Birmingham’s Christmas market is back for another year and if you’re looking to travel there from Worcester, you might be wondering which public transport is available or where to park if you drive yourself there.
The event brings a variety of stalls to the city this year, including crafts, gifts and food and drink options.
You can visit the Christmas markets until Tuesday, December 24 and this is how you can get there.
How to get to Birmingham Christmas markets
The Christmas market is located in Victoria Square and New Street, according to the Christmas markets’ website.
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If you’ll be taking the car and need somewhere to park, fear not as there are plenty of car parks you can use near the Christmas markets.
To help you find the best car park for you, Parkopedia shares the locations and prices of those available.
If you are driving, check if your vehicle needs to pay a fee to travel to the Birmingham Clean Air Zone as this is where the markets are located.
The event’s organisers advised: “Birmingham city centre will be extremely busy in the run up to Christmas. Please consider leaving the car at home and using public transport, walking or cycling.”
They recommend keeping updated with train travel via the Transport for West Midlands website. The market can be accessed via Birmingham New Street Station or Moor Street Station.
Buses are also available in the city centre – you can check those available via the Birmingham City Council website.
What to expect at Birmingham's Christmas markets
Those going to the event have plenty to look forward to. The organisers explained: “The largest authentic German Christmas market outside of Germany or Austria, Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market offers a large range of traditional goods and gifts and a selection of tempting food and drink.
A brief history of Christmas markets
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“Pretzels, bratwursts, and roasted almonds will tempt your tastebuds, all of which can be washed down with gluhwein, weissbeer (wheat beer), or tasty hot chocolate.
“A great place to meet up with family and friends and enjoy the live music programme on Victoria Square.
“And whilst you’re here why not pick up some presents for your family and friends with everything from handcrafted wooden decorations and delicate glass baubles in the form of the ever-favourite crystal lamps, Sounds of Nature, toys, jewellery and much more besides!”
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