Clent Hills, located near the towns of Stourbridge and Halesowen, is one of Worcestershire's most popular tourist attraction with around a million visits recorded every year. It offers breathtaking views of the countryside along with guided nature walks and tours organized by the National Trust which owns and maintains the site. It is a perfect destination for a family day out with many activities available for children and adults alike. There is a natural playground made from locally sourced materials, open land on hill tops perfect for kite-flying and guided walks with different themes which take place every other week. The Clent Hills are also am important historical location with 18 century follies, churches and crypts that are sure to delight any history buffs. There is car parking available at the site along with a cafe, toilets, camping and picnic spots. The site has limited wheelchair access with only some areas having even, wide paths.
Allesley park, located in Coventry, is a popular recreation area among tourists and adults alike. Dating back to 13th century, it was formerly used as a deer park and a farm, and was eventually turned into a public park by the Coventry City council in the 1960s. There is a 18 hole golf course, a 9 hole crazy golf pitch and a children's play area which makes it popular among families. A historical walled garden maintained by a volunteer group offers historical guided tours and various summer activities for visitors. A mansion named The Allesley hall built in the 17th century is located in the midst of the park and currently serves as a residential house and a retirement home. The large open green space and even laid out paths make the path an ideal spot for joggers and dog walkers. There free car parking available along with public toilets and a park pavilion serving light snacks and drinks. The park is fairly wheelchair accessible with reserved parking spots for disabled persons.
A captivating structure enveloped by blooming flowers and offering a relaxing ambiance, Spetchley Park near Worcester boasts of a variety of activities to offer to its visitors. This beautiful historic house along with the gardens and parkland is set in the wonderful Worcestershire countryside. The main highlight is the celebration of the yearly Illuminated Trail every December where the gardens are adorned with hundreds of lights and transformed into a magical winter evening walking trail. The gardens are also hired to organize weddings or for promotional and photographic shoots and filming.
This is a delightful house, built in the reign of William and Mary. It's situated to the south-west of Birmingham and is easily accessible via the M5. A National Trust property, the Hall boasts re-created 18th century gardens, an orangery and ice house. Within the house itself there are period interiors and it is a venue for various events and activities throughout the year. Refreshments are available in the tearoom. See website for complete visitation particulars.
A great Palladian (or neoclassical) house, Hagley Hall was the last of its kind built in England. It was completed in 1760 and boasts remarkable Italian plaster work and rococo decoration, and holds a superb collection of paintings and furniture. The surrounding park contains temples, cascading pools and even a ruined castle. It lies to the west of Birmingham, a journey of half an hour by car. Call to check opening times.
St Paul's Church is set in the city's only remaining Georgian Square and was built in 1779. Since it is set in the city's Jewellery Quarter, it came to be known as, the jeweler's church. Its classical architecture with an elegant spire dominates a pleasant churchyard with mature trees at the center of the square. Its many features include a stained glass window showing the conversion of St Paul, from an original painting by American artist Benjamin West. Matthew Boulton and James Watt had pews here.