West Midlands
Properties and events in West Midlands
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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.
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
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.
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.
Central Library: Past and Present
Join us for a rare behind‑the‑scenes tour of the country’s only Grade II* listed Carnegie Library, exploring its rich history and the everyday life that keeps this iconic Wolverhampton landmark thriving today.
Coombe Abbey Hotel's History
Come and find out more about Coombe Abbey's History, starting where it all began as a monastery, right up to the present day! Enjoy a scone & a pot of tea too.
Coroner's Court
The Coroner's Court which is listed Grade II* forms part of a complex of civic buildings designed by the architects Harvey and Wicks between 1924 and 1928.
Council House
Visitors will be able to take a virtual tour of many of the impressive spaces within the Council House, designed by Harvey & Wicks 1934-5.
Dame Goodyvers Daye
A feast day dating back to 15th century. We will bring different communities together creatively to remember Coventry Godiva heritage of the past, heroes from different cultures and faiths of Coventry today.
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.
Ford's Hospital
Considered to be one of the finest examples of 16th Century domestic buildings in England. In 2006 an episode of Dr Who was filmed here.
Guided tours of Bantock House Museum
Join a tour of Bantock House for an insight into the history of the building and the people that lived there.
Heritage themed Miniature Railway Open Day
Enjoy train rides on our heritage themed miniature railway along the River Sowe. For Heritage Day 2026, we are embracing the theme of “Everyday Histories”, exploring the daily working lives of those who keep railways running - past and present.
Holy Trinity Church Coventry
Medieval parish church with 15th century Doom painting.
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 the theme of Everyday Histories in the Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield.
Moments in Time - Coventry Watch Museum
Come along to the Coventry Watch Museum where you will find out what it was like to live in a Coventry court. Come and see the famous crack caused by a shockwave during the April 1941 Blitz.