River Tame, West Midlands - Definition and Overview

The River Tame flows from the Black Country, through north Birmingham, past Tamworth, and into the River Trent near Alrewas. The name derives from the Celtic language, and is usually thought to mean "dark" or "slow moving", although the precise meaning is uncertain.

Features

The Tame passes several nature reserves, including (moving downstream):

• RSPB Sandwell Valley
• the West Midland Bird Club's Ladywalk Reserve
• The National Memorial Arboretum

See also

• River Tame, Yorkshire
• Rivers of the United Kingdom