Welcome to Solihull

Solihull lives up to its motto, Town in the Country, by enjoying the best of both worlds. It was born at the crossroads of commerce, it is built on history and it breathes in some of the greenest and most pleasant countryside in England.

Bienvenue, willkommen, benvenuti, bienvenido

Bienvenue á Solihull - une des villes les plus au centre de la Grande Bretagne, un endroit que caractérise un mélange unique de villages ruraux au charme pittoresque, de somptueux magasins de centre ville et d'expositions de renommée internationale.

Willkommen in Solihull - einem Flecken im Herzen Grosßbritanniens, der malerische L ändlichkeit mit den ausgezeichneten Einkaufsmöglichkeiten der Stadt und einem international renommierten Ausstellungszentrum verbindet.

Benvenuti a Solihull - una delle località più centrali della Gran Bretagna e un posto che offre un misto unico di caratteristici paesini di campagna, superba varietà di shopping in centro città e centri espositivi rinomati internazionalmente.

Bienvenido a Solihull - Bienvenido a Solihull - una de las poblaciones de ubicación más céntrica de Gran Bretaña, un lugar que ofrece una combinación única de pintorescos pueblos rurales, excelentes centros comerciales e instalaciones de renombre internacional para ferias y convenciones

So central - the heart of England

Solihull is situated in the geographical centre of the country - marked by a stone cross on Meriden village green and was first recorded c1170 in the Red Book of the Exchequer. The name Solihull derives from Anglo-Saxon and means muddy or soiley hill. The heritage of the town is beautifully preserved in the 15th Century Manor House and mediaeval parish church of St Alphege at the end of the High Street.

So beautiful

With quaint picturesque villages and glorious awarding winning parks and gardens, Solihull is also a Gold Winner in the national Britain in Bloom Awards, evidence of which can be seen everywhere you visit.

So Active

Whether you enjoy cycling, ice skating, golf, swimming, athletics or tennis, Solihull has an excellent array of sports and leisure facilities on offer.

So much shopping

From busy shopping malls to traditional farmers' markets, Solihull offers a whole range of shopping experiences, such as Mell Square Shopping Centre and Touchwood which boasts the only John Lewis store in the West Midlands.

So accessible

Solihull is served by superb road, rail and air links and is home to the world-famous National Exhibition Centre (NEC), which attracts over 4 million visitors each year. It is one of the busiest centres in Europe, staging prestigious shows and exhibitions throughout the year. Just four miles from the heart of the borough, the NEC is located next to Birmingham International Airport and Birmingham International Railway Station.

So busy being successful

The Borough is proud to be the home of Land Rover, Birmingham Business Park, Monkspath Business Park and also Blythe Valley Business Park, which is the Midlands' own 'Silicon Valley' featuring high-tech IT companies.

So European

Solihull is twinned with similar towns in Germany and France, maintaining cultural, recreational and business links. Main-Taunaus-Kreis is in the state of Hesse, to the east of Frankfurt-am-Main (which is twinned with Birmingham). Cholet in France is situated in the Main-et-Loire department of South-West France and is the second largest town in the region.

So historical

Solihull and its surroundings take pride in being the setting for the world famous book The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady by Edith Holden who lived nearby in Olton. Central Library's Heritage and Local History section has a fascinating collection of historical facts, items and photographs of residents, homes, maps and places from days gone by.

Come and see us

The Tourist Information Centre can help you with everything from finding tourist accommodation to arranging a business meeting or conference.

Telephone: 0121 704 6130

Email: tourism@solihull.gov.uk

• Journey and Traffic Info
  Journey planning and traffic and travel information
• Neighbouring Councils
  A list of Solihull's Neighbours. Links to their local government sites.
• Photographs of Solihull
  Pictures and Aerial Photography of Solihull
• Solihull's History
  Solihull is at the heart of England. It is at the heart of history. Roman legions tramped the lands and rested at Meriden. Anglo-Saxons hunted from hills like Elmdon (hill of the elms).
• Understanding Solihull
  Understanding Solihull brings together in one place key information about Solihull. This information is helpful to us when we create new policies and strategies. It is also a starting point for us to measure our performance as a Council.