West Midlands
Properties and events in West Midlands
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
A guided walk through the architecture and history of the Jewellery Quarter
A guided walk with RBSA President Ed Isaacs, starting at the Jewellery Quarter train station and ending at the RBSA Gallery on St Paul’s Square.
A walk with a different perspective on Spaghetti Junction
Walk along the canals from Aston station to Perry Hall Park, including passing underneath Spaghetti Junction.
Albany Theatre Backstage Tours
Get exclusive backstage access to The Albany, an art deco theatre built in the 1930s. Hear about the storied history of this arts venue, from its origins as a college lecture hall to its role in World War II and its present-day use as a theatre.
Aldridge Transport Museum
Primarily a commercial road transport museum featuring buses, most of which were either built in or ran in the West Midlands. Numerous other associated display items and smaller vehicles / commercials also on display.
Anglican Chapel, London Road Cemetery
The Anglican Chapel was restored and opened as an event venue in 2022, with new interpretation throughout the wider cemetery. Drop in to view the space and find out the stories of some of the ordinary people buried in the Cemetery.
Arden Hall, Castle Bromwich - Local History Hub – Walk back in time
Photographs of Castle Bromwich dating back many years, Newspaper cuttings of events which took place. History books of the area. All will be displayed to view with local history and displays being showcased
Artful Echoes - A selection of works held at Coventry University Archives
A specially curated exhibition for Heritage Open Days 2026 showing unseen works by Anthony Hobson, Roy Wilson, Helen Lohmann, Dame Ellen Terry, Frederick Lanchester, Alice Cobert and Peter Eugene Ball.
AudaTours Coventry Audio Tour: Hands to the Work
A self-guided audio tour of Coventry, exploring the weavers, watch-makers, ribbon trade and car-workers who built the city.
AudaTours Wolverhampton Audio Tour: Sweat and Shine
A self-guided audio tour of Wolverhampton, exploring the lock-smiths, japanners, steelworkers and small-shop trades of the Black Country town.
Bagot's Castle
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.
Bilston Heritage Trail
We are celebrating the history and heritage of Bilston with the new Bilston Heritage Trail. Created by Treasure Trails, the new Bilston Heritage Trail will allow you to explore Bilston like never before. Explore the area and learn interesting facts.
Birmingham Honey Show
Head to Winterbourne House and Garden for Birmingham's biggest celebration of all things honey. Experience live hive demonstrations, buy local honey, and enjoy family activities all set within this buzzing botanical garden.
Bond's Hospital
Bond's Hospital is a Grade II Listed Building with a section of the City Wall in it's garden. This building provides sheltered accommodation for the elderly.
Bournville Carillon
An opportunity to hear the famous Bournville Carillon being played live as the bells ring our across Bournville village green.
Bournville Model Boat Club
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
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
Visit the oldest sporting club in Bournville and come have a go at Crown Green Bowls.
Bournville Village Primary School
We invite you to visit our beautiful school, including George Hall, frescoes, and the historical school archives.
Brandwood End Cemetery - Who lies beneath
Learn more about those that lie beneath the memorials in Brandwood End and what the headstones really say.
Brandwood End Cemetery- Your own 'Musical Youth'
Leaf arts are repeating last years very successful 'silent walk' with new music. Relive your 'everyday history' through music in the tree lined avenues of Brandwood End Cemetery. The music evoked lots of smiles and a few tears.