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 First class sports facilities |
St. Vincent Street Birmingham B16 8EB United Kingdom |
Community Hall is at the National Indoor Arena in the city centre, and offers various recreational activities including aerobics, circuit training, martial arts, badminton and football. There is a fitness suite with weight training facilities and there are also sun beds and saunas. The facilities here are first class, as one might expect from the National Indoor Arena, but major events at the NIA may from time to time prevent the public from using Community Hall so do telephone to check opening times. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Steaming Ahead |
(at Broadway Road) Birmingham, Gloucesteshire GL54 5DT United Kingdom +44 124 262 1405 http://www.gwsr.com |
This railway was built in the 19th century and once provided links from Birmingham to Cheltenham. A team of enthusiastic volunteers has been working on the line since the early 1980s and while it runs on a limited line at the moment, there are plans to extend it further. However, it does run through some beautiful Vale of Evesham countryside and the Malvern Hills. There are various special excursions and there are courses for those who have always had a hankering to be an engine driver. Contact the station for timetable details. See website for complete particulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Sport on campus |
Bristol Road Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TT United Kingdom +44 121 414 4117 |
The University of Birmingham is one of the top sporting universities in the country and has an excellent sports centre with first class facilities. While it was obviously designed for the use of students, anyone can apply to become a member and enjoy everything the centre has to offer. It offers a great deal with tennis courts, 70 acres of outdoor grass pitches, squash courts, gym facilities, two sports halls, a swimming pool and much more besides. There is also a well-equipped sports shop. Details of membership fees, how to join, etc are available direct from the centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Fantastical fish |
The Waters Edge, Brindleyplace Birmingham B1 2HL United Kingdom +44 121 633 4700 http://www.sealife.co.uk/ |
One of the most popular tourist destinations in the city, the National Sea Life Centre cost an estimated GBP5m to build. One of the most thrilling things about this aquarium is its 360° transparent tunnel, which lets you stand in the middle of the ocean while sharks and other aquatic life forms swim around you. There are 55 displays in total, including the "Kingdom of the Seahorse" and "Claws," featuring the giant Japanese spider crab amongst other fearsome crustacea. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Mark |
 Photo: Libby Hayward |
 Photo: goldy fk@fishkeeping.co.uk  |
 Photo: caroline.stokes |
 Photo: Janey Woo |
 Photo: Alex Richards |
