West Midlands
Properties and events in West Midlands
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'Make a Tudor House' Art Workshop at the Master's House, Ledbury
Build you own Tudor House just like the magnificent original Hall House of the Master's House.
'Rags to Riches' Patchwork Exhibition
Rags to Riches the second exhibition of vintage & modern quilts from the Jane Cobbett Collection of Historical Textiles, displayed in the Library Garden at Avondale Nursery, Baginton, Warwickshire. CV8 3AG
'Unpacking the V&A Wedgwood Collection': Behind the scenes tours
Take a look behind-the-scenes of the Unpacking Project at V&A Wedgwood Collection with a guided tour around our collection storage space.
'Worcester News' newspaper archives-Berrows Journals-photographs & negatives illustrated talk
The Civic Society saved from landfill the archives of the Worcester News, containing over a million press cuttings, negatives and photographs. These are being catalogued by volunteers in a secure room below the History & Heritage POD.
’The Leominster Ducking Stool – exploring the centuries-old history of an instrument of punishment’
Discover how Leominster's Rare Surviving Ducking Stool Played a Key Part in Medieval Law Enforcement.
15 Bottle Ovens Built in the City
Join Potteries Heritage Society to find out about the only 15 remaining bottle ovens that were built in the City of Stoke-on-Trent.
150 Years of St Anne's Moseley
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).
16th Century Painted Room, Ledbury
16th Century Wall Paintings were discovered in the late 20th century. Ask questions of the guides. Display cabinets and information boards. Children's activities.
A Century of Land Reclamation in Fenton
A guided walk exploring the heritage of Fenton's beautiful green spaces. Discover the hidden history that lies beneath the area's parks and green spaces.
A Cultural Conversation with Sandra Godley OBE
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 Forgotten Princess: Irene Duleep Singh and the Evolution of Mental Health and Law
Following World Suicide Prevention Day, this Heritage Open Days event explores the tragic life of Princess Irene Duleep Singh (d.1926) and how attitudes to mental health have evolved over the past century — through history, law, and royal legacy.
A History of the Trent Valley Railway Talk
A fully-illustrated history talk about the establishing of the Trent Valley Railway Company.
A Poetic Heritage
Come and explore the historic Poetry House and be part of re-imagining its future.
A Stitch in Time.... (Threads of the Past, Flowers of the Future)
A costume & textiles installation inspired by the Court Mantua dress & the gardens and architecture of Berrington Hall. An eclectic fusion of items, garment construction & experimental textiles intertwine to create a vision that inspires & intrigues.
A Tour of St Mary Magdalene Church Leintwardine looking at the recently recorded evidence for its early history.
An explanation of recent research based on new evidence challenging previous assessments including the view of Royal Commission (Herefordshire).
A walk from Harborne to Edgbaston Reservoir
A guided heritage walk with Birmingham City Ramblers.
A Walking Tour of Arnold Bennett's Burslem
A walk around Burslem to historical buildings featured in the novels of Arnold Bennett, and on which we have mounted blue plaques over recent years. At each stop there will be readings of Bennett extracts featuring the building we've arrived at.
Absence/Presence - Exhibition Opening and Panel Talk
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
Explore local heritage in Acocks Green in this guided walk.
Albany Theatre: Secrets Of The Stage
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.