Summer is fast approaching, and before you know it the summer holidays will be here.
Of course, there are plenty of places that families across the region hope to visit as the weather gets warmer.
But for many the months between May and September can seem super long, especially as the days are much longer.
If you’re stuck on what to do during this time, don’t worry!
We’ve compiled a list of some of the most quirky places we think are definitely worth visiting.
Whether that’s a fun trip to Birmingham’s Custard Factory where you can take in its artistic feel or taking a trip to a former Shropshire prison where you can go ghost-hunting - whatever you’re into, there is something for you to explore in our region.
Here are 23 quirky places in the West Midlands that should make your summer bucket list:
5. Haden Hill House, Cradley Heath, Sandwell
George Alfred Haden Haden Best inherited the estate in 1878 and work began on his new house soon after, although it was probably 1879 by the time he moved in. George Alfred did not wish to live in the Old Hall next door (pictured above) where he grew up with his sisters, aunt and uncle and decided to build a modern house on the site of an old farmhouse behind the Old Hall. Haden Hill House is furnished in period style and boasts some fantastic original features. There is also plenty to entertain younger visitors too and the museum has a lively programme of events and activities for all ages as well as a popular selection of activities for schools. Haden Old Hall is almost semi-detached to the Victorian house. It is often known as the 'Tudor Hall' but it is neither Tudor or a Hall! | Gordon Griffiths / Front of Haden Hill House / CC BY-SA 2.0
6. Soho House
Soho House was the home of the industrialist and entrepreneur Matthew Boulton from 1766 to 1809. It became a favourite meeting place of the Lunar Society. This group of free thinking scientists and industrialists included Joseph Priestley, Erasmus Darwin, Josiah Wedgwood, James Watt and William Withering.(Photo by Wehwalt/Wikimedia Commons) | Wehwalt/Wikimedia Commons
7. Coffin Works, 13-15 Fleet St, Birmingham B3 1JP
Explore the fascinating world of coffin making at the Coffin Works, where you can see original machinery and learn about the history of this unique trade. | Coffin Works
8. Wolverhampton Arts Centre
A community-focused hub in a historic Victorian school building. | Martyn Greswolde/Express & Star