Glasgow to Edgbaston Cricket Trip with Lake District and Scenic Sightseeing

Day 1: Travel & Arrival

Glasgow to Edgbaston, England on July 2, 2025

11:00am

Travel from Glasgow to Edgbaston

Start the trip with a train or car journey from Glasgow to Edgbaston, Birmingham. The distance is around 260 miles and takes roughly 4-5 hours by train or car. Plan accordingly for comfort breaks.
GBP50-100, 4h0m

4:30pm

Arrive and Settle in Edgbaston

Check-in to accommodation near Edgbaston Cricket Ground and rest before match day.
Varies, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at The Botanist Birmingham

Enjoy a stylish dinner with panoramic views and excellent British cuisine right in the heart of Birmingham city center, open until 11:00pm.
GBP25-40, 1h0m
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Day 2: Cricket & Local Sights

Edgbaston, Birmingham, England on July 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Yorks Café

Start your day with hearty British breakfast fare in a popular local café near the cricket ground, open from 8:00am.
GBP10-15, 1h0m

10:00am

Visit Edgbaston Cricket Ground

Explore the iconic Edgbaston Cricket Ground early, soak in the atmosphere, and get ready for the cricket match. Possibly take a stadium tour if available before the game starts.
GBP20-40, 2h0m

12:00pm

Watch Cricket Match

Enjoy watching the cricket match live at Edgbaston, a premier English cricket venue known for its electric atmosphere.
GBP30-60, 4h0m

4:30pm

Lunch at The High Field

Grab a late lunch or hearty snack at The High Field, a loved gastropub near the stadium serving locally sourced dishes. Open till 5pm.
GBP15-25, 1h0m

6:00pm

Stroll in Cannon Hill Park

Relax post-match with a gentle walk in Cannon Hill Park, a beautiful green space with lovely gardens, boating lake, and art galleries nearby.
Free, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Opus Restaurant

Fine dining to end the day with modern European cuisine at Opus Restaurant in Edgbaston, open till 10:00pm.
GBP35-50, 1h30m
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Day 3: Lake District Visit

Lake District, Cumbria, England on July 4, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Edgbaston

Have an early breakfast at Yorks Café before setting off on the journey north to the Lake District, a scenic trip of about 2.5 to 3 hours.
GBP10-15, 1h0m

9:30am

Travel to Lake District

Drive or take a train north from Birmingham to Windermere or Ambleside in the Lake District, known for its stunning lakes and hills.
GBP40-70, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at The Old Stamp House

Enjoy a traditional Cumbrian lunch in Ambleside at The Old Stamp House, a Michelin-starred restaurant, perfect for a special meal. Open from 12:00pm.
GBP30-45, 1h30m

2:00pm

Boat Trip on Lake Windermere

Take a scenic boat cruise on Lake Windermere, the largest natural lake in England, offering spectacular views of the surrounding fells.
GBP15-20, 1h0m

3:30pm

Walk Around Grasmere

Visit the charming village of Grasmere, famous for its connections to poet William Wordsworth, enjoy quaint shops and local delights like Grasmere gingerbread.
Free, 1h0m

5:00pm

Dinner at Jumble Room

Dinner at Jumble Room in Grasmere, a cozy spot known for eclectic dishes and a warm ambiance. Open till 9:00pm.
GBP20-35, 1h0m

7:00pm

Rest and Overnight Stay

Overnight stay in a local Lake District guesthouse or hotel to relax before next day’s scenic exploration.
GBP80-120, Overnight
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Day 4: Scenic Return

Lake District to Glasgow via Yorkshire Dales on July 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at accommodation

Start with a nourishing breakfast at your guesthouse before checking out for the return journey.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Drive through Yorkshire Dales National Park

Travel south-west through the scenic Yorkshire Dales National Park on your way back to Glasgow. Enjoy short walks and picturesque stops such as Malham Cove or Aysgarth Falls.
Free, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at The Devonshire Fell

Lunch at The Devonshire Fell Inn in Muker, a classic pub offering traditional Yorkshire fare, perfect to refuel. Open from noon.
GBP15-25, 1h0m

2:00pm

Continue journey to Glasgow

Continue the scenic drive back up to Glasgow, which takes approximately 3 hours from Yorkshire Dales.
Fuel costs approx GBP30, 3h0m

5:00pm

Arrive in Glasgow

Return to Glasgow by early evening, concluding your exciting and scenic trip.
Free, End of trip
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