Cold outside? Here are some of the best things to do indoors across Birmingham and the West Midlands

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From family shows and live music to exhibitions and indoor attractions, there’s plenty to enjoy across Birmingham and the West Midlands when it’s cold outside.

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00:01When the weather turns cold and the forecast looks unsettled, Birmingham and

00:05the West Midlands still have plenty of places where you can enjoy a proper day

00:10outs indoors. Whether you're keeping children entertained, meeting friends or

00:15simply looking for something different to do, these are dependable options that

00:19work whatever the weather is doing. One of the strongest all-round outdoor

00:24attractions in the region is Think Tank Birmingham Science Museum. This is a

00:28venue where you can comfortably spend several hours moving between the

00:31hands-on science galleries, engineering displays and interactive exhibits. From

00:37historic steam engines to modern technology and space science there is

00:41something of interest to every age group. The planetarium offers another layer to

00:46the visit giving you a reason to linger indoors when the weather is cold and

00:50grey. For families the Mini Brum area is especially popular offering younger

00:56children a safe warm space to explore and play. Close by Birmingham Museum and

01:02Art Gallery offers a calmer more reflective experience. Inside you can take your time

01:07moving through galleries filled with fine art, historic objects and world cultures

01:12collections. The museum regularly refreshes its exhibitions which means a

01:17repeat visit rarely feels the same. It's an ideal indoor option if you want

01:22something educational, relaxed and entirely weatherproof. For something more unusual the

01:27Coffin Works in the jewellery quarter provides a fascinating look at Birmingham's

01:32industrial past. This former factory has been preserved exactly as it was when

01:37it closed and guided tours take visitors through original workrooms filled with

01:41machinery, tools and finished products. It tells the story of skilled local

01:46craftsmanship and is especially appealing to adults and older children who enjoy

01:51history and heritage. If you're willing to travel a little further Coventry

01:56Transport Museum is one of the best indoor attractions in the wider region.

02:00The museum is packed with cars, motorbikes and transport displays from across the

02:06decades including iconic British vehicles. Interactive elements and spacious

02:11galleries make it easy to explore at your own pace and it's large enough to

02:16comfortably fill a long afternoon without ever stepping outside. For a

02:22different style of indoor day out Resorts World Birmingham near the NEC offers a

02:26flexible mix of entertainment. Under one roof you can combine outlet shopping with

02:31bowling, arcade games, a cinema and a wide range of places to eat. It works just as

02:36well for families as it does for couples or groups or friends and you can tailor your

02:40visit to the time you have available. From science and art to transport, history,

02:46heritage and indoor leisure Birmingham and the West Midlands offers plenty of

02:50ways to escape the cold. Whatever you choose to do we do hope that you do have an

02:56absolutely lovely time.

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