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With an area of 80 square miles, and a population of almost a million people, Birmingham is England's 2nd city and one of the largest cities in Europe. 

Birmingham is nick-named 'Brum', after its dialect name of Brummagem, and its residents are known as 'Brummies'. 

Birmingham began life as a small Warwickshire manor but grew to become the 'workplace of the world'. Its close proximity to iron and coal fields and plentiful water power meant that by the 17th century Birmingham's population had grown to 15,000. 

James Watt spurred on the Industrial Revolution when he invented the steam engine in the city.  In the 18th and 19th centuries Birmingham developed a wide range of industries and became known as the 'City of a Thousand Trades'.  Its well-developed canal network and the growth of the railways played an vital part in the city's success. 

Birmingham achieved its 'Golden Age' during the Victorian era and many of the city's fine buildings date from this period.

The splendid Grade I listed Birmingham Town Hall (reopened in 2006 after complete refurbishment) was based on the Roman temple of Castor and Pollox.

In 1889 Queen Victoria granted Birmingham city status,  Greater Birmingham was created in 1912, swallowing up many neighbouring districts. 

During World War II Birmingham was suffered severe damaged by bombing and in the 1950s and 1960s the centre was redeveloped with many concrete office buildings and ring-roads.  This work gave Birmingham the reputation of being a 'concrete jungle'. 

However, in recent years the centre of Birmingham has undergone a dramatic transforrmation with new projects such as the redeveloped Bullring shopping mall (featuring the futuristic Selfridges building) and the award-winning Water's Edge development at Brindleyplace. 

Many pedestrian friendly streets and squares have also been created and the bustling city now offers superb shopping facilities, award-winning restaurants and a vibrant night-life. 

There is also a world-class cultural scene with a wide range of concert halls, theatres and galleries and the city is home to the Birmingham Royal Ballet and the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. 

The National Indoor Arena and the NEC Arena host major international events and exhibitions. 

Other visitor attractions include magnificent sporting facilities, beautiful parks and Cadbury World (the chocolate-lover's heaven at Bourneville). 

Visitors can also enjoy trips along the West Midlands Waterways. (Ring   0121 200 7400 for details).  

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Birmingham Marriott 12 Hagley Road Five Ways Birmingham B16 8SJ MAP
One of the most prestigious hotels in the city, the Birmingham Marriott Hotel makes a special setting for a memorable break just a few minutes walk from the vibrant city centre. All the guest rooms have been recently refurbished, with upgraded ...

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Hilton Birmingham Metropole National Exhibition Centre Birmingham B40 1PP MAP
Modern hotel adjacent to the National Exhibition Centre, one mile from the airport and eight miles from the city centre.Contemporary guestrooms include PlayStations and high-speed Internet ports. Health Club.

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Copthorne Hotel Birmingham Paradise Circus Birmingham B3 3HJ MAP
Ideally located in the heart of the City Centre, situated in close proximity to Theatres, Museums, Galleries, as well as night life.

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Radisson SAS Birmingham 12 Holloway Circus Birmingham B1 1BT MAP
As Birminghams fantastic renaissance continues; it brings along the landmark Radisson SAS Hotel, adding a stylish twist to the city skyline. Chic, Fashion and Fresh are the unique styles for the 211 bedrooms including 8 superb suites.

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Hyatt Regency Birmingham 2 Bridge Street Birmingham B1 2JZ MAP
Hyatt Regency Birmingham is in the centre of Birmingham, it looks back to the city's rich heritage with its colourful canal-side setting, and forward to the future with its link with the International Convention Centre and Symphony Hall.

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Hotel du Vin and Bistro Birmingham 25 Church Street Birmingham B3 2NR MAP
The ornate, early Victorian building in the old city centre, now part of the newly revitalised Jewellery Quarter, was sympathetically converted to provide 66 bedrooms and suites around the central courtyard, retaining many orginal features..

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Macdonald Burlington Hotel 126 New Street Birmingham B2 4JQ MAP
The Burlington is a luxurious, traditional four star hotel. A two minute walk from New Street station and next to a NCP car park. The Burlington hotel offers a unique character that blends traditional good service with modern facilities.

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Guest Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels


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Central Guest House 1637 Coventry Road Yardley Birmingham B26 1DD MAP
Close to all local facilities, 4 miles into Birmingham City Centre, New Street Station.

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Dayspring Hotel 128-130 Gravelly Hill Birmingham B23 7PF MAP
The Day Spring Hotel is an all en-suite Bed and Breakfast based Victorian building, with a very modern and contemporary feel. Our facilities include:- free Internet access, Buffet Breakfast, free Car-Parking with 24 hour CCTV coverage,

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Wentworth Hotel 103 Wentworth Road Birmingham B17 9SU MAP
The Wentworth Hotel is a friendly family run hotel with 16 bedrooms and a licenced bar. The hotel offers single, double, triple and family size rooms with en-suite facilities available.

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Travelodge Birmingham Fort Dunlop Fort Parkway Erdington Birmingham B24 9FD

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Travelodge Birmingham Central 230 Broad Street Birmingham B15 1AY

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Travelodge Birmingham Maypole Maypole Lane Birmingham B14 5JF

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Travelodge Birmingham Oldbury A4123 Wolverhampton Road Oldbury Birmingham B69 2BH

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Holiday Cottages


Home Serviced Apartments Cutlass Court Granville Street Birmingham B1 2LJ
Offering a choice of stylish one and two bed apartments, in the heart of Birmingham’s vibrant city centre, each unique living space has all the comforts of home.

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Luxury Apartments - Liberty Place 26-38 Sheepcote Street Birmingham B16 8JZ
Attractive & contemporary city centre apartments ideal for both Business and leisure guests, providing complete self catering facilities, coupled with lcd tv with digital channels and dvd/cd player.

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Shaftesbury House Serviced Apartments 59-61 Station Street Birmingham B5 4DY
Serviced apartments in Birmingham City Centre. Close to theatres, shopping, restuarants, bars and only a short walk to Birmingham New Street Station. Bullring and Mailbox within walking distance. NEC and Airport is 10 minute train journey away…

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StayBirmingham Office: 278 Southside Apartmen Birmingham B5 4TL
Brand new luxury 1 and 2 bedroom furnished self catering apartments featuring fully fitted kitchens, dining, luxurious couches and balconies overlooking a courtyard or city.

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Burne Jones House Serviced Apartments 11/12 Bennetts Hill Birmingham B2 5RS
Serviced apartments in Birmingham City Centre. Less than a minute from New Street Station, and a short walk to theatres, shopping, restuarants, bars. Broad Street and Brindley place are a five minute walk. The NEC is 10 minute train journey away..

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Harborne West Serviced Apartments 326 High Street Harborne Birmingham B17 9PU
Fully furnished and equipped serviced apartments in Harborne, just 2 miles from Birmingham City Centre. Spacious studios, one, two, three, four and five bedroom apartments available Good transport links to NEC, NIA, ICC and Birmingham's business …

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SACO @ Livingbase Apartments 3 Brunswick Square Brindley Place Birmingham B1 2HR
35 luxury serviced apartments - all of the apartments have spectacular views over the city centre and offer more flexibility and space than traditional hotel accommodation. The style ranges from studio apartments through to double height duplex suites.

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Around The Birmingham Area


Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:

West Bromwich (4.55 miles) Solihull (7.27 miles) Dudley (7.67 miles) Walsall (7.80 miles) Wolverhampton (11.65 miles) Bromsgrove (11.87 miles) Redditch (12.18 miles) Wombourne (12.29 miles) Great Wyrley (13.39 miles) Kinver (13.69 miles) Tamworth (13.81 miles)

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