It is said that there are more canals in Birmingham than in Venice. The network of canals that connect Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and stretch back past Selly Oak, were once used for heavy industry. Nowadays they make for scenic walks to and from town. The Selly Oak canal entrance is located opposite the train station and depending on which direction

you walk, it can take you all the way into the city centre or past Bourneville and towards Redditch. When walking from Selly Oak to the City Centre, you will notice that the walls, buildings and bridges are completely covered from top to bottom with graffiti. The walk is visually stunning and if you get there for around sunset, the beauty of the area is amplified heavily.