Based at the posh Mailbox, the BBC is a shining beacon for Birmingham.
There is so much to do here, it's best to book a tour and see it as a fun activity for a day out, that kids will love too. I booked a tour with Debbie and was very surprised as to how much there is to do, and how big the BBC is.
The centre has the BBC local news and weather, tours, gift shop, radio dramas, The Archers audio drama, BBC Asian radio and WM radio (70% of the shows are filmed here), you will not run out of creative ideas visiting here.
I was taken up to the 9th floor and saw the newsroom, waved at our famous local weather girl Shefali, had a go at presenting, where they also have an invisible cloak that makes you disappear, and also saw the radio stations which are situated behind specially designed windows. The tour lasts 1 and a half hours. (Adult tickets are £7.50, concessions £6.75 and students for just £6.15)
The Tardis, famous for their long standing appearances within the Doctor Who series are also currently on display together with the time travelling phone box. The great thing about the tour is that it shows off what's unique to the centre.
The gift shop located on the ground floor is great for buying books, mugs, greeting cards, masks, toys, BBC merchandise, aprons, and they also have a great offer on DVDs where you can buy 3 for only £20.
They also won the Best Tourism Experience award of 2010, so feel confident that award winning staff are showing your around!
Regular updates are available on Twitter and Facebook, you can also buy gift vouchers on their booking line. Overall a great visit, I was made to feel very welcome, and I would recommend paying a visit to anyone who loves TV and has a passion for the great quality that the BBC produce. (Tip, a great place to keep an eye out for celebrities!) read more