We have built a close working relationship with a number of local places. Please ask wardens Julie or Chris at the Log Cabin for more information as they often have discount vouchers for local attractions.

Earlswood Craft Centre (just down the road/5 minute walk)
An array of craft units and shops. Learn about the history of the Earlswood area and see a selection of photos from over the years. Activities and crafts for children of all ages and a low-cost shop ideal for little gifts with postcards, tea towels, magnets, pencils etc. Open till 5pm but closed on Mondays. Ask wardens Julie or Chris at the Log Cabin for more information and special offers. Tel: 01564 700382
website: link to follow

Trumans Heath Riding School


Delta Force Paintball Centre


The Reservoir public house and Wacky Warehouse


Earlswood Nurseries


Trittiford Garden Centre


Cadbury World: (approx. 6 miles/12 minutes away)

Birmingham is the home of chocolate - why not visit the masters and see how the worlds greatest chocolate is made (you'll even get to taste some!) A fun, educational multimedia attraction dedicated to the story of Cadbury and chocolate.
Cadbury World has now launched two fantastic new attractions; Essence and Purple Planet.
Linden Road, Bournville, Birmingham B30 2LD

Tel: 0121 451 4159
website: http://www.cadburyworld.co.uk

Grand Prix Karting: (approx. 10 miles/12 minutes away)

Birmingham Wheels Circuit is one of the most famous in the UK, used by race teams and professional drivers, but also accessible to the general public. You can drive these incredible circuits and enjoy a taste of motorsport. The facility features a National Championship Circuit, massive Club Circuit, challenging GP Circuit and dedicated Junior Circuit for the champions of tomorrow. Full race equipment is used, from 120cc Honda powered Junior Karts, to the awesome Biz Honda Competition Pro-Karts. The circuits can accommodate large groups, ranging from the complete novice to professional drivers.

Adderley Road South, Saltley, Birmingham B8 1AD

Tel: 0121 327 7700

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website: http://www.grandprixkarting.co.uk

West Midlands Safari Park: (approx. 15 miles/22 mins)

The 4 mile drive-through Safari, which covers an area of over 100 acres, is home to a variety of, exotic and unusual animals which roam the reserves. There are Buffalo, Elephants, Rhino, Giraffe, Lion, Wallaby, Tiger, Emu, Camel, Zebra, Gnu, Eland, Ankole Cattle, Yak, Przewalski’s Horse, Asian Buffalo, Wolf, Llama and all kinds of Antelope to name but a few!

West Midland Safari Park, Spring Grove, Bewdley, Worcestershire DY12 1LF
Tel: 01299 402114

website: http://www.wmsp.co.uk

National SeaLife Centre: (approx. 8 miles/20 mins away)

A nature center, which displays a variety of marine life in their reconstituted environment. The world’s biggest and most successful aquarium network.

The Waters Edge | Brindleyplace, Birmingham B1 2HL
Tel: 0121 633 4700
website: http://www.sealife.co.uk

Drayton Manor Park: ( approx. 28 miles/40 mins)

Theme Park with rides including Apocolypse - the worlds first stand-up tower drop, Stormforce 10 - with a 180 degree platform that sends boats backwards down an amazing 9 metre drop and many more.

Drayton Manor Park, Staffordshire, B78 3TW

Tel: 08708 725252

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website: http://www.draytonmanor.co.uk

Sherbourne Wharf: (approx. 9 miles/10 mins away)

Explore Birmingham's many scenic waterways by taking a popular sightseeing trip by canal boat from this city wharf.

Sherborne St., Birmingham B16 8DE
Tel: 0121 455 6163

website: http://www.sherbornewharf.co.uk

Gas Street Basin (approx. 9 miles/20 mins away)

An area where several canals meet, which offers canal boats, bars, cafes and restaurants.

Gas St., Birmingham B1 2JT
Tel: 0121 643 2514

Kingsbury Water Park

Star City

The Tolkein Trail

The Bull Ring Shopping Centre