Birmingham is right in the heart of England and is the UK’s second city. The 18th century industrial revolution saw Birmingham spring from a market town to a leader in science and technology, often referred to as the first manufacturing town in the world. Modern Birmingham is now a major international commercial centre and with six universities is the biggest seat of learning outside London in the UK. Birmingham is a great place for afternoon tea and we have selected some of the best places for afternoon tea in Birmingham below.