Forget Benidorm, here's Birmingham's top holiday hotspots you must visit this summer
School's out and it's the perfect time for family holidays and memorable experiences. If you've chosen to stay local, there are numerous fascinating places to explore around Birmingham. These include historic villages, castles, hills and more, providing diverse options for a walking holiday or an activity-based trip. Easily accessible, these destinations are just a short drive or train ride away. From following Robin Hood's footsteps to visiting stunning Stuart castles, there's always a great day trip waiting. If you're undecided, here are 21 incredible towns, villages, and castles to visit this summer.
National Highways announced ongoing roadworks at the M6's junction 10, in Wolverhampton, which may disrupt traffic to and from Birmingham. The works, which have been in progress since January 2020, aim to ease congestion and reduce journey times. These improvements cost £78 million. Further road closures are anticipated from 31 May 2023, with full closures until 11 June. National Highways advised drivers to plan ahead and allow extra time for journeys, adding that closures are subject to change due to unforeseeable circumstances or bad weather. Information on diversions can be found on the National Highways website.
Henrhyd Falls, the tallest waterfall in Brecon Beacons, South Wales, is a renowned attraction for wild swimmers and walkers. Notably known as the Batman Waterfall due to its appearance in 'The Dark Knight Rises', the waterfall has gained popularity among movie enthusiasts. The site includes a National Trust car park and a trail for visitors. The waterfall is free to visit, however, it is advised to get there early as parking tends to fill by 11am. The location can be reached from Birmingham via the M5, passing the Malvern Hills and the Welsh border.
TUI has unveiled new routes for UK airports, including several new flights from Glasgow Airport beginning in summer 2024. This will provide an additional 1.1 million seats for UK holidaymakers. The move is part of TUI's 2024 summer programme, adding 18,000 seats from Glasgow Airport and impacting 13 regional airports. This expansion will offer more options for travellers wishing to depart from local airports. Additional TUI flights will also depart from Bournemouth, Newcastle, Bristol, and East Midlands. The overall programme will significantly increase flight seats in each UK region.
As pleasant weather nears and longer evenings draw in, many may contemplate a brief respite. Glasgow Airport offers budget-friendly flights to numerous stunning locations daily. Utilising Skyscanner data, we've pinpointed the most economical direct flights from Glasgow in May for those seeking value for a short getaway. Here are the top 12 least expensive destinations from Glasgow Airport this May.
Transport for Wales (TfW) has announced a 12-month delay to the new hourly service between Liverpool and Llandudno due to COVID-19 impacts. Originally scheduled for December 2022, the service now targets a December 2023 start. Despite pandemic-induced interruptions to crew training and supply chains, TfW vows to deliver additional services promised in 2018, adding over 60 new services to the weekday timetable in the forthcoming years. The revised plan's delivery depends on infrastructure changes by Network Rail, backed by the UK Government, and TfW will cooperate with Network Rail through an 'Event Steering Group' for plan execution.
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