Heart of England
Like the rest of England, the Heart of England is charmingly individual, but the bonus is that the Heart of England is at the hub of Britain’s road network, so exploring every last bit of it is made very easy! You don’t have to fly into London because there is the international airport at Birmingham right in the centre of the region. Birmingham is also now able to offer a world-class cultural scene, superb shopping, top attractions, fantastic nightlife, major international events and exhibitions
Take some time to visit the Cotswolds, taking in the many honey-coloured villages. The potteries of Staffordshire to the north of the region are juxtaposed with Shakespeare’s Stratford-on-Avon and the nearby lesser-known parts of Warwickshire. Close by lies the Black Country, and a visit here will reveal a rich seam of art, crafts, tradition and culture with modern architectural design sitting alongside villages from the Victorian era.
Explore the counties of Herefordshire and Shropshire along the beautiful borderlands of England and Wales, sampling the myriad of excellent restaurants and locally produced food. Don’t forget to discover the real taste of the countryside in Herefordshire’s famous cider.
In Worcestershire you can find fine churches, historic buildings and a thriving arts scene with internationally acclaimed festivals and events.
This is just a taster of what’s on offer in the Heart of England, you have to come here yourself to discover the rest!
Hidden gems
The Master’s Garden, Lord Leycester Hospital - behind the ancient buildings of the Lord Leycester Hospital lays the tranquil oasis of the 600 year old Master's Garden.
www.daysoutguide.co.uk/the-masters-garden
Wilton Castle - this forgotten castle of Herefordshire, still standing mostly to battlement height, remains a monument to its forgotten lords.
www.wiltoncastle.eclipse.co.uk
Wroxeter Roman City - Wroxeter was the fourth largest city in Roman Britain. It began as a legionary fortress and later developed into a thriving civilian city.
www.english-heritage.org.uk/wroxeter
Amazing Hedge Puzzle - just right for playing games with your friends and family, like hide and seek, tag, or even kiss and chase!
www.mazes.co.uk
Amerton Farm - full of a number of friendly farm animals including Dexter cows, pigs, sheep, goats and ponies. Chickens and ducks run freely in the traditional farmyard environment. www.amertonfarm.co.uk
Must see and do
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Featured destinations in Heart of England
Birmingham, a dynamic business city, offering a world class cultural scene, a diverse and lively mix of shopping, attractions, nightlife, major international events and exhibitions.
More about Birmingham
Coventry has the best of both worlds with its prominent history and cinematic countryside combined with vibrant city life and multi-million pound regeneration.
Coventry travel guide
Agricultural county town, its cathedral containing much Norman work, a large chained library and the world-famous Mappa Mundi exhibition.
Hereford travel guide
Ludlow was described by John Betjeman as "the loveliest town in England" and by Country Life as "the most vibrant small town in the Country".
Ludlow travel guide
Shrewsbury is the county town of Shropshire and features breezy black and white 'magpie' half-timbered houses.
Shrewsbury travel guide
Home to the world's greatest pottery manufacturers, the city boasts visitor centres, ceramic museums and factory shops, plus excellent leisure and entertainment.
Stoke-on-Trent travel guide
Stratford-upon-Avon is William Shakespeare’s home town with glorious river setting, five houses associated with Shakespeare, The RSC Courtyard Theatre and first class shopping and dining.
Stratford-upon-Avon travel guide
Worcester is full of history and surrounded by beautiful countryside. Situated on the banks of the River Severn the city has a rich and varied heritage to explore.
Worcester travel guide
