Worcester and Birmingham Canal, Birmingham

Name: Worcester and Birmingham Canal
Address: Birmingham, United Kingdom

#311 among attractions in Birmingham

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Worcester and Birmingham Canal, Birmingham

Facts and practical information

The Worcester and Birmingham Canal is a canal linking Birmingham and Worcester in England. It starts in Worcester, as an 'offshoot' of the River Severn and ends in Gas Street Basin in Birmingham. It is 29 miles long. There are 58 locks in total on the canal, including the 30 Tardebigge Locks, one of the longest lock flights in Europe. The canal climbs 428 feet from Worcester to Birmingham. ()

Coordinates: 52°28'37"N, 1°54'32"W

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LadywoodBirmingham United Kingdom

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Day trips

Worcester and Birmingham Canal – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Mailbox, National Sea Life Centre, Gas Street Basin, Symphony Hall.

~1080 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Mailbox, Birmingham
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, The Mailbox is an upscale shopping center that epitomizes the city's contemporary allure. This premier shopping destination is housed in a stylishly redeveloped Royal Mail sorting office, which has been transformed into a vibrant hub...
~1220 ftNW
Aquarium, Park, Zoo
National Sea Life Centre, Birmingham
6 min walk • The National Sea Life Centre is an enchanting underwater world located in the heart of Birmingham, United Kingdom. This impressive aquarium is a hub of marine biodiversity, showcasing a vast array of aquatic creatures from around the globe.
~240 ftNW
Canal, Neighbourhood
Gas Street Basin, Birmingham
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, Gas Street Basin stands as a testament to the Industrial Revolution and the city's rich canal heritage. This historic canal basin, once a bustling hub of trade and transport, is now a picturesque spot where the past and present...
~650 ftNW
Nightlife, Music and shows, Concerts and shows
Symphony Hall, Birmingham
4 min walk • Symphony Hall is a 2,262 seat concert venue in Birmingham, England. It was officially opened by the Queen on 12 June 1991, although it had been in use since 15 April 1991.
~1010 ftNE
Memorial, Monuments and statues, Architecture
Hall of Memory, Birmingham
5 min walk • The Hall of Memory is a war memorial in Centenary Square, Birmingham, England, designed by S. N. Cooke and W. N. Twist. Erected 1922–25 by John Barnsley and Son, it commemorates the 12,320 Birmingham citizens who died in World War I.
~850 ftN
Square
Centenary Square, Birmingham
5 min walk • Centenary Square is a public square on the north side of Broad Street in Birmingham, England, named in 1989 to commemorate the centenary of Birmingham achieving city status.
~640 ftN
Monuments and statues
Boulton, Birmingham
4 min walk • Boulton, Watt and Murdoch is a gilded bronze statue depicting Matthew Boulton, James Watt, and William Murdoch by William Bloye, assisted by Raymond Forbes Kings.
~1030 ftN
Large, contemporary building with a cafe
Library of Birmingham, Birmingham
5 min walk • The Library of Birmingham is a public library in Birmingham, England. It is situated on the west side of the city centre at Centenary Square, beside the Birmingham Rep and Baskerville House.
~1110 ftNE
Memorial
Chamberlain Memorial, Birmingham
6 min walk • The Chamberlain Memorial, also known as the Chamberlain Memorial Fountain, is a monument in Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, England, erected in 1880 to commemorate the public service of Joseph Chamberlain, Birmingham businessman, councillor, mayor, Member of Parliament, and statesman.
~120 ftS
Church
Gas Street Studios, Birmingham
1 min walk • Gas Street Studios is a studio complex operated by ITV plc in Birmingham, England. The complex is currently only used by ITV Central for the broadcast of ITV News Central and much of the complex has been sold off for other uses.
~950 ftNE
Dancing, Nightlife
Snobs, Birmingham
5 min walk • Snobs is a nightclub in Birmingham, England. It is located on Smallbrook Queensway at the corner of Hurst Street. The club was founded over forty years ago in 1972, and has been visited by over 2.5 million people during its time.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Worcester and Birmingham Canal?

Nearby attractions include Gas Street Studios, Birmingham (1 min walk), Gas Retort House, Birmingham (1 min walk), Gas Street Basin, Birmingham (2 min walk), Birmingham Canal Navigations, Birmingham (2 min walk).

How to get to Worcester and Birmingham Canal by public transport?

The nearest stations to Worcester and Birmingham Canal:

Tram

Library • Lines: 1 (4 min walk)
Town Hall • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)

Bus

Cambridge St / International Convention Centre • Lines: X8 (6 min walk)
Sheepcote St / Crescent Theatre • Lines: X8 (8 min walk)

Train

Five Ways (12 min walk)
Birmingham New Street (12 min walk)