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Akamba Garden Centre

Tythe Barn Lane | Shirley, B90 1PH, England
0121 733 3111
Ranked #2 of 7 attractions in Solihull
4.5 of 5 stars 27 Reviews
Type: Gardens
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Birmingham, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

My family and i went to celebrate a up and comeing wedding, we all had a brilliant night. The staff are friendly the food is to die for and the overall atmosphere is great. Would reccomend Akamba to anyone who has not been there. If you dont go you are missing out on a truely amazing experience. More

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Solihull, UK
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Went here to buy some feature plants - we werent disappointed. There was quite a selection. Unfortunately one hasnt survived the latest winter. Its a very atmospheric place with some really interesting iron sculptures of animals. Go browse - you wont regret it. More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

My family suffered the loss of my mum recently and we held the 'Celebration of Life' at Akamaba. What can i say? The afternoon was perfect. The staff were absolutley fantastic and nothing was too much trouble for them The manager Chris was wonderful, the events manager Joy was so incredibly helpful and the staff were superb. A special mention... More

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coventry
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

place is amazing...so was the food we never stoped laffing all night..staff was so good x More

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Birmingham UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Went last week with my husband on Sunday, had the buffet lunch, what a place, you have got to go and check it out. The food is great too, can not explain how good it is go, go, go. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012
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Want to visit Africa go to Akamba its cheaper! The people who run it are so friendly. We stop off from our bike rides for a coffee and a bacon bap really good, and the people are so friendly. More

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Solihull
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012
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We wanted an unusual place to gather for a birthday and decided to meet at the restaurant in Akamba. It was superb - great atmosphere, friendly staff and superb food. We had spiced wings and curried goat. The younger members of the group loved the metal animals, and we even bought some plants! We will be back More

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Solihull, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012
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food not good, looked a bit dirty, overall not impressed More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012
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After completing an African tour last year from Kenya to Cape Town and visiting 5 national parks, visiting Akamba brought back great memories. The garden centre has a genuine African feel and you feel like you are at a safari. The animal architects scattered around the centre and African music being played in the background makes you feel like you... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012
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What a great place! Fantastic atmosphere, great African/Carribbean menu, good music. Definitely worth a visit, we will be returning. More

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