West Midlands
Properties and events in West Midlands
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17th Century Farming Lives
The everyday lives of farming people in 17th Century Ripple Parish, brought to life in words and pictures, food and drink, costumes and homes of the period, illustrated by St Mary's rare monastic misericords and the 1643 Battle of Ripple Field.
A Forgotten Princess: The Centenary of Irene Duleep Singh (1926-2026)
Completing last year's centenary prelude about 'A Forgotten Princess', join heritage detective, Sundeep Braich, in remembrance of Princess Irene Duleep Singh, the actual last-born Princess of Punjab, exploring heritage, belonging, and identity.
A guided tour of exempt works of art at Upton Viva, Banbury
A selection of items from the collection can be seen on a guided tour of about 1 1/2 hours at 1000 on 11th and 14th September. Numbers are limited to 6 on each tour so entry is by pre-booked tickets only and ID must be provided.
A Tour of Shrewsburys historic Inns within the loop
Shrewsbury’s historic town loop, formed by the River Severn, contains one of the richest collections of medieval and early modern inns in England. These inns were vital stopping points for travellers, drovers, merchants, and later tourists.
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.
Alcester War Memorial Town Hall
Grade I listed timber framed town hall.
All Saints Church. Beautiful windows. Blackmore Mill on the Spadesbourne
All Saints has Arts and Crafts features, including work by the Bromsgrove Guild. The stained glass windows Worcestershire Model Laundry
All Saints' Church Sandon
A family-friendly event through our history—a unique behind-the-scenes tour of this gem of a Grade I listed church building and ancient graveyard will take you from Norman origins to the present day. Family fun activities outside and plenty of cake!
An Everyday Life? Two English Women Who Married Indian Royalty
In 1889, chambermaid Ada Douglas Wetherill married Maharajah Duleep Singh, linked to the Koh-i-Noor diamond. In 1898, Lady Anne Coventry married his son, Prince Victor. What do these stories of two English women tell us about class, love and life?
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 Stoke-on-Trent Audio Tour: Fired Earth
A self-guided audio tour of Stoke-on-Trent, exploring the potters, kilnsmen, decorators and miners who fired the Six Towns.
AudaTours Warwick Audio Tour: The Town Behind the Walls
A self-guided audio tour of Warwick, exploring the people who fed, clothed and served the castle town behind the famous walls.
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.
Baddesley Clinton
Discover a secluded, intimate estate set in the heart of the Forest of Arden with 500 years of fascinating and unexpected stories.
Bedworth Almshouses Open Day
Bun Day and Beyond! Explore Bedworth Almshouses on 19th September! Enjoy free guided tours with local historians, family activities, and discover how Nicholas Chamberlaine’s 300-year legacy still funds vital community projects today.
Benthall Hall
A beautiful Tudor family home where the Benthall family have had a seat for over 1,000 years. Situated within a stunning plantsman's garden showcasing beatiful crocus, hellebores, orchids, cherry trees and a sensuous rose garden.