50th anniversary of campaign to save Victoria Square Post Office
An illustrated discussion reflecting on how local action stopped the demolition of a Birmingham landmark
A Changing Landscape: Moseley Village and Its Unusual Park
Discover the history of Moseley and its park, which welcomes 50k+ visitors annually
A day of heritage crafts at Yardley
Traditional heritage crafts to see and try out, in a beautiful historic setting
A disreputable history of Birmingham’s Newhall Estate
The story of the Newhall Estate from the Norman Conquest to the 20th Century
A guided tour of Soho House
A chance to explore the fascinating life of Birmingham inventor Matthew Boulton
A guided walk through the Jewellery Quarter with Ed Isaacs
A walk along the glorious architecture in the JQ with Artist and RBSA President Ed Issacs
A History of Birmingham Medicine in two dozen objects
Birmingham Medical School is more than 200 years old, see its history in two dozen objects
A Pen Museum Victorian Auction
Step into a Victorian Auction inside a pen factory in this interactive storytelling experience
A Thousand Journeys to Highbury
Celebrate travel, heritage and community from Kings Heath Station to Highbury Hall
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
An Early Evening Tour in Key Hill & Warstone Ln Cemeteries
Explore History, Mystery, and Remarkable Stories
An evening at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Visit the beautiful Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Dormition of Theotokos and Saint Andrew
An evening with George Bakewell
Join us as local historian Adam Wood brings to life the true story of George Bakewell
‘Anchors Aweigh!’
A guided walk exploring Birmingham’s nautical heritage and unexpected sea-going connections
Art Deco walking tour of Birmingham City Centre
A walk looking at some familiar and not so familiar Art Deco buildings
Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour
Step inside Assay Studios and uncover the rich history of Birmingham’s iconic former Assay Office
Aston Parish Church Heritage Open Day
Join us at Aston Parish Church with tower trips and talks taking place throughout the afternoon
Austin Village Tour
Join us for a guided walk through the Austin Village, a model village built by Herbert Austin
Backstage Tour of The Old Rep Theatre
Explore the UK’s oldest repertory theatre, discover over a century of history
Balsall Heath in Changing Times
Discover Balsall Heath through trails, visits, art, poetry, archives, interviews, photography and a touring exhibition
Behind the Picture: Discovering Lisel Haas and Grete Bermbach
Delve deeper into the Lisel Haas archive and hear what our researchers have discovered in the past year
Behind the Scenes tour at Birmingham Assay Office
A unique opportunity to tour our operational floor and learn about the history of the Birmingham Assay Office
Being John Baskerville
An illustrated presentation about John Baskerville’s work and influence in lettering and typography
Believe in Balsall Heath Celebration
Celebrate the launch of 30 artist-created banners in Balsall Heath
Best of Birmingham Running Tour 10km
A guided 10k run with stops, sights and stories, showcasing the very Best of Birmingham
Birchfield Heritage Trail
A journey around Birchfield revealing hidden stories and links to other parts of the world
Birmingham Back to Backs Open Day
Step inside for free during Birmingham Heritage Week. Discover how generations lived and worked in these houses
Birmingham Beyond Belief: A Humanist Heritage walk
Following in the footsteps of some of Birmingham’s fearless freethinkers
Birmingham Botanical Gardens’ Green Heritage in the Archive
An opportunity to explore firsthand historic plant records in our Archive
Birmingham Botanical Gardens Guided Tour: A Potted History
Discover nearly 200 years of history at one of the UK’s most significant historic botanic gardens
Birmingham Botanical Gardens Through the Lens
An opportunity to explore firsthand photographic records of the Gardens from our Archive
Birmingham Buddhist Vihara & Dhamma Talaka Peace Pagoda
Visit the golden roofed Dhamma Talaka Peace Pagoda
Birmingham Cathedral Guided Tour
A tour of the cathedral with a focus on the stained-glass windows by Edward Burne-Jones
Birmingham Chinatown Heritage Tour with Food
Discover Chinatown’s history while enjoying Chinese street food and live culinary demonstrations
Birmingham Civic Society Blue Plaque Walk
Learn about the people, places and events behind some of Birmingham Civic Society’s Blue Plaques
Birmingham Extraordinary Lives Tour 1 – Key Hill Cemetery
A Prayer, a Promise, a Patent, and a Protest. Join us on a historical journey through Birmingham’s Key Hill Cemetery
Birmingham Extraordinary Lives Tour 2 – Warstone Lane Cemetery
Hear Tales of Prominent Figures and Unsung Heroes
Birmingham Family History Taster Session
Discover how the Library of Birmingham can help your family and local history research
Birmingham Food Tours: A Taste of Birmingham
A guided food tour through the city’s rich and ever evolving dining scene
Birmingham Railway Architecture & Canal Tunnel Roundabout – day tour
A Birmingham railway heritage and architecture walking, tram, train and bus tour (including a few canal tunnels!)
Birmingham Railway Architecture Roundabout – afternoon tour
A Birmingham railway heritage and architecture walking and train tour
Birmingham Walking Tour: Migration Stories from the Stratford Road
A guided tour of the Stratford Road
Birmingham’s Victorian Murder Mile
A walk following gruesome stories from Birmingham’s past with local historian Adam Wood
Bishop Vesey Grammar School Open Afternoon
Visit the 1729 Old School House and old hall with WW1 memorial and copy of 1527 charter
Bordesley Parish church open day
A chance to look around this magnificent Byzantine revival church consecrated in 1909
Bournville Model Boat Club
A wide range of model yachts and boats in action on the water. Have a go at sailing one
Bournville Quaker Meeting House
Visit an unusually elaborate Quaker Meeting House and the only one housing an organ
Bournville Carillon
An opportunity to hear the famous Bournville Carillon being played live as the bells ring out across Bournville village green
Bournville Sports Crown Green Bowls Club
Visit the oldest sporting club in Bournville and have a go at Crown Green Bowls
Bournville Village Primary School
Visit the school, including George Hall, large frescoes and school archives
Brandwood End Cemetery – Who lies beneath
What messages and forgotten meanings are hidden in memorial sculptures and grave inscriptions?
Brandwood End Cemetery – Your own ‘Musical Journey across eras and genres
A gentle walk around this beautiful heritage site enjoying music reflecting nature and the seasons
British Oak Bowling Club – Crown Green Bowls experience day
Have a go at crown bowling in the historic setting of the British Oak, a Grade II listed pub
British Oak Centenary Celebrations!
Join us to celebrate 100 years since the opening of our Grade 2 Listed public house with many original features
British Oak Centenary Celebrations – Centenary Quiz!
A quiz delving into the history of this 1926 historic pub
Building Stones of Birmingham: Town Hall to Cathedral Square
Join us on a journey around the world and back into the depths of geological time – all within one mile.
Building the Rep on Broad Street
The story of how it came to be built and how it continues to follow the ideals of Sir Barry Jackson
Cadbury Archives, Mondelez International
A treasure trove of historical artefacts, documents and memorabilia showing the history of the Cadbury brand
Canals and Victorians including Peaky Blinder Filming Locations
Explore the city centre with author & photographer Jonathan Berg
Catacomb Tour 1 – Hidden Interior Chambers
Explore hidden Catacomb chambers & the Washington Irving connection
Catacomb Tour 2- Underground Tunnel Tour
View inside the single underground tunnel & learn about John Baskerville and his final resting place
Celebrating James Roberts
Celebrating the uniquely, Birmingham, post war buildings designed by a Birmingham boy
Church of the Ascension Hall Green
A chance to have a look around this beautiful Church consecrated in 1704
Colmore Life: Heritage Walking Tour
A free guided walking tour exploring the history and heritage of Colmore Business District
‘Come and Take Choice of All My Library..’
View a range of items on display from The Shakespeare Collection held at the Library of Birmingham
Concert Hall Mondelez International
Opened by Cadbury in 1927. Step inside to see where many Bournville based societies once played
Conservation Tour of Birmingham Archive Stores
Explore Birmingham’s most important historical documents and how they are cared for!
Curzon Street area walking tour with optional pub stop
Discover the historical and modern structures that tell the city’s story in a rapidly changing part of Birmingham
Digbeth, Public Art & Peaky Film Tour
Understand Digbeth’s history and more with the author of Birmingham’s Public Art
Digbeth Unlocked Canal Walk
Join the Canal & River Trust for a guided walk exploring Digbeth’s historic canals and industrial heritage
Dirty, Dangerous, and Diseased
Free walking tour exploring Birmingham’s hazardous eighteenth-century streets
Discover Stirchley History & Heritage at Stirchley Baths Community Centre
Photographs, information and talks
Discover Stirchley Institute, now known as Stirchley Community Church
Find out how this Victorian building provided by Richard and George Cadbury continues to be used.
Discover the story of St. Martin in the Bull Ring
Guided tours telling the story of St. Martin in the Bull Ring across 9 centuries
Discovering Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter
Explore the Jewellery Quarter with author & photographer Jonathan Berg
Drop in and try your hand at weaving and spinning
Try a heritage craft and learn more about Birmingham’s Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers
Edgbaston Reservoir: the stories it could tell!
For 200 years Edgbaston Reservoir has been a magnet for world renowned figures
Emmanuel Church Open Session
Visit this historic Grade II* listed church designed by local architect William H Bidlake
Evening led Bike Ride
Join us for a gentle cycle and discover Birmingham’s hidden heritage sites by bike
Explore Smith & Pepper
Explore the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter as part of Birmingham Heritage Week
Explore the New Street station and Mailbox mail tunnels
Network Rail and Mailbox are offering a unique opportunity to see the mail tunnels connecting with New Street
Extraordinary Lives of Ordinary People
An introduction to oral history through the voices of those who lived through the twentieth century
Family Workshop: Reimagine the Archive: Reimagine the Barber Art Gallery
What if there was a place where anything was possible? Let’s imagine together
Building the Church of Saint Alban the Martyr
An illustrated talk about the building of St Alban’s church
General Strike 1926 in Birmingham
Explore the history of the 1926 General Strike in Birmingham on a city centre walking tour
Get Cosy: From Picture House to •nook•
Discover Kings Heath’s first cinema, local picture houses and early cinema culture, plus optional film screening
Green Lane Baths to Masjid: The Story of a Birmingham Landmark
A guided tour exploring the historic baths, mosque architecture and community life at Green Lane Masjid
Harborne Heritage Walking Tour
Discover the fascinating and diverse heritage of Harborne on this walking tour
Heritage boat trip & Icknield Port yard visit
Enjoy a 1930’s heritage working boat trip with a stop over at Icknield Port Yard.
Heritage for All at The Exchange
Drop in and discover the rich history of The Exchange, former head office of Birmingham Municipal Bank
Heritage for the Future: From the Lunar Society to Aston University
The Lunar Society and Aston University come together to unlock the secrets of the Aston University Archives
Heritage Open Days at St Michael’s Church, Soho Hill, Handsworth
See inside the Victorian church opposite Soho House and enjoy a cuppa with us
Hidden Histories of Key Hill Cemetery
This tour will explore the fascinating lives of those who sleep here forever
Hidden Spaces: Picture Store Tour
A rare opportunity to explore Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery paintings store!
Hidden Spaces: Roof and Basement Tour
A rare opportunity to explore areas of Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery usually closed to the public
History of the University of Birmingham Walking Tour
A walk exploring the University of Birmingham’s history, architecture and research legacy
Holy Cross and St Francis Church Open Session
A chance to experience a modern Roman Catholic church and learn of its history
Holy Trinity Church, Birchfield
Visit and admire the architecture of Holy Trinity Church designed by the architect J A Chatwin
Holy Trinity Parish Church Sutton Coldfield Open Day
A chance to view Sutton Coldfield’s oldest church and enjoy a range of fun activities
Illustrating History – History through images
An introduction to the wide range of illustrative sources held in the Archives at the Library of Birmingham
Illustrious or Illegal: The 150 year argument on the use of Gothic vestments
A talk about vestments with a selection of garments on display at St Chad’s Cathedral
In search of the ‘lost’ churches of Birmingham
This tour explores the ‘lost’ churches of Central Birmingham and the unique stories they tell
Introducing Cadbury Research Library
Drop into the University of Birmingham’s special collections library, home to 4 million archival items and 250,000 rare books
Irish roots of Handsworth
A walking trail celebrating the contributions of the Irish community in Birmingham
J. W. Evans Silver Factory
Come and get a unique glimpse into the lost industrial world of J. W. Evans Silver Factory
James and Lister Lea Pub Heritage Trail
Join us on a tour of four historic pubs in central Birmingham designed by James and Lister Lea
Join us for a quilling workshop at Perrott’s folly
A workshop exploring this popular Georgian paper craft with artist Eliza Bennett
Lapworth Museum of Geology: Campus Geowalk
A free, guided stroll around the University of Birmingham’s iconic campus with a geological twist
Led Ride – Birmingham Heritage Week Family Ride
Exploring Bournville’s heritage open day by bike with ecobirmingham and Bike Birmingham
Lickey Hills Heritage Weekend
Explore the history of the Lickey Hills, including a visit to the Bilberry Hill Gun Proof Range
Two Brums are Better than One!
A talk and exhibition about the collaboration and shared histories between Birmingham UK and Birmingham Alabama
Life on Birmingham’s Canals – the Carrying Years
Graham Wrigley recalls his time canal carrying around Birmingham and living at Gas Street Basin
Love Weoley Castle Local History Family Fun Event
A free event with a variety of activities aimed at families with a local history theme
Lunar Society Heritage Trail
Join this guided walk to learn more about the Lunar Society and 18th century Birmingham
MA Jewellery & Related Products Graduate Exhibition 2026
An exhibition at the School of Jewellery showcasing the skill and craftmanship of current graduates
Made in Birmingham Tour
Explore Birmingham’s industrial past on this tour featuring inventions like the Smethwick Engine and Spitfire
Make Your Mark: Heritage Walk & Creative Workshop
Explore Birmingham’s heritage through walking, observation and natural pigment painting in this artist-led creative experience
Manor Farm Park Heritage Trail
Beautiful Manor Farm Park lies ‘hidden’ behind Bristol Road. Explore the heritage of this tranquil green space
Metchley Roman Fort – a guided walk
A short walk around the site of a Roman fort built in the 1st century AD
‘Midland Ancestors’ advice surgery for family historians
Whether new to family history research or wanting to breakdown a brick wall, we’re the people to talk to.
Moor Hall site walk
A walk around the grounds and site of Moor Hall, learning about the history and associations with Bishop Vesey
Moor Pool Estate Heritage Tour
Join us for a heritage walking tour and discover the Moor Pool Garden Suburb
Moor Pool Heritage Festival
An opportunity to discover one of Birmingham’s hidden gems in this much-loved annual event
Moseley Bog Bronze Age Sweat Lodge Reconstruction
A reconstruction of a prehistoric sweat lodge based on Bronze Age burnt mounds found in Moseley Bog
Moseley Hall Icehouse in Moseley Park & Pool
A chance to see one of the best-preserved icehouses in the West Midlands
Murder Most Foul, the Memories of a Murder Investigator
A retired murder detective recalls his 30-year career in West Midlands Police
Museum Collection Centre Open Day
Vitis the Museum Collection Centre, where over 80% of the City’s collections are all under one roof
New Hall Water Mill Open Day
Visit one of only two working water mills still surviving in Birmingham
Off the Rails: People and Places on the Camp Hill Line
Travel on the new train line and discover stories about the original Camp Hill Line and people living nearby
Origins of Middle-Earth: J.R.R. Tolkien and Sarehole Guided walk
Introducing the scenery that inspired J.R.R Tolkien when he lived near Sarehole Mill as a child
Ozzy Osbourne: Farewell to ‘Working Class Hero’
In the final weeks of the exhibition join us on a last chance tour
Pass it down
Experience memory, family and belonging through vintage video, personal archives, workshops and stories that connect generations
People Powered! – Student-Led Exhibition Tours
Hear about University of Birmingham history from student researchers, with a focus on social change and community action
Peopling Sutton’s Past: Archaeology and everyday histories
A talk about what archaeology reveals about different periods in Sutton’s past
Playful Geographies: Mary Mitchell’s twentieth century landscapes of Birmingham
A talk exploring Mary Mitchell’s career, accompanied by a display of archival materials
Post-war Churches of Birmingham
Visits to two post-war churches: St Matthew, Perry Beeches and Our Lady and St. Rose of Lima, Weoley Castle
Public Art in Centenary Square, what’s there and what’s not
Find out public art in Centenary Square and a rare opportunity to see inside the Hall of Memory
Railway history in Sutton Coldfield
An exhibition celebrating the histories of Chester Road, Wylde Green and Sutton Coldfield Railway Stations
Relics of New Street
Ben Waddington leads a walk in search of the lost details, designs and clues that reveal New Street’s 800-year past
Sacred Heart & St. Margaret Mary Church, Aston
Visit this Byzantine inspired gem in the heart of Aston
Seeing Rhonda exhibition
Exhibition about the work, activism and influence of Birmingham photographer Rhonda Wilson
Selly Manor Museum
Visit two of Birmingham’s oldest buildings, with lots of family activities and hands-on history
Serbian Orthodox Church of the Holy Prince Lazar
The first purpose-built Serbian Orthodox church in the UK is opening its doors
Songs of Praise and Heritage Fayre, Castle Bromwich Church
Dress up in historic costume for Songs of Praise and visit the Heritage Fayre
South Parade Methodist Church Open Session
An opportunity to view this historic church and enjoy a cuppa in the café
Spring Hill College at Moseley School and Sixth Form
Visit this grade 2* listed building dating back to 1857 and now part of a large mixed comprehensive school
St Alban’s Church Open Days
An opportunity to look around this Victorian Gothic church with spectacular stone vaulting
St Chad’s Cathedral
View the stunning interior of Birmingham’s catholic cathedral dedicated to St Chad
St Chad’s Church Open Session
The outside simple and plain, the inside beautifully crafted and decorated
St Edburgha’s Church, Yardley
Visit one of Birmingham’s medieval churches, set in the Old Yardley Conservation Area
St Francis C of E Church
St Francis Church stands at the heart of the Bournville Village and is dedicated to St Francis of Assisi
St Giles Church Sheldon Open Day
A beautiful medieval church in Sheldon with a timber roof dating from the 14th century
St Mary and St Margaret’s, Castle Bromwich
Church tours, including to the top of the tower with views over Castle Bromwich and surrounding areas.
St Mary’s Handsworth Open Day
A beautiful grade II listed church, also known as the Cathedral of the Industrial Revolution
St Nicolas Church, Kings Norton
Visit a fascinating church with 900 years of history, where Thomas the Tank Engine was created
St Paul’s Convent, Selly Park
A beautiful late Victorian convent in Selly Park, home to the Sisters of Charity of St Paul
Stained Glass Windows at St Alban’s Church
An illustrated talk about St Alban’s magnificent stained-glass windows
Step into Birmingham’s Historic School of Art
Opened in 1885 as the first municipal School of Art, this building still functions as a school of art today
Stirchley Squiggle Walk
A circular walk exploring historic Stirchley, the River Rea and Cotteridge Park
Stirchley Through Time: Children’s Art Workshop at Stirchley Library
Help create a collaborative community artwork which will be displayed in the Children’s Library at Stirchley
Stirchley Through Time: Stirchley Library Exhibition
Explore Stirchley’s past through photographs, maps, memories and the voices of local people
Stirchley’s Co-operative Stories
Walking tour showing how Co-operatives have shaped the development of Stirchley for 150 years
Stories to Remember: Tales from the Jewellery Quarter’s Mass Graves
Creative writing, readings and music inspired by people buried in Key Hill’s public graves
Storytelling & Sculpture: Beneath your Feet!
A Family Friendly event. Hear about Birmingham’s mining school history and the model mine under the University!
Sutton Coldfield Baptist Church
A chance to visit the church and hall and enjoy family activities and refreshments
Sutton Coldfield Heritage Films
A chance to see old films bringing to life scenes of Sutton Coldfield’s past
Sutton Coldfield Masonic Hall
Visit this Grade II listed building, home to Sutton Coldfield Freemasons’ lodges
Sutton Park Archaeology Walk
A walk into Sutton Park’s past with the Friends of Sutton Park Association
The Ancient in the Everyday: An Anglo-Saxon Walk Through Stirchley
Follow a route first recorded 1,300 years ago through the modern streets and landscape of Stirchley
The Birmingham Oratory
Visit the Oratory of Saint Philip Neri, Birmingham’s ‘Little Rome’.Drop in or join a guided tour
The Bunce Altarpiece in St Alban’s Church
An illustrated talk about the fine Arts and Crafts altarpiece in St Alban’s Church
The Dreams and Schemes of the Aston Gentry
An illustrated talk exploring the aspirations of the Aston Gentry from Sir Thomas Holte to James Watt Jnr
The edge of Sutton Park
An illustrated talk about the archaeology and history of Meadow Platt, Wyndley and their surroundings
The Game’s Afoot
A guided walk exploring the historical and literary connections of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock Holmes and Birmingham
The Goodsyard Run Club: Jewellery Quarter Heritage Running Tour
Discover Birmingham’s jewellery heritage on a fun guided 5K running tour
The life of Kathleen Dayus Walking tour
A guided tour and talk about the life and times of local author Kathleen Dayus
The Lost Photographic Industry of the Jewellery Quarter
A walking tour around the Jewellery Quarter talking about the photographic companies that once made it their home
The People’s Bank – a talk at The Exchange
An illustrated talk about the Birmingham Municipal Bank, exploring its roots as Britain’s only municipal savings bank
The Quadrangle – The Bournville Almshouse Trust
Built in 1898 for Richard Cadbury, this is a rare opportunity to visit the Almshouses as part of a pre-booked tour
The Rep Back Stage Tour
Explore the hidden secrets of The Rep and join us on a backstage tour around our fascinating building
The Segregation of the Queen…
Being Some Observations upon Sherlock Holmes’ Presence in Birmingham History and Culture
The steel pen makers guide to the Jewellery Quarter
Tour the global centre of the Victorian Steel Nib industry, from it’s beginning to the nibs used by Walt Disney
The Theology of the Pollock Brothers, Founders of St Alban’s Church
An illustrated talk exploring the theology of the founders of St Alban’s Church
Through the keyhole of Islam
An introduction to the Islamic faith and guided tour of Birmingham Central Mosque
Tour around the Historic Edgbaston Guinea Allotment Gardens
A unique tour around one of only four surviving allotments gardens in this style
Tour of 46 and 52 High Street, Sutton Coldfield
A tour of these historic houses by the current owner
Town Hall – Music, Movements and Iconic Moments
An insight into the extraordinary musical, social and political history of Birmingham’s oldest events venue
Traces of Europe Guided Walk
A walk around the Jewellery Quarter, exploring the histories of European migrants who made Birmingham their home
Unlocking the Vaults
An exhibition exploring the history and legacy of the Birmingham Municipal Bank, in the historic vaults at The Exchange.
Vintage Trains – Tyseley Depot Tours
Behind the scenes guided tour of the GWR 1908 Tyseley locomotive depot – archaeology, locomotives and rolling stock
Visit the Golden Lion in Cannon Hill Park
Drop in to see how this building has been restored using traditional methods and materials
Visit to the Bell Ringing Chamber at St Martin in the Bull Ring
Climb the stairs of the tower for a bell ringing demonstration
Walk from the Moor Pool Estate to Edgbaston Reservoir
A guided heritage walk with City of Birmingham Ramblers
War Memorial Room, Men’s Pavilion, Mondelez International
A collection of World War I and World War II Memorials to Cadbury employees
What Was Lost
A guided walk in search of the details, fragments and overlooked evidence that together tell Birmingham’s industrial and cultural story
Whistling Through Changing Times; a factory tour at Acme Whistles
Sounds Amazing since 1870 and still blowing strong
‘Who Lies Beneath’ Kings Heath Village Square
Discovering stories from the graveyard of All Saints Church, now buried beneath the Square
“Women Between the Lines” Women’s History Guided Walk
A guided walking tour celebrating the untold stories of women in Birmingham
Women in Photography in Birmingham: Past and Present
Explore women working in photography in Birmingham from both historical and contemporary perspectives
X-rays, Foxgloves and Cotton Wool: Medical History Tour of Birmingham
Join Dr James Burgess for a walking tour of Birmingham’s fascinating medical history
