Cole Valley / Project Kingfisher

Visit one of Birmingham’s last surviving working watermills, where you can spot waterfowl and learn about the inspirations for the books of J.R.R. Tolkien.

Explore the great outdoors at The Shire Country Park, a lovely green space in Birmingham. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

Explore the great outdoors at Moseley Bog, a lovely green space in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

After visiting Shirley Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Solihull. Discover the area's shops or seek out its golf courses.

You can spend time exploring the galleries in West Midlands Police Museum during your travels in Birmingham. Experience the area's great live music and fascinating museums.

Enjoy a stop at Hickory Dickory's Playhouse, an entertaining place to visit in Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.