Birmingham
Properties and events in Birmingham
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Acocks Green Heritage Trail
Explore local heritage in Acocks Green in this guided walk.
Bathe in Nature.... with a musical soundtrack from Classical to Hip Hop
Share a walk and listen to music in Brandwood End Cemetery
Birmingham's Centenary Square; the public art that's there and the public art that's not
A guided walk by Viv Astling RBSA introducing the public art in the city's heart including a rare opportunity to see inside the Hall of Memory.
Bournville Carillon (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day)
An opportunity to see and hear the Carillon being played live and to enjoy panoramic views across Bournville Village.
Bournville Model Boat Club (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day)
Visitors will see a wide assortment of yachts and model boats in action on the water. A number of radio-controlled yachts and boats will be available for visitors to sail.
Bournville Quaker Meeting House (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day 2025)
Visit an unusually elaborate Quaker Meeting House and the only one housing an organ. George and Richard Cadbury put their faith into action as they built their new chocolate factory and the pioneering village beyond the boundaries of the city centre.
Bournville Sports Crown Green Bowls Club (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day)
Visit the oldest sporting club in Bournville and come have a go at Crown Green Bowls.
Bournville Village Primary School (Part of Bournville Heritage Open Day 2025)
We invite you to visit our beautiful school, including George Hall, frescoes, and the historical school archives.
Cadbury Archives, Mondelez International (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day 2025)
The Cadbury Archives are a rich treasure trove of material relating to the history of the Cadbury business. The Archives contain documents dating back to 1842 and extensive packaging and advertising collections.
Cadbury World - Historical Presentation
Join us for a 50 minute presentation on the history of Bournville, the Cadburys and the success of their chocolate business, followed by free entry into Cadbury World. Talks are: 10:30am - 11:20am, tour at 11:30am and 1:30pm - 2:20pm, tour at 2:30pm.
Church of the Ascension, Hall Green
A chance to look around this beautiful Church, consecrated in 1704 and a place of Christian worship to this day.
City Centre Public Art Trail Featuring the Work of William Bloye
A guided walk by Viv Astling RBSA, from the Hall of Memory to the RBSA Gallery in the Jewellery Quarter (about 2km) taking in 24 venues.
Concert Hall, Mondelez International (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day 2025)
The Concert Hall, opened by Cadbury in 1927, is a unique space. Step inside to learn about its history and listen to some live music and performances on the stage.
Dame Elizabeth Hall (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day)
This unique building was opened in 1930, and in 1959 was renamed Dame Elizabeth Hall. The hall is managed by group of volunteers from Bournville Village Council who were formed in 1903.
Explore Blakesley: Heritage Open Day
A chance to explore Blakesley Hall, a fine Tudor house and beautiful gardens built in 1590 by Richard Smalbroke, a member of one of Birmingham’s leading merchant families.
Explore Medieval Church and surrounding Conservation Area
St Laurence Church is a Grade I listed building and is one of only four remaining mediaeval churches in Birmingham. The Norman Door was part of the original C12th church and is the oldest piece of architecture in the city.
From Aston to Perry Hall via Spaghetti Junction
A 4.5-mile canal walk with the Birmingham Ramblers
From Gate to Gate, a walk through Brandwood End Cemetery
Join a walk to learn about the history of this Victorian cemetery.
Holy Trinity Parish Church Sutton Coldfield
A chance to view this stunning Grade-I listed parish church and its partner building the Trinity Centre, to climb the church tower and to celebrate the architecture of the church and other buildings in the Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield.
Lifford: canals, industry and leisure
Join this walking tour to discover the industrial and canal history of this fascinating area.
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