Stag-tastic Adventure: A Day in Walsall
Get ready for some serious fun in Walsall, the ultimate stag do destination!
22 April 2023
Lucie Collins
UK Travel Writer
Walsall, located in the West Midlands of England, offers a fun and lively destination for a stag do. With plenty of pubs, bars, and nightlife options, there's no shortage of entertainment. Additionally, the town is surrounded by beautiful countryside, providing opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and paintballing.
Day trip plan
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- Start off with a hearty breakfast at The Fullbrook Pub this no-frills spot serves up classic English breakfasts and even has a dedicated stag party menu.
- Test your skills at the Rush Trampoline Park, which offers wall-to-wall trampolines, dodgeball, a foam pit, and more.
- For a unique activity, visit the Locksmith's House and Museum, where you can try your hand at traditional lockpicking and see how locks have evolved over the years.
- Take a break and grab some lunch at the Victorian Tea Room, which serves homemade cakes and sandwiches in a charming antique-filled setting.
- Head to the Walsall Arboretum for a relaxing stroll through the gardens, boating on the lake or even mini golf.
- Finally, cap off the day with a pint at The Wheatsheaf, a traditional pub that often has live music and a lively atmosphere.
- Note that while Walsall doesn't have much of a nightlife scene you could always hit a local pub or book a hotel near Birmingham, which is only 8 miles away.
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How to get there
Plane
The best way to get to Walsall by plane is to fly into Birmingham Airport which is approximately 20 miles away. From there, you can take a direct train from Birmingham International Station to Walsall Station which takes around 20 minutes.
Car
If you're driving, the M6 motorway passes by Walsall so it's easily accessible from anywhere in the UK. There are several car parks located in the town centre, including the Saddlers Centre car park and the Crown Wharf Shopping Park car park.
Train
There are several train stations near Walsall, but the best one to use would be Walsall Train Station itself which has direct connections to Birmingham, Wolverhampton, and London. From Birmingham New Street Station, you can take a direct train to Walsall which takes around 20 minutes.
Boat
As Walsall is landlocked, there are no direct boat services to the town. The nearest canal is the Birmingham Canal which runs through nearby Wolverhampton and Birmingham.
Bus
National Express and Megabus both offer direct bus services to Walsall from various cities across the UK. The Walsall Bus Station is located in the town centre and is just a short walk away from the train station.
