The winter storms are fading and the evenings are getting bright, so it's a good time plan ahead to create fun memories with your family with day trips and experiences. And, if you don't fancy jetting off to foreign shores and instead stay near home - there are several amazing places near Birmingham to explore.
These destinations, including historic villages, castles, hills and more will keep you on your toes through the summer holidays. Whether you’re looking for a walking holiday or an activity based trip - there are several destinations close to Birmingham. Some take less than an hour to reach!
With Birmingham being well-connected to the rest of the West Midlands and beyond - the options are limitless. From walking in Robin Hood’s footsteps to the closest beach resort or incredible Stuart castles and more - a short car, bus or train ride can get you anywhere for an amazing day trip with your friends and family.
If you have been unable to decide where to head off to, here are 21 amazing towns, villages, castles and more you can visit this summer:
21. Cheddar Gorge, Somerset - around 120 miles
This interesting place of beauty is not to be missed. The limestone gorge in the Mendip Hills, near the village of Cheddar, is the site of the Cheddar show caves, where Britain’s oldest complete human skeleton, Cheddar Man, estimated to be 9,000 years old, was found in 1903. It is less than two hours from Birmingham by car. (Photo - AdobeStock) | AdobeStock