Britain's official guide to canals, rivers and lakes

Wednesday 3rd December 2008

Places to go near Dudley

All aboard a steam-hauled train for a picturesque journey on the Severn Valley Railway. Take a trip back in time visiting picturesque National Trust properties and then admire the canal architecture and pretty scenery at Stourport and Tardebigge.

Local attractions

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A rare survival of 19th century social history. 19th century Birmingham was a bustling, smoky metropolis, swelling …

  • Historic building
  • Museum

Located at the Tipton end of the Dudley Tunnel, this 26-acre museum is focused around an historical recreation of a …

  • Museum
  • Restaurant
  • Cafe
  • Pubs + bars

This spectacular flight of locks is to be found on the Dudley No.1 Canal between Brierley Hill and Dudley. A short …

  • Leisure attraction

This astonishing and very narrow tunnel - over 3,000 yards in length - was completed in 1792. As well as linking the …

  • Historic structure

Gas Street Basin, in the heart of Birmingham city centre, is the heart of Britain's canal network. In days gone by …

  • Leisure attraction

The National Sea Life Centre, beside Old Turn Junction at the heart of Birmingham's canals, is home to a wide …

  • Leisure attraction

The West Midlands premier out-of-town shopping experience is just a short walk from the canal. Offering over 200 …

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A leading theatrical venue since 1913.

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Tree-lined streets, stunning modern architecture and the tranquil Worcester & Birmingham Canal running nearby all …

  • Leisure attraction

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