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Birmingham might be the youngest city in Europe, but our history runs deep. You can find incredible stories concerning our past under every rock, behind every door. Birmingham Heritage Week, now in its 10th year, is one of the greatest opportunities to learn all about our hometown – with the city’s buildings and outdoor spaces, you wouldn’t normally visit, opening their doors with a wide range of events.
Taking place from September 6 to 15, the 10-day festival is designed to inspire and surprise you with the city’s rich history and heritage. Local organisations are currently busy organising their events for this year. A full range of events won’t be released until August 3 (5pm), when bookings will be available through the Birmingham Heritage Week website.
What is happening at Birmingham Heritage Week 2024?
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A few spots have already confirmed their involvement with Birmingham Heritage Week. A stunning Arts & Crafts house in Harborne will open its doors to visitors for the first time. Birmingham Assay Office will also open up to the public. You can swim in the oldest swimming pool in Birmingham, dating back to 1902, as well at Woodcock Street Baths.
Buildings offering guided tours include the landmark Rotunda building, The Council House, The Exchange, Highbury Hall, Handsworth Old Town Hall, Tudor Merchant’s House and Old Grammar School, both Kings Norton, and more to come.
Cannon Hill House, St Mary’s Convent in Handsworth, Oscott College, the Grand Hotel on Colmore Row, West Midlands Police Museum, Aston Fire Station, Coffin Works in the Jewellery Quarter, New Hall Mill in Sutton Coldfield also feature during the week of events.
What was open at previous year’s events?
We’ve seen some really exciting events take place for Birmingham Heritage Week over the years. In 2021, Network Rail held a public ballot to visit the secret underground tunnel underneath The Mailbox. While last year, we were able to visit the Jewellery Quarter’s haunted catacombs. Plus, guided tours of Birmingham’s historic ‘chocolate village’.
From creative writing workshops at The Pen Museum to a glimpse into the lost industrial world of J. W. Evans Silver Factory, urban walks around Digbeth to a free family festival in Moor Pool, there’s always plenty of excitement to be found in Birmingham during September.
To learn more about Birmingham Heritage Week 2024 head here.