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Cadbury’s World
Uncover a world of chocolate delights and enjoy a fascinating, fun-packed day out at
Cadbury’s World. From learning how your favourite confectionery is made and uncovering
the fascinating story of Cadbury chocolate, to playing in chocolate rain and adding your
favourite treat to a delicious pot of warm liquid Cadbury Dairy Milk.
https://www.cadburyworld.co.uk/en
See on Routes 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, & 8
Brindley Place & Gas
Street Station
See on Routes 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, & 8
National Sea life Centre
Visit the National Sea Life Centre Birmingham and get closer than ever before to over 2,000
creatures including the UK's only 360 degree Ocean Tunnel.
https://www.visitsealife.com/birmingham/
See on Routes 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, & 8
Stourport Basins
See on Routes 1, 2, 4, 6, & 7
Tree-lined squares, International cuisine and an
enviable canal-side location make Brindley Place
one of Birmingham’s most exciting destinations. It is
perfectly positioned next to the Barclaycard
Arena and the International Convention Centre
(ICC), home to the Symphony Hall, making it an
ideal place for a pre-concert meal and drinks. It is
also home to the Bullring Shopping Centre and
described as the cultural centre of the Midlands.
http://visitbirmingham.com/birmingham-
areas/birmingham/brindleyplace/
http://visitbirmingham.com/birmingham-
areas/birmingham/brindleyplace/
Stourport on Severn is a long way from the sea, but has the atmosphere of a true maritime holiday resort. People from all over the region have been coming here for many years for a fun day out. It was once a busy inland port, which grew up around the point where the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal joins the River Severn. Today the restored canal basins are a great place to discover the history of the Stourport and the River Severn. http://stourporttown.co.uk/stourport-canal-basins/
See on Routes 1 & 6
Black Country Living Museum
The Black Country Living Museum is an award winning open air living museum that tells the story of the world's first industrial landscape. The museum opened to the public in 1978, and has since added over 50 shops, houses
Kidderminster: Severn Valley Railway to Bridgnorth
Worcester is a beautiful cathedral and University City with a fascinating history of industry, a
wealth of interesting architecture, top class sports teams and venues, an unrivalled selection
of high street names and independent boutiques and a vibrant programme of events.
https://www.visitworcestershire.org/worcester/
See on Routes 2, 3, 6 & 9
and other industrial buildings from around the Black Country in a specially built village. Most buildings were relocated from their original sites to form a base from where demonstrators portray life spanning 300 years of history, with a focus on 1850-1950. https://www.bclm.co.uk/
See the steam engine, feel the heat and
experience the train rumbling under your feet.
Prepare to venture back in time. The
Kidderminster Severn Valley Railway operate full-
size, mainly steam-hauled passenger trains for 16
miles along the beautiful Severn Valley between
Kidderminster, Bewdley and Bridgnorth
https://www.svr.co.uk/Kidderminster-Info.aspx
See on Routes 1, 2, 4, & 6
Droitwich Spa Lido
The Lido Park is near the old part of the
beautiful historic town of Droitwich Spa.
The park was awarded Green Flag status for
the first time in 2011/12 and each and every
year since and is well worth a visit on lovely
summer days.
https://www.wychavon.gov.uk/lido-park
See on Routes 3, 5, 6, 7, & 8
Historic City of Worcester
Hanbury Hall & Gardens
See on Routes 3, 5, 6, 7, & 8
Droitwich Spa Heritage Centre
The Droitwich Spa Heritage and Information Centre opened in 1980 and is housed on the former Brine Baths site. The present black and white building, known as St. Richards House, dates from the 1930s and consists of a very friendly and welcoming Tourist Information Centre, a fascinating local history exhibition and a small but comprehensive range of brass rubbing plates.
See on Routes 3, 5, 6, 7, & 8
https://www.droitwichspa.gov.uk/facilities/tourist-information-and-heritage-centre.html
The National Trust's Hanbury Hall
and Gardens is a country house,
garden and park within walking
distance of Hanbury Junction on
the canals and is well worth a visit
if time permits.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/
hanbury-hall-and-gardens
With sweeping views, a wildlife haven in the heath and unique homes carved straight into the rock, the famous Holy Austin Rock Houses are cozily restored to help you soak up the atmosphere of these unusual homes. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/kinver-edge-and-the-rock-houses. See on Routes 4, 6, & 7
Kinver Edge & Rock Houses
Red House Glass Cone
Symphony Hall Birmingham
Visit the Red House Glass Cone and see
glass-making demonstrations, explore the
underground tunnels and discover the
industry of the area.
https://www.stourbridge.com/red_house_
cone.htm. See on Route 4
Bewdely is situated in the Wyre Forest
District and is described as the most
perfect small Georgian town in
Worcestershire. Located on the River
Severn, its name says it all - from the
French words Beau Lieu - "beautiful
place".
http://www.bewdleytowncouncil.org/co
mmunity/bewdley-town-council-
12549/visiting-and-events/
Symphony Hall is an
architectural triumph and one of
the world’s best concert halls
acoustically. It’s built in the
traditional shoebox shape of the
great 19th century halls, but
with innovations developed by
renowned acoustic consultant
Russell Johnson.
https://www.thsh.co.uk/symphony-hall See on Routes 1, 2, 5, 6, 7 & 8
See on Route 4 & 6
Bewdely
The Jewellery Quarter
Alvechurch to Barnt Green Walk
Forge Studio Dunhamstead
The Jewellery Quarter is an area of
central Birmingham where there is an
abundance of museums, art galleries
and, of course, jewellery shops to visit.
https://jewelleryquarter.net/
See on Routes 1, 2, 5, 6, 7 & 8
Enjoy a river to lakeside 5 mile
circular walk from Alvechurch to
Barnt Green. The route follows a
beautiful stretch of canal, skirts two
local reservoirs (Lower and Upper
Bittell), and then along some
beautiful paths through trees and
crop fields up to Barnt Green before
more fields and tree-lined paths lead
you back to the start. This links shows
you the route:
https://www.ifootpath.com/display-
ifootpath-walk?walkID=8561
See on Routes 5 & 7
Forge Studio at Dunhamstead is a canal
side craft shop specialising in hand painted
items in the traditional canal style of Roses
and Castles. The Studio also displays work
by other artists and has a selection of brass
and copperware. They have an outside
seating area where you can relax and
enjoy hot or cold drinks. You can be
absolutely sure of a warm welcome here.
See on Routes 3, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9
Royal Pump Rooms – Leamington Spa
The Royal Pump Rooms is home to Leamington Spa’s Art Gallery & Museum, Leamington Library, Visitor Information Centre, the Royal Spa Centre's Box Office, together with a Café and Assembly Rooms. The building originally contained Royal Leamington Spa’s finest spa baths and assembly rooms, but was redeveloped in the late 1990s to become a centre for culture and tourism. https://www.warwickdc.gov.uk/royalpumprooms/site/index.php
Warwick Castle
Drayton Manor
Drayton Manor is a theme park resort and zoo in the grounds of the former beautiful Drayton Manor, in Drayton Bassett. Fun for the entire family and so simple as you moor up alongside the park.
https://www.draytonmanor.co.uk/
See on Routes 7 & 8
See on Route 8
Warwick Castle is a medieval castle developed from one originally built by William the Conqueror in 1068. Warwick is the county town of Warwickshire, England, situated on a bend of the River Avon.
https://www.warwick-
castle.com/plan/plan-a-visit.aspx
See on Route 8
Stratford-upon-Avon
The medieval market town of Stratford-upon-Avon is the 16th-century birthplace of William Shakespeare and there are many fantastic areas to explore within it. From quaint side streets with unique and individual shops to open parklands along the river, there’s something for everyone.
https://www.visitstratforduponavon.co.uk/
See on Route 9
Evesham
The old riverside market town of Evesham is situated in the centre of the famous horticultural Vale of Evesham - the fruit and vegetable basket of England. From the tranquil banks of the River Avon to the undulating hills and peaceful wooded slopes of the Cotswolds, the Vale offers some of the prettiest countryside in the United Kingdom.
https://www.cotswolds.info/places/evesham
.shtml See on Route 9
The Regal Cinema Evesham
Offering far more than an ordinary cinema,
this day-time up-market coffee shop turns
into a wine bar in the evening alongside Circle
and Auditorium Bars. Audiences have the
choice to watch films sat at candlelit tables on
the ground floor or to snuggle up in the
double love seats, regular seats or one of
their four Royal Boxes in the Circle and enjoy
refreshments from any of the bars, before,
during and after the film.
https://theregal.ac/ See on Route 9
Pershore
Pershore is an unspoiled, picturesque Market Town, famed for its elegant Georgian architecture and magnificent Abbey. It is renowned for its independent shops which offer the discerning shopper an extensive range of purchases. http://www.visitpershore.co.uk/
See on Route 9
Upton-upon-Severn
http://www.visittewkesbury.info/
http://www.visittewkesbury.info/
Upton-upon-Severn used to be a port, as well as being the only river crossing for many miles. For centuries before modern transport, it was alive with river craft carrying goods from and to the rich agricultural areas around it. Today, pleasure craft have taken over. There is a flourishing marina on the east bank, and Upton’s historic prosperity can be seen in its variety of delightful old buildings, including pleasant places to eat and drink.
https://www.visitthemalverns.org/things-to-do/towns/upton-upon-severn/
Tewkesbury
With a rich, vibrant history and a beautiful waterside setting, there is plenty for everyone to discover in Tewkesbury. You can absorb the stunning scenery by taking a stroll beside the River Severn then head to Tewkesbury Abbey; an imposing feature of the town’s landscape for nearly 900 years.
See on Route 9
See on Route 9
Great Malvern is largely Victorian and surrounded
by the stunning Malvern Hills, the oldest parts of
the town can be seen around the Priory Church
which was founded in 1085 when Benedictine
monks settled here and built a Priory. The
Malvern Theatre, situated in the centre of Great
Malvern, is one of the leading regional venues for
a range of first-rate artistic performances
including West End shows.
https://www.visitthemalverns.org/th
ings-to-do/towns/malvern/
See on Routes 3 & 9
Malvern