Edgbaston Cricket Ground: home to cricket greats
As the second-largest cricket ground in the UK, Edgbaston Cricket Ground has a lot to offer. Located just outside of Birmingham on the outskirts of Edgbaston, the newly-refurbished stadium can hold a whopping 25,000 people in any one of its games.
Visit the website to see what's on while you're here, or witness the thrill of the stadium first hand with a tour that will take you onto the hallowed turf itself.
A family day out at Cannon Hill Park
Just across the road from Edgbaston Cricket Ground, set in acres of beautiful green countryside, Cannon Hill Park is an activity-packed adventure park that promises a great day out.
Meet the animals at Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park, take a tour on the Land Train, or catch a show at the MAC arts centre. From outdoor games like crazy golf to workshops and crafts for rainy days, there's plenty to do whatever the weather.
Indulge your senses at Birmingham's Botanical Gardens
For such a big city, Birmingham is surrounded by an incredible number of beautiful green spaces, and the Botanical Garden is just one of them. Set on the other side of Edgbaston, the gardens boast 15 acres of tranquility, with special glasshouses transporting you to far-off lands like tropical rainforests and dry deserts.
Planning a trip to Edgbaston Cricket Ground? There's plenty of accommodation just ten minutes away in the city centre. Try Travelodge Birmingham Central Bull Ring Hotel for a convenient central location, or book a room at Travelodge Birmingham Central Broadway Plaza Hotel for easy access to the Botanical Gardens.