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 Cuddle a chick |
Middleton Lane, Middleton Tamworth Birmingham, Staffordshire B78 2BL United Kingdom +44 121 329 3240 www.childrensfarm.co.uk |
A fun day out for children, this, especially since the emphasis is on close contact with the animals. Youngsters can hold newly-hatched chicks, take a pony ride and help to feed the animals. All your familiar farmyard friends are here, and some less familiar in the form of rare breeds. There are also demonstrations of traditional crafts associated with the farm, such as wool spinning. The farm is both interesting and educational and parents should enjoy it too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wildlife sanctuary popular with young families |
Pershore Road Birmingham B5 7RL United Kingdom +44 121 472 7775 |
The centre has over 134 species of mainly British and European wildlife in a six and a half acre site. It can be found at the back of Cannon Hill Park, opposite Pebble Mill and close to Edgbaston Cricket Ground. It's a loving home to otters, foxes, owls and fallow deer, and has a section for the under fives with rabbits, guinea pigs and a duck pond. There is also a visitor centre and a cafe. The centre is an ideal place for young children to learn about wildlife and the importance of conservation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Picnics a-plenty |
Russell Road Moseley Birmingham B13 8RD United Kingdom +44 121 442 4226 |
This is the ideal park for the entire family, offering a variety of facilities including boating lakes, playgrounds, tennis courts, tropical greenhouses and nature conservation areas. It is also the home of the Midland Arts Centre. A walking/bicycling route winds through the grounds that has recently been extended. The park also plays host to a variety of concerts, performances and the annual Fireworks Fantasia. Admission to the park is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Jonathan Sloman |
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 Photo: Giles Keen |
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 Quad bikes and a myriad of animals |
Birmingham United Kingdom +44 1952 67 7917 http://www.hoofarm.com/ |
Placed in a rural area, this farm is full of activities and amusement for young and old. There are quad bikes and many animals including deer, llamas, owls, foxes, ostriches and sheep, which can be seen being fed and shorn (in summer months). Visitors can also see the wool being spun and animals being milked. The farm therefore offers a good introduction to animal husbandry for youngsters. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Walking country |
Comber Kinver, nr. Stourbridge Birmingham, Worcestershire DY7 6HU United Kingdom +44 1384 87 2418 |
Kinver Edge is a sandstone ridge covered in heathland, from which there are views across Shropshire and the West Midlands. Curiosities include the "rock houses" in which people lived until the 1950s. One of these was rebuilt for tenants in the early 1990s, but it is not open to the public. The views and the scenery are open at any time, and are free. This place of outstanding natural beauty is situated about 15 miles west of Birmingham. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Children and animals |
Frankley Lodge Road Northfield Birmingham B31 5PZ United Kingdom +44 121 475 1609 |
A good place for a family visit, the farm is on the south-western outskirts of the city and is especially suitable for young children. Most of these should love the chance to handle rabbits and chicks and to see the sheep and goats. There's also a play area, which offers children a fun way to expend any excess energy, and special activities take place during the year. Kids' parties are catered for and there is also a picnic area. The farm is open from March to October, except for Christmas when there are special Santa events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Natural history in action |
Park Road Sutton Coldfield Birmingham B74 2YT United Kingdom +44 121 355 6370 |
This national nature reserve park covers 2,400 acres of natural beauty with woodland, heaths, wetland and pools. The park contains a rich variety of wildlife, and birds such as kestrels, pheasants, plovers and buntings have been sighted here. Volunteer conservationists and park rangers help to keep this reserve in order and cattle have been restored to part of the park in order to keep young birch trees from entirely taking over areas of land. A cafe and restaurant is also open to those who work up a hunger on their rambles. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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