Leisure in Birmingham: Discover the most outstanding options

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I’ve done a few escape rooms before, so I was really excited to see Escape Hunt right next to the hotel I was staying at.

I stopped by late in the evening, and the only game available was Excalibur, which Keith recommended. I’m glad he did…it was exciting, entertaining, and perfectly mind challenging.

Keith was fantastic throughout. He was professional, friendly, engaging, and his hints were spot on (sorry Keith for ringing the bell so many times!). He honestly made the whole experience even better.

If I could, I’d give this place 10 out of 5 stars. Highly recommended, and I’ll definitely be back to try the other rooms!

We visited the Birmingham branch to try the Aladdin-themed escape room, and it did not disappoint! Our group of five, which included two children aged 10 and 12, had a brilliant time. The room was just the right level of challenging—engaging and thought-provoking, without being impossible. Our kids had a blast, and loved it. A shout-out to Jaycee, who really went above and beyond to make our experience memorable. His enthusiasm and fun nature made the experience even more enjoyable, and we couldn’t have asked for a better host. Highly recommend!

Not the first time we’ve visited, done all the rooms now apart from two of the new ones, Jamie got us all sorted and booked for an hour of mind games and Sanchez served us with a few drinks, every staff member I’ve come across at the location have been INCREDIBLE from start to finish. Sanchez guided us to our room and explained the back story for it, they’re just amazing at their job .. they get you really into the whole theme of the room you are about to enter, the help you get when your in the room is brilliant too because they really take their roles seriously! Always a pleasure to visit this location the staff is top tier! See you guys soon to try out Dracula ‍♀️ always a laugh when visiting here!

Jay was amazing, we came late around 9pm on the off chance of doing the doctor who escape room, luckily he got us in and was super enthusiastic and even helped us settle an argument of who was the best doctor! The experience was super fun and Jay was deffo a major factor in this! Thank you Jay! And he even helped out with the photos after!

Fantastic game! We did the Eye of the Sun God room and escaped! Great story and very immersive. Really well planned out and very detailed. Would definitely recommend! Great puzzle masters Sanchez and Tamara! Very friendly and helpful! Will definitely be going back.

Fantastic experience. Probably two of most inexperienced escapees but still had a blast. We would recommend the The Eye of the Sun God as it’s one of the easier rooms! Big shout out to Jay and Keith – two fantastic hosts that really immerse you in the experience! Couldn’t have made our impromptu date night any better!

Amazing place ! Staff couldn’t do enough! So helpful respectful and kind! They helped with the surprise for my husbands party – shriya, Ali and Awais are wonderful! Thank you so much for a wonderful time making our family special memories and FUN! A time to remember, a place we highly recommend!

Booked a basic pool table room. The room was too small in comparison to the table couldn’t fully extend cues to play on the left and right sides of the table. Ruined the experience. Also no chalks. Cues have rubber tips. Not comfy for accuracy. I believe the larger rooms are better, although costly.

We had a fantastic experience at The Executive Lounge The manager and a lovely lady named Ruby were incredibly kind and welcoming. Their service was top-notch — friendly, helpful, and made us feel right at home. I would definitely give their service a 10/10. I’m really looking forward to coming back again with my family. Highly recommended!

If you want a good game of snooker then avoid this place at all costs. The table had food crumbs on it, the snooker table carpet has tears and lumps, some of it had been stitched together because it was ripped so you couldn’t play a decent game here. Some of the cues were bent and were bad quality, you take a shot and the end of the cue would wobble like a spring. The carpet floor has chewing gum stuck to it and there were fries on the floor. Bin was overflowing with takeaway containers and bags. Hygiene was really poor. The private room was not cleaned beforehand we used it, I think they just sprayed air freshener before we went in. Even the snooker balls had stains on them. Chairs were old and had stains on them too.

Truly is an Executive Lounge! 10/10 service! Rooms were clean, and the staff were amazing! Allowed us to change rooms with ease. Highly recommended!

The girl working here was incredibly rude and unprofessional. She spent the whole time on her phone, didn’t smile, and looked completely uninterested in helping. From the way she’s used as more of a marketing tool on social media than an actual employee, it just comes across as embarrassing. She definitely didn’t give off any “girls’ girl” energy either. The concept of this place is good, but staff like her ruin the experience.

Amazing experience!
The staff were incredibly nice and welcoming. We had some issues with our Groupon code, but the guy who helped us was super chill and sorted it out without any hassle. Everyone was so kind, it really made me want to come back again. Highly recommend!

I had the most incredible experience at the Lush Spa in Birmingham hands down the best spa treatment I’ve ever had (and I’ve been to many spas all over the world!). Lydia was absolutely amazing, so kind, warm, and welcoming. From the moment I arrived, I felt completely at ease.

The entire team were just as lovely, genuinely kind, knowledgeable, and passionate about what they do. It was so refreshing to be in a spa where you’re treated like more than just a client!

The treatment itself was perfection, and the spa space was beautiful, spotless, and so calming. Even the little touches. like the refreshments after were so thoughtful and really added to the experience.

A huge thank you to Lydia and Sandra for making my visit so special. I would 100% recommend the Lush Spa Birmingham to anyone, it’s a real gem and the perfect spot to make a day out with lunch and shopping!

My fiance bought me the virgin experience for two, so I took my friend for a much needed break. We went in excited and left basically floating after the sea themed 30 minute session! Krystel and Sandra were lovely going through everything and checking on us all the way through! We’ll definitely be coming again’

I had the most incredible experience with The Spell treatment at Lush. I want to express my heartfelt thanks to Sam, who made the entire session feel truly magical.

This was more than just a physical treatment it felt deeply spiritual. Sam’s soothing voice, the way he explained everything so gently and calmly, and his phenomenal touch during the massage all made me feel completely relaxed and cared for.

The music that surrounded the room completed the experience — it was like being transported to another world.

It was so amazing, I honestly feel like a part of my soul was healed.
Thank you, Sam, for such a beautiful, unforgettable experience.

Delighted with my visit to the Lush Spa. I walked out feeling rejuvenated and very relaxed. Living with chronic pain and muscle tightness can be tough, finding ways to relieve that pain can be even harder. I will definitely be coming back for another massage, I will be trying a more targeted approach to the lumps and bumps. Massive thank you to Becca for making me feel so at ease and explaining every step of the way.

Had a fantastic spa treatment at the Birmingham store yesterday. The Birmingham Lush store was recommended to me by one of the staff at the Northampton Lush store. I opted for The Spell, because the treatment was focused primarily on the feet, and included a scalp massage also. The whole experience was incredibly relaxing. Sam was very friendly and explained how the Spell treatment worked, going over which products they would be using in the treatment as well. As said, the whole experience and the treatment itself were incredibly relaxing. I would certainly recommend this treatment if you enjoy foot/scalp massages; or if you have a specific worry that you want to “cast away”. The massages Sam did were superb – I must have dozed off multiple times throughout the treatment! 100% would recommend.

I had an incredible experience at Lush thanks to Nadia! She gave a really brilliant foot massages —attentive, relaxing, and truly professional. Her care and attention to detail made the whole visit amazing. Highly recommend her if you’re visiting Lush.

Had THE most incredible Synesthesia full body massage with Sandra. I’ve been fortunate enough to have visited twice now and had her for my fresh facial and this massage.

She is the most incredibly compassionate, knowledgeable and wonderful lady. Really makes the whole experience feel just magical.

Now I know there’s 12 options for this massage, each being bespoke to a word of affirmation, I will be having them all over a period of time. Today I chose ‘Hope’.

The extra gift of Sleepy shower gel for my birthday was a really wonderful touch. Thank you! Next time, I will be asking for Sandra by name ❤️

Really great theatre.
Plenty of toilets, so queues move quickly.
Lots of space front of house while waiting to go in.
Comfy seating, and leg room not too bad.
Had an incredible view from row B of the circle.
Very expensive though compared to other non-London theatres.

Ive been going here since I was little (in the 80’s!). It is one of the best theatres we have ever been too. Staff ate friendly, welcoming and accommodating. The lobby is nicely laid out and easy to navigate. Ordering and getting pre-theatre and interval drinks is straightforward.

I am a wheelchair user so had to make contact in advance of my booking to check various details. Staff were always very helpful accommodating.

The only downside I would add, is that in the auditorium the material on the seats in a bit rough (especially on bare legs or tights), and the seats are too tightly packed in, so there isn’t any leg room (less than an aeroplane!). So it feels very cramped in. Not enough to put me off, but I really do hope they can do something about it at some point soon.

Not what was planned as should’ve had a concert in the BP arena. So had to find something else to see. Not a bad little. Drinks bit overpriced. Staff really friendly and helpful. 1st time of visiting the venue. Will definitely be back

We watched The Nutcracker and later the Cinderella ballet here. It is a well maintained, organised venue. The cast was fantastic both times! We were very impressed with the performance and the decor each time. Definitely going back for other shows in the future.

A great experience. Beautiful theatre with comfortable seats. Nice lounge areas. Great bars and not too expensive either. Just saw Mary Poppins and it was amazing. Great sound with a good mix. Michael Xavier as Mr. Banks was the star of the show!!

Great venue for theatrical performances. We have attended many performances here. Delightful staff and great seating. The location is perfect in the heart of Birmingham. There is great, convenient parking and many, many super interesting places to eat. There is a fabulous atmosphere all around the venue.

Practically Perfect in Every Way – A Jolly Holiday at the Birmingham Hippodrome!

For my delightful mother-in-law’s 87th birthday, we took a most enchanting outing to the Birmingham Hippodrome to see Mary Poppins – and what a supercalifragilisticexpialidocious evening it was!

Parking was no trouble at all, thanks to the conveniently located Palisades car park. I simply dropped my dear wife at the front door, zipped off, and was back quicker than you can say “spit spot!” – well, about ten minutes, but who’s counting?

The bar area, while most pleasant in décor and atmosphere, was a tad short on perches for the weary. A glass of wine will set you back £10, but as they say, a spoonful of spending helps the evening go down – and one can take their tipple into the theatre, which is rather civilised.

Our seats were in the middle circle – and oh, what a view! Thanks to the steepness of the seating, every chimney sweep and kite-flying moment was perfectly visible. It truly made for a marvellous vantage point, though the climb did prove a bit of a challenge for my dear mother-in-law. Those steps are quite the workout, even for someone not yet into their late eighties.

As for the performance itself – it was practically perfect in every way! The cast, the music, the staging – all simply superb. Mary flew, Bert danced on the ceiling, and the magic never stopped. A tip-top production that left us all humming on the way home.

All in all, the evening was a five-star experience, and a most magical way to celebrate a special birthday. If you’ve the chance to go, don’t delay – snap up a ticket before the wind changes!

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Attended Man in the Mirror at Symphony Hall and had a fantastic experience. The venue was spotless, the seats were comfortable with a great view and the staff were incredibly friendly and accessible, which made the evening even more enjoyable.

The show itself was exceptional, a true celebration of Michael Jackson’s music. From Bad and Black or White to Thriller and of course Man in the Mirror, every performance had the audience on their feet.

Highly recommend for any MJ fan or anyone who enjoys an outstanding live show!

I recently attended their sports-themed concert and was absolutely blown away. The energy, the atmosphere, and the creativity of blending classical music with sports anthems were truly outstanding. The orchestra was phenomenal, bringing to life the excitement and passion of the sporting world through music.

The venue itself is stunning, with excellent acoustics and comfortable seating. Staff were friendly and helpful, making the entire evening even more enjoyable. I loved how they incorporated the theme throughout the show, from the music selections to the visual effects, creating a truly immersive experience.

If you’re a sports fan, a music lover, or just looking for a unique night out, I highly recommend checking out Symphony Hall’s sports-themed concert. It’s an unforgettable way to celebrate both sports and the arts!

Another fabulous visit to the symphony for a Fri night Kim Wilde and her band supported by Cutting Crew. We sat lower circle left ledge just in front of stage (seats 11&12), great view. Bar and toilets a short stroll. Staff checking tickets and guiding you to your seats were great as usual. No fuss quick entry. Comfortable stand alone seats. Easy parking at nearby Mail box with Q Park and safe walk along canal with eateries and bars in Brindley Place.

Absolutely breathtaking hall with beautiful interior decor and greet facilities for the audiences. Great customer service and amazing venue . Loved it ..

First time at this venue and was amazed at the interior space, it’s huge and quite futuristic. The actual concert hall has excellent acoustics which is the most important thing for me. No standing, but virtually everyone stood up for the main band. We sat on a balcony so had an excellent view of the stage.
Gentle ramps everywhere, easy access to toilets so very disabled friendly, the bar has a dedicated counter so people with mobility issues don’t have to queue, a very welcome feature. The Staff are friendly and polite.
Limited free bookable disabled parking in a secure gated area with level access into the venue. This is adjacent to the canal and short distance from the Black Sabbath bridge. We would definitely go there again.

Very impressive venue in the heart of Birmingham.Tonight we had the pleasure of seeing Gregory Porter and his band of wonderful musicians.
Symphony Hall is a great venue with excellent sound and great atmosphere, didn’t appear to be a bad seat in the arena.
We cannot praise the staff highly enough, so very friendly and extremely helpful.
Will definitely return very soon.
Highly Recommend

Went to watch Kim Wilde in the Symphony hall, Access to the hall was very easy, once inside and in the correct zone we were shown to our seats. The view was very good especially as we were in the back row of the balcony. Sound quality was good too, seats were comfortable. Getting out was easy as well. Getting to and from the venue, from the city centre, is just a tram ride away, the stop you need is The Library. So would I go back again Yes I would, great venue.

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We did the Fun House escape room at Exciting Games Birmingham and had such an amazing experience! From the start, the lady who looked after us was absolutely brilliant – so friendly, thorough, and explained everything really well. She gave us just the right amount of help when we asked, and was such a pleasant host throughout.

The game itself was so much fun – clever puzzles, great atmosphere, and it kept us thinking right until the end. The location is also super convenient, only about a 4-minute walk from the train station.

We had such a fantastic time and will definitely be back to try another room! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun day out in Birmingham.

Such a fun escape room! The puzzles were clever and the room design was awesome. Big thanks to Jake for being an amazing game master—super friendly and made the whole experience even better. Can’t wait to come back!

Our experience at the Fun House escape room was truly amazing. The staff was very friendly. We successfully completed the game. I would certainly recommend returning.

Had an amazing time at the escape room! It was super intense and scary in the best way. Big shoutout to Jada she was such a great host/ghost! Super friendly, clear with the instructions, and really added to the whole experience. Made everything more fun and smooth. Would definitely come back again! ️‍♀️ ️

Came for the fun house escape room with my partner for a date. Connor hosted our game and was so friendly! He explained everything and made sure our experience was a good one! Will definitely be back 🙂 THANK YOU!

This was my first time here and it was an amazing experience. The props were great quality and added to the experience. The puzzles were well thought out and were not too easy but not too difficult either.

Jada, our host, explained everything clearly, nudged us in the right direction and overall made the experience better. Would definitely recommend this place to everyone and will be coming back to try the other themes!

We booked Fun House & it was such a good escape room – we needed a few hints to get there but we made it – lots of detail in the rooms and lots of puzzles to solve – not easy at all! The horror element was great – a few solid jump scares! Alicia was a great host – would definitely recommend & will be returning to try the other rooms!

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What a beautiful evening, Friday night with free upgrades on bottomless brunch!

We had a lovely amazing server called Gabriel who brought the vibes and such a lovely atmosphere when taking out orders and serving drinks. Really wid we could have hiven him a complimentary drink but he was so professional! He really made our evening! Friendly face and amazing personality!

We were also sat to our table by Anges who was very welcoming and accommodating! We will definitely be returning! The food and service was amazing! Just what I needed for a Friday night after a long week!

Greesh is the best waiter ever! Very accommodating, kind and attentive to our needs and concerns. She deserves a pay rise or promotion. Excellent customer service!

Great bar, loads of character and very popular too
Seating available but get there early as you’ll struggle to grab seats if you want them.
Good music, chilled atmosphere.

Bar can be busy, but the service is quick and efficient too.

Weronica was AMAZING.
No like literally, so helpful with recommendations as it was our first time there, and everything she recommended was top tier, checked on us multiple times and always smiling, will definitely be coming back.

Thank you for shaping our experience and making it turn out so well weronica!!

Not a bad place to be down by the canal. Easygoing chillout spot. The service was quick, friendly and attentive. While we only ordered a couple of sides to nibble on, they were well made. Tripe cooked chips and beer battered onion rings were golden and crispy.

I had such a bad experience yesterday at Zinc, at Rosies last night. I went out to have a drink opposite Rosies and wanted to go back to Zinc as my kizomba social usually finishes at 4 am. It was exactly 3.04 and the bouncer told me I’m not allowed to go it anymore. I asked why and he said it’s bar’s policy. I had to ask a friend to take my stuff with them as I wasn’t even allowed to get my stuff back. He was rude and raised his voice at me as I was just trying to resonate with him. Not a good night unfortunately

The bouncers were completely untrained in their approach to “safety” Having an adult grab a young girl by the throat isnt a great look on you rosies. Was watching some people get kicked out at around 3am and it escalated very fast and security got physical very quickly.

SCAM!!!!

Given a promotion voucher for £4 entry, got there and charged £10!!!! to get in because ‘the vouchers aren’t working’

Absolute scam targeting vulnerable young people out drinking, got to be illegal / definitely dodgy!

Beware if you’re using vouchers from people off the street to get in – also poor workers expecting commission but getting nothing if their vouchers aren’t being used??

AVOID…

I’ve been coming to this club for years and always make a point of saying hello to the security staff on my way in. Unfortunately, my recent experience has completely changed the way I see this place.
While waiting in line, one of the security guards asked who I was with. I explained that my friends were already inside, but he told me there was no solo entry and said I’d have to leave. I tried to clarify again, but he ignored me. When I said “yo excuse me,” he snapped back, telling me not to speak to him like that.

At that point, another staff member who usually stands out front stepped in. Instead of trying to resolve the situation, he repeatedly told me that if I didn’t like what the security guard said, I should just go somewhere else. The way he spoke came across as dismissive, like he wasn’t interested in hearing me out at all.
What really stood out was how he kept smiling while speaking to me, as if he found the situation amusing. Then he started looking at me like I was the problem, speaking down to me in a way that felt very condescending and looking at me like I was crazy.

When I asked him about it and why hes smiling, he simply said “that’s how I speak to people.” I told him directly that if that’s how he speaks to people, then he’s not representing the establishment well
For me, the issue isn’t just the no solo entry policy it’s the way it was handled. Instead of showing any professionalism or respect, I was spoken down to and dismissed you could tell he couldn’t even be bothered to speak to me, as though my respect and loyalty to the club meant nothing. And everytime I tried to come to a understanding he kept telling me if i got problems with the security guard go somewhere else. So that’s exactly what I’ll do

The funny thing is ive had numerous conversations with this guy over the years at the club and been respectful but its clear respect means nothing to the people at rosies they care more about having a security guards back then trying to understand and speak to there customers who support the business absolute shame

Be careful as they’re the kind of security guards that will protect eachother even if they are wrong they could careless about the paying customer

I’ve supported this place for years, brought countless friends, and promoted it heavily to others. But after being treated in such a disrespectful and unprofessional way, I no longer feel welcome. Sadly I won’t be returning.

If there was an option for zero stars, this place would deserve even less.
My night at this so-called “nightclub” was nothing short of appalling. From the moment we arrived, we were met with the most unprofessional, arrogant, and downright hostile staff I’ve ever encountered.
The doormen behaved like power-tripping security guards at a prison gate—condescending, cold, and completely full of themselves. They acted as if letting people in was some kind of exclusive privilege they were bestowing upon the unworthy masses. When we approached, they barely looked at us, muttering snide comments under their breath, laughing amongst themselves like a bunch of high school bullies on a power trip.

We came dressed properly, excited for a night out, and had already paid £30 each for entry. But the staff made it clear we weren’t welcome. No explanation. No reasoning. Just the most dismissive and infuriating response: “It’s just how it is tonight.”
That’s not a policy—that’s an insult.

When we tried to get clarification, we were talked over, mocked, and ignored. One staff member even rolled his eyes and walked away mid-conversation like we were beneath him. The attitude was so disgusting, I honestly can’t remember the last time I felt so deliberately disrespected in a place that calls itself a business.

This wasn’t just bad service—it was blatant arrogance, unprofessionalism, and a complete lack of human decency. It was like they took pride in ruining people’s nights.

Avoid this place at all costs. There are hundreds of better venues where you’re actually treated like a paying customer instead of a nuisance. I will never set foot near this joke of a nightclub again, and I strongly advise anyone with self-respect to do the same

We all (12) had the most amazing time at Rosie’s. We booked our VIP area for the afternoon disco and were very well looked after by the amazing team of staff. Thank you for a fantastic day.

It was a really good show from the Dreamboys. And they were all nice and were respectful of boundaries especially that I was not that very comfortable since I wasn’t used to that kind of show. But my friends and I had a blast. Special mention to Chambers for being extra kind and polite. Thank you!

We had an amazing time in Room 13! Stuart was very friendly and roleplayed excellently while we were in the room, it really added to the experience. The room was very atmospheric and the puzzles were fun but challenging. We didn’t quite finish but Stuart explained the remaining parts of the room which was fascinating. Great experience!

Just completed Dr Watson’s Office and absolutely loved it. Had to ask for 3 clues but still feeling pretty chuffed. Stuart was fab and stayed in character throughout the clues. Such great fun! Highly recommended.

Great detective escape room! The puzzles were fun and challenging, and the whole setup felt like a real mystery. Huge thanks to Steward — he was super helpful and made the experience even better. Highly recommend!

Had a great time here for my mum’s hen do! Package was great with drinks beforehand, and the casino room was great because we were guaranteed to escape, just a question of with how much money! Lovely staff and a great room – one of my favourites and I’ve probably done 30+ escape rooms.

Very fun escape room! We did the Casino room and it was challenging but so satisfying when we figured out puzzles! Mark was a fantastic host. Would absolutely go again.

We had a fantastic time doing the Dr Watson room for our first escape room! Jay and Stuart were friendly, helpful, and made us feel really welcome. Even though we didn’t escape, we had so much fun. Thanks again to Jay and Stuart! Would recommend, definitely coming here again!

It was a blast! I did room 13 with some friends and had a great time. Nicola was our games master and made the experience not only welcoming and fun and also quite scary. Highly recommend!

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Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery is truly a gem in the heart of the city. The building itself is stunning, blending history and architecture beautifully. Inside, the galleries are well-curated with a wonderful variety of exhibitions, from classical art to fascinating historical collections. Everything is laid out thoughtfully, making it easy to explore and enjoy at your own pace.

The atmosphere is calm and inspiring, perfect for spending a few hours appreciating culture and history. The staff are welcoming and knowledgeable, always ready to guide or answer questions, which really adds to the overall experience. The museum is also very well maintained, with clean facilities and comfortable spaces to sit and take it all in.

What I loved most was how the museum offers something for everyone – whether you’re interested in art, history, or just looking for a peaceful and enriching day out. It’s a place that makes you appreciate the heritage of Birmingham while also connecting you with global culture.

A must-visit for anyone in the city!