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Solihull Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

town in the West Midlands of England

About Solihull

Solihull is often regarded as the 'posh' part of Birmingham even though it isn't in Birmingham. Surrounded by leafy suburbs and expensive mansions, it is home to some of the Midlands' wealthiest. It is the site of the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) and Birmingham Airport, and is also well known for being home of the world-famous vehicle manufacturer Land Rover, whose plant is a couple of miles from the town centre. The Metropolitan Borough of Solihull includes towns and districts of Castle Bromwich, Dorridge, Hampton-in-Arden, Hockley Heath, Knowle, Marston Green, Olton, Shirley, and the small village ofMeriden. In 2021, it was home to 127,000 people.

Top Attractions in Solihull

Explore the best things to see and do in Solihull:

  • Baddesley Clinton
  • Brueton and Malvern Parks
  • Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens
  • Elmdon Park
  • Land Rover Experience – Home of the Legend
  • National Motorcycle Museum
  • Packwood House

Where to Eat in Solihull

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Indian Dream
  • 🍴Touchwood - multiple restaurants

Where to Stay in Solihull

  • 🏨Hampton Manor
  • 🏨The St John's Hotel

Solihull Travel Guide Sections

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