6 things to do in the West Midlands this weekend
Hop on a heritage walk
Head along to Soho House this weekend to discover the incredible history of Handsworth. You will see beautiful Georgian and Victorian architecture on the tour as well as a church that was built almost one millennium ago, one of the best parks that Birmingham has to offer as well as having the opportunity to marvel at all the magnificent civic buildings. The tour starts at 1pm and lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes. Find out more here.
Discover Drakelow Tunnels in the dark…
Why not spend your Sunday evening ghost hunting in Drakelow Tunnels? The tunnels, which are in Kidderminster, were used in WWII and a number of tragic deaths are believed to have happened there, making it a super spooky place to spend your night. The event will allow you to take part in vigils and ghost hunting experiences and who knows who you will bump into down there? Find out more here.
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Chill out Caribbean style
Enjoy a traditional Jamaican style cookout on Sunday afternoon at the Coffin Works in the Jewellery Quarter. There will be cool Reggae music to enjoy as well as a whole range of delicious Jamaican streetfood, cocktails and local acts will take to the stage. Find out more here.
Enjoy the orchestra
Head along to The Barber Institute of Fine Arts in Birmingham on Saturday night for an enjoyable evening of beautiful music. The Bournville String Orchestra are putting on their annual charity concert and are being joined by four young and talented soloists to perform a whole range of music. The event, which begins at 7.30pm, is in aid of the children’s hand and arm surgery unit at Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Find out more here.
Rotary Club country festival
Spend your Sunday at Birmingham’s Botanical Gardens for their annual country music festival, which will welcome special guests father and son duo Stonecold Country and northern guitarist and singer Nigel Slater. Advance tickets are £6.00 for an Adult and £4.00 for a Concession. However, prices on the day will be £7.00 for an Adult and £4.75 for a Concession. Find out more here.
T-Picnic to transport your taste buds
Fill your picnic basket with some of the world’s tastiest food this Saturday at the QEII Fields In Trust Telford Town Park Arena. There will be dishes to enjoy from Ghana, India, Turkey and a huge range of others. There will also be live entertainment, arts and crafts and even Chinese language classes! Find out more here.
