Jarrold Short Walks 22 - Birmingham & Heart of England
ISBN: 0-7117-2423-7
Britain's second city sits amidst some of the most attractive countryside on the mainland. The city itself might not feature a wealth of green spaces and walking opportunities, but its mix of Victorian Industrial heritage, breathtaking modern revival and contemporary culture is worthy of investigation before venturing to the scenery beyond - all of which is easily accessible from Birmingham city centre.
To the south of Birmingham the Shakespearean landscape of Warwickshire blends into the rural scenery of Worcestershire and the majority of the walks in these two counties. Highlights here include walks that feature historic Kenilworth Castle, Mary Arden's House, home of Shakespeare's mother, and Baddesley Clinton. To the north of the city walks near Cannock Chase give onto the landscape of south Staffordshire.
The wealth of transportation routes around Birmingham and the West Midlands enhances the opportunity for any city dweller of visitor to discover, explore and enjoy days out in delightfully rural and historic scenery.
Britain's second city sits amidst some of the most attractive countryside on the mainland. The city itself might not feature a wealth of green spaces and walking opportunities, but its mix of Victorian Industrial heritage, breathtaking modern revival and contemporary culture is worthy of investigation before venturing to the scenery beyond - all of which is easily accessible from Birmingham city centre.
To the south of Birmingham the Shakespearean landscape of Warwickshire blends into the rural scenery of Worcestershire and the majority of the walks in these two counties. Highlights here include walks that feature historic Kenilworth Castle, Mary Arden's House, home of Shakespeare's mother, and Baddesley Clinton. To the north of the city walks near Cannock Chase give onto the landscape of south Staffordshire.
The wealth of transportation routes around Birmingham and the West Midlands enhances the opportunity for any city dweller of visitor to discover, explore and enjoy days out in delightfully rural and historic scenery.