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Birmingham Christmas Walk
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A Christmas walk through Birmingham from St Philip's Cathedral, past Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market, Great Western Arcade, Piccadilly Arcade, Bullring & Grand Central and St Martin in the Bull Ring, to Bennett's Hill & Waterloo Street.
Along the way
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St Philip's CathedralBegin your festive adventure at this beautiful Baroque cathedral, a peaceful oasis often adorned with subtle Christmas decorations, setting a serene tone for th
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Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas MarketImmerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of the largest authentic German Christmas market outside Germany and Austria.
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Great Western ArcadeStep into this exquisite Victorian arcade, a haven for independent boutiques and local makers.
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Piccadilly ArcadeContinue your shopping quest through the elegant Art Deco Piccadilly Arcade.
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Bullring & Grand CentralExperience the modern festive spectacle of the Bullring, where impressive Christmas lights and decorations illuminate the iconic architecture.
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St Martin in the Bull RingFind a moment of calm at this historic church, the original parish church of Birmingham.
The route
Distance2.6 km
Walking≈ 36 min
Running≈ 16 min
Climb↑ 14 m
RouteCircular
A 2.6 km circular route from Birmingham to walk, run or cycle, with 14 m of climbing.