Babbs Mill Lake is the perfect venue to have a full day picnic. This scenic man-made surrounded by a local nature reserve makes for a perfect ambiance for a fun day out with the family. The lake was created to balance out the water level of River Cole so as to prevent flooding, but has slowly developed into a recreational public space. There is a nearby Babbs Mill Park which is famous for hosting the Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II in 1977. The park has a lot of outdoor activities and hiking around the lake is one of the most amazing experiences. Lie on the green grass by the lake on a sunny day and unwind.
By the turn of the last century, it was clear that the inhabitants of the eastern part of Birmingham's increasing urban sprawl were in need of an open space. Ward End Park, which opened in 1903 on 54 acres purchased by the city, was the solution. Today, it remains as a great Edwardian park, with mature trees and a boating lake. There are also conservation areas within the park, which is especially popular with young families.
Wooton Wawen village is just a few miles north of Stratford-upon-Avon on the main road towards Birmingham. The Farm's craft center is housed in the original buildings of Yew Tree Farm, which have been converted into a fascinating assortment of shops and workshops. You can buy almost anything here, with goods ranging from fine art to various types of furniture (including garden furniture), glassware, soft furnishings and a superb selection of gifts. Make sure that you visit the Old Dairy, selling mouth-watering local produce, or the Herons Nest coffee shop serving home-made snacks and light lunches. Note that special events are held here throughout the year.
City Sightseeing is a company that is dedicated to help tourists explore cities. This touring company runs buses along specified routes covering different tourist locations. The bus has a guide who gives the tourists information on the place of visit and assists them in the English language. The company also has pre-recorded commentaries in languages like German, Japanese, Italian, Spanish and Russian. Check website for details.
This unique house was built for residential purposes in 1878 by George Alfred Haden Haden-Best. The house is located along with the previously constructed Haden Hall in a 55 acre (22.26 hectares) estate and was bought over for public subscription. The estate is now used as a park for the public and the Haden Hill House has been converted into a small museum. This museum attracts a large amount of visitors with its list of programs and activities for all ages. The house is designed in a Victorian style and houses many Victorian objects. The museum has special services to aid school visits and holds many interesting activities for school children. The Oak House inside the house is also rented out for private events, most prominently weddings. This glorious house is a much-loved place to visit in the locality.
Spread over 1700 acres of land, the Cornbury Park is a host to several key festivals like the Cornbury Music Festival, Country and Game Fair, Charity and Corporate events. The beautiful scenic beauty of this park adds to the ambiance and makes the event even more enjoyable. For further details, please check the website.