Free day between matches
A half-day in the city and a long lunch.
- Half-dayCadbury World
- EatBalti Triangle
- FreeBirmingham Museum and Art Gallery.
The Ashes 2027 in Birmingham 2027 in Birmingham: weekend guide and things to do
1 June to 15 September 2027 · ProvisionalBirmingham, United Kingdom
The Ashes 2027 in Birmingham means days in Birmingham with a match or session and plenty of time either side. This guide covers rest days, evenings, family outings and rainy-day backups.
Know before you go
- England host Australia for the Ashes in summer 2027. The ECB confirms which grounds host the five Tests and the dates.
- Tests run five days: plan the free days around the expected finish.
Airport to Edgbaston
Birmingham airport (BHX) is 10 minutes by train from New Street and next to the NEC.
Buses from the city centre or a 30-minute walk.
Public transport directions to Edgbaston
Where to stay by budget
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | New Street station area | Chain hotels. |
| Mid-range | Brindleyplace | Canal-side bars. |
| Splurge | Colmore Row | Grand Victorian hotels. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Premier Inn Birmingham City Centre (New Street)
- Mid-range: Hotel Indigo Birmingham
- Splurge: The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Day plans for the free hours
Built around the usual test week schedule for 1 June to 15 September 2027. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.
Full day out of town
The best use of a two- or three-day gap.
- Full dayWarwick Castle
Before an evening session
Keep it light and close to the venue.
- Easy outingPeaky Blinders tour
- EatDigbeth Dining Club
Family day
Something everyone can do, kids included.
- Family pickStratford-upon-Avon
- FreeLibrary of Birmingham rooftop.
Rainy or very hot day
Indoor backups.
- Rain or heat backupCadbury World.
- Rain or heat backupThinktank.
Evening after the match
Dinner and something after dark.
- After darkBroad Street and Digbeth.
- EatOriginal Patty Men
Family-friendly picks
- National Sea Life Centre.
- Thinktank science museum.
Evening and day-trip tours
After dark
- Broad Street and Digbeth.
4 tours worth booking for The Ashes 2027 in Birmingham
| Tour | Length | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Cadbury World | Half day | Families, Bad weather |
| Peaky Blinders tour | Half day | Night owls |
| Warwick Castle | Full day | Families |
| Stratford-upon-Avon | Full day | Everyone |
Where to eat
Rainy-day backups
- Cadbury World.
- Thinktank.
Getting around on event days
- Trains from New Street; Edgbaston is a short bus ride; Villa Park via Witton station.
- Tap in with a contactless card on buses, trams and most urban trains.
- Book long-distance trains early on the operator app or Trainline: walk-up fares are expensive.
- Uber works in most UK cities; local black cabs are metered.
Day trips from Birmingham
- Warwick: 30 minutes
- Stratford: 50 minutes
Bringing a group?
Corporate hospitality, fan clubs, teams and families travelling together: tell us the dates and group size and we will put together tours, transfers and a group dinner for The Ashes 2027 in Birmingham.
Plan a group tripQuestions people ask
When is The Ashes 2027 in Birmingham 2027?
The next edition is 1 June to 15 September 2027, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.
How do I get from the airport to Edgbaston?
Birmingham airport (BHX) is 10 minutes by train from New Street and next to the NEC. Buses from the city centre or a 30-minute walk.
Where should I stay for The Ashes 2027 in Birmingham?
For most visitors the best base is Brindleyplace: Canal-side bars.
What can we do between sessions at The Ashes 2027 in Birmingham?
Good short outings in Birmingham include Cadbury World, Peaky Blinders tour. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.
What is there for kids and families near The Ashes 2027 in Birmingham?
Family-friendly picks: Cadbury World, Warwick Castle. National Sea Life Centre.
How far is Edgbaston from Birmingham centre?
About 3 km in a straight line. Buses from the city centre or a 30-minute walk.