AREA LOKAL

The Ultimate Snow, Ice & Leisure Experience. The SnowDome is the place to have fun… really great fun, on real snow all year round. Whether it be with your family, friends or work colleagues, there’s more fun to be had at the SnowDome than you would think. Try the lastest in ten pin bowling at Strikers. A must to see is the Arboretum near Alrewas, Lichfield. A very moving experience.

Newly renovated Tamworth Castle rises impressively from the banks of the River Tame, a 10-minute walk from Holiday Inn Express Tamworth. Explore the 12th-century gate tower and peer into the gloomy dungeon. The Tudor chambers are said to be haunted by the 'White Lady'. Alrewas Memorial Arboretum is only 25 minutes drive away.

Get active on real snow at Tamworth SnowDome next door to the hotel. Slide downhill and over jumps on snowboards and skis, and have a go at nerve-wracking high-speed tubing. Children can build snowmen in the snow-play area. Enjoy keeping fit and swimming. Experience Venture Park Shopping experience. All the major stores John Lewis, Marks & Spencers, Next etc

Direct trains link Tamworth station, 1.5 miles from the hotel, to Birmingham city centre in 25 minutes. We are also just 12 miles from Birmingham NEC for conferences, exhibitions and big-name international rock and pop concerts. We are conveniently located to all major department stores, just a walk away.

• Lichfield Memorial Arboretum