The History of Highbury Park: From Private Estates to a Public Space for Birmingham
Covering 40 acres, Highbury Park may often be overshadowed by Cannon Hill Park, but it is twice the size and offers a wider range...
The Edgbaston Reservoir: A Haven for Runners and Rowers
The Edgbaston Reservoir, covering 70 acres, is both a local nature reserve and a protected conservation site, featuring predominantly open water. Built by Thomas...
Cannon Hill Park: Birmingham’s Natural Oasis
With the rise of industrialisation in the 19th century, cities across the UK began developing parks as part of the "Garden City" concept. This...