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 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 Thousand Journeys to Highbury
Celebrate travel, heritage and community from Kings Heath Station to Highbury Hall
A Walk Through Time
A guided walk with dramatic interludes, music and song around the Kings Norton canals
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 evening at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Visit the beautiful Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Dormition of Theotokos and Saint Andrew
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
Balsall Heath in Changing Times
Discover Balsall Heath through trails, visits, art, poetry, archives, interviews, photography and a touring exhibition
Believe in Balsall Heath Celebration
Celebrate the launch of 30 artist-created banners in Balsall Heath
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 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 Family History Taster Session
Discover how the Library of Birmingham can help your family and local history research
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
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
Church of the Ascension Hall Green
A chance to have a look around this beautiful Church consecrated in 1704
Birmingham Public Art Trail Featuring work of William Bloye
A guided walk by Viv Astling RBSA from Centenary Square to the Jewellery Quarter
City of Birmingham Choir Welcome Rehearsal
Sing with or listen to the prestigious City Choir in rehearsal and learn about its history
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!
Dirty, Dangerous, and Diseased
Free walking tour exploring Birmingham’s hazardous eighteenth-century streets
Discover St Paul’s Church in the Jewellery Quarter
Join a guided tour and discover the origins of this historic church and links with Matthew Boulton and James Watt
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 Lisel Haas Exhibition
The first exhibition of Lisel Haas’ works at the Library of Birmingham
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 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
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
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
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
Jewellery Quarter Sports Heritage Tour
A tour showcasing the Jewellery Quarter businesses building on 250 years of trophy and medal-making
Lapworth Museum of Geology: Campus Geowalk
A free, guided stroll around the University of Birmingham’s iconic campus with a geological twist
Largely in your hands: making and shaping a university
Exhibition featuring University Collections which delves into the stories of the people behind University of Birmingham
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
Love Weoley Castle Local History Family Fun Event
A free event with a variety of activities aimed at families with a local history theme
MA Jewellery & Related Products Graduate Exhibition 2026
An exhibition at the School of Jewellery showcasing the skill and craftmanship of current graduates
Manor Farm Park Heritage Trail
Beautiful Manor Farm Park lies ‘hidden’ behind Bristol Road. Explore the heritage of this tranquil green space
Mediaeval Church Open
Opportunity to see a Grade 1 Mediaeval Church and the surrounding Northfield Conservation Area
Metchley Roman Fort – a guided walk
A short walk around the site of a Roman fort built in the 1st century AD
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 Dovecote, cowhouse and 18C style garden
Visit this 18th century dovecote, cowhouse and garden for an insight into Moseley’s rural past
Moseley Hall Icehouse in Moseley Park & Pool
A chance to see one of the best-preserved icehouses in the West Midlands
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
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
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
Sacred Heart & St. Margaret Mary Church, Aston
Visit this Byzantine inspired gem in the heart of Aston
School of Jewellery Building Tour
A tour of the School of Jewellery which has been in the Jewellery Quarter since 1890
Scout Jamboree reminiscence walks
A walk revisiting areas in Sutton Park associated with the World Scout Jamboree in 1957
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’s Church Moseley Heritage Weekend
Guided Tours of Church, Organ Recital, Bellringing, Tour of Tower, Refreshments and Toilet stop
St Mary’s Convent of Mercy, Handsworth
Guided Heritage Tours of the Grade II* listed, Pugin built, Sisters of Mercy Convent
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
Stained Glass Windows at St Alban’s Church
An illustrated talk about St Alban’s magnificent stained-glass windows
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 edge of Sutton Park
An illustrated talk about the archaeology and history of Meadow Platt, Wyndley and their surroundings
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 Streets Paved with African Gold
Join Black Heritage Walks Network to see how the gold from Africa built the Jewellery Quarter
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
The Warehouse; a thriving heritage building under threat of demolition
50 Years of Creating an Eco-Friendly Community Space – now under threat
Thrive Birmingham Garden Tour: A History of The Television Gardens
Fans of gardening programmes will recognise elements of the gardens which appeared weekly on television from the 70s to 90s
Through the keyhole of Islam
An introduction to the Islamic faith and guided tour of Birmingham Central Mosque
Unlocking the Vaults
An exhibition exploring the history and legacy of the Birmingham Municipal Bank, in the historic vaults at The Exchange.
Visit the Golden Lion in Cannon Hill Park
Drop in to see how this building has been restored using traditional methods and materials
Visit the historic church St Bartholomew’s, Edgbaston
Learn about the history of Edgbaston and explore the glorious church that is St Bartholomew’s in Edgbaston
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
‘Who Lies Beneath’ Kings Heath Village Square
Discovering stories from the graveyard of All Saints Church, now buried beneath the Square
Women in Photography in Birmingham: Past and Present
Explore women working in photography in Birmingham from both historical and contemporary perspectives
