Post Style: FUNSEEKERS On the water for a great day out; Mette Andrea Boesgaard recommends exploring the canals of Birmingham.(News)

From: The Birmingham Post (England) | Date: August 25, 1999| Author: Boesgaard, Mette Andrea | Copyright information

Going out for a cup of coffee?

Why not spice up your coffee with a bit of culture, then?

I bet you have never really experienced the waterways of Birmingham. And that cup of coffee can easily be combined with a tour on the canals of the city, as most tour operators serve drinks on board their boats.

Maybe the quality or immediate atmosphere lacks a bit compared to that of the cafes overlooking the canals, but instead you have the chance to learn a ...

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