Welcome to Birmingham and Fazeley Canal

Birmingham is a bustling city in the West Midlands of England, known for its industrial heritage and vibrant culture. However, just a few miles outside the city lies a hidden gem - the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal. This 15-mile waterway was built in the late 18th century to transport goods between Birmingham and the Trent and Mersey Canal. Today, it is a popular destination for boaters, walkers, and cyclists, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

The canal passes through some of Staffordshire's most picturesque countryside, including the lush green fields of Drayton Bassett and the tranquil waters of Curdworth. Along the way, visitors can admire the impressive engineering feats of the canal's original builders, including the 13 locks at Curdworth and the stunning aqueduct at Drayton Bassett. The canal is also home to a variety of wildlife, including kingfishers, herons, and otters, making it a haven for nature lovers.

One of the highlights of the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal is the historic village of Fazeley. This charming village is situated at the junction of the canal and the River Tame, and is home to a number of historic buildings, including the Grade II listed St. Paul's Church. Visitors can also explore the Fazeley Junction Heritage Trail, which takes in the village's rich industrial heritage, including the former Fazeley Canal Warehouse and the Fazeley Mill complex. With its quaint streets, friendly locals, and fascinating history, Fazeley is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal.

Local Schools

School	Details
Manor Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Robson	Drayton Lane Drayton Bassett Tamworth Staffordshire B78 3TX 1827213820 School Website
Millfield Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Kelly	Coleshill Street Fazeley Tamworth Staffordshire B78 3RQ 01827213825 School Website
Dosthill Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr David Shakeshaft	High Street Dosthill Tamworth B77 1LQ 1827214930 School Website
Two Gates Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nest Llewelyn-Cook	Tamworth Road Two Gates Tamworth Staffordshire B77 1EN 1827213855
Longwood Primary School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs P James	Allton Avenue Mile Oak Tamworth Staffordshire B78 3NH 01827213970 School Website
Hanburys Farm Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Nicola Gripton	Derwent Off Field Farm Road Belgrave Tamworth Staffordshire B77 2LD 01827214005 School Website
St Gabriels Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr John Hayes	Wilnecote Lane Belgrave Tamworth Staffordshire B77 2LF 01827213910 School Website
Tamworth Enterprise College And Aet Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Gemma Simon	Birds Bush Road Belgrave Tamworth Staffordshire B77 2NE 01827285596 School Website
Bird's Bush Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanne Davies ( Acting Headteacher)	Birds Bush Road Belgrave Tamworth Staffordshire B77 2NE 1827214666 School Website
Wilnecote Junior Academy Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kelly Williams	Smithy Lane Wilnecote Tamworth Staffordshire B77 5LA 1827213875 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Wilnecote Watling Street, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B77 5AL 1.32 Miles

Tamworth Victoria Road, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7JT 2.61 Miles

Polesworth Orchard Close, Polesworth, Staffordshire, B78 1BX 4.25 Miles

Four Oaks Lichfield Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B74 2TD 5.35 Miles

Sutton Coldfield Railway Road, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B73 6AY 5.51 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
South Staffs Chauffeurs 01827 261174 Drayton Lane, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B78 3TR 0.27 Miles
South Staff Chauffeurs 01827 261174 Lingfield Bungalow/Drayton La, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B78 3TR 0.27 Miles
1St Choice Taxis 01827 331155 51 Cringlebrook, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B77 2NQ 1.39 Miles
Bells Taxis And Minibuses 01827 52222 River Dr, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7ND 1.93 Miles
Acorn Taxis 01827 63333 306 Glascote Road, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B77 2AX 2.20 Miles
3Bs Taxis 01827 63636 21A Lichfield Street, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7QD 2.22 Miles
1St Call Taxis 07775 340971 39 Hesleden, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B77 4HR 2.33 Miles
Tamworth Taxis 01827 62222 25A Aldergate, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7DX 2.37 Miles
K Kabs 01827 870000 19 Barlow Court, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B78 2HJ 2.43 Miles
Town And Country Taxis 07770 713016 56 Sycamore Road, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B78 2JB 2.45 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Drayton Bassett Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:15
Old School Dosthill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fazeley Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Dosthill Post Office Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Dosthill Road Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Manor Drive Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sefton Road Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Yenton Close Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Parkfield Crescent No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Manor Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Watling St Two Gates Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Bonehill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Two Gates Post Office Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Middleton Turn No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Park Farm Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Harrison Ps & Partners (Branch)	Fazeley Surgery Albert Road Fazeley Tamworth Staffordshire B78 3QJ
Dosthill Surgery	Cadogan Road Dosthill Tamworth Staffordshire B77 1PQ
Tamworth Locality Network 01283 566333	Sir Robert Peel Hospital Plantation Lane Mile Oak Tamworth B78 3NG
Tamworth Frailty Clinic 01785 854428	Sir Robert Peel Hospital Plantation Lane,Mile Oak Temworth B78 3NG
Wilnecote Surgery	Parson Street Wilnecote Tamworth B77 5BD

Local Stores

Dosthill
69 High Street
Dosthill
Tamworth
Staffordshire
B77 1LG
01827 283534
Store Website
0.93 miles

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SPAR - Exley Neighbourhood Tamworth
Exley Neighbourhood Centre
Field Farm Road
Tamworth
B77 2LA
01827 288005
Store Website
1.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Brook End Veterinary Surgery, Pretorius Family Ltd
Brookend Farm Portleys Lane Drayton Bassett Tamworth Staffordshire B78 2AD 01827 288888 l.pretorius@btinternet.com 0.63 miles

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Oakfield Veterinary Group
The Old Library Hockley Road Wilnecote Tamworth Staffordshire B77 5EF 01827 281284 tamworth@oakfield.net 1.67 miles

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Companion Care (Tamworth) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Ventura Shopping Centre Ventura Park Road, Bonehill Tamworth Staffordshire B78 3HB 01827 317524 tamworth@companioncare.co.uk Website 1.79 miles

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Dunton Veterinary Clinic
Vicarage Hill Farm Vicarage Hill Middleton Tamworth Staffordshire B78 2AT 01675 470322 duntonveterinaryclinic@gmail.com Website 2.11 miles

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Riversmeet Veterinary Centre
27 Lichfield Street Tamworth Staffordshire B79 7QE 01827 63841 Website 2.24 miles
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At Home Veterinary Service
5 St Mary'S Way Tamworth Staffordshire B77 3EY 01827 52677 spotdog40@hotmail.com Website 2.58 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Kingsbury Water Park
Large Area Consisting Of Lakes, Ponds, Open Fields And Woodland Paths, Visitor Centre And Refreshments Available, And Miles Of Dog Walking. 3 Bodymoor Heath Rd Bodymoor Heath Lancashire 2.83 miles

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Pooley Country Park
A Lovely Walk Where You Can Walk Along The Canal And/Or Walk Through The Woods. Dogs Are Fine Off Lead In The Woods But The Canal Path Is Narrow So May Need To Keep Some Dogs On Lead. At The End Enjoy A Nice Drink And Something To Eat At The Cafe Where There Is Outdoor Seating. Unnamed Road Tamworth Lancashire B79 0EB 4.26 miles

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Sutton Park
A 3.1-Mile, Circular Walk, With Three Potential Joining Points. Walk Around A 2,400 Acre National Nature Reserve And One Of The Largest Urban Parks In Europe. B73 6BT 5.76 miles Sutton Park Is Located In Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, West Midlands. There Are Several Entrances To The Park.

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Sutton Park
2400 Acre National Nature Reserve. The Park Has Open Heathland, Woodlands, Seven Lakes, Wetlands, And Marshes - Each With Its Own Rich Variety Of Plants And Wildlife, Some Rarely Seen In The Region. Cattle And Wild Ponies Graze On The Land. Children's Play Area Is Located At Town Gate. The Town Gate Park Rd Lancashire 5.82 miles There Are Alternative Entrances Located In Streetly And Boldmere. During Summer Months A Small Entrance Fee Is Charged To Enter Sutton Park.

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Darnford Park
Darnford Park Situated Either Side Of Darnford Lane, Lichfield, Darnford Park Covers 190,000 Square Metres Of Public Open Space. The Park Was Developed As Part Of The Boley Park Residential Development. Features &Amp; Facilities Free Car Parking At Darnford Lane And Ryknild Street Picnic Benches A Small Enclosed Play Area, Suitable For Over 2S Great For Dog Walking And Nature Walks Dog Bins Benches Darnford Park Is Part Of The 10 Mile Darwin Walk Waste Bins 14 Coppice Grove Lichfield Lancashire WS14 9PR 6.82 miles

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Sutton Park
The Park Has Open Heathland, Woodlands, Seven Lakes, Wetlands, And Marshes - Each With Its Own Rich Variety Of Plants And Wildlife, Some Rarely Seen In The Region. Cattle And Wild Ponies Graze On The Land. Monmouth Drivethe Royal Town Of Sutton Coldfield Birmingham 7.49 miles

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