8 9 DISCOVER YOUR BIRMINGHAM Whether Birmingham is your new home or you already live in Birmingham, there’s no shortage of exciting experiences waiting for you! Birmingham is a vibrant and diverse city with gorgeous green spaces, delicious food and a rich cultural heritage that offers something for everyone. Birmingham is a shopper’s paradise with the Bullring and Grand Central, home to hundreds of shops. For unique finds, visit independent boutiques in the Custard Factory and Digbeth. SHOPPING CUSTARD FACTORY Food lovers will enjoy the diverse culinary scene, from the Balti Triangle’s South Asian cuisine to street food venues such as Hockley Social club, which offers delicious, affordable options. DINING BALTI TRIANGLE CANNON HILL PARK HOCKLEY SOCIAL CLUB Birmingham’s nightlife is vibrant and varied. Broad Street is packed with bars, clubs and live music venues. For a relaxed evening, head to canalside in Brindleyplace. Theatre enthusiasts can also enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome or Symphony Hall. ENTERTAINMENT AND NIGHTLIFE The residents of Birmingham love their parks and it’s no surprise as they are Green Flag award winners. Cannon Hill Park, near the University, offers gardens, boating lakes and sports facilities, and there are many other parks and green spaces to choose from in the city centre. PARKS AND RECREATION Birmingham is a sporting city with something for all sports fans. Watch football at Aston Villa or Birmingham City, enjoy cricket at Edgbaston Stadium or try indoor rock climbing at the Creation Climbing Centre. SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES The city hosts a variety of festivals throughout the year, including the Birmingham International Jazz Festival, Birmingham Comedy Festival and the Frankfurt Christmas Market. These events are great for meeting new people and experiencing different cultures. FESTIVALS AND EVENTS VILLA PARK FRANKFURT CHRISTMAS MARKET Ikon Gallery Red Brick Market Cannon Hill Park and the MAC RSBA Gallery Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery Library of Birmingham Lapworth Museum of Geology Martineau Gardens Chance & Counters board game bar (£2 per person per hour) Twist bubble tea cafe (drinks under £5) Monty’s deli (sandwiches under £5) Cinema tickets at Odeon New Street (£5 all day everyday) Pottery painting at Bisque & Bean creative coffee hub (£6-£9 per person) Tilt pinball (£1 per game) FUN FREE ACTIVITIES IN BIRMINGHAM ACTIVITIES IN BIRMINGHAM FOR UNDER £10 UNIVERSITY COLLEGE BIRMINGHAM UNIVERSITY COLLEGE BIRMINGHAM
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