Attend an international Twenty20 or Test Match at Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham’s favorite cricket pitch and the stronghold of Warwickshire County Cricket Club. Brimming with history, the Edgbaston Cricket Ground held its first Test Match in 1902 and remains a fan favorite for its eclectic atmosphere.
Arrive early on match day to explore the Learning Centre and Museum, which features one of the largest collections of cricketing memorabilia in England. Watch a five-minute film charting the history of the ground and discover an array of interactive installations, including the chance to test your umpiring skills against the professionals.
Cricket fanatics can relive the stories of Birmingham’s excellent sporting venue on a behind-the-scenes tour. Experience the team spirit of the Warwickshire and England changing rooms and practice your batting and bowling at the indoor training center, then follow in the footsteps of the world’s cricketing legends as you stroll onto the famous field.
Getting there
Edgbaston Cricket Ground is five kilometers south of Birmingham city center in Edgbaston. Buses arrive within 30 minutes from the center and stop at Edgbaston Road, Pershore Road and Priory Road, which are all within a few minutes’ walk of the stadium.