Don’t want to spend Black Friday trawling the internet for great deals? Tesco Mobile brings the bargains to you, so all you have to decide on is what to do with the family instead. Now, we know planning a family outing can get complicated when everyone has different interests and ideas of what’s fun – that’s why we’re working with Tesco Mobile to share our curated list of the best family-friendly experiences in and around Birmingham. From hidden gems to the old faithfuls, there’s something to please everyone in this list of family-friendly fun!
You might have to come to a consensus on what to do at the weekend, but Tesco Mobile really does understand that everyone is different. Their Family Perks benefit allows each member to choose their own free monthly reward—from extra data to Tesco Clubcard points—so the whole family can save while staying connected on their days out, thanks to Tesco Mobile’s 99% network coverage across the UK.
Plan your next family outing in Birmingham.
1. Adventure through the Dudley Canal and Caverns
Descend into subterranean caves more than 428 million years old just a 30-minute drive from Birmingham at the Dudley Canal and Caverns. Hop aboard one of the West Midlands’ most unique boat trips through the region’s Industrial Revolution-era underground canal routes.
Passengers will experience remarkable views of the limestone mines, tunnels, and caverns that constantly extend beneath our feet.
📍The Portal Building, Birmingham New Rd, Dudley DY1 4SB
2. Join the Golden SIM Hunt to unlock mystery prizes
Tesco Mobile x Secret Media are teaming up to give families the brightest Black Friday deals, with none of the usual price hunting. In an exciting activation, Golden SIM Cards will be hidden around Birmingham, with clues dropping on Tesco Mobile’s and Secret Birmingham’s Instagram. You’ll also be able to find the clues on the Golden SIM Hunt site, which is launching on November 17. Get the family together to see who can find one first and scan the QR codes to win big! Each Golden SIM card will unlock mystery prizes, from Fever experiences to the latest phones and tech gadgets.
📍Up to you to uncover!
3. Feast your way through the Chinese Quarter
Go for dinner at the oldest Chinese restaurant in Birmingham, Chung Ying Cantonese. Did we mention it’s also home to the ‘Best Dumplings in the UK’ according to the Golden Chopsticks in 2022?
The restaurant is located in the heart of the city’s Chinese Quarter, boasting dozens of other incredible establishments to visit if you save some room to keep exploring.
📍China Quarter, 16-18 Wrottesley St, Birmingham B5 4RT
4. Indulge in the sweeter things in life at Cadbury World
Enjoy a delicious day of discovery at Birmingham’s Cadbury World. Here, the whole family can learn how their favourite chocolate is made, ride the Cadbury Chocolate Quest to collect all the ingredients necessary to make a Cadbury Dairy Milk bar, and practice piping and tempering chocolate.
It’s the perfect day out for families with sweet tooths!
📍69 Linden Rd, Birmingham B30 1JR
5. Walk Birmingham’s historic Botanical Gardens after dark
See all new designs and light installations at the return of Lumiate at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. This incredible light trail offers synchronized soundscapes, projection mapping and dynamic lasers.
The entire trail will take visitors on an adventure through illuminated tunnels, mirror balls, waterfall effects and more. Find out why over 100 million visitors have come to see it!
📍Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Westbourne Rd, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 3TR