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Trains to Birmingham

You'll feel the buzz the second you step off the train at Birmingham New Street, which is handily slap-bang in the middle of town.

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1 hour 24 mins

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London - Birmingham £7.50

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Birmingham Christmas Markets

Birmingham Christmas Markets

The Birmingham Christmas Market at Victoria Square attracts five million visitors each year and is the largest event of its kind in the UK. Traders offer a selection of beautiful hand-crafted items c...

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Bullring Shopping Centre

Bullring Shopping Centre

With over 160 shops to delight and entice, the Bullring has transformed shopping in Birmingham, making it a top destination for retail therapy. Selfridges, Apple, Forever 21 and Hollister are just a f...

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Cadbury World

Cadbury World

Just a tempting 12 minutes by train to Bournville from Birmingham New Street, Cadbury World is an absolute must for all chocoholics. Learn how your favourite confectionery is made; play in chocolate r...

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National Sea Life Centre

National Sea Life Centre

With over 60 displays of freshwater and marine life, the National Sea Life Centre takes visitors on a magical voyage under the sea. Spectacular displays including an underwater tunnel provide close e...

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Thinktank

Thinktank

Birmingham's award-winning science museum, Thinktank, offers an extraordinary day out for some family fun. With over 200 hands-on exhibitions, highlights include the digital planetarium and the Scienc...

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Birmingham Hippodrome

Birmingham Hippodrome

There's tons of entertainment on show all year round at the Hippodrome, but you'd expect nothing less of the country's busiest theatre. So whether you prefer pirouettes or pantos, drama or dance, you'...

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Electric Cinema

Electric Cinema

The UK's oldest working cinema, Birmingham's Electric, first opened on Station St in 1909. It now shows a range of arthouse and mainstream offerings, and its art deco style creates the perfect environ...

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Glee Comedy Club

Glee Comedy Club

Find one of the UK's best-loved comedy venues in the heart of Birmingham's Chinese quarter. With shows every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night featuring the cream of UK comedy talent, why not try so...

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Ikon Gallery

Ikon Gallery

Birmingham’s leading contemporary art gallery, Ikon, is located in a dramatic Grade II-listed neo-gothic building in Brindleyplace. Free to enter, it presents a regular lineup of exhibitions, events...

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LG Arena

LG Arena

The LG Arena, formerly the NEC Arena, is one of the UK's top arena venues - with a capacity of 15,700 - entertaining over one million visitors each year and attracting major acts from X Factor Live, t...

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The Mailbox

The Mailbox

The exclusive Mailbox shopping centre is home to indulgent fashion royalty - from Emporio Armani to Harvey Nichols. Not to mention a spectacular range of bars and restaurants with canalside views, and...

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Winterbourne House and Garden

Winterbourne House and Garden

A hidden gem just minutes from Birmingham city centre, Winterbourne House is a unique arts and crafts heritage attraction, set within acres of beautiful botanic gardens. The site is open to the public...

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Birmingham Christmas Markets

The Birmingham Christmas Market at Victoria Square attracts five million visitors each year and is the largest event of its kind in the UK. Traders offer a selection of beautiful hand-crafted items created by local artisans, as well as ethnic goods imported from all over the world. Visitors can stay warm in the wintry chill with German mulled wine, grilled sausages, vegetarian dishes, pretzels, German beer, gingerbread, crepes and marzipan sweets. So get in the Christmas spirit this winter and visit from 14 November – 22 December.
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Closest Virgin Train station: Birmingham New Street

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  1. Take a Virgin Train to Birmingham New Street

  2. Victoria Square is a 7-minute walk from the station, following signs to Birmingham Town Hall.

    7 mins

Bullring Shopping Centre

With over 160 shops to delight and entice, the Bullring has transformed shopping in Birmingham, making it a top destination for retail therapy. Selfridges, Apple, Forever 21 and Hollister are just a few of the brands you'll find inside - plus more than 40 restaurants and cafés to relax in when you're all shopped out.
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Closest Virgin Train station: Birmingham New Street

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  1. Take a Virgin Train to Birmingham New Street

  2. Access to the Bullring is via a bridge to the West Mall, beside Debenhams.

    3 mins

Cadbury World

Just a tempting 12 minutes by train to Bournville from Birmingham New Street, Cadbury World is an absolute must for all chocoholics. Learn how your favourite confectionery is made; play in chocolate rain and create your own delicious treats. Discover the rich history, see the magic, and, of course, taste the goods!
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Closest Virgin Train station: Birmingham New Street

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  1. Take a Virgin Train to Birmingham New Street

  2. The train to Bournville departs from Birmingham New Street every 10 minutes.

    12 mins

  3. The visitor centre is fully signposted from the station - follow the fingerposts and wall signs.

    15 mins

National Sea Life Centre

With over 60 displays of freshwater and marine life, the National Sea Life Centre takes visitors on a magical voyage under the sea. Spectacular displays including an underwater tunnel provide close encounters with everything from humble shrimps and starfish to seahorses, sharks and rays. Plus, download your 2 FOR 1 voucher to discover these underwater delights for half the price!
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Closest Virgin Train station: Birmingham New Street

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  1. Take a Virgin Train to Birmingham New Street

  2. The centre is within easy walking distance of the station, located on Brindley Drive next to the canal.

    18 mins

Thinktank

Birmingham's award-winning science museum, Thinktank, offers an extraordinary day out for some family fun. With over 200 hands-on exhibitions, highlights include the digital planetarium and the Science Garden, an interactive outdoor science playground.
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Closest Virgin Train station: Birmingham New Street

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  1. Take a Virgin Train to Birmingham New Street

  2. An easy 15-minute walk, Thinktank is located on Curzon Street in central Birmingham

    15 mins

Birmingham Hippodrome

There's tons of entertainment on show all year round at the Hippodrome, but you'd expect nothing less of the country's busiest theatre. So whether you prefer pirouettes or pantos, drama or dance, you're sure to find something that'll leave you shouting 'encore!'
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Closest Virgin Train station: Birmingham New Street

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  1. Take a Virgin Train to Birmingham New Street

  2. Walk from the station along Hill St; the venue is on the corner of Hurst St.

    5 mins

Electric Cinema

The UK's oldest working cinema, Birmingham's Electric, first opened on Station St in 1909. It now shows a range of arthouse and mainstream offerings, and its art deco style creates the perfect environment for any movie lover. The full bar and at-seat service only adds to the experience! Download your voucher in advance to claim 2 FOR 1 on cinema tickets.
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Closest Virgin Train station: Birmingham New Street

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  1. Take a Virgin Train to Birmingham New Street

  2. Located on Station Street, the cinema is an easy 5-minute walk from Birmingham New Street.

    5 mins

Glee Comedy Club

Find one of the UK's best-loved comedy venues in the heart of Birmingham's Chinese quarter. With shows every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night featuring the cream of UK comedy talent, why not try something different next time you visit Birmingham? Glee offers the perfect night out for a special occasion, with a bar full of your favourite drinks and a tempting menu from the in-house chef.
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Closest Virgin Train station: Birmingham New Street

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  1. Take a Virgin Train to Birmingham New Street

  2. Walk from station along Hill St; the venue is just beyond the Hippodrome.

    8 mins

Ikon Gallery

Birmingham’s leading contemporary art gallery, Ikon, is located in a dramatic Grade II-listed neo-gothic building in Brindleyplace. Free to enter, it presents a regular lineup of exhibitions, events, learning workshops and seminars, and represents some of the world’s most prominent artists. Don’t miss Café Ikon, a chilled place for lunch, afternoon tea or dinner, and Ikon Shop, Birmingham’s only independent arts bookshop.
Ikon Gallery
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Closest Virgin Train station: Birmingham New Street

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  1. Take a Virgin Train to Birmingham New Street

  2. The gallery is located on Oozells St, a 17-minute walk from Birmingham New Street.

    17 mins

LG Arena

The LG Arena, formerly the NEC Arena, is one of the UK's top arena venues - with a capacity of 15,700 - entertaining over one million visitors each year and attracting major acts from X Factor Live, to Arctic Monkeys, to Rhianna. And, handily, it's located right next to Birmingham International station - so getting to the gig of a lifetime is a doddle!
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Closest Virgin Train station: Birmingham International

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  1. Take a Virgin Train to Birmingham International

  2. Follow signs from station exit.

    3 mins

The Mailbox

The exclusive Mailbox shopping centre is home to indulgent fashion royalty - from Emporio Armani to Harvey Nichols. Not to mention a spectacular range of bars and restaurants with canalside views, and two world-class hotels: the ‘oasis of luxury’ at Malmaison and the popular Ramada.
The Mailbox
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Closest Virgin Train station: Birmingham New Street

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  1. Take a Virgin Train to Birmingham New Street

  2. A leisurely 10-minute stroll from the station, the Mailbox can be accessed from Royal Mail St.

    10 mins

Winterbourne House and Garden

A hidden gem just minutes from Birmingham city centre, Winterbourne House is a unique arts and crafts heritage attraction, set within acres of beautiful botanic gardens. The site is open to the public 7 days a week with a range of beautifully decorated period exhibition rooms offering an insight into Edwardian life both above and below stairs. Outside, the garden delights year-round, and the terrace tea room is a wonderful place to treat yourself to lunch or afternoon tea.
Winterbourne House and Garden
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Closest Virgin Train station: Birmingham New Street

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  1. Take a Virgin Train to Birmingham New Street

  2. Take the train towards Longbridge to University.

    7 mins

  3. Walk through the University to the house, located on Edgbaston Park Road.

    14 mins

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