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Food glorious food. One of life’s greatest pleasures and the one thing we all have in common.

Being home to 10 Michelin-star restaurants (yes, you’ve read that right) and a buzzing street food and independents scene, the West Midlands is the perfect destination to indulge whatever your flavour.

Home to one of the youngest populations in Europe, City of Culture 2021, 2022 Commonwealth Games, vibrant, creative cities and an unbelievable reputation for events and attractions – we are the West Midlands.

Christmas is the perfect excuse to share beautiful memories with your loved ones.

The West Midlands' Christmas calander is bursting with an array of festive events from breakfast with Santa to outdoor ice skating. Continue reading for inspiration on having the perfect family day out this Christmas. 

If this is your first time in the West Midlands here are of some of the sights and experiences that are unique to the city and region. Make sure that before you leave town, you tick a few of this list that are exclusive to the region and its neighbours.

We had arrived in Rugby via train from Birmingham New Street, the journey takes approximately the same time as it does to play one half of the eminent game that this market town gave birth to…