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Birmingham Parks, Gardens and Arboretums
(Birmingham, England)



Birmingham has an excellent selection of parks and gardens, both in the centre of Birmingham and also on the outskirts of Birmingham. These Birmingham parks and gardens range from the largest parks in Birmingham, to the smallest courtyard gardens in Birmingham. You would never imagine that the large and busy city of Birmingham would have so much green and open space throughout, including a number of impressive trees, central gardens and floral displays.

Many areas of Birmingham have at least one park, whether it is just a small pool with surrounding trees, a square in central Birmingham with seating areas, or a huge park in the suburbs of Birmingham covering many acres. Here are some of the most popular parks and gardens in and around Birmingham, providing important areas for relaxation and recreation in the city of Birmingham.





Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Birmingham Botanical Gardens - Westbourne Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 3TR, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 454 1860
Opened almost 200 years ago, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens are situated in the Edgbaston area of Birmingham. Attractions at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens include large glasshouses full of tropical plants, a large collection of cacti and succulents, ponds, water features, flower borders, lawns, aviaries, rock gardens, the National Bonsai Collection, a plant nursery, a restaurant and a gift shop. The Birmingham Botanical Gardens are one of the most impressive, landscaped gardens in England and are within easy reach from Birmingham city centre.
Gardens admission: charge, discounts available for children, families and group, children under five years old are free
Gardens open: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 19:00, Saturday and Sunday - 10:00 to 20:00

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Aston Park - Trinity Road, Aston, Birmingham, B6 6JD, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 327 0062
Aston Park, in the Handsworth area of Birmingham, covers more than 20 hectares / 50 acres. Dating back to the mid-19th century, this mature Birmingham park is a popular area for relaxing in Birmingham, and features large expanses of lawns, suitable for sporting activities. Aston Park is close to the Aston Villa FC football ground and is also home to the historic Aston Hall.
Gardens open: daily

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Cannon Hill Park - Russell Road, Moseley, Birmingham, B12 9QH, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 442 4226
Located in the Kings Heath area of Birmingham, Cannon Hill Park is one of the most popular parks in Birmingham. Facilities at Cannon Hill Park include lakes, boating, playground areas for children, glasshouses, nature trails, cycle routes, picnic areas and tennis courts. Birmingham's Cannon Hill Park is also home to a number of outdoor events during the summer months in Birmingham, including concerts and Birmingham festivals.
Gardens open: daily - 07:30 to dusk
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Castle Bromwich Gardens - Chester Road, Castle Bromwich, Birmingham, B36 9BT, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 749 4100
Birmingham's Castle Bromwich Gardens date back to the late-17th century and are filled with large, mature trees and shrubs. Covering around 10 acres / 4 hectares, Castle Bromwich Gardens features walled gardens, an orangery, a hedge-maze, landscaped gardens, a café, a plant centre and a garden gift shop.
Gardens open: Tuesday to Thursday - 13:30 to 16:30, Saturday and Sunday - 14:00 to 18:00
Gardens admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Charlecote Park - Wellesbourne, Birmingham, CV35 9ER, England
Tel: +44 (0)1789 470277
Charlecote Park, to the east of central Birmingham, dates back to the 13th century. With large, landscaped gardens, spectacular views, herds of deer and a 16th-centurty Manor House, Birmingham's historic Charlecote Park is full of things to see and do in this part of Birmingham.
Gardens open: April to November, Friday to Tuesday - 11:00 to 18:00
Gardens admission: charge, discounts available for children and families

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Birmingham City Centre Gardens - Cambridge Street, Birmingham, B1 2NP, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 643 2514
Birmingham City Centre Gardens are located in the heart of central Birmingham and provide the perfect city oasis. Next to the Birmingham International Convention Centre, the Birmingham City Centre Gardens feature tropical plants, colourful flower beds, pathways, benches, lawns suitable for picnics and large trees.
Gardens open: daily - dawn to dusk
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Elmdon Park - Elmdon Park Road, Solihull, Birmingham, B92 9EJ, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 704 6130
Elmdon Park is a large park in the Solihull area of Birmingham, close to Birmingham International Airport. Full of wildlife, including large numbers of wild birds, Elmdon Park also features mature trees, a lake and an exciting playground area for children.
Gardens open: daily - dawn to dusk
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Queen's Park - Court Oak Road, Harborne, Birmingham, B17 9AH, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 681 6098
Located in the Harborne area of Birmingham, Queen's Park is one of the most charming parks in Birmingham, Opened more than 100 years ago to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria, attractions at Queen's Park include a manicured-bowling greens, tennis courts, a playground area for children, benches and colourful flower borders.
Gardens open: daily
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Sutton Park - Park Road, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, B73 6BU, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 355 6370
Sutton Park is the largest park in the whole of Birmingham and covers over 810 hectares, 200 acres. With vast areas of woodlands, nature trails, a national nature reserve, seating areas, large expanses of grassland, a restaurant and a popular visitor centre, Sutton Park is located in the Sutton Coldfield area of Birmingham.
Gardens open: daily
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Ward End Park - Washwood Heath Road, Birmingham, B8 2HB, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 643 2514
Birmingham's Ward End Park can be found in the Saltley area of Birmingham, to the east of central Birmingham. This glorious Birmingham parkland was opened more than 100 years ago and attractions include a boating lake, lawns, trees, shrubs, pathways, nature trails and seating areas.
Gardens open: daily
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Woodgate Valley Country Park - Clapgate Lane, Birmingham, B32 3DH, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 421 7575
Woodgate Valley Country Park is situated to the west of Birmingham city centre, close to a large housing estate in the Northfield area of Birmingham. Covering over 160 hectares / 400 acres, Birmingham's impressive Woodgate Valley Country Park features a popular visitor centre, wildlife areas, walking trails, lawns suitable for sports, seating areas and a small city farm.
Gardens open: daily
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Lickey Hills Country Park - Warren Lane, Rednal, Birmingham, B45 8ER, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 447 7106
Lickey Hills Country Park can be found in the Rednal area of Birmingham and covers more than 200 hectares / 500 acres. With enormous trees, natural areas of wild flowers, woodlands and open grassland, other attractions at Birmingham's Lickey Hills Country Park include a popular golf course, a bowling green, tennis courts and cycle trails.
Gardens open: daily - 10:00 to 19:00, winter - 10:00 to 17:00
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Kings Heath Park - Vicarage Park, Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14 7TQ, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 444 2848
Kings Heath Park, in the Moseley area of Birmingham, is most famous for its regular appearances on BBC Television's popular gardening programme, Gardeners' World. Full of mature plant specimens, Kings Heath Park is located in an idyllic setting and is always full of flowers.
Gardens open: daily - 07:30 to dusk
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Walsall Arboretum - Lichfield Street, Walsall, Birmingham, West Midlands, WS1 1TJ, England
Tel: +44 (0)1922 653148
Gardens open: daily
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Peace Gardens - Granville Street, Birmingham, B1 1SB, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 643 2514
Gardens open: daily
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Plantsbrook Community Nature Park - Eachelhurst Road, Pype Hayes, Birmingham, B24 0QL, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 351 7007
Gardens open: daily
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Small Heath Park - Coventry Road, Small Heath, Birmingham, B10 0EF, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 643 2514
Gardens open: daily
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Fox Hollies Park - Acocks Green, Birmingham, B27, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 706 5882
Gardens open: daily
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Sheldon Country Park - Old Rectory Farm, Ragley Drive, Sheldon, Birmingham, B26 3TU, England
Tel: +44 (0)121 742 0226
Gardens open: daily
Gardens admission: free


Other parks and gardens close to Birmingham include:

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Coombe Abbey Country Park - Brinklow Road, Binley, Coventry, CV3 2AB, England
Tel: +44 (0)24 7645 3720
Gardens open: daily - 07:30 to dusk
Gardens admission: free

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Westonbirt Arboretum - Tetbury, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QS, England
Tel: +44 (0)1666 880 220
Gardens open: daily - 10:00 to 20:00
Gardens admission: charge, discounts available for children

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Evesham Country Park - Evesham, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR11 4TP, England
Tel: +44 (0)1386 41661
Gardens open: daily
Gardens admission: charge

Birmingham Gardens and Parks: Weston Park - Weston-under-Lizard, near Shifnal, Telford, Shropshire, TF11 8LE, England
Tel: +44 (0)1952 852100
Gardens open: April to September, daily - 11:00 to 19:00
Gardens admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

 
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