Brindley Place is a mixed-use development along a canal that offers shops, restaurants, bars, theaters and art galleries. This fun development features 17 acres of mainly low-rise buildings along with 3 public squares. Quite a few different architects were involved in the design, so you'll find an alluring variety of styles.
The whole family can find fun in this area thanks to the numerous restaurants, theaters and shops. Most people spend a good 2 or 3 hours here, but considering how much there is on offer, a trip to Brindley Place can easily turn into an all-day affair.
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Brindley Place highlights
One of the most popular spots in Brindley Place is the Crescent Theater. This multiple-venue theater features 4 different stages: the Main House, Ron Barber Studio, the Bar and Roma's Room. The Main House is the largest, but it only has room for 340 people, so you'll always be in for an intimate theater experience.
You may also want to stop by the Ikon Gallery. This museum of contemporary art offers incredible works made using a wide variety of different mediums and includes paintings, sculptures, photos and unique sound exhibits. The exhibitions are regularly rotated, so you can expect something new on subsequent visits.
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Good to know when visiting Brindley Place
While Brindley Place certainly has plenty to see and do, it's important to remember that most of the buildings are office buildings with nothing to offer travelers other than an appealing exterior aesthetic. The bulk of the shops and restaurants will be centered around the Water's Edge area.
Given Brindley Place's location, you'll find quite a few additional attractions in the area. Across the canal, you can visit the Legoland Discovery Center and the Utilita Arena. Alternately, you can head northeast and reach the tranquil City Center Gardens as well as Centenary Square.
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Brindley Place in Birmingham
Location: 2 Brunswick Street, Brindley Pl, Birmingham B1 2JF, UK
Phone: +44 (0)1216 436866
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