Top sigths of Great Britain
Despite the fact that the exploration of the country started yet during the prehistoric era, there are many wonderful pieces of nature in the country. Kent Country is considered the most picturesque and beautiful part of the UK. Sometimes it is even called “the garden of the United Kingdom”. Another unique nature reserve has appeared near Lake Loch Ness, which is famous because of numerous legends. The largest national park in the country is located in the so called Lakeland. Here travellers will be offered to participate in excursions to the Hebrides and the Orkney Islands, as well as in rides to the “Bird Island” officially known as Bass Rock. … OpenChapters of the guide to Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton for children - what to visit
The most beautiful park in the city, which is sure to please fans of excursions, is David Austin Roses. Its main decoration in the warm season is roses. Besides roses, many other beautiful flowers and ornamental plants are grown here. The park has excellent settings for walking tours. Children will love to watch the butterflies fluttering all over the place, as well as the peacocks strolling through the park. The … Open
Stylish hotels
One of the most outstanding designer hotels in the city is the Mercure Wolverhampton Goldthorn Hotel. Its rooms are decorated in coffee and beige colors and can boast of exquisite designer and contemporary style furniture. Aristocratic carpeting, tall beds with snow-white bed linen, colorful pillows and pieces of historic style décor, all together give the hotel a very delicate and harmonious setting. Mercure … Open
Hotels with history of Wolverhampton
Unique historic hotels are Wolverhampton’s real pride. In the center of the city, next to the Grand Theater, you will find the attractive Britannia Hotel Wolverhampton housed in a renovated building from the Victorian era. During the reconstruction of the building, its beautiful marble floor, wide wooden stairs with carved railings, high ceilings, columns, and arched openings, were preserved. When the rooms … Open
Advices for travellers
1. It's best to exchange currency well in advance of travel. The exchange rate offered by local banks is quite unfavorable, while a large commission is charged for the services. The preference should be given to bills of smaller denomination, as large ones may not be accepted in markets and small shops. 2. Prices in local stores are quite high, even in large supermarkets it will be difficult to find cheaper … Open
Active recreation
Those who want to witness real British horse racing come to Wolverhampton Racecourse. Monmore Green Stadium and Molineux Stadium are perfect for fans of sports, while Light House Media Center, Cineworld Cinema can please cinema buffs. Those who prefer cultural performances to all events will surely appreciate local theaters. These are Grand Theatre, Arena Theatre, and Wolverhampton Civic Hall. Another interesting … Open
Festivals and events in Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton hosts one of the most unusual holidays in the United Kingdom - the Festival of The Dead. It is connected with Halloween and is held at the same time as the famous holiday. But here it acquires a somewhat different sound - thus, dance and acrobatic groups of “skeletons” headed by the so-called “Giant Skull” walk around the city, people paint their faces to look like skeletons, and all this is … Open