11 summer things everyone in the West Midlands should do this June - from beer gardens to summer markets
With summer just around the corner, we have compiled a list of some of the best things to do in June this year.
June is a fantastic month, underappreciated we would say. Close enough to the summer to be sunny, but still so close to spring as to be welcomingly breezy with a slight drizzle of rain.
So, the question arises: how do you spend a month whose weather is so unpredictable?
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Well, to help you decide, we have compiled a helpful list of the best indoor and outdoor activities across the West Midlands to make the most of the month no matter the weather.
Black Country Living Museum, Dudley
The Black Country Living Museum is always a hit, rain or shine.
With plenty of outdoor and indoor areas, the Living Museum is a great way to explore more than 250 years of history, from the Industrial Revolution to post-war prosperity.
The museum is open between 10am to 5pm Monday to Friday, with tickets available on the website.
Armed Forces Day at Himley Hall
Held at the beautiful Grade II listed Himley Hall and Park, the Armed Forces Day event runs from 11am to 4pm, and offers a range of fun for all the family.
Experience vintage Second World War vehicles, enjoy a 1940s/50s dance lesson or take part in paintball, archery and a rifle range.
The event takes place on June 29, between 11am to 4pm, with more information on the website.
Bescot Market, Walsall
Operating between 9am and 3pm every Sunday, Bescot Market has been the pride of Walsall for the past 35 years.
Featuring a range of indoor and outdoor sellers, the market offers anything from fresh meat products and ladies' fashion to household goods and electricals.
Also at the market are a range of food sellers that offer something for everyone.
Sandwell Valley Country Park
Want a rewarding day out that won't break the bank? Why not try a lovely outdoor walk in the Sandwell Valley Country Park?
The park features 1,800 acres of open countryside to trek around, with plenty of chances to picnic lakeside or spot a wide range of natural wildlife.
Still not tired after walking around Sandwell Valley Park? Then head to Kinver Edge, just four miles from Stourbridge.
Kinver Edge features a wide range of walks, with a local favourite being the 6.4km circular trail.
Trek time is logged at 1.5 hours, so make sure to bring some snacks and plenty of water.
If there are two things that everyone loves, it's animals and castles - Dudley Zoo and Castle has both.
Featuring a mixture of history and nature, Dudley Zoo and Castle hosts a variety of animals, ranging from meerkats to tigers, and also is home to a tonne of history.
What's more, to celebrate Father's Day, dads go free on June 14 and June 15.
Everyone loves Bridgnorth, and what's not to love?
The historic market town in Shropshire is home to a castle, albeit a ruined one, a brilliant bridge, and a unique cliff railway that is a hoot to travel on.
For more information on the range of things to do at Bridgnorth, visit the visitor information website.
Fancy having a drink in a lovely beer garden instead? Well here are our three top pubs that have fantastic beer gardens to enjoy.
The Oakley Arms, Kiddemore Green Road, Brewood
The Red Lion, Amos Lane, Wolverhampton
Codsall Station, Chapel Lane, Codsall
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