Things to do for all the family in the Midlands

CADBURY WORLD

Birmingham’s very own chocolate factory is welcoming back sweet-toothed visitors to its Bournville attraction. Pre-book your tickets for timed entry and you can take in the 4D Chocolate Adventure zone and Bournville Experience. Kids will be glad to hear that chocolate legend Freddo makes an appearance at weekends. cadburyworld.co.uk

ALTON TOWERS

You’ll need to book tickets for the legendary theme park in advance – but there’ll be fewer visitors, which means shorter queues than usual. Fans of Peter Rabbit, Gangster Granny and Octonauts will love the exciting rides, and hardcore thrill seekers can try the terrifying roller coaster, The Smiler. altontowers.com

THE DISTILLERY

Birmingham’s canalside hotspot has a spacious terrace that’s the ideal place to relax with drinks and eats. You can now order via an app, so all you need to do is turn up, bag a table and chill out. For families there’s a kids’ menu. thedistillerybirmingham.co.uk

DRAYTON MANOR THEME PARK

If you can’t wait to get back to Thomas Land, The Bounty Pirate Ship and Shockwave, you’ll be thrilled to hear that Drayton Manor is open for family fun once again. Book in advance and check the website for restrictions. draytonmanor.co.uk

RUTLAND WATER

Whether you want to cycle around the water or actually get in there and enjoy some water sports, this gem of a location, near pretty Oakham, is now open for business. Sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and paddleboarding are all on offer, and the mini golf is open again. anglianwaterparks.co.uk/ rutland-water