Excellence in Tourism

Excellence in Tourism 2009

Culture view

Love History, Mystery & Intrigue. Love the Heart of England. Clun Castle, Shropshire

Food & Drink view

Love Sampling New Things. Love the Heart of England. The Balti Triangle

Festivals & Events view

Love Sights and Sounds. Love the Heart of England. Gig

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Birmingham Cathedral (St Philips)

Birmingham Cathedral (St Philips)

A beautiful historic building at the heart of the city, Birmingham Cathedral contains four famous Pre-Raphaelite windows by Burne-Jones, surrounded by restored churchyard.

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Fine and applied art, archaeology, local history collections all displayed in the same building. World famous collection of work by the pre-Raphaelites.

Coventry Transport Museum

Coventry Transport Museum

The world's largest collection of British road transport located in the birthplace of British transport. Offering everything from 'bone shaking' cycles to land speed record cars.

Exterior of Dudley Museum and Art Gallery

Dudley Museum and Art Gallery

Permanent display in Geological gallery, also changing exhibition programme, including items from collection.

Malvern Hills

Malvern Hills

The largest area of open common land in the West Midlands over 3000 acres of open space, providing good walking and wildlife viewing.

Armed Forces Memorial at the National Memorial Arboretum NMA

National Memorial Arboretum

The National Memorial Arboretum is the UK’s year-round centre of Remembrance; a spiritually uplifting place with 150 acres of trees and memorials, planted as a living tribute to those who have served, died or suffered in the service of their Country. Facilities include: Visitor Centre, guided tours, shop and café.

Redwings Oxhill Rescue Centre

Redwings Oxhill Rescue Centre

Visit rescued horses, ponies and donkeys in beautiful surroundings - Entry is free!

Royal Pump Rooms

Royal Pump Rooms

The historic Royal Pump Rooms have been redeveloped to create a cultural complex worthy of the 21st century. The multi-million pound restoration houses the art gallery & museum, assembly rooms, cafe, tourist information centre and library.

The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery

The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery

Now featuring nineteen new artefacts from the largest and most valuable collection of Anglo-Saxon treasure ever found will be on public display for the first time. Travel back in time and discover the history of the Potteries, including the world's greatest collection of Staffordshire Ceramics. See a Spitfire and all sorts of art and craft. Relax at the Cafe Museum and browse the Foyer Shop.

Worcester Woods Country Park

Worcester Woods Country Park

100 acres of ancient woodland, 10 acres of wildflower meadow. 2 waymarked circular walks, children's play area. Information displays.