Birmingham by kayak: How to explore the UK’s ‘city of canals’ sustainably. Believe it or not, Birmingham contains more kilometres of canals than Venice or Amsterdam.

No one wants to actually go into the old canals of Birmingham ... Birmingham, england. Contributed to The Globe and Mail. Published February 27, 2017. This article was published more than 8 years ago.

If you live in Birmingham a sightseeing tour of your own city probably isn't top of your weekend schedule. What's left to see of your own city, and besides, sightseeing tours are so touristy. But ...

Fans of hit TV show Peaky Blinders might have noticed the prominence of canals in the show’s backdrop and no wonder, given that Birmingham has a staggering 35 miles of canals – more than Venice.

Birmingham was the hub of England’s industrial revolution. It was choked with pollution. ... One, the Birmingham Canal, twists like a snake, following the contours of the land.

We joined Roundhouse Birmingham for a kayak tour along the canals to find out what makes outdoor adventure so rewarding in the heart of the city. From the mental benefits to the unique views, this ...

Birmingham city guide: Where to eat, drink, shop and stay in the UK’s thriving canal city. Forget everything you thought you knew about Brum – explore this cool, contemporary city with our ...

Boaters gather on a Birmingham canal to urge the government to fund the region's waterways. Skip to content. ... The trust looks after 2,000 miles of waterways across England and Wales, ...

I've walked the canals of the Black Country, I'm not surprised by the findings which shows just how big the region's waterway network is ...