Lickey Hills Country Park, Birmingham

A trip to "The Lickeys" has been a popular for generations of Brummies. The park itself, covering 524 acres, is a wonderful mixture of coniferous and deciduous trees, bluebells, marshes and heaths. Furthermore, because of this mix of conditions and plants there is a plethora of wildlife to be seen. Lickey Hills is a great place to learn about natural history and is a favourite day trip for schools. It is also a favourite among mountain bike riders, the highest point of the hills being Beacon Hill which reaches 975 feet. The park includes an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts and a bowling green. There is also a well-equipped visitor centre. Lickey Hills Country Park is situated to the south-west of the city, in the Bromsgrove area. Do call or check out the website as timings vary seasonally.