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Birmingham has acres of green spaces waiting to be explored. Within the city centre itself you’ll find areas of relaxing gardens for you to enjoy and only a short 10-minute journey out of town you’ll be putting on your walking boots, rollerblades or jumping on board a segway ready to explore the great outdoors.

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69wards Cycle and Walking Routes - Kings Norton to Hawkesley

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Cycling Tour

A short 4-mile route exploring a mixture of canal towpath, quiet roads, parks and shared paths. Starting from Kings Norton Junction, this is a handy route for those wanting to build confidence cycling or enjoy a stroll away from the hustle and bustle
Droitwich - Guided town walks

Address

Victoria Square, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 8DS

Telephone
01905 774312

Type

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Walking Tour

Droitwich

If you enjoy local history and would like to find out more about Droitwich spa, then why not join a guided town walk?
During the walk, actors from the Norbury Theatre will perform as characters who have contributed to the historic development of…

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55 reviews
London Road Cemetery: Paxton's Arboretum

Address

London Road, Coventry, CV1 2JT

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Nature Reserve

Coventry

Designed by famous architect Joseph Paxton, London Road Cemetery is an early example of the Victorian ‘garden cemetery’ movement, developed not only as a burial site but also as a place of natural beauty.
The raised promenade and old cemetery…
Stratford Town Walk

Address

Swan Fountain, Waterside, STRATFORD-UPON-AVON, Warwickshire, CV37 6BA

Telephone
07855760377

stratfordtownwalk@btinternet.com

Type

Type:

Tours and Guides

STRATFORD-UPON-AVON

As you walk in William Shakespeare's footsteps from birthplace to grave, along the historic spine of ancient Stratford, your guide will unravel the Shakespeare story.

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2073 reviews
Forge Mill Lake Local Nature Reserve

Address

Forge Lane, WEST BROMWICH, West Midlands, B71 3SZ

Telephone
0121 569 3070

countryside_services@sandwell.gov.uk

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Nature Reserve

WEST BROMWICH

Green space with wildlife, located next to Forge Mill Farm Visitor Centre.
Winterbourne House and Garden

Address

58 Edgbaston Park Road, BIRMINGHAM, West Midlands, B15 2RT

Telephone
0121 414 3003

enquiries@winterbourne.org.uk

Type

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Historic House / Palace

BIRMINGHAM

Restored to its Edwardian Arts and Craft splendour, Winterbourne House is a unique heritage attraction – set within seven acres of beautiful botanic gardens.

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1222 reviews
69wards Cycle and Walking Routes - City Centre to East Birmingham

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Cycling Tour

This route is a mini adventure with lots to explore; from street art, shopping and coffee to some of Birmingham’s most iconic attractions, including famous football clubs, Villa Park and St Andrews, Aston Hall as well as Selfridges and The…
West Smethwick Park

Address

West Park Road, SMETHWICK, West Midlands, B67 7JJ

wsp_project@sandwell.gov.uk

Type

Type:

Municipal Park

SMETHWICK

Public Park, Park Pavilion, Park Café, Sons of Rest & Playground
RSPB Sandwell Valley

Address

Tanhouse Avenue, BIRMINGHAM, West Midlands, B43 5AG

Telephone
0121 357 7395

sandwellvalley@rspb.org.uk

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Nature Reserve

BIRMINGHAM

RSPB site with a visitor centre situated in Sandwell Valley Country Park, with lots of walking trails to enjoy.
Lapworth Walk

Address

Old Warwick Road, Lapworth, SOLIHULL, West Midlands, B94 6NA

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Nature Trail

SOLIHULL

An easy-paced 11 mile circuit around south Warwickshire taking in the canal, woodland paths and arable farmland plus some road walking.
Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park

Address

Pershore Road, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 7RL

Telephone
0121 472 7775

nature_centre@birmingham.gov.uk

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Animal Collection

Birmingham

Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park, formerly Birmingham Nature Centre, and before that Birmingham Zoo, is a small zoo on the edge of Cannon Hill Park in Birmingham, England. It is owned and managed by Birmingham City Council (BCC).
…

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657 reviews
National Trust - Greyfriars' House and Garden

Address

Friar Street, WORCESTER, Worcestershire, WR1 2LZ

Telephone
01905 23571

enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk

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Type:

Eat:Drink

WORCESTER

Discover medieval merchants house and walled garden, rescued from demolition in Worcester city centre.

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411 reviews
Haden Hill Park Cradley Heath

Address

Hayseech, CRADLEY HEATH, West Midlands, B64 7JL

Telephone
0121 569 3069

countryside_services@sandwell.gov.uk

Type

Type:

Municipal Park

CRADLEY HEATH

Public park and green space with large Victorian mansion and Tudor hall.
Battle of Worcester City Centre Trail

Address

London Road, WORCESTER, Worcestershire, WR5 2DJ

Telephone
01905 722233

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Free

WORCESTER

The Battle of Worcester in 1651 was one of the largest land battles ever fought in England; a conservative estimate of the numbers suggests the Parliamentarians outnumbered the Royalists by 28000 to 12000.

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16 reviews
The Cut Visitor Centre

Address

193 Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, SY2 6AH

Telephone
01952 728070

enquiries@shropshirewildlifetrust.org.uk

Type

Type:

Free

Shrewsbury

Aiming to give all children opportunities to enjoy being outside and discovering wildlife, you can enjoy wildlife and insect trails.

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
43 reviews
69wards Cycle and Walking Routes - Cotteridge to Northfield

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Cycling Tour

Explore South Birmingham’s picturesque heritage sites with this fun-filled route. Mostly traffic-free using shared paths, parks and only a few roads.
Shrewsbury River Walk

Address

Castle Gates, SHREWSBURY, Shropshire, SY1 2AD

info@gps-routes.co.uk

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Type:

Nature Trail

SHREWSBURY

A beautiful circular walk around Shrewsbury, visiting the River Severn, exploring the castle grounds and the Quarry Park.
Woodgate Valley Country Park

Address

Clapgate Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands, B32 3DS

Telephone
0121 421 7575

leo.mckevitt@birmingham.gov.uk

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Country / Royal Park

Birmingham

Four hundred and fifty acre country park of meadows, woodland, hedgerows and wetland. Visitor Centre with cafe. Pony Trekking Centre and small urban farm.

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
65 reviews
69wards Cycle and Walking Routes - Balsall Heath - Moseley to Brandwood to Kings Heath

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Cycling Tour

Enjoy a little adventure exploring green spaces and a lovely stretch of canal as well as experiencing great local neighbourhood vibes in Balsall Heath, Moseley or Kings Heath.
Victoria Park Tipton

Address

Victoria Road, TIPTON, West Midlands, DY4 8SW

Telephone
0121 569 3069

countryside_services@sandwell.gov.uk

Type

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Municipal Park

TIPTON

Public park and green space with play area, and grass sports pitches.