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1. Hindu Temples Near Balaji Temple

2. Sightseeing

3. Park and gardens4. Museums

5. Shopping

6. Restaurants

7. Hotel/Accommodation

8. Taxi service numbers

9. Buses Routes

Durga Bhawan, Smethwick360 Spon Lane South, Smethwick, West Midlands B66 1PB, Tel: 0121 558 1222.

(Approx Dist 2.1 Miles) Temple Timings: 9am-1pm. 4.30pm-9.00pm

Geeta Bhawan, Birmingham107 - 115 Heathfield Road, Handsworth, Birmingham, West Midlands. B19 1HLTel: 0121 554 4120 & 523 7797 (9.17 Miles). Temple Timings: 9am-1pm, 5pm-8pm



Sunday: 9am- 8pm

Maha Shiv Shakti Mandir, Willenhall (Shirdi SaiDham)

4 – 15 Fletchers Lane, Willenhall. West Midlands. WV13 2QW Tel: 01902 633361 &07980207687. (12.74 Miles) Temple Timings:

Krishna Mandir, DudleyHope Street, Corner of Churchfield Street, Dudley. West Midlands. DY2 8RS. Tel:01384 253253 (2.91 Miles) Temple Timings:

Krishna Temple, West Bromwich81 Old Meeting Street, West Bromwich. West Midlands. B70 9SZ Tel: 0121 553 5375(3 Miles) Temple Timings:

Durga Bhawan, BilstonOld Crown Works, Wellington Road, Bilston, West Midlands.WV14 6BE. Tel: 01902354081 (6.38 Miles) Temple Timings:

Laxmi Narayana Mandir, Birmingham541a Warwick Road, Tysley, Birmingham, B11 2JP. Tel: 0121 707 3154 (10.3 Miles)Temple Timings: 9am-1pm, 5pm-8pm

Mata Da Mandir, Dudley57 - 59 King Street, Dudley, West Midlands. DY2 8PY Tel: 01384 243244. (3 Miles)Temple Timings: 8am-12pm, 5pm-8pm

Rama Mandir, Birmingham8 Walford Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, B12 1NR Tel: 0121 773 5735. TempleTimings: Winter 9am-12pm, 5am-7pm, Summer9am-1pm, 5pm-8pm



1.Dudley Canal Tunnels and Boat Trips.The Dudley Canal Tunnel is on the A4123 signposted to Dudley from Junction 2 of

the M5 and is about 1 mile north of Dudley Town centre.

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1.National Sea Life Centre.The Water's Edge, Brindley Place, Birmingham, B1 2HL Tel: 0121 6436777Information Line: 0121 6334700. Distance from temple:

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2.Warwickshire Cricket MuseumWarwickshire CCC, The County Ground, Edgbaston Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B5 7QU. Tel: 0121 446 4422. Contact: Philip Britt: Curator

Cricket memorabilia and photographs covering 130 years. The Colin J. Langley MemorialLibrary of cricket books (for reference use on the premises only). Contact: Robert Brooke,Librarian The National Sea Life Centre takes visitors on a spectacular

undersea voyage with over 60 displays of freshwater and marinelife, creating a wonderland for visitors of all ages.

The attraction boasts an enormous one million litre ocean tankhousing giant green sea turtles, black tip reef sharks and tropicalreef fish. All this in addition to dozens of other spectaculardisplays featuring playful short-clawed otters, seahorses, crabsand lobsters, sharks and sting rays, guarantees a memorableexperience for all.

Explore AmaZonia, see the deadly predators such as razortoothed piranhas, electric eels and poison dart frogs. Marvel atfreshwater stingrays and tropical catfish beneath the forest

canopy. It's a jungle adventure not to be missed. With over 60fascinating displays of marine life

Opening hours:Open when firstclass cricketmatches are takingplace at theEdgbaston ground.

Guided tours byappointment, onnon-match days:

September to April. Tues 10am-3pm,

Friday 10am - 4pm.

Library opens onfirst-class cricketmatch days, othertimes b

Admission: Warwickshire and opposition members free. Groups: adults £1,concessions £0.50 for uided tours on non-match da s and out of season.

Discover a World of Wonders underneath the Black Countrytown of Dudley. Marvel at the fantastic Limestone Cavernscarved by man in his search for raw materials with whichto make iron. Learn about the fossilisation of smallcreatures and plant life from our stunning audio visualpresentation. Sit back and enjoy the skipper guided tour aswe take you on a magical journey that is fun andinformative and exciting

Ghost Stories tours last an hour takes you through anetwork of tunnels and Caverns with ghostly tales andsightings.

Santa Claus tours on weekends in December a 45 minuteboat trip with Christmas Carols

For Ghost Trips & Santa Trips please call forinformation on 01384 236275

Pricing and Timetable (Through Tunnel Trips) : Boats run from 10am with the last boatdeparting at 4pm every 30 minutes throughout the day (Fifteen minutes on Bank Holidays orbusy times) March – October. (February & November Wednesday to Sunday 10-4) With Twohour trips on first Sunday of every month.

Prices 2008 Adult £4.75 Senior £4.30 Child £3.95 Family (4) £15.90 Family (5)



2. Cadbury WorldCadbury World, Bournville, Birmingham B30 1JR, A reservation is essential toguarantee entry. Call our booking line on: 0845 450 3599

Cadbury World is one of the prime tourist destinations of Birmingham. The story of chocolate and the role of theCadbury family reflects the heritage of this famous chocolatemanufacturer. With 660, 000 cream eggs a day and a capacity

for 1680 wispa chocolate bars a minute you shouldn't gohungry here. The visitor centre is an educational treat the kidswill enjoy.

Everybody loves the story of how liquid chocolate is made,especially when it comes with some very special effects. Arrivein the Demonstration area to have a go at writing your name infresh liquid chocolate. With experienced Cadbury Worlddemonstrators on hand, it’s great fun to play with chocolate.

Timings: Different timings daily so please call and findout the opening hours.

Adult - £13.00 Child - £9.95 (Children aged 4 - 15 inclusive) Senior Citizenand Students - £10.00 (Students with a valid NUS card) Under 4s – FreeFamily (2 adults +2 children) - £40.00Family (2 adults +3 children) - £48.50

3. Dudley Castle & Zoo.

Dudley & West Midlands Zoological Society, 2 The Broadway, Dudley, WestMidlands DY1 4QB Tel: 01384 215313

Dudley Castle was built by the Normans. Providing protection since around 1071 the castlesaw many changes over the centuries. The infamous John Dudley rebuilt the castle in theRenaissance style only to be beheaded by QueenMary for trying to put Lady Jane Grey on the throne of England. With breathtaking views over the BlackCountry. The zoo is built within the grounds of Dudley Castle.

Enjoy a close up walkthrough encounter withmonkeys as they roam freely in their tropical home

and watch Squirrel monkeys, marmosets, saki &goeldis monkeys mingling & interacting with eachother. They also share their new home with dwarf mongoose, otters & monitor lizards.

Be an Explorer on Dr. Dudley’s Adventures11.00am Bear Tales - at the Bears11.30am Tiger Tales - at the Tigers12 Midday African Adventure at the Giraffe Paddock with Dr. Dudley12-12.45pm Meet the Animals - on the Farm12.30pm Creature Feature - in the Discovery Centre12.30pm Baron Dudley’s Horrible History Show& 2pm in the Undercroft in the Castle Courtyard2pm Reptile Encounter - in the Discovery Centre2.15pm Watch the Keepers feed the Red Pandas2.15-4pm Meet the Animals - on the Farm2.45pm Sealion Feeding Time - at the Sealions



3.05pm Penguin Feeding Time - at the Penguins3.45pm Ghost Tour - in the Castle.Plus Free Land Trains, Face painting and Tattoo studio and many more attractions.

Adult - £10.95 ( Inc £1 donation) Adult £9.95 ( without £1 Donation) Child ( 3-15) -£6.95 (Children under 3 Free) Zoo Gardens Closes at 6.00PM.

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13 Waterside Stratford Upon Avon, CV37 6BA 01789 290111 (26.03 miles away)

Our Daytime Show is the perfect introduction to William Shakespeare and hisplays - using the latest special effects to bring his characters to life

Using the very latest developments in show technology and special effects it’sa groundbreaking virtual reality experience - providing spectacularentertainment and fun for all the family.

By night, the theatre transforms into a dynamic performance venue hosting a range of LiveEvents from professional theatre to live music and stand up comedy!

The Show runs on every hour. The first show starts at 10am and the last starts at5pm. Shows run for approximately 45 minutes. Tickets prices: Adult: £7.95 Child :£6.95 Family (2+2) : £23.95

5. West Midlands Safari Park Spring Grove, Bewdley, Worcestershire, DY12 1LF. Tel: 01299 402114

What’s more, this is a self-drive safari in your own vehicle and you get the chance tofeed some of the animals too – special diet animal food is available on arrival for a smallcharge. And, you can drive through as many times as you wish! Alternatively, if you prefer tobe driven, then you are able to book a guided minibus tour for an extra charge – please askwhen you arrive – this is always very popular, so early booking is recommended.

A little tip – the animal reserves really can get very busy at peak time (11.00am-2.00pm). If you arrive during this time, please consider parking first, visit all the other attractions – likeDiscovery Trail and Amusement Area - and return to the animal reserves after 3.00pm, whenit is often less busy.

The Park has four fantastic miles of safari trail with closeencounters galore. It has the only Pride of white Lionsin the UK . The adventure continues - track downElephant; Rhino; Tiger; Wild Dog; Lion; Wallaby; Wolf;Buffalo; Zebra; Gnu; Camel and all kinds of Deer. Theanimal reserve is home to over 600 animals and covers avast area of 100 acres, which is often abundant withbabies.

The park has introduced the fastest land animal on earth totheir collection. Cheetah can now be seen at the Park in a newfeature, incorporated into the four-mile safari drive through. The exhibit, which is called Cheetah Plains, is the UK's largestdrive-by Cheetah Reserve and is the new home to two youngmale Cheetahs brothers, named Munya and Bulika and are twoand a half years old and have remained together since birth.The name 'Cheetah' comes from an Indian wordmeaning "spotted one".



The Discovery Trail is a fantastic all-weather animal attraction and is where you can find MarkO'Shea's Reptile World, SeaQuarium, Creepy Crawlies, Twilight Cave and Seal Island which allmake for a fun-filled time.

Follow the Trail, designed to fascinate, intrigue and educate, to discover a huge variety of amazing animals. Admire the swimming skills of our sea lions at Seal Island with itsunderwater viewing area. Get up close to our fruit bats as they free-fly in the Twilight Cave.Enter the spine chilling world of Creepy Crawlies and SeaQuarium featuring some of the mostamazing creatures that live in our oceans. Visit the Reptile House to see our large diversecollection of reptiles and amphibians from all over the world.

Whilst in the Discovery Trail do not miss the daily Sea Lion Shows which take place atadvertised times in the specially designed Sea Lion Theatre. Why not also take theopportunity to touch a snake or lizard at the Reptile Encounters which run daily, weatherpermitting.

Hippo Lakes, home to the largest family group of Hippo in the country, is situated not far from

all the action - last feeding timing is 3.30pm. The Amusement Area is packed with rides and amusements for all the fun of the fair. Thereare plenty of rides and amusements to suit all members of the family. Wristbands areavailable from the Wristband Office and Ride Tickets from machines.

As there are no toilet facilities in the four mile safari, you may want a toilet stop beforeentering - these are situated in the Main Car Park.

Admission costs £10.50 per person, including a free return ticket. Amusementrides charged extra. Park opens at 10-5 daily, except on bank holidays at 9-5.

I. Sandwell Valley Country Park

Sandwell Valley can be found just off M5 Junction 1, at West Bromwich SandwellPark Farm, Salter’s Lane, West Bromwich B71 4BG Tel: 0121 553 0220



The Gardens is a 15 acre oasis of delight , beauty,peace and tranquility combined with excellent visitorfacilities for all the family. The Main Lawn is anamphitheatre that acts as a sun trap, with higherground behind cutting off the cold northerly winds. The Lawn is therefore a popular spot for picnics infine weather and is, indeed, the hub of the Gardens.Here and there on the lawn and at its edges are

ornamental trees. The mature copper beech hasbeen an outstanding feature of the gardens for long.A special feature on the main lawn is the Analematic Sundial, not fixed on a stand, but laidout on a level area of ground. By standing on the stone strip at a position corresponding to themonth of the year you may tell the time of day by the direction of your shadow.

The Glasshouses has a collection of diverse plants in a small space compared to other parts of the Gardens.The Glasshouses are split intoTropical House, Sub Tropical House,mediteranean House and Arid House.

The Tropical House pool complements thelowland rainforest vegetation with tropical

water plants. This house has the most variedcollection of diverse plants in a small spacecompared to other parts of the Gardens. The

hot humid atmosphere most nearly simulates the conditions of thelowland equatorial regions nautural habitats. Trees, climbers, epiphytes,ferns, shade loving herbs and water plants.

The Arid House A glasshouse for plants from climates with low,irregular rainfall but also for plants of dry locations such as cliffs or treebranches. The cacti store water in swollen stems As well as cacti, thishouse contains a collection of 'living stones', carrion flowers, and centuryplants. Some plants of economic importance, e.g. sisal, can also befound here.

Besides the Gardens and Glasshouses you will also find an Alpine Yard,Historic Gardens (Roman, Medieval and Tudor gardens) Herb Garden(Culinery, medicinal and ornamental herbs) Playground (A traditionalplayground and adventure trail for younger visitors to let off steam) Rock Garden & Pool, National Bonsai Collection (A fine display of about 25hardy bonsai trees housed in a secure courtyard) and a Japanese garden andmany others.

Opening Hours Every day except Christmas Day from 9 am (10 am Sundays). Closing: April to

September: 7pm October to March: 5pm (or dusk) Last admission 30 minutes before close.Admission Charges Family £19.00 Adults £6.50,Children over 5 students £4.00

IV. Lickey Hills Country Park



Warren Lane, Rednal, Birmingham, B45 8ER, Tel: 0121 447 7106

The Lickey Hills Country Park lies 11 miles south west of Birminghamcity centre and covers an area of 524 acres. The hills are covered bya mosaic of mixed deciduous woodland, conifer plantations andheathland, all are rich in a variety of wildlife.

Included within the park boundary is an eighteen hole Golf course,bowls, tennis and putting green as well as a purpose built wheelchairpathway and viewing platform allowing easy access to panoramicviews over the surrounding countryside.

Visitors can also enjoy light snacks and refreshments in the tea roomwhilst children can explore the large adventure playground.

Timings: Summer season 10am-7pm Winter season 10am-4.30pm

V. Sutton Park Nature ReservePark Road, Sutton Coldfield, B74 2YT, Tel: 0121 355 6370

Sutton Park is an historic landscape that covers an areaof 2,400 acres and attracts over two million visitorsevery year. Delivering a sense of wilderness within anurban environment. The site is also a Scheduled Ancient

Monument due its many sites of archaeological interest.

This former royal deer park has retained many ancientfeatures including prehistoric mounds and a RomanRoad. It is an important site for wildlife andconservation, This landscape is a mosaic of open heathland, woodlands, wetlands, marshes and seven lakes

each with their own rich variety of plants and wildlife. Cattle and wild ponies can be seen

grazing during the year retaining this working landscape.

Wildlife Watching - As a home for many uncommonspecies Sutton Park is an ideal area to watch nature. In theNorth of the Park wild Exmoor Ponies roam the heath all yearround and can be viewed from a distance, please rememberthat they only eat the food they graze. South of the railway,cattle graze during the summer and large herds collectaround Powells Pool and Longmoor Valley. Many bird speciesvisit and stay on site through the year including Skylarks,Linnets, Wheatears, Warblers and birds of prey includingoccasional Merlin and Hobby. The wetlands and pools alsoprovide opportunity for underwater investigation and sightings of many types of damsel anddragonflies around the edges.

Opening Times - The gates are open across the Park by 9am all year. Closing timesvary in line with dusk. During winter from mid-November the Park closes at 5.00pmuntil late January when it rises incrementally up to 10.00pm by mid-May. At the endof July the closing times fall back down incrementally to 5.00pm by mid-November.

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VI. Edgbastion ReservoirThe Ranger's Lodge, 115 Reservoir Road, Ladywood, Birmingham, B16 9EE,Tel: 0121 454 1908

Situated close to the city centre, EdgbastonReservoir is a Site of Importance for NatureConservation. It was built in 1827 by Thomas Telford as a “top up” for Birmingham’s canal

system and is still used for that purpose today. The 70 acres site is mainly open water andsupports a variety of birdlife; it is also a valuablecity site for animals such as newts and bats. Abelt of woodland and grassland encircles thereservoir providing an oasis of natural beauty inan urban setting. There are currently no publictoilets on site.

Walkers and joggers can enjoy the approximately 2.8 km

(1.75 miles) path around the reservoir includes a Walk 2000route. There is rowing provided by The Birmingham RowingClub, sailing provided by The Midland Sailing Club and a Sea

Cadet Centre - TS Vernon.

Entrances & Car Parking: The main entrance and car parkis at the end of Reservoir Road. The car park opens at 8amand is locked at 9pm. There are three other pedestrianentrances, Rotton Park Road, Ickneild Port Road and GillottRoad. It should be noted that the Gillott road entrance is aflight of steps. Pedestrian gates are also opened at 8am andlocked at dusk.

VII. Woodgate Valley Country Park Clapgate Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, B32 3DS Telephone: 0121 421 7575

Woodgate Valley Country Park is an area of countryside in theheart of Bartley Green and Quinton. It is an ideal place to go fora leisurely walk, observe wildlife, walk the dog or even ride ahorse. Or it can simply be a great place to get away from thenoise, traffic and buildings of the city. The park comprises 450acres of meadows, hedgerows and woodland with the BournBrook running through its centre. Originally a mosaic of farmsand smallholdings the park has retained much of its rural

character. It is also the home of the Hole Farm Trekking Centreand the Urban Farm so horses and various farm animals can stillbe seen in the park today. It became a country park in 1984.

Over 250 species of plants have been found at Woodgate Valley, the damp meadow areasbeing especially rich and producing wonderful displays of wild flowers in spring and summer. The meadows also attract many kinds of butterflies. Over eighty species of birds have alsobeen recorded in the park

Children are admitted free.





A. Lapworth Geological MuseumUniversity of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT, Tel: 0121 414 7294 or6751

The Lapworth Museum of Geology has the finest and most extensivecollections of fossils, minerals and rocks in the Midland Region. TheMuseum dates back to 1880, and is one of the oldest specialist geologicalmuseums in the UK. Located in the University’s Grade II listed, AstonWebb Building, the museum retains its original Edwardian setting andinterior.

The collections contain in excess of 250,000 specimens. In addition torocks, fossils and minerals, there are large collections of early geologicalmaps, equipment, models, photographic material, and also zoologicalspecimens and stone axes. The museum has some

of the finest collections from the Wenlock Limestone of Dudley, famousfor its fossils that lived 420 million years ago when the area was coveredby a shallow, warm, tropical sea that enabled a highly diverse ecosystem

to develop. From the rocks of the old Midlands Coalfields are importantcollections of fossil plants, fish, insects, arachnids, fossil footprints andanimal tracks.

There are beautifully preserved fish, dragonflies,crabs, lobsters and pterosaurs from theSolnholfen Limestone in Germany; outstandingfish collections from Brazil, Italy, Lebanon and USA; 510 million year oldanimals unique to the world famous Burgess Shale of British Columbia.

The mineral collection contains around 15,000 specimens, many of them rare, and displaying stunning colours and crystal shapes. Thespecimens come from all over the world, but particularly from the oldmining areas of the UK. A visit to the Lapworth Museum provides an

insight into how the Earth formed and changed through time, and how life on earth developedand evolved.

Timings: Monday- Friday 9-5, Weekend : 2pm – 5pm. Admission is Free.

B. Aston Manor Road Transport Museum208-216 Witton Lane, Birmingham, B6 6QE Tel: 0121 322 2298

Aston Manor Road TransportMuseum houses a collection of historic and classic vehicles andrelated exhibits that will bringback memories of a bygone era.See how transport in theMidlands has evolved from the1900s to the present day, all inthe original setting of aBirmingham Tram Depot.

Timings: Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday 11am- 5PMAdmission cost: Adults £1.50, Family £4.00 (2+2), Concessions: 75pence.



C. Sarehole MillCole Bank Road, Hall Green, Birmingham, B13 OBD, Tel: 0121 7776612

Sarehole Mill was built in 1765 on the site of Biddle's Mill,which dated back to 1540. For most of Sarehole's working

life it was used to grind corn, but in the industrialrevolution it was used for blade grinding and metal rollingas well. The Mill is open to the public from April to Octoberand to school parties throughout the year.

Sarehole Mill is a fine example of one of more than fiftywater mills that existed in Birmingham at one time.Matthew Boulton's father rented the Mill and Sarehole farmin 1756. When his father died, Boulton used the Mill formaking buttons and for metal rolling until he moved hisoperations to Handsworth in 1761.

In the late 1890s Sarehole was the childhood haunt of Hobbit author J.R.R. Tolkien, and famously mentioned inThe Lord of the Rings.

Timings: Tuesday to Sunday 11.30am – 4pm. (Monday closed except Bank Holidays)Admission Free:

D. Soho House : Where Great Minds MetSoho Avenue, Handsworth, Birmingham, B18 5LB. Tel: 0121 5549122

The elegant home of industrial pioneer Matthew Boulton, who lived at Soho House from 1766 to1809. Here, he met with some of the most important scientists, engineers and thinkers of histime - the Lunar Society. Possibly the first centrally heated English house since Roman times,

Soho House has been carefully restored to its 18th century appearance and contains some of Boulton's own furniture.

Displays tell the story of this fascinating man and the interests he shared with his famousvisitors, including members of the Lunar Society.

There's also the chance to see some of the products of Boulton's nearby factory - wherebuttons and buckles, clocks and vases, and silver and Sheffield plate tableware were made -and where he developed the steam engine in partnership with James Watt

In the visitor centre next to Soho House is a community history gallery with a changing

programme of exhibitions and activities



The National Motorcycle Museum isrecognised as the finest and largestmotorcycle museum in the world.Important and famous machines areforever being added to our collection.

The National Motorcycle Museum opened its

doors in October 1984, with a collection of more than 350 motorcycles on display. Sinceopening, this magnificent centre has becomethe largest motorcycle museum in the worldand attracts around 250,000 visitors a year.

Today the museum has some 650 plus machines, fully restored to the manufacturers originalspecifications.

1950 ROYAL ENFIELD 496cc TWIN Hislop TT Norton Timings: Open Daily 10am - 6pm.Admission: Adults £6.95, Children £4.95, Family £20(2+2).

I. The Falconry Centre ( Hagley)Kidderminster Road South, Hagley, West Midlands, DY9 0JB, Tel/Fax: 01562 700014

The Falconry Centre houses over 70 birds of preyincluding various species of Eagle, Vulture, Buzzard,Owl, Falcon and Kite from around the world. There areover 25 species including the Snowy Owl, Asian BrownWood Owl, Barn Owl, American Kestrel, Saker Falcon,Golden Eagle, Steppe Eagle, Bald Eagle, Griffon Vultureand Raven to name a few.

See flying displays seven days a week from 1 p.m.(weather permitting). Meet at close quarters our free

flying Eagles, Hawks, Falcons and Owls. Take photographs of the flyingbirds at the centre without the hinderance of wire netting.

Falconry Experience Days - Birds of Prey at first hand. We offer awide variety of Falconry Experience days and Hawking experience days.

Timings: Open Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm. 11am- 5pm on Sundays.Admission: Adults £3.75, Children £2.75, Concession £2.75 Family £11(2+2).



Bullring Shopping Centre

Bullring Management Suite, Level 3 (Upper) West Mall, Bullring, Birmingham, B54BU, Tel: 0121 632 1500

Bullring Birmingham’s newest shopping destination, andthe most exhilarating city retail experience you’ll haveanywhere in Europe. Over 160 of the most imaginativeand desirable shops for you to explore – includingDebenhams and Apple, and more than 25 restaurants foryou to revitalise yourself in.

Built at a cost of over £500 million, Bullring has broughtover 26 football pitches worth of shops, boutiques andrestaurants into the centre of town reintroducing some of Birmingham’s traditional streets and is a stimulating, glasscovered environment where you can shop, eat or just be.

Bullring covers every aspect of shopping from retail fashion to electronics, fromrestaurants to travel.

Situated in the heart of Birmingham City Centre and is extremely easy to get to. Bullring has 3dedicated car parks (Moor Street, Edgbaston Street and Centre Car Park) offering over 3,000car parking spaces.

Merryhill Shopping Centre.Brierley Hill, West Midlands England DY5 1QX, Telephone: 01384 487 900

One of Europe's premier shopping centres with over 200 shops underone roof. Merry Hill offers all the high street's biggest name stores,designer fashions. After visiting the shops, relax with a drink or a biteto eat in one of the many bars and restaurants along the nearbyWaterfront marina. The complex includes an Odeon cinema.TheDudley Canal Line No 1 passes though the site.

Opening Timings: Mon-Fri - 9am-9pm, Sat - 9am-7pm, Sun - 11am-5pm

Star CityStar City Watson Road, Birmingham, B7 5SB. Just of the Junction 6 of the M6.



Opened by George Clooney in the Nechellsarea of Birmingham, Star City has a 30-screen cinema, restaurants, bars, the UK’slargest casino and even an indoor ski-slope.Besides multiplex and the casino, there arerestaurants serving Indian, Mexican,Spanish, Chinese and traditional English

food and a 22-lane ten pin bowling. A new'Goals' soccer centre opened in 2007. Thelatest coup for the complex is the imminent

arrival of England's first 36 hole Adventure Mini Golf Course Complex -due toopen in late May 2008.

• INDIAN VEGETARIAN RESTAURANTS:

Khazana Restaurant: Serves a fusion cuisine including South

Indian, Punjabi, Gujrati, East African and Chinese influences. Buffet lunch and dinner aswell as alcarte. 12 Holyhead Rd, Handsworth, Birmingham, B21 0LT, Tel: 0121 5510908

Dosaxpress: Balaji Temple Grounds. Open on weekends 10am-6pm. Tel:

07865052545

Rogans Vegetarian Restaurant: 10 College Road,

Handsworth, Birmingham, B20 2HX. Tel: 0121 5153906

Body & Being: Stirling House: 100 Browning Street,

Birmingham, B16 8EH. Tel: 0121 4567633.

Jyothi Vegetarian Restautant: 569-571 Stratford

Road, Sparkhill, Birmingham B11 4LS. Tel: 0121 7667199.

Suruchi Restaurant: Kent Street, Dudley, West Midlands DY31UZ. Tel: 01902 883063

• INDIAN RESTAURANTS:

The Red Mango Restaurant : 157a, New Birmingham

Road, Tividale, Oldbury, B69 1QP. Tel: 0121 5524756

Alok Contemporary Asian Cuisine: 32 Great

Bridge Tipton, DY4 7EW, Tel: 0121 5575152

Major Curry Affair: Imex Business Park, Fisher Street, Dudley

Port, Tipton, DY4 8XE. Tel: 0121 5577889



Cardamom Restaurant: High Street, West Bromwich, B70

9QL. Tel: 0121 5800303

Saffron Restaurant: 909 Wolverhampton Road, Oldbury, B69

4RR. Tel: 0121 5521752

Cinnamon Club: Bentley Way, Walsall, WS2 0BP. Tel: 0121 5686664.

Chef Vijay: 42-43 Bradford Street, Walsall, WS1 3QA Tel: 01922 629 655

Name AddressPremier Travel Inn Wolverhampton Road, Oldbury, B69 2BH, 0121 5523031

Travelodge Wolverhampton Road, Oldbury, B69 2BH, 0871 9846095Express By Holiday Inn Birchley Park, Churchbridge, Oldbury, B69 2BD, 0121 5110000Ward Arms Birmingham Road, Dudley, DY1 4RN, 01384 245700Ridgeacretravel Inn New Gas Street, West Bromwich, B70 0NP, 0121 5534910Village Hotel & LeisureClub

Castlegate Park, Dudley, DY1 4TB, 01384 216600

Days Hotel 144 High Street West Bromwich, B70 6JJ 0121 5258444

Premier Travel Inn 144 High Street, West Bromwich, B70 6JJ, 08708 506340

Comfort Inn &

Norfolk Hotel

265-267 Hagley Road, Birmingham, B16 9NA. 0121 4548071

Silverdale60 Sedgley Road West, Tipton, DY4 8AD, 0121 5575050

Principal HousingCare Ltd

9 Portland Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B16 9HN 01214548709

Lowri Cottage 5 Ravenhurst Drive, Birmingham, B43 7RS, 0121 3576070

Lamp Cottage High Street, Dudley, DY1 1QT, 01384 254129

Taxi service numbers A1 Central and Oldbury cars: 0121 544 7979, 544 4646, 541 2222, 552 9999

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