If you're looking for a peaceful escape from Birmingham’s busy city life, there are plenty of charming villages nearby to explore.
Some are hidden gems in the West Midlands, while others have gained national recognition for their beauty and character.
These villages offer rustic charm, tranquil surroundings, and cosy cafés, where the only sounds are birdsong and rustling leaves instead of city traffic.
If a quiet retreat sounds appealing, here are 10 incredible villages near Birmingham worth visiting.
1. Barnt Green
Barnt Green is one of the most desirable locations to live in the West Midlands located near the Lickey Hills Country Park and other stunning countryside with stunning properties. It’s no wonder it attracts a wealth of affluent residents, including Jack Grealish and Ron Atkinson. The leafy village has a great range of restaurants and pubs too, such as the Barnt Green Inn (pictured), the Cork and Crust and the Black and Green restaurant. | Google
2. Kinver, Staffordshire
Kinver is a large village in the District of South Staffordshire in Staffordshire, and what’s unique about the town are the incredible Rock Houses. These are quirky homes that were carved into sandstone. They have been restored to show how life was lived in the rock until the 1960s. The village also includes Kinver Edge - which is an Iron Age hillfort, heathland and woodland escarpment with viewpoints over Shropshire, Staffordshire and Worcestershire. | Flickr/Jeff
3. Barston village, Solihull
Barston village in Solihull has been named among the poshest villages to live in the UK, according to a list released by The Telegraph. It’s only 50 minutes away from the city centre and is known for its beautiful greenery and nicest people. The village architectural heritage spanning some 400 years. (Photo - Google Streetview) | Google Maps
4. Hagley, Stourbridge
Hagley village in Stourbridge is just outside of Birmingham and is a beautiful place to visit. It has the Grade I listed 18th-century house - Hagley Hall, the home of the Lyttelton family. The iconic home is open to the public for tours and teas, and has a lush park great for spending summers in. (Photo - Wikimedia Commons) | Wikimedia Commons