If you’re wondering how to spend a warm summer’s day, you need not worry. We’ve rounded up some of the best places to add to your summer’s bucket list in Birmingham and the West Midlands.
There’s plenty on this list for you and your loved ones to enjoy.
Here are 21 must-do activities which we think you should definitely get through .
If we’ve missed any out, do email: [email protected]

1. Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Step away from the city and immerse yourself in the dreamy landscape of Birmingham Botanical Gardens, in Edgbaston. When you reach your Insta-worthy spot, settle in and enjoy. | Flickr Photo: Birmingham Botanical Gardens

2. Drayton Manor Resort and Theme Park
An iconic local theme park, filled with rides and attractions. Spend the whole day enjoying fairground favourites in Tamworth. | Drayton Manor

3. West Midlands Safari Park
If you're an animal lover then this place is the perfect place to stay that will create lasting memories. West Midlands Safari Park holds over 165 species of exotic animals and features other attractions such as a small theme park. Best of all it has safari lodges allowing you to be in the heart of the animals. | West Midlands Safari Park

4. Edgbaston Stadium
Perfect place to enjoy the best of worldwide cricket in Edgbaston | Edgbaston Stadium - Contributed