Join Edward Shelby, a former member of the Birmingham slogging gangs, on a cultural exploration of the city. Learn about the historical and cultural aspects of the gangs and how they differed from their portrayal in popular culture.
Join Edward Shelby, a former member of the Birmingham slogging gangs, on a cultural exploration of the city. Learn about the historical and cultural aspects of the gangs and how they differed from their portrayal in popular culture.
- West Midlands Police Museum - Here you learn about where the Birmingham Gangs were held before trial. Please note that we will not enter the museum. - The Gunmakers Quarter - Stop for a drink and learn about weapons in Birmingham and their impact on the slave trade. - Chinese Quarter - Here you will learn about international gangs - **High…
- West Midlands Police Museum - Here you learn about where the Birmingham Gangs were held before trial. Please note that we will not enter the museum.
- The Gunmakers Quarter - Stop for a drink and learn about weapons in Birmingham and their impact on the slave trade.
- Chinese Quarter - Here you will learn about international gangs
- High Street - Learn about Birmingham’s impact on the tea trade.
- Fun and educational experience
- Fun and educational experience
- Snacks
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Parking Fees (£5 to £30)
- Snacks
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Parking Fees (£5 to £30)
Are you intrigued by the history of Birmingham’s Slogging gangs? Well, we’re searching for new faces to join our tour guide Edward Shelby, who has firsthand experience with these infamous gangs, for a comprehensive tour of Birmingham and its gang history. Learn how the actuality differs from their popular representation through a tour focused on the…
Are you intrigued by the history of Birmingham’s Slogging gangs? Well, we’re searching for new faces to join our tour guide Edward Shelby, who has firsthand experience with these infamous gangs, for a comprehensive tour of Birmingham and its gang history. Learn how the actuality differs from their popular representation through a tour focused on the historical and cultural influence of these notorious gangs. Delve into the ways they wreaked havoc in Birmingham during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and discover notorious gang figures like Billy Kimber, Alfie Solomon, and the Italian Mob. This informative two-hour round trip begins and ends at Aston University, with parking facilities available, and will take you deep into the historical territories once dominated by these gangs. The tour includes two pit-stops at local pubs, offering guests the opportunity to purchase a beverage while learning more about the history of Birmingham’s gangs over the past two centuries. Contact us for further queries or to arrange a corporate tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.