9AR, England
Tel: +44 (0)1902 850244
Boscobel House, to the west of Birmingham, is the home of the legendary Royal Oak tree where King Charles II hid from the battle in the mid-17th century. Managed by the English Heritage, Boscobel House is an attractive timber-framed house, full of historic features.
Attraction open: daily, 10:00 to 18:00, winter - 10:00 to 17:00, closed - January
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Bosworth Battlefield Visitor Centre - Market Bosworth, Leicester, Leicestershire, CV13, England
Tel: +44 (0)1455 290429
Attraction open: Monday to Friday - 13:00 to 17:00, Saturday and Sunday - 11:00 to 18:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Cannock Chase - Near Cannock, Stafford, WS11, England
Tel: +44 (0)1785 619619
Attraction open: daily

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Clee Hills - Cleobury Mortimer, near Dudley, Shropshire, DY3, England
Tel: +44 (0)1384 812830
Attraction open: daily

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Clent Hills - Clent Hills, Dudley, Worcestershire, DY8, England
Tel: +44 (0)1384 812830
Attraction open: daily

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Commandery Civil War Centre - Sidbury, Worcester, WR1 2HU, England
Tel: +44 (0)1905 355071
Attraction open: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 17:00, Sunday - 13:30 to 17:30

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Elgar's Birthplace - Crown East Lane, Lower Broadheath, Worcester, WR2 6RH, England
Tel: +44 (0)1905 333224
Attraction open: daily, May to September - 10:30 to 18:00, October to December, March and April - 13:30 to 16:30

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway - The Railway Station, Toddington, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL54 5DT, England
Tel: +44 (0)1242 621405
Attraction open: daily

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Hanbury Hall - Near Droitwich, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR9 7EA, England
Tel: +44 (0)1527 821214
Attraction open: Sunday to Wednesday - 13:30 to 17:30
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and families

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Harvington Hall - Harvington Hall, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY10 4LR, England
Tel: +44 (0)1562 777846
Attraction open: April to September, Wednesday to Sunday - 11:30 to 17:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children, families and senior citizens

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Hatton Country World - Dark Lane, Hatton, Coventry, Warwickshire, CV35 8XA, England
Tel: +44 (0)1926 843411
Attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 17:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Heights of Abraham - Matlock Bath, Derby, Derbyshire, DE4, England
Tel: +44 (0)1629 582365
Attraction open: April to October, daily - 10:00 to 17:00

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Kenilworth Castle - Castle Green, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 1NE, England
Tel: +44 (0)1926 852078
Attraction open: daily, April to September - 10:00 to 18:00, October - 10:00 to 17:00, November to March - 10:00 to 16:00
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Kinver Edge - The Warden's Lodge, Kinver, near Stourbridge, Worcester, Worcestershire, DY7, England
Tel: +44 (0)1384 872418
Attraction open: daily

Attractions nearby Birmingham: Moseley Old Hall - Fordhouses, Wolverhampton, WV10 7HY, England
Tel: +44 (0)1902 782 808
Attraction open: March to May, Saturday and Sunday - 13:30 to 17:30, June to October, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday - 13:30 to 17:30, also Tuesdays during July and August
Attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and families





 
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