Cool venues in Birmingham

Cool venues in Birmingham

The 2022 Commonwealth Games, is an international multi-sport event for members of the Commonwealth that is scheduled to be held in Birmingham from 28 July to 8 August 2022.With all eyes on Birmingham during this historical sporting event, we wanted to shine a spotlight on some different and historical venues local to Birmingham that could host your next event. Botanical Gardens Website: Botanical Gardens Nestled within and surrounded by some of the most fascinating and beautifully landscaped gardens in the country, Birmingham Botanical Gardens offers three striking event spaces. Though you’ll feel a million miles from the hustle of the city, this unique venue is located less than two miles from the centre of Birmingham. This venue is ideal for all kinds of events, both corporate and private, and a favourite for weddings. Three event suites offer all the flexibility you could need, each one accessed through one of the beautiful glasshouses. Birmingham Botanical Gardens is located at Westbourne Road , Edgbaston , Birmingham, B15 3TR. Aston Hall Website: Aston Hall Aston Hall is a magnificent Grade I listed Jacobean mansion surrounded by green spaces and yet located just a few miles outside of Birmingham City Centre. This stunning historic house has a variety of spaces that can be hired for weddings, parties, meetings, plus Christmas drinks receptions. No matter what event you are planning, if you’re looking for a venue with the wow factor, then look no further! Aston Hall is located at Trinity Road , Aston , Birmingham ,B6 6JD. Castle Bromwich Website: Castle Bromwich At Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens, they offer a formal English Country Garden without the formalities. Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens...
Six Nations Venues

Six Nations Venues

The Six Nations Round 4 will start from 11 March onwards and the games will kick off first at Cardiff, Rome, Twickenham,  Dublin and Paris. Here are some great venues you could stay at and restaurants to explore near the stadiums. Park House Cardiff Website: Park House Restaurant & Wine Bar Based in the Welsh city centre, Park House is a French inspired restaurant and wine bar. Sourcing local produce and combining with the best French ingredients available. Their main mission is to create dishes that involve texture, flavour, and excitement whilst matching perfectly with their other passion – wine. The Crane Tap Twickenham Website: The Crane Tap Recently open this October just gone, The Crane Tap is located on the banks of the River Crane in Twickenham. It offers all day dining with a homely feel. During the Six Nations The Crane Tap are doing a special promotion with a mouth-watering special Six Nations a la carte menu and brews on tap for watch all the best matches and refuel after an exciting game. Check out their website for more booking information and details.   The Merrion Hotel Dublin Website: The Merrion Hotel The Merrion, located in the heart of Dublin city centre, is the capital’s most luxurious five star hotel which makes it a great place to stay for the games. It offers 142 bedrooms and has advanced guest facilities, including free Wi-Fi, an 18m pool, spa and gym. The Merrion is also home to the 2-star Michelin Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, The Cellar Bar, The Garden Room, and the intimate No. 23 Cocktail Bar. Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel Website: Anantara Palazzo...
Where to watch Wimbledon?

Where to watch Wimbledon?

The British Summertime has finally arrived, which means the sun is out, the Pimms cocktails are flowing and it’s the start of the Wimbledon Championships! We have put together a list of our favourite London spots this summer where you can enjoy all three. This is the next best thing if you are among the unlucky few that don’t have Centre Court front row seats. St Katherine Docks Big Screen Wimbledon Location: 50 St Katharine’s Way, St Katharine’s & Wapping, London E1W 1LA Nearest Tube: Tower Hill Website: www.skdocks.co.uk/whats-on/st-kats-big-screen-presents-wimbledon Who wants to watch the entire Wimbledon Championship live in comfort of deck chairs in a Marina, on a floating pontoon on a giant screen? Surely Everyone? What’s more, there is free entry (but first come first served) so get there early to nab a good spot!  You can bring your own food and soft drinks and have picnic on the Thames – no alcohol is permitted. However, if you’re in the mood for something different, then you’re spoil for choice with all the restaurants and bars along the Marina Bay.   St James Market Secret Wimbledon Screening Location: 1 St James’s Market, London, SW1Y 4AH Nearest Tube: Piccadilly Circus (Exit 3) Website: stjameslondon.co.uk/events/wimbledon2019 No tickets needed as its free admission to this wonderful live screening of the entire Wimbledon Championships, it is first come first served so get there early to get a good spot. Situated along the St James Market with a wide arrange of restaurants and cafes nearby for all your catering.   Brown Hart Gardens Location: Brown Hart Gardens, Duke Street Entrance, North Mayfair, W1K 6JQ Nearest Tube: Bond street...