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 Elizabethan farmhouse |
Blakesley Road Yardley Birmingham B25 8RN United Kingdom +44 121 303 4698 |
Blakesley Hall is a timber framed Elizabethan yeoman's farmhouse, built in 1590 in Old Yardley for Richard Smallbroke (a Birmingham businessman and farmer). The Hall is furnished and staffed in 17th century fashion and is a fascinating place to visit. It is open to schools as well as members of the public. No formal admission charge, but a voluntary contribution is requested. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Lumpy Golightly |
 Medieval homestead |
Hobs Moat Road Solihull Birmingham, West Midlands B92 8JW United Kingdom +44 121 704 6130 |
A patch of remaining ancient woodland conceals what is left of a fine example of a medieval moated homestead. Don't expect to see any buildings here; the interest lies in the ramparts and the moat that gives the nearby road and surrounding area the name of Hobs Moat. It may even have been the site of the original Anglo-Saxon settlement at Solihull. The local council has built paths through the site and, if nothing else, it makes a pleasant woodland walk. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic school building |
Church Road Yardley Birmingham B25 8XR United Kingdom +44 121 643 2514 |
The suburb of Yardley, to the south-east of the city center, is one of Birmingham's largest and best known. There is evidence of a school here dating back to 1260 but this half-timbered building dates from the 15th century and may originally have been the Guild Hall. It was in use as a school until 1908 and currently houses parish rooms and a youth club. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A haven for woodland animals |
Billingsley Bridgnorth Birmingham WV16 6PF United Kingdom +44 1299 84 1255 http://www.virtual-shropshire.... |
Set amid ancient woodland to the west of the Birmingham, this is an attractive place in which to unwind and enjoy relaxing walks. Children will enjoy the farm animals and pets, but Rays Farm is also a place with wildlife conservation in mind. This is one of the few places where you can easily see red squirrels - increasingly rare in the wild - as well as more than 50 owls and red, fallow, sika and muntjac deer. There's also a half-mile streamside, "Myth and Magic Woodcarvers Trail" where you might also spot otters, kingfishers and buzzards. At the farm itself there is a tea shop offering a variety of refreshments, a gift shop and a picnic area. One word of warning - dogs are not allowed at Rays Farm. >Admission: adults £3.50, senior citizens £3.25, children £2 (2-16yrs). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Town and country |
Old Rectory Farm Ragley Drive, Sheldon Birmingham B26 3TU United Kingdom +44 121 742 0226 |
To the south-east of the city centre, this is one of the many country parks dotted around Birmingham with the intention of bringing the countryside to city dwellers. It comprises of 96 acres of parkland at the centre of which is a large working farm with a variety of animals. It is this that makes the park a popular draw for families with young children. There is a programme of events including guided nature walks throughout the year, and there's also a tea room for refreshments. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Lumpy Golightly |
 12th-Century Relic |
Church Road Yardley Birmingham B33 8PG United Kingdom +44 121 783 4736 |
This fine Grade I listed parish church dates from the 12th century and stands in the oldest part of the suburb of Yardley, south-east of the city centre. This part of the suburb has an almost country village feel about it and the church, with spire and clock, has several interesting features. These include "Catherine of Aragon's door", dating from 1533, and attractive stained glass windows. Since Birmingham is a city with little visible history prior to the Industrial Revolution, places such as this are to be truly cherished. See their website for further information. Review © 2007, Wcities |