Alvechurch Marina in Worcestershire

Address | Scarfield Road, Alvechurch, Worcestershire. B48 7SQ

From Alvechurch you can visit the Black Country Museum, Cadbury's world, Warwick castle, Drayton Manor Theme Park and the Tamworth Snowdome.

Black Country Museum - See the historic building brought to life and meet the characters who lived and worked in bygone times, there will be a warm welcome awaiting you at the Bottle and Glass where you can try a traditional pint of Black Country Real Ale.

Cadburys World - At the world famous chocolate factory take a tour and see the your favourite chocolate being made, visit the museum and learn the history of chocolate from the Aztec's to present day.

Warwick Castle - Be a guest at a house party hosted by Daisy, Countess of Warwick meet Daisy and her friends preparing for their party, visit the dungeons or enter the labyrinth of lost soles.

Drayton Manor - Packed with great rides and set in 280 acres of parkland it features some of Europe's wettest and scariest rides including The Shockwave, a stand up roller-coaster, Apocalypse and Pandemonium a ride to turn your world upside down.

The Snow Dome - Have really great fun on real snow have a skiing or snowboarding lesson and let the children play in the children's play-area or on the mini ice rink

Canal

  • Worcester and Birmingham

Info

  • Local accommodation : Please check www.hotelshopuk.com or www.laterooms.com for special rates.
  • Taxis : Hyde Cars - Tel: 01527 65319 or 07774 857574
    Gold and Black Cars - Tel: 01527 570707 or 01527 570527
  • Groceries : A selection of essential provisions is stocked at the marina shop and there is a small convenience store in Alvechurch village (a short walk from the marina).

    The nearest supermarket is Sainsburys on the A441 at the north edge of Redditch (10 minutes by car). Tescos will deliver (visit www.tesco.com, 0845 6779119).
  • Bike Hire : Cycle One Stop - Coventry 02476 550070 - Website www.cycleonestop.co.uk/

    The Traditional Cycle Shop - Stratford Upon Avon 01789 290703 - Website www.traditionalcycleshop.co.uk