West Midlands

Properties and events in West Midlands

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150 Years of St Anne's Moseley

St Anne's Church, Park Hill, Moseley, Birmingham, West Midlands, B13 8DU
In person
Pre-booking not required

To celebrate 150 years since the consecration of the church, we will displaying a selection of historical material from our archives. There will also be the opportunity to visit the tower and bells (not normally accessible to the public).

A Cultural Conversation with Sandra Godley OBE

St Mary's Guildhall, Bayley Lane, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 5RN
In person
Pre-booking not required

Join us for A Cultural Conversation with Sandra Godley OBE, taking place at St Mary’s Guildhall. This event will bring together diverse voices, communities, and artists in a meaningful discussion exploring identity and heritage.

A walk from Harborne to Edgbaston Reservoir

Harborne Pool and Fitness Centre, Lordswood Road, Harborne, Birmingham, West Midlands, B17 9QS
In person
Pre-booking required

A guided heritage walk with Birmingham City Ramblers.

Absence/Presence - Exhibition Opening and Panel Talk

Coventry Cathedral, Priory Street, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 5AB
In person
Pre-booking preferred

An exhibition opening, hearing from speakers and one of our Clergy team, about the Absence/Presence exhibition, and stories from those who built this magnificent building.

Acocks Green Heritage Trail

Warwick Road, Acocks Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B27 6RH
In person
Pre-booking required

Explore local heritage in Acocks Green in this guided walk.

Albany Theatre: Secrets Of The Stage

The Albany Theatre, Albany Road, Coventry, West Midlands, CV5 6JQ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Join local historian, Adam Wood for a talk exploring the past of our art deco theatre, its architecture, and the Coventry area. From its origins to its role in the community today, Adam will bring the building’s story to life.

Aldridge Transport Museum

Aston Manor Road Transport Museum a.k.a. Aldridge Transport Museum, Shenstone Drive, Aldridge, West Midlands, WS9 8TP
In person
Pre-booking not required

Primarily a commercial road transport museum with emphasis on buses but many other vehicular exhibits and artefacts to see as well.

Allesley Park Walled Garden

Allesley Park Walled Garden, The Dovecotes, Allesley Hall Drive, Coventry, West Midlands, CV5 9AD
In person
Pre-booking not required

French beans from 12 countries; Heritage orchard tours; 25th anniversary poster display; history of Allesley display.

Amazing Architecture at Top Church, Dudley

High Street, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 1QD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Discover the brilliance of our church’s architecture at Heritage Open Day! Dive into its history, take a digital tour, enjoy a kid-friendly trail, and get hands-on with our LEGO challenge. A fun, inspiring celebration of design and heritage for all!

Anglican Chapel open day

Anglican Chapel, London Road Cemetery, London Road, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 2JT
In person
Pre-booking not required

The Anglican Chapel, London Road Cemetery, will be open to visitors from 1100 – 1700 and there will be cemetery tours during the day.

Architecture & House History at the Archives

Jordan Well, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 5QP
In person
Pre-booking required

Explore the Archives in our behind the scenes tour and talk on our collections and resources.

Austin Village Tour

The Mill Walk, Birmingham, West Midlands, B31 4HL
In person
Pre-booking required

Join us for a guided walk through the Austin Village, a model village built by Herbert Austin.

Bagot's Castle

Church Road, Baginton, Coventry, West Midlands, CV8 3AR
In person
Pre-booking not required

14th Century ruin set in a 19-acre site, woodland paths, river walks and ponds. Picnic area overlooking the castle monument and benches along river walk. Trails and activities for children. Our 6 Bagot Goats. Reconstructed 18th Century Summerhouse.

Bathe in Nature.... with a musical soundtrack from Classical to Hip Hop

Brandwood End Cemetery, Woodthorpe Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham, West Midlands, B14 6EH
In person
Pre-booking required

Share a walk and listen to music in Brandwood End Cemetery

Behind the Surface: Exploring the link between texture and pattern architecture

The Parkside Buildings, 5 Cardigan Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 7BD
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Explore texture and pattern in architecture through an exhibition of rare William Mitchell material found in Birmingham City University archives & collections with student work from the School of Architecture.

Belgrade Theatre Tours

Belgrade Theatre, Belgrade Square, Corporation Street, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 1GS
In person
Pre-booking not required

This is a guided tour of the Grade II listed Belgrade Theatre in Coventry.

Birmingham Hippodrome Heritage Morning

Hurst Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B5 4TB
In person
Pre-booking not required

Uncover some of the history of this 125-year-old theatre.

Birmingham's Centenary Square; the public art that's there and the public art that's not

Hall of Memory, Centenary Square, Birmingham, West Midlands, B1 2HF
In person
Pre-booking required

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.

Bishop Asbury's Cottage - Open Days

Newton Rd, Great Barr, Birmingham, West Midlands, B43 6HN
In person
Pre-booking not required

Visit the tiny childhood home of one of the most famous people of the 18th century you've probably never heard of!

Bond’s Hospital

Bond’s Hospital, Hill Street, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 4AX
In person
Pre-booking not required

Grade II Listed Building with section of the City Wall in it's garden, provides sheltered accommodation for the elderly.