Time is of the essence and we’re all busy. As we’re dashing through Birmingham city centre we’re all looking for the quickest way to get from A to B on foot.
From New Street, Corporation Street and the various squares, Birmingham is well-served by pedestrian -friendly routes. But knowing the quick detours can knock valuable minutes off your journey.
We have compiled a list of the shortest short cuts using the shortest amount of steps.
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PRIMARK
Head straight to the escalators for the short cut
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Primark is a destination for fashionistas seeking bargain-basement clothes. But its second and equally-important purpose is providing us with a valuable shortcut to and from Moor Street Station and beyond.
Enter from the High Street and prepare yourself for an explosion of colours. Head straight towards the escalators.
Down you go and straight out towards Moor Street. It is even signposted !
B&M
B&M in Priory Square
(Image: Birmingham Mail)
Situated in Priory Square or the Oasis Markets, go through the doors and head straight past the shelves. You end up on the Priory Queensway and all the bus routes – result.
Now wait for the bus to arrive!
Spiral staircase
‘Spiral Staircase’ off Smallbrook Queensway
If you take this staircase, you’ll shave minutes off your walk to and from the Birmingham Indoor Markets. The entrance/exit is situated opposite TK Maxx on Smallbrook Queensway.
Go down the stairs and you’ll end up at the markets and Digbeth. Go up the stairs for the opposite way.
House of Fraser
Ok. You are literally saving a few steps but still worth a mention.
If you are heading from Pigeon Park to Corporation Street and want to save seconds, go through the store.
Or just walk around it to make up your 10,000 tally for that day.