Local area

Discover the history of chocolate and see it being made. Visitors can learn how cocoa beans are grown, how they came to be imported to Europe and made into the chocolate we know today.

The Bullring area of Birmingham has been totally redeveloped into a modern 21st century shopping experience. The shopping Centre now has more then 160 shops and numerous eating facilities.

The NEC stages more than 180 exhibitions each year ranging from world famous public shows such as Crufts Dog Show and Clothes Show Live to International Trade Exhibitions like IPEX and Spring Fair.

Brindley Place is an excellent place to head if you are into sightseeing and enjoying a good drink with its stylish bars, restaurants and individual shops. It is also home to the National Sea Life Centre and Ikon Gallery. Also a good starting point from which to explore Birminghams restored canal network.

or the more athletic family member there’s the Twinpeaks indoor rock climbing, get competitive in tenpin bowling or relax with your favourite movie stars at one of Europe’s largest cinemas. All of these activities and entertainment will easily work up an appetite so take your pick from one of the Italian, Indian, Chinese, Japanese or American restaurants!