HOTELS IN THE WEST MIDLANDS

One of the thrills of a short break in the West Midlands is to rediscover the delights of enjoying the buzz of a major city that isn't London! The county of West Midlands includes Birmingham and other major urban areas, divided by Green Belt areas that ensure the countryside never seems far away either.

There are few UK cities that can delight with a combination of top class shopping, excellent restaurants, funky bars, and world-class arts venues, but Birmingham manages all that with ease. Birmingham even has more miles of canals than Venice! So book into that Birmigham hotel and enjoy shopping in the gleaming new Selfridges, or browse in the markets before enjoying an 'authentic' Indian balti. Enjoy top international concerts at Symphony Hall, before hitting the lively bars and varied nightclubs.

Everywhere you look in Birmingham, something fascinating is just waiting to be discovered, such as the National Trust's preserved 19th century back to back houses near the Hippodrome Theatre, or the Gainsboroughs and Monets at the Barber Institute of Fine Art.
The history of the West Midlands goes back much further than its industrial past might suggest. In Dudley, you can explore the ruins of Dudley castle or discover the area's history at the Black Country Living Museum, although the kids will probably want to go to Dudley Zoo as well!
Stay in a West Midlands bed and breakfast and explore Walsall, whose famous leather craftsmen still take the Queen's handbags! Or enjoy great ‘Brummie' hospitality at a West Midlands guest house before exploring the historic city of Wolverhampton, or cheer on the Wanderers at a football match.
A short break in the West Midlands will change your view of Birmingham forever!