Birmingham vs Coventry vs the Black Country: Choosing Your West Midlands Base
I split my time between Birmingham, Coventry and the Black Country. Here is how each worked as a base for nightlife, heritage, families and events.
West Midlands
West Midlands is a diverse region in central England known for major cities, industrial heritage, canals, historic towns, cultural attractions, countryside escapes, and destinations such as Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Stratford-upon-Avon, and the Black Country.
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