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Pictures of West Midlands

Exploring the most picturesque & historic places to visit in the county of West Midlands, England.

About the county of West Midlands

The West Midlands is situated in the heart of England and has been a metropolitan county since 1974. The county town of Birmingham is England's second largest city. 1990 saw the opening of 'Cadbury World', the only purpose built visitor centre in the United Kingdom devoted entirely to chocolate. Birmingham also offers a host of fascinating museums, stately homes, historic castles and beautiful gardens. Other notable towns include Coventry, Dudley, Solihull, and Wolverhampton.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in West Midlands

The museum at Berkswell, Warwickshire

Berkswell (7 Pictures)

in the county of West Midlands

This must be one of England's loveliest villages, it is evocative of a life before urbanisation and modernity, it is that perfect idyll of much loved English country life where you can re-discover the peaceful tranquillity of yester-year...

Canal at by Dudley Tunnel

Dudley (78 Pictures)

in the county of West Midlands

Dudley is a market town, it was granted its market charter in the 13th century, since then the lively outdoor market has been a focal point which has drawn regular visitors to the town...

Botanical gardens, Birmingham.

Edgbaston (28 Pictures)

in the county of West Midlands

Edgbaston is a district of wide leafy roads lined with elegant houses, lately these have become interspersed with more modern buildings, yet the suburb has somehow managed to retain much of its 19th and early 20th century charm...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in West Midlands

Birmingham Botanical Gardens

Birmingham Botanical Gardens (23 Pictures)

The Birmingham Botanical Gardens & Glasshouses, in the United Kingdom, are a 15 acre oasis of delight. Designed by J. C. Loudon,.....

Coventry Cathedral Alter tapestry of Christ in Glory

Coventry Cathedral (37 Pictures)

The stunning modern cathedral designed by Sir Basil Spence replaces Coventry's cathedral of the 14th and 15th-centuries. The.....

Coventry Transport Museum

Coventry Transport Museum (20 Pictures)

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Tiger

Dudley Zoo (17 Pictures)

Dudley Zoo is home to some of the world's rarest and most exotic animals. They live amongst the majestic ruins of Dudley Castle.....

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West Midlands Articles


The Black Country
Added by Stephanie Jackson


Restoration of The Hovel - a hidden rural relic in the centre of Birmingham
Added by Mike Allmey