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Oak House Museum - Guided Tours

190 Oak Road, West Bromwich, West Midlands, B70 8HJ

  • Multiple dates available
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

Oak House was built in the 1620s; the home of a yeoman farmer and nailor with 1650s extensions as family wealth grew. Book onto one of our free Heritage Open Days guided tours and then explore this fantastic site and grounds at your own pace.

Oak House just outside the centre of West Bromwich is a remarkable survival and has recently been awarded Grade I status underlining its architectural importance.

The Turton family built Oak House in the 1620s having moved from Rowley Regis at the end of the 16th century. As the family wealth and status grew the house was extended in the 1630s and 1650s.

Discover the fascinating story of this amazing building the Turton family and West Bromwich before the industrial revolution by booking onto one of our guided tours. You will also get a chance to explore our wildlife grounds Old Barn and house again at your leisure.

Timings & Tours

Sunday 14 September:
11:45am - 1pm
Wednesday 17 September:
11.45am-1pm and 2:30pm-3:45pm

Location & directions

190 Oak Road, West Bromwich, West Midlands, B70 8HJ

Directions:
Oak House is situated on the corner of Oak Road and Cambridge Street, West Bromwich. Entrance to the site is via the Visitor Centre on Oak Road. Parking is on the road further down Oak Rd, passed the visitor centre or on side roads nearby or on the pay and display car park on Lodge Road. The site is open Sundays 11am-2pm and Tuesdays and Wednesdays 11am-4pm is you wish to explore before or after your tour.
Contact on day:
Site staff
Telephone number:
+441215530759

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Bookings should be made via ticketsource at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/sandwell-museums-and-arts or by calling Oak House on 0121 553 0759 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays 10am-3pm
Booking contact name:
Staff at Oak House
Booking telephone number:
+441215530759
Booking website:
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/sandwell-museums-and-arts
Booking opens:
12 Aug 2025 10:00 AM
Booking closes:
11 Sep 2025 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

Due to the age and nature of Oak House sadly this tour is not accessible to those with mobility issues. Visit our website for a virtual tour if you are unable to visit in person.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
20
Est. tour duration:
1 hour(s) 15 minute(s)

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