LET`S GO with the CHILDREN - Lets Go With The Children

LET’S GO with the CHILDREN
WEST MIDLANDS
Contents
Animals & Nature……………….………………..2
History, Art & Science……………………………4
Trips & Transport…………………………………8
Fun & Play…………………………………….…..9
Activities……………….………………………….12
Entertainment………………...…………...……..17
KEY: Prices given are for a family of four (2 adults, 2 children)
ANIMALS & NATURE
BIRMINGHAM Edgebaston Reservoir
a: Ladywood, B16 9EE t: 0121 454 1908 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
A natural scenic two mile walk around the open water that is an oasis of natural beauty. Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Old Rectory Farm & Sheldon Country Park
a: Ragley Drive, Sheldon, B26 3TU t: 0121 742 0226 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Say hello to assorted animals on the farm or go exploring on the foot and cycle paths. Picnic and
playground. Open Apr-Sept, daily, 10am-5pm, Oct-Mar, 10am-4pm. Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Woodgate Valley Urban Farm
a: Clapgate Lane, Bartley Green, B32 3BS t: 0121 426 1871
Within the country park, the small volunteer-run farm has lots of animals to see at close quarters.
Open daily, 10.30am-4pm (6pm summer). Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Woodgate Valley Country Park
a: Clapgate Lane, Bartley Green, B32 3DS t: 0121 421 7575 Pony Trekking Centre 0121 422 3464
w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Enjoy the wild flower meadow and the butterfly garden or venture further on miles of walkways. Pony
trekking centre and play area. Visitors centre open daily, 10am-6pm, (4.30pm, winter). Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Lickey Hills Country Park
a: Warren Lane, Rednal, B45 8ER t: 0121 447 7106 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Head out to the park armed with games and a picnic for a traditional family outing.The award winning
park has lots of interest for when you’ve had enough ball games and the adventure playground, venture
up Beacon Hill to the toposcope and a view of landmarks in twelve different counties! Visitors Centre
open daily, summer, 10am-6.50pm, winter, 10am-4.20pm. Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Sutton Park National Nature Reserve
a: Sutton Coldfield, B74 2YT t: 0121 355 6370 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Large woodland park is SSSI and a National Nature Reserve. Cattle and wild ponies roam freely.
Children’s play area and small amusement park (summer only). Visitor centre open daily, 10am6pm, (4.30pm, winter). Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Birmingham Nature Centre
a: Pershore Road, B5 7RL t: 0121 472 7775 w: www.birming.gov.uk
Discover lemurs, meerkats, snakes, deer, owls and red pandas. The under 5s will love ‘Lilliput’, home to
rabbits and guinea pigs. Open Apr-Oct, daily, 10am-5pm, Nov-Mar, Sat-Sun, 10am-4pm. Cost is up to £10
BIRMINGHAM Birmingham Botanical Gardens
a: Westbourne Road, Edgbaston, B15 3TR t: 0121 454 1860 w: www.birminghambotanicalgardens.org.uk
Visit the children’s discovery garden, themed gardens; see exotic birds, tropical glasshouses, the '
Growing
Schools Garden'and adventure playground. Under 5s free. Open Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm, Sun, 10am-5pm,
(Apr-Sept, 7pm). Cost is up to £30
BIRMINGHAM National Sea Life Centre
a: The Water's Edge, Brindley Place, B1 2HL t: 0871 423 2110 w: www.sealifeeurope.com
Giant aquariums allow close inspection of a myriad of sea creatures from star fish to sharks. Look out
'
Amazon Attacks'and aquarium mirror maze. Open daily, Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, Sat-Sun & school hols,
10am-5pm. Pay as you go
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DUDLEY Himley Hall & Park
a: DY3 4DF t: 01384 817817
A wide variety of special events and exhibitions are held throughout the year at this great hall and
landscaped parkland. Hall open Apr-mid Sept, Tues-Sun & Bank Hol Mons, 2-5pm. Parkland open
all year, daily, dawn -dusk. Free entrance
DUDLEY Dudley Area Nature Reserves and Country Parks
w: www.dudley.gov.co.uk
Ther are seven, including Buckpool and Fens Pool Nature Reserve, 01384 812780. Bumble Hole
Local Nature Reserve, 01384 814100. Leasowes Park and Saltwells Local Nature Reserve, 01384
812795. Wren'
s Nest National Nature Reserve. Free entrance
DUDLEY Dudley Zoological Gardens
a: 2 The Broadway, DY1 4QB t: 01384 215313 w: www.dudleyzoo.org.uk
Get up close in the Walkthrough Lemur Wood, explore with Dr Dudley, enjoy Monkey Tails and meet
scary creatures in the Discovery Centre. Open daily, 10am-5pm, (4pm, winter). Cost is up to £40
SOLIHULL Parkridge Centre & Brueton Park
a: B91 3HW t: 0121 704 0768 w: www.warwickshire-wildlife-trust.org.uk
Investigate the bird box camera at the education centre within the five-acre Nature Reserve or
have fun in the play area. Open Apr-Oct, daily, 10am-4.30pm, Nov-Mar, 10am-4pm. Free entrance
STOURBRIDGE Kinver Edge & Holy Austin Rock Houses
a: Compton Road, DY7 6DL t: 01384 872553 w: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Dramatic views across surrounding counties from the sandstone cliffs. Find some of the country'
s
oldest cave dwellings which were inhabited until 1950(entry charge). Rock houses and tea room
open 4 Mar-28 Nov, Thurs-Sun, 2-4pm. Free entrance
STOURBRIDGE The Falconry Centre
a: Hagley, DY9 0JB t: 01562 700014 w: www.thefalconrycentre.co.uk
See magnificent eagles, owls, hawks and falcons. Daily flying displays can be seen from 1pm,
weather permitting. Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, Sun, 11am-5pm. Cost is up to £20
WALSALL Walsall Country Parks and Nature Reserves
t: 01922 459813 w: www.walsall.gov.uk
See web site for information about 15 different nature reserves. 8-16 year olds can become
members of the Really Green Discovery Team. Free entrance
WEST BROMWICH Forge Mill Modern Dairy Farm and Visitor Centre
a: Sandwell Valley Country Park, B71 3DX t: 0121 538 7210
Watch the cows being milked in the afternoon or feed the hens and goats. There is a picnic area
and children'
s play area. Open daily, 10am-4.30pm. Free entrance
WEST BROMWICH Sandwell Valley Country Park
a: B71 4BG t: 0121 553 0220 w: www.laws.sandwell.gov.uk
Explore on foot or mountain bike on woodland paths. Watch water sports, visit the play areas and
RSPB centre. Open daily. Free entrance
WEST BROMWICH Sandwell Park Farm
a: Salters La, B71 4BG t: 0121 553 0220 w: www.laws.sandwell.gov.uk
Learn old farming techniques at this restored 18th century farm. See rare breeds and watch sheep shearing
to butter making on event days. Open daily, 10am-4.30pm. Admission free Mon-Fri. Cost is up to £10
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WOLVERHAMPTON Northycote Farm
a: Underhill Lane, Bushbury, WV10 8LT t: 01902 397906 w: www.wolverhampton.gov.uk
A Tudor farmhouse where you can see favourite and rare breeds, roam around 90 acres of
wooded parkland. Open daily, 9am-4pm. Free entrance
WOLVERHAMPTON Smestow Valley Nature Reserve
a: WV6 8NX t: 01902 552351 w: www.wolverhampton.gov.uk
Plenty of wildlife to see on foot or cycle along the disused railway line in this wooded country park. Free
entrance
HISTORY, ART & SCIENCE
BIRMINGHAM Ikon Gallery
a: 1 Ouzells Square, B1 2HS t: 0121 248 0708 w: www.ikon-gallery.co.uk
Chill out to unusual displays of modern art or drop into a hands-on workshop. Open Tues-Sun &
Bank Hol Mons, 11am-6pm. Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Pen Room
a: 60 Frederick Street, Hockley, B1 3HS t: 0121 236 9834 w: www.penroom.co.uk
Doodle using quills and dipping pens and discover the history of pen making. Open Mon-Sat, 11am-4pm,
Sun, 1-4pm. Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Sarehole Mill
a: Cole Bank Road, Hall Green, B13 0BD t: 0121 777 6612 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Explore this restored 18th century water mill and find out the links to Tolkien. Please check opening
times before visiting. Telephone for opening times. Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Barber Institute of Fine Arts
a: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, B15 2TS t: 0121 414 7333 w: www.barber.org.uk
Admire famous artists'pictures or get stuck in to a lively hands on art and craft session. Also see
the collections of Byzantine coins. Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, Sun, 12noon-5pm. Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Lapworth Museum of the School of Earth Sciences
a: Birmingham University, Edgbaston, B15 2TT t: 0121 414 7294 w: www.lapworth.bham.ac.uk
Budding geologists will love the minerals, fossils, rocks and dinosaur displays. Open Mon-Fri, 9am5pm, Sat-Sun, 2-5pm. Closed for one week at Christmas & Easter. Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Soho House
a: Soho Avenue, Handsworth, B18 5LB t: 0121 554 9122 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
The home of pioneer Matthew Boulton. Special bicentenary events and exhibitions in 2009. Open
Easter-Oct, Tues-Sun & Bank Hol Mons, 11.30am-4pm. Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Museum of The Jewellery Quarter
a: Vyse Street, Hockley, B18 6HA t: 0121 554 3598 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Tour a ‘time capsule’ jewellery works. An informative audio exhibition shows how the jeweller'
s craft has
deleloped over the centuries. Open Easter-Oct, Tues-Sun & Bank Hol Mons, 11.30am-4pm, Nov-Easter
Tues-Sat & Bank Hol Mons. Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Blakesley Hall
a: Blakesley Road, Yardley, B25 8RN t: 0121 464 2193 w: www.bmag.org.uk
Re-live the past in this Tudor farmhouse with period themed activities. Open Easter-Oct, Tues-Sun
& Bank Hol Mons, 11.30am-4pm. Free entrance
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BIRMINGHAM Weoley Castle
a: Alwold Rd, B29 6BU t: 0121 464 2193 w: www.bmag.org.uk
See the ruins of a moated medieval manor house. Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
a: Chamberlain Square, B3 3DH t: 0121 303 2834 w: www.bmag.org.uk
Find anything from ancient treasures to modern art. Take the free History Bus on Summer
Sundays to five other museums in the city. Open Mon-Thurs & Sat, 10am-5pm, Fri, 10.30am-5pm,
Sun, 12.30pm-5pm. Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Aston Hall & Park
a: Trinity Rd, B6 6JD t: 0121 327 0062 w: www.bmag.org.uk
This magnificant hall has had a major redevelopment, new facilities, play area and improved museum
experience. Look out for re-launch events. Re-opens from summer 2009-1Nov, 11.30am-4pm. Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Birmingham Cathedral,
a: Colmore Row t: 0121 2621840 w: www.birminghamcathedral.com
Visit this early 18th century city cathedral. Open Mon-Fri, 7.30am-6.30pm (July-Sept, 5pm) SatSun, 8.30am-5pm. Free entrance
BAGINTON Lunt Roman Fort,
a: CV8 3AJ t: 024 7630 3567 w: www.theherbert.org
Imagine life as a Roman soldier when you visit this partially reconstructed wooden fort. Open AprOct, Sat-Sun & Bank Hol Mons, mid Jul-mid Sept, Wed-Sun, 10.30am-4.30pm. Cost is up to £10
BAGINTON Midland Air Museum
a: Rowley Road, Coventry Airport, CV8 3AZ t: 024 7630 1033 w: www.midlandairmuseum.co.uk
Sit in the cockpit of a mighty Vulcan bomber. See a unique collection of historic aircraft and engines. Cold
War exhibition from Easter. Open Apr-Oct, Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, Suns & Bank Hol Mons, 10am-6pm;
Nov-Mar, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £20
BIRMINGHAM Railway Museum
a: Warwick Road, Tyseley, B11 2HL t: 0121 707 4696 w: www.vintagetrains.co.uk
Visit the locomotive works and visitor'
s centre or take a steam train excursion. See web site for full
details. See web site for opening times and excursion timetable. Cost is up to £10
BIRMINGHAM Birmingham International Airport Aviation Experience,
a: Terminal 1 B26 3QJ t: 0121 782 7901
Watch the planes on the runways at this busy terminal while sitting in an aeroplane seat. Open daily,
9am-7pm, summer 9pm. Cost is up to £10
BIRMINGHAM Selly Manor Museum
a: Maple Road, B30 2AE t: 0121 472 0199
Step back to Tudor times at two transported buildings. Look out for the hideaway in the attic
bedroom. Lots of hands on activities and events. Open Tues-Fri, 10am-5pm, Apr-Sept, Sat, Sun &
Bank Hol Mons, 2-5pm. Cost is up to £10
BIRMINGHAM The Transport Museum, Wythall
a: Chapel Lane, Wythall, B47 6JX t: 01564 826471 w: www.bammot.org.uk
The museum is home to lots of vintage buses to explore and ride. Ride on minature steam railway
on special event days. Open Mar-Nov, Sat-Sun & Bank Hol Mons, 11am-4pm; also Wed, May-Aug,
1-4.30pm. See website for ride timetable. Cost is up to £20
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BIRMINGHAM Birmingham Back to Backs
a: Hurst/Inge Street, B5 4TE t: 0121 753 7757 w: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Experience life from four different eras from 1840 to 1977 on a timed ticket guided tour, glimpse into the
lives of the people who lived there. (pre-booking recommended). Open 2 Feb-23 Dec, Tues-Sun, 10am5pm. Open Bank Hol Mons but closed Tues following. Closed during term time Tues-Thurs am for school
use. Cost is up to £20
BIRMINGHAM National Motor Cycle Museum
a: Coventry Road, Bickenhill, B92 0EJ t: 01675 443311 w: www.nationalmotorcyclemuseum.co.uk
This museum has 850 motorbikes dating from 1903 on display. Open daily, 10am-6pm. Cost is up to £20
BIRMINGHAM Imax® Theatre
a: Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Digbeth, B4 7XG t: 0121 202 2222 w: www.imax.ac.uk
See spectacular 2D and 3D films explode into life on the largest cinema screen in the Midlands. Joint
tickets with Thinktank available. Open daily, see website or telephone for film times. Cost is up to £30
BIRMINGHAM Thinktank
a: Millennium Point, Curzon Street, B4 7XG t: 0121 202 2222 w: www.thinktank.ac
Fun for all the family, science and discovery come alive with more than 200 hands-on exhibits and the
advanced digital Planetarium. Open daily, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £30
BIRMINGHAM Cadbury World
a: Bournville, B30 2LU t: 0845 450 3599 w: www.cadburyworld.co.uk
Delve into the history of chocolate and experience chocolate heaven in the Purple Planet, the Bourneville
Experience and Essence. Open, mid Jan-Dec. Please telephone for days and times. (Advance booking
advisable). Cost is up to £40
COVENTRY Coventry Transport Museum
a: Hales Street, CV1 1PN t: 024 7623 4270 w: www.transport-museum.com
Try changing a tyre in the 50s, 60s and 70s Boomtown Gallery or experience the supersonic
ThrustSSC simulator. Open daily, 10am-5pm. Free entrance
COVENTRY Priory Visitor Centre
a: Priory Row, CV1 5EX t: 024 7655 2242
The centre is on the site of the original Coventry Cathedral. Unearthed artifacts from excavations, '
touch’
computers and an interactive area for children. Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, Sun, 12noon-4pm. Free entrance
COVENTRY Herbert Art Gallery and Museum
a: Jordan Well, CV1 5QP t: 024 7683 2386 w: www.theherbert.org
Visit the newly redeveloped gallery to see the varied collections and enjoy some interesting hands
on activities. Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5.30pm, Sun, 12noon-5pm. Free entrance
COVENTRY Jaguar Daimler Heritage Centre
a: Browns Lane, Allesley, CV5 9DR t: 02476 203322
The museum is the showcase of Jaguar history. Pre-booking only, except public opening on last
Sun of the month (not Dec), 10am-4pm. Free entrance
COVENTRY Coventry Cathedral
a: Priory Street, CV1 5AB t: 024 7652 1200 w: www.coventrycathedral.org.uk
A fine example of modern architecture, see the famous tapestry and beautiful windows, climb the
tower, discover the ruins of the original bombed cathedral. Open daily, 9am-5pm. Cost is up to £20
CRADLEY HEATH Haden Hill House
a: Halesowen Road, B64 7JU t: 01384 569444 w: www.museums.sandwell.gov.uk
There are plenty of family fun events at this grand Victorian gentleman'
s period style house and
garden. Open Feb-Dec, Tues-Fri, 10am-5pm (closed 1-1.30pm); Sat-Sun, 2-5pm. Free entrance
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DUDLEY Dudley Museum and Art Gallery
a: Priory St, DY1 1HU t: 01384 815575 w: www.dudley.gov.co.uk
The museum houses a superb collection of fossils, and a varied programme of special exhibitions.
Open Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm. Closed Bank Hols. Free entrance
DUDLEY Black Country Living Museum
a: Tipton Road, DY1 4SQ t: 0121 557 9643 w: www.bclm.co.uk
Talk to costumed demonstrators and working craftsmen in historical buildings, at this museum canalside
village. Open Mar-Oct, daily, 10am-5pm, Nov-Feb, Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm. Cost is up to £40
KINGSWINFORD Broadfield House Glass Museum
a: Compton Drive, DY6 9NS t: 01384 812745 w: www.dudley.gov.co.uk
Marvel at the variety of glass from different eras from Roman to present day. See glass-blowing
demonstrations Wed-Sun. Open Tues-Sun, 12noon-4pm. Free entrance
SOLIHULL Barston Education Centre
a: Eastcote, B92 0HY t: 01675 443079
Pre-book a visit to the Severn Trent sewage treatment works and discover more about what
happens when you flush the toilet. Open by appointment only. Free entrance
STOURBRIDGE Red House Glass Cone
a: High Street, Wordsley, DY8 4AZ t: 01384 812750 w: www.dudley.gov.co.uk
Peer down from the top or explore the underground tunnels at this huge cone where glass used to
be made. Daily 10am-4pm. Free entrance
WALSALL Walsall Museum
a: Lichfield Street, WS1 1TR t: 01922 653116 w: www.walsall.gov.uk
Discover local history through changing displays and hands on family activities. Open Tues-Fri,
10am-5pm, Sat, 10am-4pm. Free entrance
WALSALL Walsall Leather Museum
a: Littleton St West, WS2 8EQ t: 01922 721153 w: www.walsall.gov.uk
Learn how the leather hides are made and the history of the industry, watch crafts people at work
and join a workshop. Open Apr-Oct, Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm; Nov-Mar, 4pm. Free entrance
WALSALL The New Art Gallery
a: Gallery Square, WS2 8LG t: 01922 654400 w: www.artatwalsall.org.uk
Children will love the interactive Discovery Gallery with the backpack of games and hands-on activity ideas
using puppets and dressing up clothes. Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, Sun, 11am-4pm. Free entrance
WEDNESBURY Wednesbury Art Gallery and Museum
a: Holyhead Road, WS10 7DF t: 0121 556 0683 w: www.walsall.gov.uk
See the permanent display of Ruskin pottery and visit the toy gallery or try the changing programme of
children’s activities. Open Apr-Sept, Tues-Fri, 10am-5pm, Sat, 2-5pm; Oct-Mar, Tues-Fri, 10am-5pm;
closed Jan. Free entrance
WEST BROMWICH The Oak House
a: Oak Road, B70 8HJ t: 0121 553 0759 w: www.laws.sandwell.gov.uk
Learn about Tudor architecture and living conditions at this large, timber-framed, 16th century
yeoman’s house. Telephone for opening times. Free entrance
WILLENHALL The Locksmith’s House
a: 54 New Road, WV13 2DA t: 01902 634542 w: www.bclm.co.uk
Enter a time warp on a visit to this gas-lit Victorian lock maker’s house. Guided tours for groups
can be arranged. Open Wed & Sat, 12noon-4pm. Free entrance
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WOLVERHAMPTON Moseley Old Hall
a: Fordhouses, WV10 7HY t: 01902 782808 w: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Follow the story of the escape of the King of England from Cromwell'
s troops and find out where he hid at
this 17th century manor house and knot garden. This year there are 350th celebrations for the Restoration of
King Charles ll with special events and family friendly activities. Open 6 Mar-31 Oct, Wed, Sat-Sun & Bank
Hol Mons & Tues (except 4 May), 5 Jul-14 Sept, 23-27 Oct, Sat-Wed, 12noon-5pm; 7 Nov-19 Dec, Sun
(guided tours only), 12noon-4pm. Cost is up to £20
WOLVERHAMPTON Wolverhampton Art Gallery and Museum
a: Lichfield Street, WV1 1DU t: 01902 552055 w: www.wolverhamptonart.org.uk
Discover Pop Art and traditional art in the newly opened galleries. Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm,
closed Bank Hol Mons. Free entrance
WOLVERHAMPTON Bantock House and Park
a: Finchfield Road, WV3 9LQ t: 01902 552195 w: www.wolverhamptonart.org.uk
Downstairs is furnished as the Bantocks lived. Upstairs, discover local history. The parkland has a
children'
s play area and putting green. Open Apr-Oct, Tues-Sun & Bank Hol Mons, 11am-5pm, Nov-Mar,
12noon-4pm. Free entrance
WOLVERHAMPTON Wightwick Manor
a: Wightwick Bank & Gardens WV6 8EE t: 01902 761400 w: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Step back in time to the age of the Pre-Raphaelites, set in 17 acres of picturesque gardens, this
Arts and Crafts style house has paintings, fabrics and furnishings by William Morris. Open 20 Feb19 Dec, see website for times and days. Cost is up to £20
TRIPS & TRANSPORT
BIRMINGHAM Party Boats Birmingham
a: Gas Street Basin, B1 2JT t: 0121 236 7057
Boat trips bookable for family parties and '
camping'boats for Scout and Guide groups. Book in advance.
Pay as you go
BIRMINGHAM Sherborne Wharf Heritage Narrow Boats
a: International Convention Centre Quayside B16 8DE t: 0121 455 6163 w: www.sherbornewharf.co.uk
Take a one hour informative boat trip along the Birmingham and Worcester Canal from the International
Convention Centre. Open Apr-Sept, daily; Oct-Mar, Sat-Sun, Dec for Santa Specials.Telephone for times.
Pay as you go
BIRMINGHAM The Shakespeare Express
t: 0121 708 4960 w: www.shakespeareexpress.com
Relax on a steam train ride between Snow Hill and Stratford-upon-Avon stations. Discounts on prebooked tickets. Operates Jul-Sept. See web site for timetable and booking. Pay as you go
DUDLEY Dudley Canal Tunnel
a: Off A4123, Birmingham New Road, Dudley, DY1 4SB t: 01384 236275 w: www.dudleycanaltrust.org.uk
Fascinating and informative electric narrow boat trips through tunnels and into limestone caverns.
Find out what '
legging'means. Open Mar-Oct, daily, 10am-5pm, Feb & Nov, Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm,
Dec open for Santa Specials. Cost is up to £20
STOURBRIDGE Stourbridge Navigation Trust
a: The Bonded Warehouse, Canal Street, DY8 4LU t: 01384 375912 w: www.stourbridge.com
Three-hour trips on the ‘Black Countryman’ and longer day trips on selected dates. Pre-booking
advisable. Trips run mid Apr-Oct, Sun afternoons & Bank Hol Mons & in Dec for Santa Trips.
Please telephone for prices and operating times. Cost is up to £20
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FUN & PLAY
ALDRIDGE Adventureland
a: Unit 6, Coppice Lane, WS9 9AA t: 0845 337 0039 w: www.adventure-land.co.uk
Huge soft play area with great slides, Tarzan ropes, cave climb, climbing tower and scary cliff
hang. Up to 12 year olds. Open daily, 10am-6pm. Cost is up to £10
BILSTON Bilston Craft Gallery
a: Mount Pleasant, WV14 7LU t: 01902 552507 w: www.wolverhampton.gov.uk
Find exciting exhibitions, workshops and holiday activities. Under 5'
s will love to explore the wide range of
craft play materials. Open Tues, Thurs, 10am-4pm, Wed, 10am-7pm, Fri, 10am-1pm, Sat, 11am-4pm.
Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Cannon Hill Park
a: Moseley, B13 8RD t: 0121 442 4226 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
This 80 acre park has many outdoor family events besides two boating lakes. Free entrance
BIRMINGHAM Cocks Moors Woods Leisure Centre
a: Alcester Road South, Kings Heath, B14 6ER t: 0121 464 1996 w: www.cmwlc.co.uk
Have fun in a tropical beach-style pool with a wave machine, flume and water features. Soft play
and leisure centre facilities. Telephone for opening times. Cost is up to £10
BIRMINGHAM Hickory Dickory’s Playhouse
a: Unit 3, Findlay Road, Kings Heath, B14 7SN t: 0121 4433939 w: www.hickorydickorys.co.uk
Huge soft play frame with eight slides, ball pools, trampolines and more for children under 11
years. Open Mon-Fri, 9.30am-6.30pm, Sat-Sun & Bank Hols opens 10am. Cost is up to £10
BIRMINGHAM Scallywags
a: The Fort Shopping Park, B24 9FP t: 0121 382 4405 w: www.scallywagsindoorplay.com
Find slides, ball pools and more at this indoor soft play centre. For children up to 11 years. Open
Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6.30pm, Suns, 11am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
BIRMINGHAM Funky Monkeys
a: Fort Dunlop, Fort Parkway, B24 9HL t: 0121 748 3137 w: www.funkymonkeys.co.uk
Jungle themed multi-level soft play centre for children up to 1.45metres. Open daily, 10am-6.30pm.
Cost is up to £10
BIRMINGHAM Tumble Jungle
a: Wharfside Leisure Complex, Lifford La, B30 3DZ t: 0121 248 0600 w: www.tumblejungle.co.uk
Whoosh down the drop and astro slides or get lost in the tunnels at this large jungle-themed soft
play area. Also a football area. Open daily, 10am-7pm. Cost is up to £10
BIRMINGHAM Treasure Island Play
a: Northfield Trading Est, 620 Bristol Road South, B31 2JR t: 0121 411 1213 w: www.treasureisland-play.co.uk
Climb the ship nets at this pirate themed soft play centre for children up to 1.5 metres. Separate
toddler area. Open Mon-Fri, 9.30am-6pm, Sat & Sun, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
BIRMINGHAM Stechford Cascades
a: Station Road, B33 8QN t: 0121 464 5596 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
The centre has a 25 metre swimming pool and a fun pool with cascading pools and a 110 metre
waterslide. Open daily, times vary. Cost is up to £10
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BIRMINGHAM The Castle
a: Farnborough Road, Castle Vale, B35 7JE t: 0121 464 4644 w:
Indoor adventure play centre with lots of fun play aparatus for children below 1.9m. Open Mon-Wed,
10am-7.30pm, Thurs & Fri, 10am-5.30pm, Sat, 9am-5.30pm, Sun, 10am-5.30pm. Cost is up to £10
BIRMINGHAM Kingstanding Leisure Centre
a: Dulwich Road, B44 0EW t: 0121 464 7890 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Swoosh down the flume and splash in the waves of this large fun pool. Telephone for opening and session
times. Cost is up to £10
BIRMINGHAM Quasar Elite
a: Westley Road, Acocks Green, B27 5UH t: 0121 764 4764
Zap your opponents in this space-age adventure laser game for children over seven years. Telephone for
opening times. Pay as you go
BRIERLEY HILL Scallywags
a: Merry Hill Shopping Centre, DY5 1QX t: 01384 74654 w: www.scallywagsindoorplay.com
Disappear into the ball pools, slip down the slides and more at this indoor soft play centre. For children up
to 11 years. Open Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm, Sun, 11am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
BRIERLEY HILL Pixie's Playhouse
a: Unit 2, Venture Way, DY5 1RG t: 01384 485065 w: www.pixiesplayhouse.co.uk
Have a jolly time with the kids at this friendly multi level play centre and there are special free toddler
sessions on weekday mornings during term time.Try out the new baby hockey table. Open Mon-Sat,
9.30am-6pm, Sun, 10.30am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
BRIERLEY HILL Scallywags
a: Level Street, DY5 1UA t: 01384 77004 w: www.scallywagsindoorplay.com
Find slides, ball pools and more at this indoor soft play centre. For children up to 11 years. Open daily,
9.30am-6.30pm, Sat, 9.30am-6pm, Sun,10am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
COVENTRY Coombe Country Park
a: Brinklow Road, Binley, CV3 2AB t: 024 7645 3720 w: www.coventry.gov.uk
Go wild in 400 acres of parkland with lakeside and woodland walks and gardens. Two play areas.
Visitor centre open Apr-Sept, daily, 9.30am-5pm; Oct-Mar, 4pm. Free entrance
COVENTRY War Memorial Park
a: Kenilworth Road, CV3 6PT
Lots of events to enjoy as well as mini golf, children’s play area, splash '
n play area in summer with
sports facilities. Open dawn-dusk. Free entrance
COVENTRY Purple Planet Play Centre
a: Whitefriars Road, CV1 2DT t: 02476 228 254 w: www.tinytimscentre.co.uk
Find a great place to go with the kids at this centre which helps fund charity Tiny Tim'
s Children'
s Play
Centre for children with disabilities housed next door. There'
s lots of fun rope swings, ball pools, slides and
a maze of climbing tubes. Cost is up to £10
COVENTRY Funky Monkeys
a: Greyfriars Lane, Coventry, CV1 2GB t: 02476 227167 w: www.funkymonkeys.co.uk
Jungle themed soft play centre for children up to 12 years, try the sensory room, sand play and arts and
crafts room. Open daily. 10am-6.30pm. Cost is up to £10
COVENTRY Jungle Junction
a: Coventry Sports & Leisure Centre, Fairfax Street, CV1 5RY t: 024 7625 2540 w: www.coventrysports.co.uk
Follow the trail to go on safari in this indoor adventure play centre for children up to 1.37metres. Open
Sat-Sun & Wed, 10am-3pm, Fri, 10am-12noon, daily in school hols, 10am-3pm. Cost is up to £10
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COVENTRY Jam Jam Boomerang
a: Woodhams Road, Off Siskin Drive, Middlem CV3 4FJ t: 02476 303 893 w: www.jamjamboomerang.co.uk
Find a great place to go with the kids at this large exciting play centre, dare the depth drop slide, the 4
lane wavy slide, aerial glides and sport zone. There is a separate area for 0-4s with a car track, dressing
up box and storytime sessions. Open daily 9.30am-6pm. Cost is up to £10
COVENTRY Splash Pool
a: Coventry Sports & Leisure Centre, Fairfax Street, CV1 5RY t: 024 7625 2525 w: www.coventrysports.co.uk
Splash down the flume or shoot down the rapids.Telephone for session times. Pay as you go
DUDLEY Cheeky Chimps
a: Vicar Street, DY2 8RG t: 01384 250251 w: www.cheekychimpz.co.uk
Have fun climbing, sliding, swinging or jumping in the ball pools.There is also a football court and bouncy
castle. Open daily, 9.30am-6pm, (Fri-Sat, 6.30pm). Cost is up to £10
ROWLEY REGIS Jitter Bugs
a: Cardale St, Black Heath, B65 0NA t: 0121 561 3866 w: www.jitter-bugs.co.uk
Lots to do on three levels in the play frame, there is also a climbing wall and new motorised car track.
Open Mon-Fri, 9.30am-6.30pm, Sat, 10am-6.30pm, Sun, 10am-5.30pm. Cost is up to £10
SEDGLEY Baggeridge Country Park
a: DY3 4HP t: 01902 882605 w: www.sstaffs.gov.uk
Follow the trails or go wild on the super adventure playground. Try the miniature steam railway,
orienteering or high ropes courses. Open daily, 9am-8pm, (Nov-Apr, 5pm). Free entrance
SOLIHULL Notcutts Garden Centre
a: Stratford Rd, Shirley, B90 4EN t: 0121 744 4501 w: www.notcutts.co.uk
Have fun in the children'
s play area or plant seeds and join the young green fingers garden club.
Open Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm, Suns, 10.30am-4.30pm. Free entrance
SOLIHULL Play Pod
a: Rear of 208 Stratford Road, Shirley, B90 3AG t: 0121 745 7224 w: www.playpod.co.uk
Get out with the kids and try this play centre with separate areas for juniors toddlers and babies. There'
sa
mega drop slide, football court, glide swing, cargo nets and wave slide. Open Mon-Fri, 10am-5.30pm, SatSun, 10am-4pm. Cost is up to £10
STOURBRIDGE The Crystal Leisure Centre
a: Bell Street, DY8 1AE t: 01384 812910
Have fun in the Barrier Reef leisure pool with waves, slides, rapids, water sprays and more. Soft play den
for young children. Opening times vary. Cost is up to £10
STOURBRIDGE Chilly Kiddy’s
a: Unit E4, The Stourbridge Estate, Mill Race Lane, DY8 1JN t: 01384 444665 w: www.chilly-kiddys.co.uk
Check out the slide, ball pits and aerial glide in this soft play centre with an arctic theme. Open Mon-Sat,
9.30am-6pm, Suns, 11am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
STOURBRIDGE Laser Quest
a: The Warehouse, Amblecote, DY8 4DG t: 01384 443939 w: www.lasergames.co.uk
Get your adrenaline pumping when you kit yourself up with a laser gun and participate in this
space-age adventure. Open Mon-Fri, 12noon-10pm, Sat-Sun, 10am-10pm. Pay as you go
TIPTON Funtasia
a: Dudley Port, DY4 7SA t: 0121 520 7272 w: www.funtasia-online.co.uk
Indoor soft play zone with a pirate ship ball pit. Outdoor area with pedal go-karts, cars and playhouses.
Open Mon-Thurs, 9.30am-6.30pm, Fri-Sat, 9.30am-7pm, Sun, 11am-6.30pm. Cost is up to £10
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WALSALL Walsall Arboretum
a: Lichfield Street, WS4 2BU w: www.walsall.gov.uk
Have fun in the treasure island children’s playground and lido (summer only). For the Autumn
Illuminations event telephone 0845 1112909 or www.walsall-lights.com. Free entrance
WALSALL Crash Bang Wallop
a: 114-116 Lindon Road, WS8 7BW t: 01543 377100 w: www.crashbangwallop.biz
Indoor play centre with a multi-helix slide and more. There is a craft area for younger children.
Open Mon-Fri, 9.30am-6.30pm, Sat-Sun, 9.30am-7.30pm. Cost is up to £10
WEST BROMWICH Spacehoppas Playzone
a: Unit 11-12, Church Lane Estate, B71 1AR t: 0121 505 6401 w: www.spacehoppas.co.uk
Get on board this new space themed fun play centre in Spaceraiders, Moonwalkers, Spacecrawlers and
Allstars,all separate areas for different ages to give safety and the appropraite stimulating play.Plenty to keep
kids flying on slides rope bridges, tunnels and bash bags. Open daily,10am-6pm. Cost is up to £10
WILLENHALL Dizzy Kids
a: Unit 4, Straight Road, WV12 5AE t: 01922 491743 w: www.dizzykidz.com
Circus themed slides, ball pools and cannons for children up to 12 years. Separate toddler, football and
basketball areas. Open Mon-Fri, 10am-6.30pm, Sat, 10am-7pm, Sun, 10am-4pm. Cost is up to £10
WOLVERHAMPTON West Park,
a: WV1 4BE w: www.wolverhampton.gov.uk
Stroll around this city centre park and visit the newly restored Victorian glass house, children'
s play
area and boating lake. Open daily, 8am-dusk. Free entrance
WOLVERHAMPTON Knossos Place
a: Wolverhampton Sports Arena, Unit 1 Racecourse Road, WV6 0QU t: 01902 420827
w: www.tmmuk.com/sportsarenas/
Indoor play centre with slides, tunnels,a rope bridge, a giant piano, tumble tower and the spooky
room. Open daily, 9am-10pm. Cost is up to £10
WOLVERHAMPTON Go Kidz Go
a: Cullwick Street, WV1 2UN t: 01902 401431 w: www.gokidzgo.com
Go on bridges, nets, mazes, drop slides and try the '
Skyrider'Aerial Runway (extra charge).
Children up tp 16 years. Open Mon-Sat, 10am-8pm, Sun, 12noon-8pm. Cost is up to £20
WOLVERHAMPTON Wolverhampton Swimming & Fitness Centre,
a: Planetary Road, Wednesfield, WV13 3SW t: 01902 384777 w: www.wolverhampton.gov.uk
Leisure pool with wave action, water slides, rapids, and bubble pool. Also soft play area. Pay as you go
ACTIVITIES
ACOCKS GREEN Acocks Green Bowling
a: Westley Rd, B27 7UH t: 0121 706 1669 w: www.gotenpin.co.uk
BEARWOOD We are Mud
a: 521 Bearwood Rd, B66 4BE t: 0121 429 9345 w: www.wearemud.com
Pottery painting.
BILSTON Bilston LC
a: Prouds La, WV14 6PW t: 01902 552430 w: www.wolverhampton.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Squash, soft play area, snooker, fitness suite, racketball, aerobics.
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BIRMINGHAM Chamberlain Health & Fitness Centre
a: Highgate, B12 9FF t: 0121 464 6060 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Table tennis, badminton, martial arts, trampolining, basketball, fitness suite.
BIRMINGHAM Small Heath LC*
a: Muntz St, B10 9RX t: 0121 464 6131 w: www.leisure.birmingham.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Football, badminton, martial arts, badminton, squash, play centre, dance,
fitness suite.
BIRMINGHAM Sparkhill Pool
a: Stratford Rd, Shirley, B11 4EA t: 0121 464 1873 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Swimming, fitness suite.
BIRMINGHAM Creation Indoor Climbing Centre
a: Moseley Rd, B12 9AA t: 0121 449 8000 w: www.creationwall.co.uk
Climbing wall, bouldering wall.
BIRMINGHAM Moseley Road Pool
a: Balsall Heath, B12 9BX t: 0121 464 0150 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
BIRMINGHAM Cocks Moor Woods LC*
a: Alcester Rd Kings Heath, B14 6ER t: 0121 464 1996 w: www.leisure.birmingham.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Golf, badminton, tennis, netball, table tennis, football, basketball,
volleyball, hockey, bowls, toddler gym, trampolining, martial arts, aerobics.
BIRMINGHAM Harbourne Pool
a: Lordswood Rd, B17 9QS t: 0121 464 1174 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Swimming, fitness suite.
BIRMINGHAM Newtown Pool
a: Aston, B19 2SW t: 0121 464 2370 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Swimming, fitness suite.
BIRMINGHAM Redpoint Climbing Centre
a: Cecil St, B19 3SU t: 0121 359 1777 w: www.redpointclimbingcentre.co.uk
BIRMINGHAM Handsworth LC*
a: Holly Rd, B20 2BY t: 0121 464 6336 w: www.handsworthleisurecentre.co.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Football, netball, basketball, cricket, hockey, martial arts, badminton,
dance, fitness suite, yoga.
BIRMINGHAM Erdington Pool
a: Mason Rd, B24 9EJ t: 0121 464 0520 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Swimming, fitness suite.
BIRMINGHAM Fox Hollies LC*
a: Shirley Rd Acocks Green, B27 7NS t: 0121 464 4112 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. football, basketball, roller skating, rounders, cricket, badminton,
squash, table tennis, tennis, trampolining, fencing.
BIRMINGHAM Tiverton Road Pool
a: Selly Oak, B29 6BU t: 0121 464 0779 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Swimming, fitness suite.
BIRMINGHAM Linden Road Pool
a: Bournville, B30 1JR t: 0121 464 4500 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
BIRMINGHAM Northfield Pool
a: Bristol Rd South, B31 2PD t: 0121 464 1058 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Swimming, fitness suite.
BIRMINGHAM Stechford Cascades
a: Station Rd, B33 8QN t: 0121 464 5596 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Swimming, fitness suite.
BIRMINGHAM The Castle
a: Farnborough Rd Castle Vale, B35 7ED t: 0121 464 4644 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Swimming, soft play area.
BIRMINGHAM Beeches Pool
a: Beeches Rd Great Barr, B42 2HQ t: 0121 464 6296 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Swimming, fitness siute.
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BIRMINGHAM Kingstanding LC
a: Dulwich Rd, B44 0EW t: 0121 464 7890 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Swimming, fitness suite, wave pool.
BIRMINGHAM Great Barr LC
a: Aldridge Rd, B44 8NU t: 0121 464 0104 w: www.leisure.birmingham.gov.uk
Netball, football, basketball, martial arts, badminton, dance, hockey.
BIRMINGHAM Teamworks Karting
a: Fazeley St, B5 5SE t: 0870 900 3020 w: www.teamworkskarting.com
BIRMINGHAM Wyndley SC*
a: Clifton Rd Sutton Coldfield, B73 6EB t: 0121 464 7742 w: www.leisure.birmingham.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Trampolining, toddler gym, martial arts, football, hockey, table tennis,
tennis, badminton, squash, cricket, netball, rugby, gymnastics, fitness suite, cycling, bowls, danc
BIRMINGHAM Grand Prix Karting
a: Adderley Rd, B8 1AD t: 0121 327 7700 w: www.grandprixkarting.co.uk
BIRMINGHAM Walker-Adams Off Road Karting
a: Adderley Rd, B8 1AD t: 01785 660300 w: www.walker-adams.co.uk
BIRMINGHAM The Ackers
a: Small Heath, t: 0121 772 5111 w: www.ackers-adventure.co.uk
Skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing, climbing, abseiling, canoeing, kayaking, bell-boating, archery, orienteering.
BIRMINGHAM CITY CENTRE Bowlplex
a: Broadway Plaza, B16 9SP t: 0121 410 5888 w: www.bowlplex.co.uk
BIRMINGHAM CITY CENTRE Tenpin
a: Star City, B7 5SB t: 0871 873 3150 w: www.tenin.co.uk
Ten pin bowling.
BIRMINGHAM SOUTH WEST Go Ballistic
t: 0845 680 0478 w: www.goballistic.co.uk
Paintballing.
BLOXWICH Bloxwich LC*
a: High St, WS3 2DA t: 01922 710295 w: www.walsall.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool, Badminton, bowls, martial arts, dance, Fitness suite, martial arts,
gymnastics.
BLOXWICH GT Leisure Bowl
a: Revival St, WS3 3HJ t: 01922 711551
BROWNHILLS Youth Sailing @ Chasewater
a: Pool Rd, Chasetown, WS7 8QW t: 01543 686390 w: www.ysacw.org.uk
Sailing, windsurfing.
BUSHBURY AMF Strykers
a: Shaw Rd, WV10 9LG t: 0844 826 3040 w: www.amfbowling.co.uk
Ten pin bowling.
CHELMSLEY WOOD North Solihull SC*
a: Conway Rd, B37 5LA t: 0121 770 3822 w: www.leisure-centre.com
* Centre has swimming pool. Badminton, football, martial arts, fitness suite, athletics, trampoline.
COSELEY Coseley Pool
a: Peartree La, WV14 8HA t: 01384 812857 w: www.dudley.gov.uk
COSELEY Cannon Raceway
a: Gough Rd, WV14 8XR t: 01902 565000 w: www.cannonraceway.co.uk
Karting, mini moto racing (14+), laser tag.
COSELEY Go Ballistic
t: 0845 680 0478 w: www.goballistic.co.uk
Paintballing.
COVENTRY Planet Ice
a: Croft Rd, CV1 3AZ t: 02476 630693 w: www.planet-ice.co.uk
Ice skating, ice hockey.
COVENTRY Coventry S & LC
a: Fairfax St, CV1 5RY t: 024 7625 2525 w: www.coventry.gov.uk
Swimming.
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COVENTRY Alan Higgs Centre
a: Allard Way, CV3 1HW t: 024 7630 8244 w: www.covsf.com
Netball, football, badminton, Ozone soft play area, basketball, volleyball, martial arts, dance, fitness suite.
COVENTRY Bear Rock Indoor Climbing Centre
a: University of Warwick Sports Hall, CV4 7AL t: 024 7652 3011 w: www2.warwick.ac.uk
COVENTRY Midland SC*
a: Cromwell La, CV4 8AS t: 024 7647 4455 w: www.covsf.com
* Centre has swimming pool. Badminton, bowls, table tennis, table tennis, soft play area, martial
arts, football, hockey.
COVENTRY Xcel LC*
a: Canley, CV4 8DY t: 02476 856 956 w: www.covsf.com
* Centre has swimming pool. Football, netball, tennis, volleyball, basketball, martial arts, cricket,
badminton, dance, fitness suite.
COVENTRY Foleshill LC*
a: Livingstone Rd, CV6 5AR t: 024 7666 7121 w: www.coventrysports.co.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Martial arts.
COVENTRY Ricoh Arena
a: Pheonix Way Foleshill, CV6 6AQ t: 024 7678 6532 w: www.coventrysports.co.uk
Fitness suite, athletics.
COVENTRY Foxford
a: Grange Rd Longford, CV6 6BB t: 024 7664 4786 w: www.coventrysports.co.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Badminton, fitness suite.
COVENTRY Centre AT7
a: Bell Green Lane, CV6 7GP t: 024 7666 5530 w: www.covsf.com
Climbing, abseiling, high ropes course, football, netball, badminton, cricket, volleyball, football, martial arts,
trampolining and Deep Sea Den soft play centre with a bouncy castle.
Telephone for session times.
COVENTRY Coventry Karting
a: Exhall, CV7 9EJ t: 024 7664 4222 w: www.conenrtykarting.com
Karting, paintballing.
COVENTRY Tenpin
a: Cross Point Business Park, Oliver Way, t: 0871 873 3150 w: www.tenpin.co.uk
Ten pin bowling, laser games.
CRADLEY HEATH Haden Hill LC*
a: Barrs Rd, B64 7HA t: 01384 564811 w: www.laws.sandwell.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Netball, football, squash, badminton, table tennis, trampolining, dance.
CURDWORTH Dunton Stables
a: Marston Lane, B76 0DF t: 01675 470330 w: www.duntonstables.co.uk
Riding, pony trekking.
DARLESTON Darleston Swimming Pool & Multi Purpose Centre*
a: Victoria Rd, WS10 8AP t: 0121 526 7473 w: www.walsall.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Bowls, badminton, football, table tennis, martial arts, circuit training, fitness suite.
DUDLEY Goals Soccer Centre
a: Cakemore Rd, B65 0QX t: 0121 561 3000 w: www.goalsfootball.co.uk
DUDLEY Dudley LC*
a: Wellington Rd, DY1 1UH t: 01384 812815 w: www.dudley.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Basketball, football, martial arts, badminton, squash, toddler gym, fitness suite.
DUDLEY Bowlplex
a: Castlegate Way, DY1 4TA t: 01384 213413 w: www.bowlplex.co.uk
HALESOWEN Leasowes LC
a: Kent Rd, B62 8PJ t: 01384 816287 w: www.leasowes.dudley.gov.uk
Basketball, badminton, cricket, tennis, hockey, trampolining.
HALESOWEN Halesowen LC*
a: Great Cornbow, B63 3AF t: 01384 812800 w: www.dudley.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Squash, martial arts, circuit training, dance, racketball.
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HOCKLEY HEATH Delta Force
a: Earlswood, B94 6SE t: 0844 477 5050 w: www.paintballgames.co.uk
Paintballing.
KINGS NORTON Go Ballistic
t: 0845 680 0478 w: www.goballistic
Paintballing.
OLDBURY Langley Swimming Centre
a: Vicarage Rd, B68 8HS t: 0121 552 1329 w: www.laws.sandwell.gov.uk
OLDBURY Oldbury LC
a: Newbury La, B69 1HE t: 0121 552 4497 w: www.slt.sandwell.gov.uk
Netball, table tennis, tennis, football, badminton, basketball, bowls, squash.
RUBERY Hollywood Bowl
a: Birmingham Great Pk, B45 9WA t: 0121 453 0333 w: www.hollywoodbowl.co.uk
SEDGLEY Baggeridge Heights Aerial Ropes Adventure
a: Baggeridge Country Park, Gospel End, DY3 4HB t: 0845 880 2477 w: www.closertotheedge.co.uk
Situated at Baggeridge Country Park this superb Aerial Ropes Course which is open to the public, has
state of the art safety systems and instruction by highly qualified outdoor specialists to guide the visitor all
the way.Traverse through the rope challenges at 30ft above the forest floor, brave the Leap of Faith,
master the Giant Totem Poles, launch yourself down the Zipline or hurl yourself off the Fan Decender.
Exhilarating high level adventure for all the family as well as Birthday Parties, Corporate Groups,
Community Organisations and Schools. Booking is highly recommended. Sat-Sun, daily in school hols,
10am-5pm. Group bookings, all times. Cost is up to £75
SMETHWICK Hadley Stadium
a: Wilson Rd, B66 4ND t: 0121 434 4848 w: www.slt.sandwell.gov.uk
Football, badminton, trampolining.
SMETHWICK Smethwick Swimming Centre
a: Thimblemill Rd, B67 5QT t: 0121 429 1421 w: www.laws.sandwell.gov.uk
SMETHWICK Harry Mitchell LC
a: Broomfield, B67 7DH t: 0121 558 2973 w: www.slt.sandwell.gov.uk
Football, tennis, cricket, table tennis, badminton, squash.
SOLIHULL Tudor Grange LC*
a: Blossomfield Rd, B91 1NB t: 0121 705 6371 w: www.leisure-centre.com
* Centre has swimming pool. Toddler gym, martial arts, athletics, fitness suite.
SOLIHULL Blue Ice Solihull Rink
a: Hobs Moat Rd, B92 8JN t: 0121 742 5561 w: www.solihullicerink.co.uk
Ice skating, ice hockey, speed skating.
SOLIHULL Paint-a-Pot
t: 07970 015118
Pottery painting.
STIRCHLEY Lakeside Superbowl
a: Pershore Rd, B30 2YB t: 0121 458 4444 w: www.lakeside-superbowl.co.uk
STOURBRIDGE The Crystal Leisure Centre
a: Bell Street, DY8 1AE t: 01384 812910
Climbing wall. Opening times vary. Cost is up to £10
STOURBRIDGE Stourbridge Crystal LC*
a: Bell St, DY8 1AE t: 01384 812910 w: www.dudley.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Trampolining, table tennis, squash, tennis, toddler gym, netball, cricket,
basketball, badminton, football, squash, climbing, soft play area, aerobics, gymnastics, racketb
STOURBRIDGE Full Throttle Raceway
a: Mill Race La, DY8 1JN t: 01384 377707 w: www.fullthrotleraceway.co.uk
Karting.
TIPTON Tipton Sports Academy
a: Wednesbury Oak Rd, DY4 0BS t: 0121 502 5534 w: www.laws.sandwell.gov.uk
Netball, football, tennis, martial arts, badminton, squash.
TIPTON Tipton Swimming Centre
a: Queens Rd, DY4 8ND t: 0121 520 8147 w: www.laws.sandwell.gov.uk
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WALSALL Gala Baths
a: Tower St, WS1 1DH t: 01922 654005 w: www.walsall.gov.uk
Swimming, fitness suite.
WALSALL Walsall Outdoor Pursuits
a: Aldridge Airport Site/Sneyd Lake, WS3 2PA t: 01922 409834 w: www.walsall.gov.uk
High ropes, low ropes, climbing, abseiling, land yachting, archery, canoeing, kayaking, sailing,
rafts, wind surfing, orienteering, mountain biking.
WALSALL Oak Park LC*
a: Lichfield Rd, WS9 9PQ t: 01543 452849 w: www.walsall.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Toddler gym, basketball, football, bowls, tennis, hockey, martial arts,
badminton, squash, trampolining, roller skating.
WEDNESBURY Wednesbury LC*
a: High Bullen, WS10 7HP t: 0121 556 0060 w: www.slt.sandwell.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Badminton, bowls, basketball, football, netball.
WILLENHALL Willenhall LC*
a: Bath St, WV13 2EY t: 01902 368663 w: www.walsall.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Badminton.
WOLVERHAMPTON Warped Paintball
a: Cosford, TF9 2RN t: 01902 455455 w: www.warpedpaintball.co.uk
WOLVERHAMPTON Central Baths
a: Bath Ave, WV1 4EG t: 01902 552150 w: www.wolverhampton.gov.uk
Swimming, fitness suite.
WOLVERHAMPTON AMF Express
a: Birmingham Rd, WV2 3LW t: 0844 826 3039 w: www.amfbowling.co.uk
Ten pin bowling.
WOLVERHAMPTON Graiseley RC
a: Pool St, WV2 4NE t: 01902 552355 w: www.wolverhampton.gov.uk
Martial arts, yoga, fitness suite, gymkids.
WOLVERHAMPTON Colton Hills SC*
a: Jeremy Rd, WV4 5DG t: 01902 558461 w: www.wolverhampton.gov.uk
* Centre has swimming pool. Badminton, squash, tennis.
WOLVERHAMPTON Wolf Mountain
a: Unit 1 Racecourse Rd, WV6 0QU t: 01902 711186 w: www.wolfmountain.co.uk
Climbing wall, archery and caving.
WOLVERHAMPTON Aldersley Leisure Village
a: Aldersley Road, WV6 9NW t: 01902 556200 w: www.wolverhampton.gov.uk
Badminton, tennis, bowls, table tennis, netball, basketball, football, hockey, athletics, fitness suite, cycling.
WOLVERHAMPTON SAS Paintball
a: Codsall Wood, WV8 1QR t: 0800 0858 929 w: www.saspaintball.co.uk
Paintballing, laser games.
WOLVERHAMPTON Paintball Games
a: Hilton Park t: 0845 430 4455 w: www.paintballuk.com
ENTERTAINMENT
BIRMINGHAM BBC Tours Birmingham
a: Level 10, The Mailbox B1 1RF t: 0370 9011227 w: www.bbc.co.uk/tours
BBC Birmingham has thrown open its doors, offering you the chance to go inside the state-of-the-art studios
situated in The Mailbox. Take a peek behind the scenes of programmes made at the studios and try your
hand at some interactive fun! tour there is always the chance of bumping into a favourite presenter or radio
DJ, hearing some trade secrets or being party to some juicy gossip while passing the actors'green
room...The tour will take you inside as many studios as business allows but please remember that BBC
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Birmingham is a working building and no two tours are the same. *UK - wide rate charged at no more than
01/02 geographic numbers. Calls may be recorded for training. Please check website for details.
BIRMINGHAM Birmingham Repertory Theatre
a: Broad St, B1 2EP t: 0121 236 4455 w: www.birmingham-rep.co.uk
Drama, concerts, shows.
BIRMINGHAM MAC (Midland Arts Centre)
a: Cannon Hill Park, B12 9QH t: Reopens autumn 2009 w: www.macarts.co.uk
Cinema.
BIRMINGHAM Cineworld
a: Broad St, B15 1DA t: 0871 200 2000 w: www.cineworld.co.uk
BIRMINGHAM Crescent Theatre
a: Sheepcote St, B16 8AE t: 0121 643 5858 w: www.crescent-theatre.co.uk
BIRMINGHAM AMC
a: Broadway Plaza, B16 8LP t: 0870 755 5657 w: www.amccinemas.co.uk
Cinema.
BIRMINGHAM Odeon
a: New St, B2 4NU t: 0871 22 44 007 w: www.odeon.co.uk
BIRMINGHAM Alexander Stadium (athletics)
a: Perry Barr, B42 2LR t: 0121 464 8008 w: www.birmingham.gov.uk
Athletics, fitness suite.
BIRMINGHAM Alexandra Theatre
a: Suffolk St , B5 4DS t: 0870 607 7533 w: www.alexandratheatre.org.uk
BIRMINGHAM Hippodrome Theatre
a: Hurst Street, B5 4TB t: 0844 338 5000 w: www.birminghamhippodrome.com
BIRMINGHAM Warwickshire County Cricket Club
a: The County Ground, Edgbaston, B5 7QU t: 0870 062 1902 w: www.edgebaston.com
BIRMINGHAM Vue
a: Star City, B7 5SB t: 0871 22 40 240 w: www.myvue.com
BIRMINGHAM Birmingham City FC
a: St Andrews Stadium, B9 4NH t: 0871 557 1875 w: www.bcfc.com
BIRMINGHAM Aston Villa FC
a: Villa Park, Trinity Rd, t: 0800 612 0970 w: www.avfc.premiumtv.co.uk
BIRMINGHAM MAC (Midlands Arts Centre)
a: closed until autumn 2009 w: www.macarts.co.uk
Drama, concerts, shows.
BLOXWICH Library Theatre
a: Elmore Row t: 0845 111 2900 w: www.walsall.gov.uk
COVENTRY Belgrade Theatre
a: Belgrade Sq, CV1 1GS t: 024 7655 3055 w: www.belgrade.co.uk
COVENTRY Odeon
a: Sky Dome, CV1 3AZ t: 0871 22 44 007 w: www.odeon.co.uk
COVENTRY Coventry Rugby Club
a: Butts Park Arena, CV1 3GE t: 0871 750 9100 w: www.coventryrugby.co.uk
COVENTRY Showcase
a: Guilgud Way, Walsgrave, CV2 2SZ t: 0871 220 1000 w: www.showcasecinemas.co.uk
Cinema.
COVENTRY Warwick Arts Centre
a: University of Warwick, CV4 7AL t: 024 7652 4524 w: www.warwickartscentre.co.uk
Drama, concerts, cinema, gallery.
COVENTRY Criterion Theatre
a: Berkeley Rd South, CV5 6EF t: 024 7667 5175 w: www.criteriontheatre.co.uk
COVENTRY Coventry FC
a: Ricoh Stadium, Foleshill, t: 0844 873 1883 w: www.ccfc.premiumtv.co.uk
DUDLEY Showcase
a: Castlegate Way, DY1 4TA t: 0871 220 1000 w: www.showcasecinemas.co.uk
Cinema.
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DUDLEY Odeon
a: Merry Hill, DY5 1SY t: 0871 22 44 007 w: www.odeon.co.uk
ERDINGTON Showcase
a: Kingsbury Rd, B24 9QE t: 0871 220 1000 w: www.showcasecinemas.co.uk
Cinema.
QUINTON Reel Cinema
a: Hagley Rd West, B62 9AS t: 0121 421 5316 w: www.reelcinemas.co.uk
RUBERY Empire
a: Great Park, B45 9JL t: 0871 47 147 14 w: www.empirecinemas.co.uk
Cinema.
SOLIHULL Cineworld
a: Touchwood Centre, B91 3GS t: 0871 200 2000 w: www.cineworld.co.uk
SOLIHULL Solihull Arts Complex
a: Library Sq, Homer Rd, t: 0121 704 6962 w: www.solihull.gov.uk
Drama, concerts, cinema, shows.
SUTTON COLDFIELD Empire
a: Manley Corner, B72 1QL t: 0871 47 147 14 w: www.empirecinemas.co.uk
Cinema.
WALSALL Walsall FC
a: Bescot Stadium, WS1 4SA t: 0871 663 0111 w: www.saddlers.premiumtv.co.uk
WALSALL Showcase
a: Bentley Mill Way, WS2 0LE t: 0871 220 1000 w: www.showcasecinemas.co.uk
Cinema.
WEDNESFIELD Cineworld
a: Bentley Bridge Leisure, WV11 1TZ t: 0871 200 2000 w: www.cineworld.co.uk
WEST BROMWICH West Bromwich Albion FC
a: The Hawthorns, B71 4LF t: 0871 271 9780 w: www.wba.prmiumtv.co.uk
WOLVERHAMPTON Grand Theatre
a: Lichfield St, WV1 1DE t: 01902 429212 w: www.grandtheatre.info/
WOLVERHAMPTON Light House
a: Fryer St, WV1 1HT t: 01902 716055 w: www.light-house.co.uk
Cinema.
WOLVERHAMPTON Arena
a: Wulfruna street, WV1 1SE t: 01902 321321 w: www.wlv.ac.uk
Drama, concerts, shows.
WOLVERHAMPTON Zip Theatre
a: Newhampton Arts Centre, Dunkley Street, WV1 4AN t: 01902 572250 w: www.ziptheatre.co.uk
WOLVERHAMPTON Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
a: Molineux Stadium, WV1 4QR t: 0871 222 1877 w: www.wolves.premiumtv.co.uk
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