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.
The Cotswold Falconry Centre, located on a beautiful field in Moreton-In-Marsh, is a place to view some birds of prey in their element. Right from falcons, to eagles and owls, the center puts up different shows for visitors from time to time. It is a truly enthralling and unique experience to watch the birds, trained by the Dalton family. The center is only open from February to November, and three to four shows are held daily in batches.
Proudly proclaiming the fact that it is "Europe's largest", the Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm affords a peaceful retreat away from all things Shakespearean. Hundreds of butterflies can be viewed at close quarters, many of the species sporting spectacular colors. For those interested in less attractive, more frightening creatures, other insect displays are available, including stick insects, leaf-eating ants and the world's largest spider.
For those who like their leisure activities passive, this is an ideal spot to relax. Feeding the ducks at the water's edge is about as energetic as it gets! However, there are lots of things to see including the colorful narrow-boats moored in the canal-basin and the impromptu street-entertainers. And that is not all. On one side of the gardens is the splendid Royal Shakespeare Theatre, and on another is the truly inspirational Gower Memorial. The Gardens are also just a short walk from the town center, making them particularly popular with visitors recovering from whistle-stop tours of Stratford's heritage sites.