From Canals & Victorians to Today's City

Overview of the tour in Birmingham

Come and explore this amazing city with a local guide. We look at the early development of Birmingham right up to the present day. From the Georgian industrial growth and the coming of the canals. Then on to Victorian times when the town developed as a world center of industry and coped with huge social and infrastructure issues.

We hear how Joseph Chamberlain became the Lord Mayor and, with others, set about improving the town. Moving into the 20th century, brutalist concrete architecture and today's city are moving forward all around us - a very modern and fun city. Our walk is around 3 km in length, takes 2 hours, and includes central canal towpaths and city squares.

Part of every ticket sale and any donations at the tour end are donated to Sifa Fireside, a Digbeth-based charity that helps street dwellers in our city.

Our Guides

Jonathan Berg

Mike Harrison

On arrival

Look for the pop-up stand to the left of the entrance to the Library of Birmingham

Things to note

Please bring a pair of earphones/buds with a 3.5mm jack - if not we provide you with a new pair which you keep at the end (donation to the charity we support is appreciated).

Free Cancellation

Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.