The Midlands
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The West Midlands is a busy, friendly county of canals, parks and historic town centres, with Birmingham and Coventry at its heart and the Black Country close by. It is an easy part of the world in which to meet someone new, with good transport in every direction. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in the West Midlands
Three easy places to meet someone new in and around the West Midlands. Check opening times before you go.
The canals of Birmingham
Towpaths around Gas Street Basin and Brindleyplace make an easy, flat walk through the middle of Birmingham city centre. Free to walk, with plenty of seats.
Coventry Cathedral
The ruins of the old cathedral stand beside the modern one in Coventry city centre. Check opening times before you go.
Dudley Castle
A ruined castle on a hilltop in Dudley, with wide views over the Black Country. Check opening times before you go.
Around the West Midlands
Towns and countryside: Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Dudley, Walsall, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, West Bromwich and Halesowen.
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Getting there: Birmingham New Street, Coventry and Wolverhampton stations have fast trains to London Euston, and local lines link the rest of the county. The Midland Metro tram runs between Birmingham and Wolverhampton, and the M5, M6, M42 and M6 Toll are the main roads.
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Questions about dating in the West Midlands
What is a good first date in the West Midlands?
There are plenty of easy options: a walk along the Birmingham canals, a visit to Coventry Cathedral and a view from Dudley Castle. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to the West Midlands?
Birmingham New Street, Coventry and Wolverhampton stations have fast trains to London Euston, and local lines link the rest of the county. The Midland Metro tram runs between Birmingham and Wolverhampton, and the M5, M6, M42 and M6 Toll are the main roads.
Can I join Silver Gay Singles from the West Midlands?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and you can say where you live. Silver Gay Singles covers the whole UK, so you can look at other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in the West Midlands?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Our guide to dating safely has more tips.