Located near the Clent Hills, this village offers stunning countryside views and great walking trails. The village itself has charming cottages and a welcoming pub, perfect for a relaxing visit. It is great for history buffs and even has an independent cafe to warm yourself in. You can also get yourself a guided tour out there to enjoy and learn. Located near the Clent Hills, this village offers stunning countryside views and great walking trails. The village itself has charming cottages and a welcoming pub, perfect for a relaxing visit. It is great for history buffs and even has an independent cafe to warm yourself in. You can also get yourself a guided tour out there to enjoy and learn.
Located near the Clent Hills, this village offers stunning countryside views and great walking trails. The village itself has charming cottages and a welcoming pub, perfect for a relaxing visit. It is great for history buffs and even has an independent cafe to warm yourself in. You can also get yourself a guided tour out there to enjoy and learn. | Nick Macneill

Birmingham winter walks: 8 wonderful Christmas Day and Boxing Day walks to enjoy in Birmingham

Joe Forte
By Joe Forte

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Published 12th Dec 2024, 11:57 BST
Updated 31st Dec 2024, 10:48 BST

These are the some of the best Winter walks you can enjoy around Birmingham this Christmas time

There are plenty of brilliant winter walks in and around Birmingham to enjoy in the coming months.

If you fancy a winter walk on Christmas Day or Boxing Day, there are plenty of great routes in and around Birmingham.

The West Midlands offers so much throughout the year, and some parts of the region really thrive in the colder weather.

So we’ve decided to share a few tips on how to make the most out of this time of year - especially if you are wanting to head out the house over the Christmas period!

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5. City centre canal route

Previous snowfall in Birmingham | Getty Images Photo: One of the winter routes recommended by Canal and River Trust is the one from Livery Street to The Mailbox. It would take you through some of the landmarks in the city like Cambrian Wharf, National SEA LIFE Centre, Utilita Arena, Brewmaster’s Bridge, and more.

Sutton Park is the biggest park in Birmingham and one of the biggest urban parks in Europe and its massive size offers heathland, woodland, and wetland, as well as both marshes and seven separate lakes. It is a 2,400 acres National Nature Reserve located 6 miles north of the city centre. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a Scheduled Ancient Monument. It usually has wild ponies and cattle grazing as well. From sailing to fishing to watching model aircrafts - there is much to do here. It's perfect for an early morning winter stroll

6. Sutton Park

Sutton Park is the biggest park in Birmingham and one of the biggest urban parks in Europe and its massive size offers heathland, woodland, and wetland, as well as both marshes and seven separate lakes. It is a 2,400 acres National Nature Reserve located 6 miles north of the city centre. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a Scheduled Ancient Monument. It usually has wild ponies and cattle grazing as well. From sailing to fishing to watching model aircrafts - there is much to do here. It's perfect for an early morning winter stroll | BW

Just a short drive from the city, Lickey Hills Country Park offers elevated views away from city lights, making it a great spot for stargazing. The park has a variety of habitats, including woodlands, heathland, and grassland, and offers expansive views of the countryside. Beacon Hill is a famous viewpoint.

7. Lickey Hills Country Park

Just a short drive from the city, Lickey Hills Country Park offers elevated views away from city lights, making it a great spot for stargazing. The park has a variety of habitats, including woodlands, heathland, and grassland, and offers expansive views of the countryside. Beacon Hill is a famous viewpoint. | Stephen McKay Photo: Stephen McKay

It might be a surprising choice but it has numerous lakes and massive open spaces to walk and play in. It has over 63 acres of landscaped grass slopes, with flower beds, mature trees, shrubs, and plenty of wildlife. You can go boating here since it has a boating lake, with rowing boats available to hire. There are two play areas for children. Founded in 1888, it used to be called Victoria Park earlier and is now a home to a multicultural festivities like Vaisakhi.

8. Handsworth Park

It might be a surprising choice but it has numerous lakes and massive open spaces to walk and play in. It has over 63 acres of landscaped grass slopes, with flower beds, mature trees, shrubs, and plenty of wildlife. You can go boating here since it has a boating lake, with rowing boats available to hire. There are two play areas for children. Founded in 1888, it used to be called Victoria Park earlier and is now a home to a multicultural festivities like Vaisakhi. | BW

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