Hi Ladies, I may have some suggestions for hotels in Birmingham for those that may need some. I live not far from central Birmingham so I guess i can give you an idea of whats what. There are a few hotels in the city centre not far from The Bullring and within walking distant from the train station and coach station that are affordable and clean. The Ramada in the Mailbox, Express by Holiday Inn on Lionel St, Holiday Inn on Smallbrook Queensway, The Ibis on Ladywalk in Birmingham, very central and in the middle of everything. It does get busy in the evenings in the surrounding area but the hotel is safe and clean and if you book in advance you get some real good deals. Then there is also Nitenite on Holiday St and Etap but try and avoid The Travelodge on Broad St if you can. The places I've mentioned all have websites but if you need more details feel free to contact me and if I can give first hand info on anything I'll be glad to, especially if anyone finds it all useful. Night Ladies!