…and your essential guide to the city. Check out what’s on with up-to-the-minute event listings and information. Get the low-down on the best places to eat, drink, shop and go out. And take advantage of great ticket deals and special offers to really make the most of your Wolverhampton break.
Where is it? In the heart of the Black Country, Wolverhampton is located 20 miles (35km) north-west of Birmingham, in the West Midlands. It was awarded city status in 2000
Style Silk saris, Saxon roots and red brick
Smell Hops from Banks' brewery, spices from the Tandoori restaurants
Seek Out The Sculpture Gardens in the Bilston Craft Gallery, a fine and tranquil spot on a summer's day
When to go Year-round to charter a barge or walk a stretch of the 130 miles of canal paths which criss-cross the Black Country. The Shropshire Union Canal flows past Broad Street
Celebrates Sikh Festival (Apr), Steam and Vintage Rally (Jun), Wolverhampton Show (Jul), Bonfire Night (Nov), Continental Christmas Market (Dec)
Did you Know? Wolverhampton is named after Saxon noblewoman, Lady Wulfruna, who gave her name to the town in 985 AD. In Victorian times, this artisan's city made quality locks (Chubb), nails, beer and glassware
Top Tip Visit the Victorian West Park which has a beautiful conservatory, boating lake and plenty of ducks to feed. It hosts major annual events like the Wolverhampton Show
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