Catacomb Tour 2- Underground Tunnel Tour @Birmingham JQFest

Dive deep beneath the city for a chance to view the underground tunnel & learn why it exists.

Date: Sat 11 July 2026
Time: 12.15pm for 12.30pm start.

The meeting point:
is at the Friends Information gazebo inside Warstone Lane cemetery, Vyse Street, Birmingham at 12.15pm check-in and collect your admittance badge.

Location link here

Please note: This outdoor venue features hilly terrain with uphill and downhill walking, including steps, and it is advisable to view the F.A.Q’s on each booking page before purchasing tickets.

For one day only, come and explore and delve into the subterranean world of Warstone Lane Cemetery and discover beneath the former church its fascinating underground tunnel, leading to the semi-circular tiered catacombs.

As you explore, you’ll hear the intriguing story of John Baskerville, the renowned printer and Japanner who experienced multiple burials. This tour will shed light on his remarkable tale. Discover the history and secrets of this fascinating location in person.

This single Victorian underground tunnel was used by residents of Hockley and workers in the Birmingham Jewellery Quarter to shelter during air raids.

Grab your torch and get ready for this history tour.

There will be one tunnel/ chamber open in the catacombs, and no human remains or coffins will be seen.

The duration of the tour is about 50 minutes or more, depending on Q & A that is encouraged.

• We ask that you arrive on time at 12.15pm before the Warstone catacomb tour commences,, to register your name and collect your admittance badge at the information stall/gazebo in Warstone Lane cemetery.

• Only those with a ticket will be admitted
• Please wear suitable clothing and footwear.

• Times slots for Catacomb Tour 2, Underground Tunnel plus the tours for Catacomb Tour 1, Hidden Chambers will be taking place at the same time, tickets will be released in stages for other time slots, allowing you to take part in both tours.

Please book these separately, allowing at least one hour between tours, this will allow the duration of the tour, booking in at Warstone Lane cemetery, collection of your admittance badge, plus the walk to neighbouring Key Hill cemetery, with a steward who will escort the group to meet your guide.

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• We advise you to read the Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of this page before purchasing tickets.

• FILMING in the cemeteries and /or catacombs.If attendees wish to video then prior permission must be sought from Film Birmingham and a Filming Request Form applied for well in advance.https://filmbirmingham.co.uk/filming-application-form/

• There is a no-smoking policy in all Birmingham cemeteries.

If you later find that you are unable to join us it would be helpful if you let us know either by following the – “view and manage your order online link “ in your confirmation email, and then selecting your order. Or via www.fkwc.org This will be passed on to the Tour Guide and will prevent any delay to the start of the event should the guide be waiting for you.

A warm welcome awaits you on our tour!
We wanted to share that all income from our events, memberships, and donations goes directly to the Friends of Key Hill Cemetery & Warstone Lane Cemetery Grave Restoration Project. Since 2004, we have been the only official group raising funds for vital grave restoration. While other groups now offer tours in the cemeteries, please be aware that their revenue does not contribute to the site. Thank you for choosing to support the preservation of our heritage!

Pleasse view the Frequently Asked Questions at the foot of the page before purchasing tickets