When the Queensway Tunnel was dug beneath the river, the subsequent rubbish pulled from the ground…read morewas dumped and landscaped into what is now Otterspool Prom. Here you can do everything there is to possibly do on a riverside promenade; things such as walk, ride a bike, look at the water and...um...well that's about it. I suppose you could rollerblade if you wanted. If it's a warm day and you don't mind the style your hair will be sculpted into by the blustering gales, you can follow the prom and its interconnecting paths right up to the Pier Head. If you don't fancy that, try and unearth the ruins of the 1984 Garden Festival, which lies hidden by tree trunks and weeds. You don't know how overtly creepy something is until you accidentally stumble across a kid's overgrown swing park. I still have nightmares.

What a spectacular view. Did you ever see such a coastline? Especially when the waves are choppy…read moreand the wind blustery. I absolutely love the promenade; walking along beside the river with the breathtaking view of the Welsh hills in the background is really relaxing, there's lots of cyclists and dog-walkers around and it's a lovely environment on a clear sunny day. The park which was renovated through the 'Pride in our Proms' project is Amazing. It's a mini world of Big Kid heaven... for me anyway I regressed about 10 years and was on the swings, seesaw and monkey bars, and when we'd totally worn ourselves out running around and taking cool scenic pictures of the sunset we went for a well earned pint from the Otterspool pub which is handily a hop skip and a cartwheel across the park. Go fly a kite, see the sights, play on the park and grab a pint!

Since getting a dog we are always looking for dog friendly places and Himley Halls grounds are…read moreperfect! They have parking (£1.80 all day), Golf course & hire, cafe, toilets and even water bowls for the thirsty doggies. Beautiful walks and even got a stream you can trek along. The food in the cafe is basic but good. My only criticism was the toilets where closed so we had quite a walk to get to the other toilets located by the hall. My mom has trouble getting around and nearly had to go in the bushes lol. Thankfully we got there in time! Overall great place for anyone who likes a good trek and ideal for dog owners.

Located in the old grounds of Himley Hall which was the home of the Earl of Dudley . Theres…read moreopenland , woods , fishing lake and a public golf course . They have many big events here such as the usual bonfire night but also music events , wedding fairs etc .

Recently took my son to the park and for an ice cream and had a slow walk around the arboretum,…read moremany people don't realise how lucky Walsall is to still have an arbo as there aren't many around these days.

What a beautiful place to take the kids. The boating lake is fun as long as the kids are chilled…read more The play area has lots of things to keep the kids entertained for hours. Walking the dog whilst the kids are at school is like being in heaven at the arbo.

The Iron Bridge, located aptly in the town of Ironbridge, is classified as a World Heritage Site…read more Mainly, the influence of the area (and presence of iron ore within the Gorge) contributed to the birth of the industrial revolution. When the bridge was erected, in 1779, it was the first of its kind, anywhere! Quite the feat! Read up on it more, here: http://www.visitironbridge.co.uk/world-heritage-site The town itself is beautiful and quaint. We went on a Saturday afternoon, the weather was warm and lovely and I didn't feel claustrophobic walking around despite the presence of loads people. The walk is next to the the River Severn with lush trees and wildlife. Stunning place, really. I can't even begin to describe all the picture taking locations. I also noticed that events and activities are held year round. They offer an annual pass, too. We didn't purchase tickets to any of the 10 museums (10 museums!!!) but that might be nice to try out another time. The history of Ironbridge really fascinates me. Take a camera, you'll need it!!

Iron Bridge is a village near Telford which has the first iron bridge ever made…read more The village is beautiful, cute little cottages, B&B's, cafes and antique shops surround the river severn, beautiful greenery and friendly locals. My boyfriend and I went to Iron Bridge to see the infamous bridge and visit the museum. When we arrived we realised there are actually lots of different small museums and attractions for which you really need a full day. I would recommend this for a day trip, particularly for those with an interest in engineering. The bridge itself is very impressive and in beautiful surroundings, the only thing stopping me from giving this 5 stars is that the museum entry is very expensive. Just for one small attraction it costs £4, to visit them all you're looking at about £30 which seems hefty.

What a beautiful location, what a beautiful place. Kids love…read moreNational Trust outings. Cadburys had a Easter egg hunt on which kept them occupied. Lovely walk around the grounds, lovely walled garden - enjoyed seeing what they were growing. Had a lovely play area. The manor was extraordinary, such beautiful rooms and decor. So lavish. It's lovely to share history and preserve this for our kids to see too. Kids were amazed by the telephone!

This is one of the best NT properties to enjoy with a young family. The house is open most…read moreafternoons and is undergoing extensive restoration, however, it is for the grounds and park that we come. The parkland is extensive and there's a good mixture of woodland and open parkland to explore. Waymarked paths keep you on track. There is a deer park. The walled garden is currently being reconstructed but is already looking great. There is a children's play park which is wheelchair friendly too. It's themed around farming which adds to the interest. Suited to children from toddlers though to about 8. The park is currently the site of a modern art installation exhibition with some interesting creations dotted around the site. Toilet facilities are clean and the cafe offers basic but good food in a mansion house setting (you eat within the building). A basic children's menu is available which is smaller portions of adult meals (save for a picnic box). There is a second hand book shop and seasonal sales of plants. Recommended for a good family day out.

One of my favourite books when I was younger was the Secret Garden where 3 children found a key to…read morea hidden garden which became their secret retreat. Moseley Park and Pool kind of reminds of this as its very easy to miss it due to the fact it's tucked away down a tiny path that runs between O'Neills and Dixons and you need to be a key holder to gain entry to this gem. This park is a calm haven amongst the hustle and bustle of city living. I love coming here in the summer for a picnic as its a private park there is plenty of space to sit and it's always tidy and well maintained. To become a key holder for a year you need to head to Moseley Travel and pay £40. Well worth chipping in with friends/ housemates. If you'd like to try before you buy then there are free open days or visit one various festivals held here such as Moseley Folk.

Moseley Park and Pool is one of those little secrets you only share with people you really like…read more Set off Moseley's main strip you really wouldn't know it was there unless you'd been tipped off in advance. There is a tiny path that goes between Dixon's and Oneills. Once through the gate you take short amble through the trees and past a tennis court or two to finally open out into the park proper. The space isn't huge but is a real oasis in a city like Birmingham. There are two large fields and then best of all a lake that you can walk around. So what's the catch? Is a private park for keyholders only. Annual membership is not expensive though at £40. However, a first visit might be best kept for a free open day or really treat yourself and grab a ticket for the annual Mostly Jazz, Funk and Soul or Moseley Folk Festivals.

One of Birmingham's lesser known parks, and all the better for it, if you ask me! We really are…read moreblessed / spoiled over in the south of the city when it comes to parks - there seems to be one every few hundred yards - from large, countryside-equse open spaces like Warley Woods and the Lickeys, to ornate urban parks like Cannon Hill Park. This place is a little of both - the large open space that dominates it provides a lovely respite from the bustle of Harborne, and the gardens that border it are well kept and a legacy of the park's Victorian roots. A great little park - much recommended!

Queens Park is one of Birmingham's best parks in my opinion, its very secluded and not very known…read moreabout and all the better for it! We don't have many great outdoor spaces in Harborne so its a great place for young children, teenagers and adults too. Its has a great open large space, people come here to play football, tennis (has 2 tennis courts), basketball (has a basketball court). Has a playground area for young children. Very popular with dog walkers, joggers and cyclists. Ive been here day and night and never had any trouble, the gardens are well kept and very pretty in every season. There is 2 car parks available on site which is free, space available for disabled vehicles too. A great little park!

Perry Park is often overlooked as it's right next to one of the main roads in and out of the city…read more Despite this, last year they completed the building of an international standard BMX track within the park itself. This track sits alongside the existing skate ramps that have been on the site for years and are regularly used both by young people from the area, and youth workers looking to do outreach work with those young people. The park itself has loads of open flat grass and has been used for carnivals and festivals in the past, so has plenty of space to take a dog for a walk or have a family picnic - but only if this weather holds out!

Perry Park is big, really big!! It's important to state that as whether you are approaching it from…read morethe Walsall Road or Aldridge Road it's easy to think it's quite small. Not only is it such a big park that they have events and fairs on due to the expanse of flat green lawn but it has a reservoir, is home to Alexandra Stadium and has a world class BMX park. Personally I like to think of it as Brum's version of New York's Central Park just minus statues, ice rinks and restaurants. The size of the park means it's easy to think it's not busy. If you are a young person then it's a great place to hang out and youth workers are often doing detached work, which means opportunities to get involved in fun projects.

i always visit the park every sunday , i carnt belive its actualy free its like something you see…read moreand think you would have to pay a entrance free , a massive pond for fishing , park for the children , sand pit , slides and swings. i usualy go fishing on the pond with a reasonable price to fish , lovely people and litter free!