Discover the rich history of Digbeth, the birthplace of Birmingham, on a guided tour. Explore public art, Peaky Blinders filming locations, and the area’s transformation into a modern city.
- Bullring Shopping Centre Walkway - We start by the Bull statue
- St. Martin in the Bull Ring - We walk past this historic church
- Digbeth - We walk the streets of Digbeth and discover the origins of Birmingham as well as the modern city. We see atmospheric areas that are full of public art and which will form the backdrop for the filming of the Peaky Blinders feature film.
- Custard Factory - The bome of Birds custard this is a bohemian part of the city and includes grafitti art in the most unexpected places.
- Live audio receiver for clear guide listening
- Bring your own earphones (3.5 mm jack) or obtain for a charity donation
- You need to bring earphones for the audio system or we can provide at cost. (£1)
Perfect for individuals curious about this unique neighborhood where Birminhgam was established. We explore the evolution of it, from a trading hamlet to becoming the world’s industrial hub. The popular TV show Peaky Blinders is set in this very district, along with the neighboring Small Heath, and it’s also the planned production location for the forthcoming feature film. The neighborhood is home to various expressions of public artwork and features ambient canals and modern infrastructure developments like the HS2 in the works. It presents an enthralling combination of bohemian elements amidst a city that’s constantly remodeling itself. The tour is scheduled such that you could also participate in our Saturday afternoon journey from the Library of Birmingham, for an all-rounded experience! The guide for the Digbeth tour is Jonathan Berg, a local author who’s penning the book ‘Birmingham’s Public Art’, scheduled for publication in 2023.
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