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Textures and Rhythms is a joint exhibition from Alison Holt and Jaci Hogan, established artists who work in two distinctly different media; textiles and pastels. Having exhibited together regularly for
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Textures and Rhythms is a joint exhibition from Alison Holt and Jaci Hogan, established artists who work in two distinctly different media; textiles and pastels.
Having exhibited together regularly for the past five years, the artists have discovered a synergy between the stitches of Alison’s landscapes and the mark making of Jaci’s seascapes. Together they explore seasonal changes, natural patterns, and elemental textures found in nature.
Alison studied at Goldsmiths and has developed a technique of free motion machine embroidery. This way of working enables Alison to paint landscapes with stitches in complex layers, giving richness of colour and a subtly sculptural texture to her work. Alison explores the interplay of light and shadow, bringing depth and atmosphere to her landscapes.
Jaci Hogan is a pastel artist whose work focuses on the sea and coastal landscapes. Having grown up in Australia, Jaci uses her childhood memories to imbue her work with the feeling of serenity she feels when by the sea. She has a fascination with the intricate patterns of sea foam and loves exploring the visual rhythm of the ocean.
Exhibition closes: Saturday 16 May 5.00pm
Image: Alison Holt, In Ancient Woodlands; Jaci Hogan, Wild West
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10.30am – 5.00pm
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Andrew Kinmont ARBSA explores atmosphere, movement and the felt experience of nature. Childhood walks through Africa’s wild landscapes shaped his sensitivity to light, space and rhythm. He graduated from the University of
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Andrew Kinmont ARBSA explores atmosphere, movement and the felt experience of nature.
Childhood walks through Africa’s wild landscapes shaped his sensitivity to light, space and rhythm.
He graduated from the University of Wales with a First-Class Honours in Fine Art in 2007, with further training at St Martins College and West Dean College. Exhibited widely, he won First Prize at the RBSA International Summer Exhibition in 2024. His work features in major collections, including Raffles Hotel in London and the Corinthian in Bucharest.
Now based near Chester, he draws inspiration from North Wales and Middle England, creating paintings that privilege sensation over description.
Exhibition closes: Saturday 13 June 5.00pm
Featured image: Andrew Kinmont ARBSA, Autumn Chorus
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10.30am – 5.00pm
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RBSA Gallery
RBSA Gallery
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Laura Adkins ARBSA is a Solihull-based ceramic sculptor who creates reliefs, sculptural assemblages and 3D forms using slab construction and individually sculpted tiles. Her work draws on ancient and cross-cultural symbolism,
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Laura Adkins ARBSA is a Solihull-based ceramic sculptor who creates reliefs, sculptural assemblages and 3D forms using slab construction and individually sculpted tiles.
Her work draws on ancient and cross-cultural symbolism, British folklore, ancestry, and ideas of memory, ritual and the passage of time. She is especially interested in how objects can act as carriers of belief and narrative.
Research, travel, photography, drawing and writing all inform her practice, helping shape a visual language that moves between the abstract, the figurative and the illustrative.
She balances planning with improvisation, allowing each piece to evolve through the making process. Working mainly in crank clay, with oxides and gas firing, she creates tactile surfaces that suggest age, weathering and excavation.
Exhibition closes: Saturday 13 June 5.00pm
Featured image: Laura Adkins ARBSA, Wild Self Portrait
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10.30am – 5.00pm
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RBSA Gallery
RBSA Gallery
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Andrew Tromans RBSA is a printmaker and artist maintaining studios in the West Midlands and Central France. His sketchbooks inform his subject matter, which is rooted in an ongoing investigation through
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Andrew Tromans RBSA is a printmaker and artist maintaining studios in the West Midlands and Central France.
His sketchbooks inform his subject matter, which is rooted in an ongoing investigation through layering, mark making and the use of hand crafted and found imagery. The physicality of carving, etching or inking is central to his process, allowing each print to carry traces of its making.
Recently he has explored Japanese woodblock techniques and is incorporating these experiences into his work combining tradition and risk taking to achieve creative output. Much of his inspiration is sourced in the industrial West Midlands and Central rural France.
Exhibition closes: Saturday 13 June 5.00pm
Featured image: Andrew Tromans RBSA, Puffin
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10.30am – 5.00pm
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RBSA Gallery
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The RBSA Portrait Prize, last held in 2024, is a celebration of portraiture, one of the oldest artistic genres in existence. Throughout history, portraits has been employed as a way of
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The RBSA Portrait Prize, last held in 2024, is a celebration of portraiture, one of the oldest artistic genres in existence.
Throughout history, portraits has been employed as a way of immortalising a person or group, and preserving their appearance for future generations. No other type of painting can give such insights into social and cultural history, and portraits allow us the unique gift of being able to connect with individuals, both living and dead. Indeed, the importance and popularity of portraiture remain undiminished today.
More recently, portraits have used to express more abstract themes, including the emotions or the state of the inner-self, without necessarily focusing on physical likeness, and greats such as Van Gogh, Kahlo, Picasso, Bacon, and Rembrandt all documented emotional turbulence in powerful self-portraits.
The RBSA Portrait Prize is open to established and emerging artists working in any media, including photography and digital art, and entries came from both UK based and international artists.
This year’s exhibition will be selected by:
- Brian Bishop – Senior Lecturer in Fine Art and Course Director for BA (Hons) in Fine Art, Birmingham School of Art
- Anthony Connolly President RP – President, Royal Society of Portrait Painters
- Dr Hannah Higham – Head of Collections, Royal Academy of Arts
The following prizes will be awarded:
- First Prize: £1000
- Second Prize: £500
- Third Prize: £250
Up to six highly commended certificates will be awarded
Preview Evening: Tuesday 5 May 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Exhibition closes: Saturday 13 June 5.00pm
Image: Jamie Coan, Ponder
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10.30am – 5.00pm
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RBSA Gallery
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Join us in a 2 hour clean up Birmingham’s cemeteries and make the Jewellery Quarter shine! Join us
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Join us to tidy up Birmingham cemeteries and keep the Jewellery Quarter looking ace!
Jewellery Quarter Litter Pick- Birmingham cemeteries
Come join us for a community clean-up at the Birmingham cemeteries! Let’s work together to keep our city beautiful and litter-free. No experience necessary, just bring your enthusiasm and a pair of gloves. We’ll provide the rest! See you there!
Jewellery Quarter Litter Pick- Birmingham cemeteries
Date: Sat 9 May 2026
Time: 10.30am-12.30pm
Location: The JQ Modern, Golden Square, Vyse Street, Birmingham here
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and help clean up our beautiful cemeteries in the Jewellery Quarter. This is a fantastic opportunity to give back to the community and make a positive impact on the environment.
We will meet at the JQ Modern, Golden Square, Vyse Street, Birmingham at 10.30am and together we will walk to the cemeteries, so come along and lend a hand. Let’s work together to keep our cemeteries clean and pristine for everyone to enjoy!
Equipment is provided, please wear suitable clothing & footwear.
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 by sending an email www.fkwc.org this will be passed on to the organizer and will prevent any delay to the start of the event should the leader be waiting for you.
Friends of Key Hill Cemetery & Warstone Lane Cemetery have been caring for the cemeteries and raising funds for grave restoration since 2004.
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Website: www.fkwc.org
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Jewellery Quarter
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Explore Key Hill Victorian Catacomb Chambers . The Meeting Point: Inside neigbouring Warstone Lane Cemetery Explore the eerie
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Explore the eerie catacomb chambers of Key Hill Cemetery on a tour that delves into the history of air raid shelters during V.E. Day.
V.E. Day, Air Raid Shelter Catacomb Chambers Tour
Date: Sat 9 May 2026
Time: 10.40am
The meeting point: is at the Friends Information gazebo inside the neigbouring Warstone Lane cemetery, Vyse Street, Birmingham at 10.40am to check-in and collect your admittance badge.
A steward will escort the group to meet your guide in Key Hill Cemetery for 11am start.
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Join us for a unique experience exploring the Victorian Catacomb Chambers used as Air Raid Shelters during WWII.
Step back in time and uncover the history of this hidden location.
Our knowledgeable guide will lead you through the chambers, sharing stories and insights along the way.
Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into Birmingham’s past in a truly immersive way!
Find out about the history of the Key Hill catacombs and why they exist, discover the hidden secrets of the catacombs, and learn about the history of this historic location and the connection to the author Washington Irving ( Sleepy Hollow & Rip Van Winkle)
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a curious explorer, or simply looking for a memorable experience, this Key Hill Cemetery tour promises to be a captivating adventure. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with the past and immerse yourself in Birmingham’s fascinating heritage.Don’t miss out on these unique opportunities to delve into Birmingham’s fascinating history!
- We ask that you arrive 20 minutes before the Key Hill tour commences at 11am to register your name and collect your admittance badge at the information stall/gazebo in Warstone Lane cemetery here
- ALL TOURS on this day only will leave from the Friends Information Stall in Warstone Lane cemetery after you have collected your admission badge.This Key Hill catacomb tour involves walking from Warstone Lane cemetery to Key Hill cemetery downhill and uphill.
- BEFORE purchasing tickets, please read the Frequently Asked Questions at the foot of each booking page, below the map.
- Only those with a ticket will be admitted.
- Please wear suitable clothing and footwear.
This Tour involves walking uphill and down hill. - Times slots will be released in stages
- If you have booked tickets for both Warstone Lane Tunnel Tour and Key Hill interior catacomb tours, ensure that you allow time for booking in , at the stall, the duration of the tour, plus the walk from one venue to the other with one of our Stewards.
It is wise to leave one hour clear between tours.
- 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 by sending an email 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.Your tour guide looks forward to welcoming you.
We thank you for supporting the Friends; all revenue is for grave restoration.
Please view the “Frequently Asked Questions” below before purchasing tickets.
Key Hill Catacomb Chambers, in Hockley, Birmingham Jewellery Quarter,
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Warstone Lane Cemetery
Vyse Street Pitsford Street ,, Birmingham, B18
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Come explore the single underground tunnel used as air raid shelters during World War II on our V.E Day tour!
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Welcome to the V.E. Day, Air Raid Shelter Underground Tunnel Tour at Warstone Lane Cemetery! May 9, 2026, at 10:30 AM (Europe/London)
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.
This single underground tunnel was used by residents of Hockley and workers in the Birmingham Jewellery Quarter during air raids and the Birmingham Blitz.
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. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind event!
The Birmingham Blitz, these catacombs were used as Air Raid shelters, along with neighbouring Key Hill catacombs, during WWII.
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.
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- We ask that you arrive 15 minutes before the Warstone catacomb tour commences at 11am 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 Warstone Lane Tunnel Tour will be released in stages for 11.00am: 12.00pm: 1.00pm: 2.00pm: 3.00pm time slots.
Additionally, Into the Shadows, Key Hill underground Catacomb Chambers Tours will be taking place at the same time and will be released in stages for 11.00am: 12.00pm: 1.00pm: 2.00pm: 3.00pm time slots.
- Guided Tours of Key Hill cemetery catacomb chambers require booking separately.
Please book this 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.
Grab your torch and get ready for this history tour.
- We advise you to read the Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of this page before purchasing tickets.
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- 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.Your tour guide looks forward to welcoming you.
We thank you for supporting the Friends, all revenue is for grave restoration.
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. – 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.
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Don’t miss out on these unique opportunities to delve into Birmingham’s fascinating history!
Please view the Frequently Asked Questions below before purchasing tickets.
Please view the Frequently Asked Questions below before purchasing tickets.
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Warstone Lane Cemetery
Vyse Street Pitsford Street ,, Birmingham, B18
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Explore the eerie catacomb chambers of Key Hill Cemetery on a tour that delves into the history of air raid shelters during V.E. Day.
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V.E. Day, Air Raid Shelter Catacomb Chambers Tour
Date: Sat 9 May 2026
Time: 12.40pm
The meeting point: is at the Friends Information gazebo inside the neigbouring Warstone Lane cemetery, Vyse Street, Birmingham at 12.40pm to check-in and collect your admittance badge.
A steward will escort the group to meet your guide in Key Hill Cemetery for 1pm.
Location link here
Join us for a unique experience exploring the Victorian Catacomb Chambers used as Air Raid Shelters during WWII.
Step back in time and uncover the history of this hidden location.
Our knowledgeable guide will lead you through the chambers, sharing stories and insights along the way.
Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into Birmingham’s past in a truly immersive way!
Find out about the history of the Key Hill catacombs and why they exist, discover the hidden secrets of the catacombs, and learn about the history of this historic location and the connection to the author Washington Irving ( Sleepy Hollow & Rip Van Winkle)
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a curious explorer, or simply looking for a memorable experience, this Key Hill Cemetery tour promises to be a captivating adventure. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with the past and immerse yourself in Birmingham’s fascinating heritage.Don’t miss out on these unique opportunities to delve into Birmingham’s fascinating history!
- We ask that you arrive 20 minutes before the Key Hill tour commences at 1pm to register your name and collect your admittance badge at the information stall/gazebo in Warstone Lane cemetery here
- ALL TOURS on this day only will leave from the Friends Information Stall in Warstone Lane cemetery after you have collected your admission badge.This Key Hill catacomb tour involves walking from Warstone Lane cemetery to Key Hill cemetery downhill and uphill.
- BEFORE purchasing tickets, please read the Frequently Asked Questions at the foot of each booking page, below the map.
- Only those with a ticket will be admitted.
- Please wear suitable clothing and footwear.
This Tour involves walking uphill and down hill. - Times slots will be released in stages for 11.am: 12.pm: 1.00pm: 2.00pm & 3pm time slots.
- If you have booked tickets for both Warstone Lane Tunnel Tour and Key Hill interior catacomb tours, ensure that you allow time for booking in , at the stall, the duration of the tour, plus the walk from one venue to the other with one of our Stewards.
It is wise to leave one hour clear between tours.
- 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 by sending an email 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.Your tour guide looks forward to welcoming you.
We thank you for supporting the Friends; all revenue is for grave restoration.
Please view the “Frequently Asked Questions” below before purchasing tickets.
Please view the Frequently Asked Questions below before purchasing tickets.
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Warstone Lane Cemetery
Vyse Street Pitsford Street ,, Birmingham, B18
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🥂 ONE MORE TIME — DAY PARTY Birmingham, it’s throwback o’clock. One More Time is a 90s & 00s bottomless brunch day disco packed with Britney, Usher, Destiny’s Child and
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🥂 ONE MORE TIME — DAY PARTY
Birmingham, it’s throwback o’clock.
One More Time is a 90s & 00s bottomless brunch day disco packed with Britney, Usher, Destiny’s Child and all the bangers your teenage self still knows every word to.
Bottomless drinks. Dancefloor chaos. Zero shame.Free entry, with brunch tickets available for those who like their nostalgia served with unlimited prosecco.
This is a daytime party for people who still love a night out… just a bit earlier.
📅 Saturday 9th May
⏰ 1PM – 7PM (day party supremacy)
📍 The Actress & Bishop, Birmingham
💿 Expect wall-to-wall 90s & 00s bangers
🕺 Dance like it’s a Year 6 disco but with better drinks.
🥂 FREE ENTRY (yes, actually free)
🍳 Bottomless Brunch tickets £32 per person (£10 deposit per person) – because unlimited drinks deserve commitment.
Come for a bop, stay for as long as you’re able to make regrettable choices and leave questioning your step count and your voice.
Low-rise jeans optional. Good vibes mandatory.
BOTTOMLESS MENU A&B
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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B’Spoke are a funky fresh band bringing high-energy Soul and R&B classics to the stage. With influences from Chic to Brand New Heavies, their set features iconic hits from the ’80s to
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B’Spoke are a funky fresh band bringing high-energy Soul and R&B classics to the stage. With influences from Chic to Brand New Heavies, their set features iconic hits from the ’80s to today — including Chaka Khan, The Jacksons, Lauryn Hill, Beyoncé, and more. Expect unique medleys and irresistible grooves to get you moving!
🎧 Hosted by DJ Pete Sherriff, spinning a mix of classic and modern tracks & videos throughout the night.
🎹 Live music starts at 9pm with our resident piano & drums duo, followed by B’Spoke at 11pm.
🍽️ Bars & Restaurant Open from 6pm
🍸 2-for-1 Cocktails – 6pm to 8pm
🎟️ Admission:
Free before 8pm
£5 before 9pm
£8 before 11pm
£10 after
Advance Tickets £10
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The Jam House
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A Journey Through Time: The Druid, the Town Crier, and the Titanic Passenger, plus 178 Years of History
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Extraordinary Lives Tour 1, Warstone Lane Cemetery, Birmingham
Come and walk off the winter blues and do something different this New Year. Join us for an unforgettable experience at Warstone Lane Cemetery in Birmingham!
Our Extraordinary Lives Tour 2 will take you on a journey through the fascinating stories of individuals laid to rest in this historic cemetery. Discover tales of triumph, tragedy, and everything in between as our knowledgeable guides lead you through the cemetery’s winding paths. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the extraordinary lives of those who have gone before us. Book your spot now!
A Journey Through Time: The Druid, the Town Crier, and the Titanic Passenger
Join us for an enlightening walking history tour in Warstone Lane Cemetery. This in-person event offers a unique opportunity to delve deep into the rich history of one of Birmingham’s most iconic landmarks.
Date: Sun 10 MAY 2026
Time: 11.50am for 12pm
Location: Warstone Lane cemetery, Vsye Street, B18
Meeting point: inside the cemetery here
On Sunday, 10 May we will gather inside the cemetery at 11:50 AM to embark on a captivating exploration of the cemetery and its residents. Our knowledgeable guide will regale you with fascinating tales, bringing the cemetery’s rich history to life. From prominent figures to unsung heroes, you’ll uncover the stories that form the tapestry of Birmingham’s past.
What to Expect
During this tour, we’ll delve into the stories hidden within the tombstones of this historic Birmingham location. Our guide will share the secrets and stories from the stones, shedding light on the lives of those who rest here.
We will also view the exterior catacombs and uncover the story of John Baskerville, the renowned printer who has an intriguing history of being buried several times. Additionally, we will learn about Major Harry Gem, the co-founder of Lawn Tennis, whose final resting place is also within the cemetery.
Highlights of the Tour
· Discover the Final Resting Place of John Baskerville: Delve into the legacy of a significant figure in the printing world, whose innovations left a lasting impact on typography.
· Learn About Major Harry Gem: Gain insights into the life of the co-founder of Lawn Tennis, an influential figure in the history of sports.
· View the War Stone: Witness a boulder from the Ice Age, a remarkable natural landmark within the cemetery.
· View the exterior Semi-Circular Tiered Catacombs: Marvel at the architectural design of these unique structures in this Church of England cemetery, along with the accompanying lodge.
· Explore the Rich History and Architecture: Traverse the cemetery and admire its historical and architectural significance, reflecting the city’s storied past.
· Hear Tales of Prominent Figures and Unsung Heroes: Listen to captivating stories about Birmingham’s notable individuals and those who made significant yet lesser-known contributions to society.
Notable Figures Buried Here
· George William Manley: A distinguished gentleman from the Ancient Order of the Druids, whose life and contributions are commemorated here.
· James Cooper: A recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest military decoration, honoured for his valour.
· Edward Warrulan: The son of an Aboriginal Chief, whose resting place highlights a unique cultural heritage.
· William Edward Hipkins: The Managing Director of Avery’s Scale Makers, whose life tragically ended aboard the Titanic.
· Jacob Wilson: Known as Birmingham’s last Town Crier, a role steeped in historical tradition.
· John Postgate: A dedicated food safety campaigner whose efforts brought significant reforms.
· John Inshaw: Celebrated for his innovation with the Steam Carriage, marking advancements in automotive history.
· John Baskerville: Delve into the legacy of a significant figure in the printing world, whose innovations left a lasting impact on typography.
· Major Harry Gem: Gain insights into the life of the co-founder of Lawn Tennis, an influential figure in the history of sports.
Why You Should Join
Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply seeking a unique experience, this cemetery tour promises to be an unforgettable adventure. Feel the thrill as you walk in the footsteps of those who came before, their stories etched in stone. This tour offers a new perspective on Birmingham’s heritage and is an opportunity not to be missed.
So, mark your calendars and prepare to immerse yourself in the allure of Warstone Lane cemetery ( Brookfields) Join us for and gain a new appreciation for the city’s storied past.
* 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 by sending an email 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
Your Tour Guide looks forward to welcoming you.
Tourists outside the Cemetery Lodge and about to view the famous War Stone
Please view the F.A.Q’s below before purchasing tickets
Please view the F.A.Q’s below before purchasing tickets
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Warstone Lane Cemetery
Vyse Street Pitsford Street ,, Birmingham, B18
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In association with you only die once festival The Birmingham catacombs are one of the city’s best-kept secrets.
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The Birmingham catacombs are one of the city’s best-kept secrets. Join us and learn about their fascinating past.
Don’t miss:
The druid burial that looks like it should be at Stonehenge
The grave of Alfred Bird of Birds custard
The man who invented tennis.
The inventor of the lightbulb
The JQ connection with the Titanic
The Avery scales family
The printer whose embalmed body was moved around Birmingham.
The walk takes approximately two hours and involves walking over uneven ground, so sturdy footwear, and good mobility is recommended.
The tour will go ahead unless the weather conditions are deemed unsafe by the met office. Suitable clothing is recommended.
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Jewellery Quarter
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This tour gets under the skin of the city. We follow the ‘secret canal’ to the Jewellery Quarter and see how a Georgian country estate grew
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This tour gets under the skin of the city. We follow the ‘secret canal’ to the Jewellery Quarter and see how a Georgian country estate grew into one of the world’s most inventive industrial environments.
We’ll explore everything from artisan jewellers to vast 19th-century factories that supplied the globe. But this isn’t just a history walk—we’ll also see the roles the Quarter plays in today’s city, and where Birmingham is heading next.
The tour mixes hidden corners, big questions and surprising stories. Your guide, local author and photographer Jonathan Berg, brings it all to life. At the end, you’ll receive a copy of Invention & Design: Elkington of Birmingham—a beautifully illustrated book that uncovers the mindset of Victorian entrepreneurs who helped shape our modern city.
A relaxed and thought-provoking way to spend a Sunday afternoon—with fresh air, good company and a new view of Birmingham.
Tours start/finish: Library of Birmingham entrance, Centenary Square, B1 2ND
Cost: £15.00
See ‘Learn More’ below for full information and booking.
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Jewellery Quarter
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Positively Birmingham
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Join us for The Actress Blues club every Sunday from 18:30! Catch The Shakedown brothers live 10th May, free entry! Email us at to reserve a table. “A superb night from
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Join us for The Actress Blues club every Sunday from 18:30!
Catch The Shakedown brothers live 10th May, free entry! Email us at to reserve a table.
“A superb night from the Shakedown Brothers” “One of the best bands we’ve ever had” Louth Blues Club
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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🍻 THE BIG QUIZ – EVERY MONDAY Monday nights at The Actress & Bishop are not for the weak. Our Big Quiz is a fast-paced, phone-based, brain-melting pub quiz where there are
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🍻 THE BIG QUIZ – EVERY MONDAY
Monday nights at The Actress & Bishop are not for the weak.
Our Big Quiz is a fast-paced, phone-based, brain-melting pub quiz where there are no pens, no paper, and absolutely no cheating (we’re watching you 👀). Just you, your mates and your smartphones battling it out for glory, prizes and bragging rights.
With a mix of general knowledge, pop culture, music and “how did I know that?!” moments, it’s the perfect way to start the week without wanting to cry into your pint.
Grab a drink, grab a team, and let the speed quiz chaos begin.
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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ACM Sounds is a night devoted to students of the Academy of Contemporary Music to build and develop on their live shows. This free entry event gives the locals a chance
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ACM Sounds is a night devoted to students of the Academy of Contemporary Music to build and develop on their live shows.
This free entry event gives the locals a chance to discover someone new and to support live music.
This monthly event explores all types of genres and styles spanning from Metal to Rap and Jazz to R&B. Join us in supporting the next generation in music.
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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Quiz night every Wednesday. Test your knowledge with your team amongst a great crowd with our competitively friendly quiz.
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Great drinks, great food, great company!
Put your grey matter to the test with our competitively friendly quiz. Book your place and table for your team.
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Temper and Brown
12-13 Albion Street, Birmingham, B1 3ED
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Come along and support the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire students in their performances on the 2nd Thursday of each month. Musicians appearing with kind permission of RBC. Admission is free. Donations welcome for Raise
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Come along and support the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire students in their performances on the 2nd Thursday of each month.
Musicians appearing with kind permission of RBC.
Admission is free.
Donations welcome for Raise the Roof.
Refreshments available from 12.45pm.
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St Paul's Church JQ
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Critically acclaimed for his vocal finesse, charm and charisma, you can be excused for believing James McAllister really is the “Chairman of the Board”, regularly performing with the likes of the
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Critically acclaimed for his vocal finesse, charm and charisma, you can be excused for believing James McAllister really is the “Chairman of the Board”, regularly performing with the likes of the Syd Lawrence Orchestra, The Rat Pack Live!, BBC Big Band winners Fat Chops and many more.
Tonight’s show is the brainchild of jazz pianist, Edgar Macías. The project is inspired by Sinatra’s rare recordings with a small band from his Radio Days show, “To Be Perfectly Frank”, broadcast in the early ‘fifties where he performed a 15 min show live – twice a week – for two years.
Other inspirations for Edgar include Sinatra’s collaboration with the Red Norvo Sextet during a tour in Australia in ’59, the Paris Concert with Sextet, live in ’62, the saloon songs with his pianist Bill Miller, and later on, in ’67, the collaboration with the Brazilian composer & singer/guitarist Antonio Carlos Jobim, singing bosa nova.
Edgar Macías has also adapted some well-known Big Band arrangements of Ol’ Blue Eyes’ hits by the likes of Nelson Riddle, Count Basie, Quincy Jones, and Don Costa to play in the small combo setting
This show is one not to be missed as Edgar Macías Quartet presents An Evening of Sinatra with James McAllister alongside Chris Bowden on flute, alto & tenor sax, Arine Somogy on double bass, Miles Levin on drums, and, of course, Edgar Macías on piano.
Restaurant & bars opens at 6pm.
Advance Tickets: £10
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The Jam House
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Uncover Music presents PINS PINS – Faith Vern, Lois Macdonald, Kyoko Swan and Abbi Phillips – are a Manchester band known for their danceable post-punk sound, earning support from figures such as
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Uncover Music presents
PINS
PINS – Faith Vern, Lois Macdonald, Kyoko Swan and Abbi Phillips – are a Manchester band known for their danceable post-punk sound, earning support from figures such as Iggy Pop and Jamie Hince (The Kills). Their music has been championed by outlets including The Guardian, Interview Magazine, Harper’s Bazaar and Stereogum.
Now signed to Clue Records and recording new material at Holy Mountain Studios in Hackney, PINS are entering an exciting new chapter. Recent single I’ll Be Yours hints at what’s to come, with further releases and live dates set to follow throughout the year.
Known for explosive live shows, PINS have appeared at major festivals including SXSW and the main stage at Reading & Leeds, as well as supporting artists ranging from Sleater-Kinney and The Breeders to The Cribs and Stereophonics.
Their 2015 album Wild Nights (Bella Union) was recorded at Rancho De La Luna with Dave Catching (Eagles of Death Metal) and drew acclaim for its jangly, melodic post-punk with a surfy edge. Its follow-up, Hot Slick, pushed the band into sleeker, electronic and club-leaning textures, welcoming a rotating cast of collaborators including Rich Woodcraft, Jamie Hince and Dean Honer, plus contributions from Nathan Saoudi of Fat White Family. The result is a rich, expansive sound nodding to influences like Goldfrapp and LCD Soundsystem while remaining unmistakably PINS.
From their early days recording their first EP at SWAYS studio in Salford (now The White Hotel), PINS have consistently championed women in the arts. Whether curating tours with female and non-binary-fronted artists or working with women on videos, artwork, design and mastering, they remain committed to putting female creativity at the forefront of their ethos.
In 2025, the band marked the 10-year anniversary of Wild Nights with a UK tour, reconnecting with a stripped-back, garage-driven sound rooted in girl-group melody and inspired by the untamed artistic spirit of The Velvet Underground. This return to raw energy complements their analogue-driven approach – from recording on tape machines and shooting film photographs to creating 8mm music videos. PINS continue to celebrate the tactile beauty and imperfections of analogue art.
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Actress and Bishop (official)
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Birmingham in the 19th-century was hailed as the ‘workshop of the world’. The Jewellery Quarter was its busy hub, producing jewellery, silver and tableware. About 40% of British jewellery is still
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Birmingham in the 19th-century was hailed as the ‘workshop of the world’. The Jewellery Quarter was its busy hub, producing jewellery, silver and tableware.
About 40% of British jewellery is still made there. Behind a frontage of terraced houses, J.W.Evans Silver Factory is among its most complete surviving historic factories. Crammed with tools and equipment, it’s preserved as if the workers might return at any minute.
Entry to J.W Evans is through guided tours only and advance booking is essential. Please arrive at the time on your booking as tours start promptly.
Note there are two tours on the day below starting at 11.00am and 13.30pm
We advise that unfortunately, the tour is not suitable for those with poor mobility, due to the uneven floors, narrow walkways, and steep stairs across the building. Minimum age for the tours is 16 years old.
You can book online until 9am on the day of your visit. Tickets are free for members – just remember to bring your English Heritage membership card. You can join as a member online or during your visit.
We can’t wait to see you at J. W. Evans Silver Factory soon.
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JW Evans Silver Factory
54-57 Albion Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B1 3EA
0370 333 1181
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JW Evans Silver Factory
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An Introduction to both Key Hill Cemetery & Warstone Lane Cemetery Start your weekend here. An Early Evening Tour
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Start your weekend here.
An Early Evening Tour of Warstone Lane and Key Hill Cemeteries
Explore History, Mystery, and Remarkable Stories with Dennis on Friday, 15 May, for a unique early evening tour that delves into the fascinating history of Warstone Lane Cemetery and Key Hill Cemetery.
From 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm or later, embark on a journey through time and discover intriguing tales, remarkable individuals, and iconic landmarks that define these historic resting places.
What to Expect
· Meet Unique Figures: Discover the story of the world’s youngest and smallest performer, the tragic tale of Author Kathleen Dayus’s family, Birmingham’s Last Town Crier, a link to the Titanic, along with important historical personalities who shaped the era.
· Natural and Architectural Wonders: Marvel at the Ice Age boulder, the Lodge, and explore the exterior catacombs that are found in both cemeteries.
About the Cemeteries
Warstone Lane Cemetery and Key Hill Cemetery are steeped in history, offering a glimpse into the lives and legacies of those who played significant roles in society. As you walk through these preserved grounds, you’ll uncover stories that resonate with the past while appreciating the enduring charm of Victorian architecture.
Why Attend?
This guided tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, architecture admirers, or anyone curious about the rich tapestry of human stories interwoven with these sites.
Meeting Point: Outside the Rose Villa Tavern, on the corner of Warstone Lane & Vyse Street.
The starting time is 5:30 pm, ready to embark on an unforgettable journey.
Mark Your Calendar!
Don’t miss this engaging introduction to two of the city’s most renowned cemeteries. Whether you’re local or visiting, this event is an excellent way to deepen your connection to history while enjoying the unique ambiance of these treasured sites.
We look forward to welcoming you on this remarkable tour. See you there!
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear
Ensure you read the F.A.Q’s at the foot of this page before purchasing tickets
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Jewellery Quarter
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ALL SINGING ALL DANCING FRIDAYS is a night of fantastic food & drinks deals and Tremendous Live Entertainment! The Black Jeans are a high-energy four-piece band bringing the ultimate feel-good vibes with
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ALL SINGING ALL DANCING FRIDAYS is a night of fantastic food & drinks deals and Tremendous Live Entertainment!
The Black Jeans are a high-energy four-piece band bringing the ultimate feel-good vibes with a setlist packed full of iconic singalong anthems from the past few decades. From the soulful sounds of Rag’n’Bone Man to the infectious beats of Justin Timberlake, The Black Eyed Peas, Arctic Monkeys, and The Killers — they’ve got something for everyone.
They’ll be lighting up the Jam House stage at 11pm, ready to keep the dance floor buzzing and leave you wanting more!
Your Host for the Night: DJ Pete Sherriff
Spinning a mix of classic and contemporary tracks and videos, DJ Pete Sherriff sets the tone and introduces our first live act at 9pm — a boogie-woogie performance by our resident piano & drum duo.
Doors Open at 6pm
🍸 2-4-1 Cocktails before midnight!
Admission:
- Free before 8pm
- £5 before 10pm
- £8 After
Advance Tickets: £5
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The Jam House
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🎶 CHARLOTTE YOUNG — FRIDAY 15th May Start your weekend the right way with Charlotte Young live at The Actress & Bishop. From classic sing-alongs to modern favourites, Charlotte delivers the kind
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🎶 CHARLOTTE YOUNG — FRIDAY 15th May
Start your weekend the right way with Charlotte Young live at The Actress & Bishop.
From classic sing-alongs to modern favourites, Charlotte delivers the kind of live set that makes strangers become friends and turns “just one drink” into “we’re still here at 2am”.
Live music from 8pm, followed by our resident DJ keeping the party going until 02:30.
Free entry — just email to reserve your space.
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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🎤✨ GIG ANNOUNCEMENT ✨🎤 Call me, call me… 📞 because this one’s going to be atomic! Blondish – A Blondie Tribute are hitting the stage at The Actress & Bishop for a
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🎤✨ GIG ANNOUNCEMENT ✨🎤
Call me, call me… 📞 because this one’s going to be atomic!
Blondish – A Blondie Tribute are hitting the stage at The Actress & Bishop for a night of iconic hits, new wave energy, and pure Debbie Harry attitude.
Expect all the classics — Heart of Glass, One Way or Another, Hanging on the Telephone — and plenty more to keep you dancing all night.
Free your diary, bring your crew, and get ready to channel your inner Blondie. 💋
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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The 2026 Valuers’ Conference, hosted by the Institute of Registered Valuers (IRV), will take place from the 16th to the
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The Valuers’ Conference, sponsored by Bonhams, is designed to provide a friendly, welcoming experience for all those interested in jewellery valuation and gemmology.
When: 16-17 May
Where: Edgbaston Park Hotel, Birmingham
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Edgbaston Park Hotel, Birmingham
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Set in the heart of the JQ in The Golden Square, the Jewellery Quarter Artisan Market is a vibrant showcase of creativity, craftsmanship, and community. As part of Birmingham Artisan
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Set in the heart of the JQ in The Golden Square, the Jewellery Quarter Artisan Market is a vibrant showcase of creativity, craftsmanship, and community. As part of Birmingham Artisan Markets, this event brings together a carefully curated selection of independent artisans, makers, and food vendors, offering high-quality, handmade goods you won’t find anywhere else.
Held on the third Saturday of every month, the market is the perfect place to explore a diverse range of products, from handcrafted jewelry and unique homeware to artisan food and drink. Whether you’re a local resident, a visitor, or a lover of all things handmade, our market provides a welcoming and inspiring space to shop, eat, and connect.
Join us in The Golden Square, right in the heart of the historic Jewellery Quarter, and experience a truly special market celebrating independent businesses and local talent.
Follow us for the latest updates on market dates, featured traders, and special events. We can’t wait to see you there!
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The Golden Square
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The Heels – a soul, funk & ska revue from BirminghamTipping a Panama hat to the horn-heavy grooves of New York, New Orleans and Jamaica, the Heels’ dance-infectious set steps
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The Heels – a soul, funk & ska revue from BirminghamTipping a Panama hat to the horn-heavy grooves of New York, New Orleans and Jamaica, the Heels’ dance-infectious set steps up to the mark.
Get yourself Heeled.
Free entry – reserve your free ticket via the link!
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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The Black Jeans are a high-energy four-piece band bringing the ultimate feel-good vibes with a setlist packed full of iconic singalong anthems from the past few decades. From the soulful
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The Black Jeans are a high-energy four-piece band bringing the ultimate feel-good vibes with a setlist packed full of iconic singalong anthems from the past few decades. From the soulful sounds of Rag’n’Bone Man to the infectious beats of Justin Timberlake, The Black Eyed Peas, Arctic Monkeys, and The Killers — they’ve got something for everyone.
They’ll be lighting up the Jam House stage at 11pm, ready to keep the dance floor buzzing and leave you wanting more!
Your Host for the Night: DJ Pete Sherriff
Spinning a mix of classic and contemporary tracks and videos, DJ Pete Sherriff sets the tone and introduces our first live act at 9pm — a boogie-woogie performance by our resident piano & drum duo.
Doors Open at 6pm
🍸 2-4-1 Cocktails from 6pm–8pm
Admission:
- Free before 8pm
- £5 before 9pm
- £8 before 11pm
- £10 after
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The Jam House
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🎶 SEAN REEVES Sean Reeves returns with his feel-good acoustic covers and warm vocals. His live sets always get the crowd involved. As a result, the room fills with energy. At the
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🎶 SEAN REEVES
Sean Reeves returns with his feel-good acoustic covers and warm vocals.
His live sets always get the crowd involved. As a result, the room fills with energy. At the same time, the music stays easy to enjoy.
So, this is a perfect Friday night out in Birmingham.
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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On this course you will get hands on with the new fun, quicker way to learn calligraphy using fine point nib. In the morning, we will get used to the
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On this course you will get hands on with the new fun, quicker way to learn calligraphy using fine point nib. In the morning, we will get used to the script and practice and in the afternoon, I will show you design layout and all you will need to be happily confident that you can use this new-found skill regularly after leaving the class on all those special things you are creating.I will also show you the difference different inks, nibs and papers make to your work and introduce you to ‘Coliro’ which is a fabulous new metallic product that makes your work look a million dollars!
Nib holders, nibs, paper, various inks, practice lines and paper/ card to complete cards will all be provided. Additional materials to set you up outside of the class will also be available to purchase from Jane and the Pen Museum shop. The workshop is suitable for beginners and the more experienced calligrapher and is also ideal for lefthanders.
If you attended a previous class, we would begin to fine tune the skills learnt already.
See you there – Jane
Lunch Arrangements
Lunch will not be provided during the event.Participants are welcome to bring their own lunch if they prefer.This approach allows individuals to cater to their own dietary preferences and requirements.
Museum admission is not included
Suitable for Adults Only.
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Pen Museum Events
Pen Museum
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🍻 THE BIG QUIZ – EVERY MONDAY Monday nights at The Actress & Bishop are not for the weak. Our Big Quiz is a fast-paced, phone-based, brain-melting pub quiz where there are
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🍻 THE BIG QUIZ – EVERY MONDAY
Monday nights at The Actress & Bishop are not for the weak.
Our Big Quiz is a fast-paced, phone-based, brain-melting pub quiz where there are no pens, no paper, and absolutely no cheating (we’re watching you 👀). Just you, your mates and your smartphones battling it out for glory, prizes and bragging rights.
With a mix of general knowledge, pop culture, music and “how did I know that?!” moments, it’s the perfect way to start the week without wanting to cry into your pint.
Grab a drink, grab a team, and let the speed quiz chaos begin.
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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The Small Works Exhibition is a unique show from the Society’s Membership, intended as a starting point for those visitors wishing to embark upon building an art collection. All of the
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The Small Works Exhibition is a unique show from the Society’s Membership, intended as a starting point for those visitors wishing to embark upon building an art collection.
All of the work included in the exhibition is no larger than 45cm, and everything is priced at £500 and under, making the work highly affordable.
The artworks on display come from RBSA Members, Associates, and Graduate Artists, and demonstrate the breadth of techniques and approaches employed by the Society’s artists. With an ever growing Membership, contemporary pieces sit next to more traditional works, resulting in a rich and diverse exhibition of both 2D and 3D works.
At various times throughout the exhibition, exhibiting artists will be present in the Gallery to discuss the work with visitors, and advise on how to build up a collection. Visitors can also ask advice on caring for artwork and the best ways in which to display it.
Exhibition closes: Saturday 13 June 5.00pm
Image: Michael Salt RBSA, Autumn Water
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10.30am – 5.00pm
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RBSA Gallery
RBSA Gallery
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Poetry’s Got Form A creative writing workshop looking at poetry from different perspectives Join Rick Sanders from Verve for a workshop exploring poetry in all its forms. This workshop is for novice
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Poetry’s Got Form
A creative writing workshop looking at poetry from different perspectives
Join Rick Sanders from Verve for a workshop exploring poetry in all its forms. This workshop is for novice or experienced poets, or poets with a good understanding of writing poetry who want to develop specific skills in writing form poetry. This is for adults (+16yrs) only; and only suitable for those who have experience of writing poetry.
What to Bring:
Bring your passion for words, an open heart, and a willingness to explore the world through poetry. Please bring something to write on and something to write with. All other materials will be provided.
The workshop is 2 hours in duration. Please arrive ten minutes before the session as the Hive closes at 3.30 pm and you may not be able to gain access after that.
And if you like poetry, you can return later in the day to attend the Verve Open Door, a free open mic poetry event that takes place at the Hive during the evening – you might even want to perform your poems!
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The Hive
43-47 Vittoria Street, Birmingham, B1 3ND
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The Hive
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Make It Mend it, a monthly drop-in community craft group at The Hive. Attendance is free and all ages and abilities are welcome.
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Make It Mend It is our monthly drop-in craft and mending cafe.
This super informal gathering is for anyone wanting to learn how to fix, mend, upcycle or repair items and objects.
The workshops are supported by the inventive and talented artisan Louise Ludlam-Snook @upcycledinteriorsuk
Louise will be on hand to help you with your creative endeavours and there will be lots of opportunities to use our in-house sewing machines, glue guns, cutting mats and other FREE resources. If you have a particular project you would like to discuss or any questions please get in touch on
For the first half of 2026 we’ll also be offering textile tasters so you can try some different techniques such as weaving and find new ways with fabrics.
Free materials. Free refreshments. Drop in between 6 pm and 8 pm.
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The Hive
43-47 Vittoria Street, Birmingham, B1 3ND
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The Hive
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Join us for a hilarious Comedy Night at Temper & Brown – it’s going to be a night full of laughs and good vibes!
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Comedy Night – Tuesday 19 May at Temper & Brown
Join us on Tuesday 19 May as Temper & Brown transforms into a full-on comedy club for one night only. Expect big laughs, great vibes, and top-tier comedy talent in the heart of Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter.
On the bill, Lovdev Barpaga – “One of the most brilliant daft comics you’ll ever see” – Joe Lycett and Jules O’Brian – “Funny as f***” — Mama Life Magazine
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Temper and Brown
12-13 Albion Street, Birmingham, B1 3ED
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Come and explore the British Academy of Jewellery in the heart of Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter! BAJ Open Days
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BAJ Open Days give you the opportunity to visit our site, meet current staff and students, and get a feel for what studying at the Academy is like. You will have a chance to speak to our admissions officers who will provide you with all the essential information about the upcoming courses, application process, funding options, and student life.
Open Day visitors will have the chance to get a tour of the campus and make a keyring or pendant in our workshop with one of our tutors.
All places on the Open Day must be pre-booked in advance. Book your slot now!
The British Academy of Jewellery is committed to accessible provisions. To discuss your provision requirements further, please contact our admissions team via .
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British Academy of Jewellery Birmingham
Moreton Street, Birmingham, B1 3AX
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Quiz night every Wednesday. Test your knowledge with your team amongst a great crowd with our competitively friendly quiz.
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Great drinks, great food, great company!
Put your grey matter to the test with our competitively friendly quiz. Book your place and table for your team.
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Temper and Brown
12-13 Albion Street, Birmingham, B1 3ED
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🎤 OPEN MIC NIGHT EVERY 3RD WEDNESDAY – 8pm Open Mic Night at The Actress & Bishop is all about discovering new talent. Every performer gets a chance to shine, from singers to
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🎤 OPEN MIC NIGHT
EVERY 3RD WEDNESDAY – 8pm
Open Mic Night at The Actress & Bishop is all about discovering new talent.
Every performer gets a chance to shine, from singers to poets and everything in between. As a result, no two nights are ever the same. At the same time, the audience creates a supportive and friendly vibe.
However, you do not have to perform to enjoy it. Therefore, it is perfect for anyone who loves live music and creative energy.
Open mic night every third Wednesday of the month with Joe Oakes. Live music from 20:00 plus resident DJ straight after until 2am,
To perform please email us at
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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The Birmingham Marketing Meetup is an informal friendly place to meet, learn, and share knowledge with one another. Come in ‘listen’ mode 🙂
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The Birmingham Marketing Meetup is an informal, friendly place for the marketers of Birmingham to meet, learn, and share knowledge with one another. Come in ‘listen’ not ‘sell’ mode 🙂
We’re back in our lovely new venue for this one, at the Assay Studios in Newhall St. We just want to get together, say hello, have a chat, and have a nice time.
Think of this as a community event, where the focus is very much on you meeting other people in a chilled out friendly space. We’ll chat over food and drink, listen to an inspirational speaker or two, chat some more, and go home buzzing with new contacts and new ideas.
Let’s have a lovely night in the company of some amazin’ people.
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Speaker: to be confirmed!
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The format of the night:
- 6:00 pm – doors open – drinks, networking, and smiles
- 6:30 pm – introduction and talks begin
- 7:00 pm – talks finish, networking, listening, saying hello, and positively lovely people
- 7:45 pm – end of the night – you leave with new contacts and fresh ideas
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Supported by The Keynote Club, a public speaking club for marketers. TKC is a safe and friendly space for marketing folk to come together, connect and exercise our public speaking muscles. Get involved at thekeynoteclub.com
In partnership with TCNUK – Creative places for curious minds. TCN transforms unloved buildings into surprising places that help businesses thrive. For one-person brands or established companies, our flexible workspaces and communities bring people together to do great things. Find out more at https://www.tcnuk.co.uk/
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And finally…
This is a donation ticketed event. The ticket price is yours to choose, from £5 to £50 (the average community members choose to pay £11.38 🙂
We of course understand that these are tough times, so if you are experiencing financial hardship and cannot afford the minimum donation amount, please reach out to and we’ll find a ticket for you (provided capacity hasn’t already been reached!) 🙂
Please let your marketing friends and colleagues know about this group too, I hope to build it into a great resource for the community over the coming months and years. Attendance will be taken at this event. If you sign up but don’t show up, this has a knock on effect on event arrangements. If it happens 3 times, you’re outta here! This is simply a measure to allow appropriate respect to the organisers, speakers, sponsors, and your fellow community members 🙂
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See you there!
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Assay Studios
137 Newhall Street, Birmingham, B3 1SF
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Assay Studios
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Join Kele Le Roc and Terri Walker for an unforgettable evening of music and conversation. Hosted by John Simmit, this special event offers a rare glimpse into their journeys through music, as they share personal
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Join Kele Le Roc and Terri Walker for an unforgettable evening of music and conversation. Hosted by John Simmit, this special event offers a rare glimpse into their journeys through music, as they share personal stories, career reflections, and insights you won’t hear anywhere else.
The night includes:
- Q&A – Your chance to engage directly with Kele and Terri
- Live Performances – Intimate acoustic sets from both artists performing some of their classic tracks
Kele Le Roc
Kele first found widespread acclaim in 1995 with the underground hit ‘Let Me Know’. She scored two Top Ten hits on the UK Singles Chart, with ‘Little Bit of Lovin’ in 1998 and ‘My Love’ in 1999; and both peaked at #8. In March 1999 she released her only full-length album, Everybody’s Somebody.
Le Roc won two MOBO Awards in 1999, for Best Newcomer and Best Single (‘My Love’). Among those she collaborated with are Basement Jaxx, Coolio, Courtney Pine, T Power, Omar Lye-Fook, Damage, Lee Henry and Shy FX.
Terri Walker
Acclaimed R&B and Soul singer-songwriter Terri Walker recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of her critically acclaimed 2003 album, ‘Untitled’. The album was released in 2003 by Def Soul/Mercury Records and spawned 3 singles, ‘Guess You Didn’t Love Me‘, ‘Drawing Board’ and her first UK Top 40 hit‘Ching Ching (Lovin’ You Still)’.
Her highly anticipated new album ‘My Love Story’, out now Produced by Konny Kon & Tyler Daley – widely recognised as Children of Zeus, who also co-wrote the album alongside Walker & Drs, the seven-track album showcases Terri’s unique blend of Soul and RnB. Following on from the release of singles ‘Finally Over You’ and ‘I’m Not The One’, ‘My Love Story’ is a testament to Terri’s growth as an artist over the past two decades.
She also provided the majority of the vocals for Shanks & Bigfoot’s debut album ‘Swings and Roundabouts’.
Advance Tickets: £18 (+booking fee)
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The Jam House
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Join us for a refreshing walk where we’ll discuss chosen topics and support each other as part of the Men’s Prosperity Club!
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Men’s Walk & Talk – A Safe Space for Open Conversations
📅 When: Every Fourth Thursday of the Month, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Where: Saint Paul’s House, 15–20 St Paul’s Square, Birmingham B3 1QU
(Ask for us at the bar if you need help finding us.)
About the Event
Take a step towards better connection and well-being with the Men’s Prosperity Club: Walk & Talk – Greater Birmingham.
This monthly gathering is a relaxed and supportive space for men to connect, reflect, and recharge through open conversation and movement around Birmingham’s historic St Paul’s Square.
We talk about real topics that matter to men today — mental health, finance, relationships, education, and social life — all within a safe, inclusive, and judgment-free environment.
No hierarchy. No pressure. Just real men, real conversations, and meaningful connection.
What to Expect
A supportive community – Where vulnerability becomes strength.
Meaningful conversation – Talk openly about what really matters.
Gentle movement – Walk, reflect, and connect with others.
A welcoming space – Come as you are, but leave different.
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👥 Who’s it for? Open for All
🅿️ Parking: Free after 7 PM on the square
🎟 Capacity: Limited to 30 attendees
💰 Cost: Free
👉 Reserve your spot today! Step away from the everyday and walk with purpose — because your story, your growth, and your peace matter.
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Saint Paul's House
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Birmingham in the 19th-century was hailed as the ‘workshop of the world’. The Jewellery Quarter was its busy hub, producing jewellery, silver and tableware. About 40% of British jewellery is still
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Birmingham in the 19th-century was hailed as the ‘workshop of the world’. The Jewellery Quarter was its busy hub, producing jewellery, silver and tableware.
About 40% of British jewellery is still made there. Behind a frontage of terraced houses, J.W.Evans Silver Factory is among its most complete surviving historic factories. Crammed with tools and equipment, it’s preserved as if the workers might return at any minute.
Entry to J.W Evans is through guided tours only and advance booking is essential. Please arrive at the time on your booking as tours start promptly.
Note there are two tours on the day below starting at 11.00am and 13.30pm
We advise that unfortunately, the tour is not suitable for those with poor mobility, due to the uneven floors, narrow walkways, and steep stairs across the building. Minimum age for the tours is 16 years old.
You can book online until 9am on the day of your visit. Tickets are free for members – just remember to bring your English Heritage membership card. You can join as a member online or during your visit.
We can’t wait to see you at J. W. Evans Silver Factory soon.
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JW Evans Silver Factory
54-57 Albion Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B1 3EA
0370 333 1181
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JW Evans Silver Factory
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The Groove Assembly are a dynamic five-piece collective delivering an electrifying fusion of soul, funk, and club classics. Their setlist spans iconic hits from artists like Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Marvin
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The Groove Assembly are a dynamic five-piece collective delivering an electrifying fusion of soul, funk, and club classics. Their setlist spans iconic hits from artists like Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Marvin Gaye, and CeCe Peniston. Known for their captivating performances and impeccable musicianship, the band bring a refined yet irresistibly energetic atmosphere to every occasion.
Your Host for the Night: DJ Pete Sherriff
Spinning a mix of classic and contemporary tracks and videos, DJ Pete Sherriff sets the tone and introduces our first live act at 9pm — a boogie-woogie performance by our resident piano & drum duo.
Doors Open at 6pm
🍸 2-4-1 Cocktails before midnight!
- Admission:
- Free before 8pm
- £5 before 10pm
- £8 After
Advance Tickets: £5
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The Jam House
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It’s here, it’s queer, it’s our special Pride Run of Birmingham’s Gay Scene. Let’s celebrate Birmingham Pride Together.
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Social 5K run + Pride History Tour 🏳️🌈🍻
RUN, LEARN, CELEBRATE
The Goodsyard Run Club, hosted by Run of a Kind is BACK, and this time we’re celebrating Pride with a twist!
Join us for a 5K social run around Birmingham’s vibrant LGBTQ+ history, with stops at key landmarks and stories that’ll get you thinking, talking, and feeling proud.
We’ll kick things off with a warm-up in The Goodsyard courtyard, then hit the streets on a 5K guided run from the Jewellery Quarter to Birmingham’s iconic Gay Village. Expect a few storytelling stops along the way, soundtracked by a curated Pride playlist from our speaker backpack.
From 1969 to today, we’ll explore the venues, moments, and milestones that made Birmingham one of the UK’s most vibrant LGBTQ+ communities – while questioning what the future holds.
After a cool-down, stick around for a social.
What to expect:
• A relaxed and social 5K run around Birmingham, discovering its LGBTQ+ history
• All running paces welcome – it’s about the vibe, not the speed
• A route that takes in the best Pride landmarks and stories of Birmingham’s LGBTQ+ community
• Friendly run leaders at the front and the back, so no one’s left behind
• A social at the end to toast to the journey and the history we’re celebrating
This isn’t about chasing times… it’s about running together, learning together, and celebrating together.
Grab your spot before it’s gone.
We can’t wait to run with you 🧡🏳️🌈
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The Goodsyard JQ
53 Pitsford Street, Birmingham, B18 6FG
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🎹 DINO BAPTISTE Dino Baptiste is one of Birmingham’s most exciting live performers. He blends blues, boogie woogie and rock and roll into a high-energy show. As a result, every song feels
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🎹 DINO BAPTISTE
Dino Baptiste is one of Birmingham’s most exciting live performers.
He blends blues, boogie woogie and rock and roll into a high-energy show. As a result, every song feels powerful and fun. At the same time, his piano skills and vocals keep the crowd hooked.
Therefore, if you love lively and entertaining live music, this is not to be missed.
Plus resident DJ until 02:30. FREE ENTRY!
To reserve an area please email us at
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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The Groove Assembly are a dynamic five-piece collective delivering an electrifying fusion of soul, funk, and club classics. Their setlist spans iconic hits from artists like Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Marvin
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Your Host for the Night: DJ Pete Sherriff
Spinning a mix of classic and contemporary tracks and videos, DJ Pete Sherriff sets the tone and introduces our first live act at 9pm — a boogie-woogie performance by our resident piano & drum duo.
Doors Open at 6pm
🍸 2-4-1 Cocktails from 6pm–8pm
Admission:
- Free before 8pm
- £5 before 9pm
- £8 before 11pm
- £10 after
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The Jam House
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🎤 FAYE SMITH Faye Smith delivers a night of big vocals and crowd-pleasing songs. Her live performance creates a fun and lively atmosphere. As a result, the room fills with energy. At
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🎤 FAYE SMITH
Faye Smith delivers a night of big vocals and crowd-pleasing songs.
Her live performance creates a fun and lively atmosphere. As a result, the room fills with energy. At the same time, the music stays easy to enjoy.
So, if you want a great Saturday night out, Faye Smith is the perfect choice.
Followed by resident DJ until 02:30
FREE ENTRY – Email us at to reserve an area!
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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Precious Gems Film Club presents Nomadland(2020) Fern drifts through a van-based life after losing her home, not as
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Fern drifts through a van-based life after losing her home, not as an act of freedom but as a kind of steady survival. This film is about atmosphere; letting seasonal jobs, fleeting connections, and vast landscapes build a portrait of people living on the margins of a system that’s moved on without them. This life isn’t romanticised or pitied, Fern’s gentle resistance to settling down turns the film into a meditation on grief, independence, and the uneasy cost of belonging versus staying untethered.
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Rock & Roll BrewHouse
19 Hall Street, Birmingham, B18 6BS
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Actress Blues club every Sunday from 18:00! Catch The Mike Davids band live A masterclass of cool blues. From mellow to rocking it’s all in there! Free entry – DM us to reserve
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Actress Blues club every Sunday from 18:00!
Catch The Mike Davids band live
A masterclass of cool blues. From mellow to rocking it’s all in there!
Free entry – DM us to reserve an area!
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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Reggae music has often had an edge but there’s another, gentler side to it, and on this May Bank Holiday Sunday, the Jam House rejoices the romantic with the Best of
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Reggae music has often had an edge but there’s another, gentler side to it, and on this May Bank Holiday Sunday, the Jam House rejoices the romantic with the Best of Lover’s Rock for one night only, with live performances from Birmingham’s own Tempted 2 Touch, special guests and sounds from our own Pete Sherriff.
The soulful sound of Romantic Reggae came to the fore in the ‘Seventies by the likes of Johnny Nash, chart-toppers Ken Boothe and John Holt and especially, Marcia Griffiths and the “Lover’s Rock icon” Beres Hammond.
Tempted 2 Touch and a collection of special guests will perform many Lovers’ Rock greatest hits in over two hours of live music, supported by the Sound System selection from your favourite Jam House DJs.
Join us on for this Lover’s Rock Revue – open until 2am – and the best way to make the most of the Monday morning lie-in – it is a bank holiday after all!
Doors open from 8pm. Open ’til 2am
The restaurant will be closed for the evening.
Tickets: £10
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The Jam House
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Lino Printing Workshop & Guided Tour at the Coffin Works Monday 25th May – Tour begins at 1pm £30 per person, all materials included Step inside
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Lino Printing Workshop & Guided Tour at the Coffin Works
Monday 25th May – Tour begins at 1pm
£30 per person, all materials included
Step inside Birmingham’s historic Coffin Works for a unique creative experience that blends heritage, craft, and hands‑on making.
Your visit begins with a guided tour of the Coffin Works, exploring the original Newman Brothers factory, a perfectly preserved time capsule of Victorian and 20th‑century coffin‑furniture making. Discover the stories behind the workers, the machinery, and the extraordinary fittings once chosen for some of the nation’s most significant funerals.
After the tour, join artist Tammy Woodrow for a lino printing workshop inspired by the museum’s remarkable collection. Tammy will guide you through the process of designing and carving your own lino block, before printing a finished artwork to take home. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced maker, this is a chance to create something truly personal and distinctive.
To make the afternoon even more enjoyable, we’ll be serving complimentary hot drinks and cakes during the workshop.
What’s included
- Guided tour of the Coffin Works
- Lino printing workshop with artist Tammy Woodrow
- All tools and materials
- Complimentary hot drinks and cakes
- Your own handmade print to take home
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£30 per person
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The Coffin Works
13-15 Fleet Street, Birmingham B3 1JP
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The Coffin Works
The Coffin Works
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🍻 THE BIG QUIZ – EVERY MONDAY Monday nights at The Actress & Bishop are not for the weak. Our Big Quiz is a fast-paced, phone-based, brain-melting pub quiz where there are
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🍻 THE BIG QUIZ – EVERY MONDAY
Monday nights at The Actress & Bishop are not for the weak.
Our Big Quiz is a fast-paced, phone-based, brain-melting pub quiz where there are no pens, no paper, and absolutely no cheating (we’re watching you 👀). Just you, your mates and your smartphones battling it out for glory, prizes and bragging rights.
With a mix of general knowledge, pop culture, music and “how did I know that?!” moments, it’s the perfect way to start the week without wanting to cry into your pint.
Grab a drink, grab a team, and let the speed quiz chaos begin.
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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Test your knowledge win great prizes and enjoy a fun-filled evening with fellow football fans Taste your own
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Taste your own glory at the Temper & Brown Football Quiz.
Kick-off is 7pm, every team gets a free bowl of fries, and there’s 20% off your first round of drinks.
No running required, just sharp football knowledge and a dash of competitive spirit. Score points, not goals.
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Temper and Brown
12-13 Albion Street, Birmingham, B1 3ED
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A relaxed coworking day designed for local business professionals, freelancers & creatives at TCN’s Assay Studios, in Newhall Street.
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Free Coworking & Networking Day at Assay Studios!
Looking for a productive workday with a side of networking? Join us for a relaxed coworking day designed for local business professionals, freelancers, and creatives. Whether you’re looking to tick off your to-do list, meet new people, or just enjoy working in a vibrant space, this day is for you.
📅 Schedule
- 9:00am – Arrival at Reception & Coffee
Meet and greet with our Campus Host Catherine as you arrive and settle in. Start the day with fresh pastries, a hot coffee, and a chance to meet fellow professionals. - 9:30 – 9:45am – Tour of Assay Studios
Get familiar with the space and see where you’ll be working throughout the day. - 10:15am – 12:00pm – Coworking Session
Settle into the Atom Breakout space and dive into your projects alongside a supportive group. - 12:00 – 1:00pm – Lunch Break
Stretch your legs with a walk, grab something tasty, then head back to Assay Studios to eat together. - 1:00 – 4:00pm – Coworking Session
Refocus and power through your afternoon tasks in the Atom Breakout space with like-minded professionals around you. - 4:00pm – Wrap Up & Head Home
Swap contacts, say goodbye, and leave with fresh connections and a productive day behind you.
👩💻 Who’s it for?
- Assay Studios Members & Non-Members
- Freelancers
- Remote workers
- Local business professionals
- Entrepreneurs & creatives
🎟 What to bring
- Your laptop or work materials
- Lunch (or money to grab something tasty at the market)
- An open mind to meet new people!
Coffee, tea, and pastries will be provided free of charge.
📍 Location: Assay Studios, Birmingham 🕘 Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
🗓️ Dates: 28th January, 25th February & 25th March.
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Assay Studios
137 Newhall Street, Birmingham, B3 1SF
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Assay Studios
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Our Acoustic Sessions is back this month with another iconic headliner. This time we have Tom Hingley best known as the Ex-lead singer with Manchester’s finest Inspiral Carpets, he sang on all the
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Our Acoustic Sessions is back this month with another iconic headliner.
This time we have Tom Hingley best known as the Ex-lead singer with Manchester’s finest Inspiral Carpets, he sang on all the bands hits and was present at the height of their success including ‘This is How it Feels’, ‘Saturn Five’, ‘Joe’, ‘Dragging Me Down’, ‘Weakness’, ‘I Want You’ , ‘Caravan’, ‘Beast Inside’ & ‘She Comes in the Fall’.
Tom parted with the Inspiral Carpets in 2011 and has been forging a successful solo career both as an accomplished singer songwriter releasing ‘Keep Britain Untidy’ (2001) and ‘Grand Mal’ (2024). Lenny Kravitz once said Tom ‘should be singing on Broadway’ at the filming of the TV the Beat in 1991
Hosted by acclaimed singer-songwriter Ben Drummond, this monthly showcase celebrates Birmingham’s vibrant music scene, spotlighting four of the city’s finest unsigned artists performing acoustic versions of popular tracks and original material.
This is your chance to support emerging local talent and enjoy an intimate performance from another one of the UK’s most iconic artists — all in one unforgettable evening.
Tom Hingely is by arrangement with Tony Denton Promotions.
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Doors Open at 6pm
Show begins at 8pm
Support Acts TBC
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The Jam House
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Quiz night every Wednesday. Test your knowledge with your team amongst a great crowd with our competitively friendly quiz.
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Great drinks, great food, great company!
Put your grey matter to the test with our competitively friendly quiz. Book your place and table for your team.
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Temper and Brown
12-13 Albion Street, Birmingham, B1 3ED
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Have a go at making your own piece of jewellery with the help of our friendly learning team in this special children’s jewellery workshop activity. Design and create either a bracelet
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Have a go at making your own piece of jewellery with the help of our friendly learning team in this special children’s jewellery workshop activity.
Design and create either a bracelet or pendant, learn and use real jewellers’ techniques like texturing metal, hammering, stamping and enamelling to make something unique and personal to take home with you.
Pre-booking is essential as places are limited.
- Recommended for ages 8 and up. For safety reasons we cannot accommodate under-5s.
- Children must be accompanied by one adult. Due to limitations on space, strictly only one adult per booking.
- Workshop lasts 2 hours.
- Please be advised the workshop can be noisy. Ear defenders can be provided or bring your own.
- Child tickets only. Adults not accompanied by a child are not permitted on this workshop.
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Museum of the Jewellery Quarter
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Have a go at making your own piece of jewellery with the help of our friendly learning team in this special children’s jewellery workshop activity. Design and create either a bracelet
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Have a go at making your own piece of jewellery with the help of our friendly learning team in this special children’s jewellery workshop activity.
Design and create either a bracelet or pendant, learn and use real jewellers’ techniques like texturing metal, hammering, stamping and enamelling to make something unique and personal to take home with you.
Pre-booking is essential as places are limited.
- Recommended for ages 8 and up. For safety reasons we cannot accommodate under-5s.
- Children must be accompanied by one adult. Due to limitations on space, strictly only one adult per booking.
- Workshop lasts 2 hours.
- Please be advised the workshop can be noisy. Ear defenders can be provided or bring your own.
- Child tickets only. Adults not accompanied by a child are not permitted on this workshop.
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Museum of the Jewellery Quarter
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Explore the history of the Jewellery Quarter after hours! The Museum of the Jewellery Quarter is excited to be taking part in JQ Lates where venues around the quarter open their
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Explore the history of the Jewellery Quarter after hours!
The Museum of the Jewellery Quarter is excited to be taking part in JQ Lates where venues around the quarter open their doors for the evening – for other participating venues, head to the JQ Common Room.
Enjoy a laidback visit to the offices and factory of Smith and Pepper. Explore the space in your own time with friendly guides who can share stories and demonstrate the machinery used in jewellery manufacture. Journey through the business’ 90 years of operation to see how jewellery was made, learn how the trade functioned, and hear about some of the people who lived and worked in the quarter.
You can also explore our gallery ‘Story of the Jewellery Quarter’ to see historic and contemporary examples of metalwork made only a stone’s throw away.
After your visit, you can head next door for an organic wine or craft beer at our brand new bar, Craft & Culture before heading out and seeing what the rest of the Jewellery Quarter has in store.
Places are limited, pre-booking recommended. 5.00pm, 5.30pm, 6.00pm, 6.30pm
Price:
- £6 Adults
- £5 Concession
- £4 Child
- Free for Members
- Free for carers (proof required)
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Museum of the Jewellery Quarter
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Our May Book Club session discussing ‘Dubliners’ by James Joyce Our monthly Book Club session held at the
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Our monthly Book Club session held at the lovely Temper and Brown. We strongly encourage you make a purchase when attending our Book Club sessions so purchases are compulsory. Temper and Brown provides the space for free and we should show our appreciation and support. Please note that I will be asking you to make a purchase if you have not done so in the course of the session.
Please let us know if you can no longer make the session by cancelling your ticket in good time. No shows are simply unacceptable and will not be able to attend the following months session.
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Temper and Brown
12-13 Albion Street, Birmingham, B1 3ED
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This guided after-hours tour offers exclusive access to one of Birmingham’s most unusual museums. Step inside a hidden piece of Birmingham’s industrial past and experience the Coffin Works as day
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This guided after-hours tour offers exclusive access to one of Birmingham’s most unusual museums. Step inside a hidden piece of Birmingham’s industrial past and experience the Coffin Works as day fades into dusk.
This experience is part of City Uncovered: Birmingham, taking place from 18th-31st May – a limited-time series of unique, under-the-radar experiences designed to help you see the city differently.
What to expect:
You’ll arrive at the Coffin Works as the evening light begins to settle, with time to enjoy a complimentary drink in the courtyard before your tour begins. As the doors close to the public, you’ll step inside this preserved Victorian factory for a rare after-hours experience.
Led by a guide, you’ll explore the former Newman Brothers manufactory—opened in 1894 and operating for over a century—where coffin furniture was crafted for some of the most notable funerals in modern history.
As you move through the atmospheric workspaces, you’ll see original tools, workbenches, and intricate coffin fittings, all brought to life by stories of the people who worked here and the lives they touched. From connections to Winston Churchill, the Queen Mother, and Princess Diana, to the everyday realities of factory life, the tour reveals a fascinating and often overlooked part of Birmingham’s heritage.
With the fading light casting shadows across the factory floor, expect an unique atmosphere that offers a completely different perspective on this remarkable place.
What’s included:
• Guided after-hours tour of the Coffin Works
• Access to original factory spaces, tools, and artefacts
• Stories of notable historical connections
• Complimentary hot or cold drink before the tour
Good to know:
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes (tour starts at 6:30pm)
• Arrival: Doors open at 6:00pm for drinks in the courtyard
Price: £18
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The Coffin Works
13-15 Fleet Street, Birmingham B3 1JP
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The Coffin Works
The Coffin Works
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Tonight at The Jam House: A Latin Fiesta! Get ready for a vibrant evening filled with Latin rhythms and irresistible energy! The sensational seven-piece salsa band Del Camino takes the stage,
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Tonight at The Jam House: A Latin Fiesta!
Get ready for a vibrant evening filled with Latin rhythms and irresistible energy! The sensational seven-piece salsa band Del Camino takes the stage, joined by the dynamic Mauricio Reyes and his talented team of LatinMotion DJs & dancers.
🕕 Doors open at 6:00pm
💃 Salsa taster workshop at 9:00pm
🎶 Del Camino live from 10:00pm
🎧 LatinMotion keeps the party going with salsa, merengue, bachata, chachacha & reggaeton until late!
🍽️ Mid-Week Dining Offer – Just £24.95 for a main course, sweet treat & tea/coffee (available for groups up to 6).
📖 Full menu also available
🎟️ Entry: Free before 9:00pm / £5 after
Our Acoustic Sessions is back this month with another iconic headliner.
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The Jam House
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Our May Book Club session discussing ‘Dubliners’ by James Joyce Our monthly Book Club session held at the
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Our monthly Book Club session held at the lovely Temper and Brown. We strongly encourage you make a purchase when attending our Book Club sessions so purchases are compulsory. Temper and Brown provides the space for free and we should show our appreciation and support. Please note that I will be asking you to make a purchase if you have not done so in the course of the session.
Please let us know if you can no longer make the session by cancelling your ticket in good time. No shows are simply unacceptable and will not be able to attend the following months session.
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Temper and Brown
12-13 Albion Street, Birmingham, B1 3ED
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As the days grow longer and the promise of summer lingers in the air, it’s time to turn our attention to wines made for sunshine, fresh
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As the days grow longer and the promise of summer lingers in the air, it’s time to turn our attention to wines made for sunshine, fresh air, and good company.
Join us for an evening dedicated to the art of picnic-perfect drinking. We’ll be exploring a handpicked selection of bright, refreshing, and effortlessly enjoyable wines — from crisp whites and delicate rosés to light, chillable reds. These are bottles designed to be shared outdoors, paired with simple pleasures, and enjoyed without fuss.
Whether you’re planning lazy afternoons in the park or garden gatherings with friends, this tasting will give you all the inspiration you need for the season ahead.
Expect:
- Fresh, vibrant wines ideal for warm weather
- Food-friendly styles perfect for casual dining
- A relaxed and sociable tasting atmosphere
Cost: £30.00
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Arch 13
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Join us every month in Dayus Square for your money fix of great street food and bold eats, Temper & Brown host
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Temper & Brown host this monthly event – Food Trucks sweet and savoury brining you cuisines from across the globe.
Bring that Friday feeling and an empty stomach to celebrate the start of the weekend!
Temper & Brown host this monthly Food Truck takeover, bringing together the best sweet and savoury street food from across the globe. Choose from Mediterranean-inspired pizzas, juicy Wagyu burgers, and seriously good African cuisine, all served up with great music and a proper Friday atmosphere.
Bring that Friday feeling and an empty stomach as we celebrate the start of the weekend.
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Temper and Brown
12-13 Albion Street, Birmingham, B1 3ED
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ALL SINGING ALL DANCING FRIDAYS is a night of fantastic food & drinks deals and Tremendous Live Entertainment! Always a big Jam House favourite, Urban Intro make a welcome return
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ALL SINGING ALL DANCING FRIDAYS is a night of fantastic food & drinks deals and Tremendous Live Entertainment!
Always a big Jam House favourite, Urban Intro make a welcome return performing hits from the likes of Rihanna, and Justin Timberlake to classics from Chaka Khan, Whitney Houston, & even CeCe Peniston.
Your Host for the Night: DJ Pete Sherriff
Spinning a mix of classic and contemporary tracks and videos, DJ Pete Sherriff sets the tone and introduces our first live act at 9pm — a boogie-woogie performance by our resident piano & drum duo.
Doors Open at 6pm
🍸2-4-1 Cocktails before midnight!
Admission:
- Free before 8pm
- £5 before 10pm
- £8 After
Advance Tickets: £5
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The Jam House
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Actress Amateur Darts Tournament RETURNS Its bigger and its better. Get ready for an unforgettable evening of chaos, competition and camaraderoe at the Actress amataeur darts tournament where darts slingers and
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Actress Amateur Darts Tournament RETURNS
Its bigger and its better.
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of chaos, competition and camaraderoe at the Actress amataeur darts tournament where darts slingers and party enthusiasts collide in a high-energy showdown! This isn’t your average tournament – it’s a booze fueled carnival of laughs. games and wild surpises that’ll keep you on your toes all night long.
From daring dart challenges to hilarious audience participation games, no one stays on the sidelines here. With Brum’s wackiest host Jamie Cartwright pulling out all the stops. Think outrageous costumes, unexpected twists and over the top antics – full of belly laughs!
PLUS… Darts Disco included!
- Doors at 19:30 | First match 20:00
- Dates of tournament: 29th May, 12th June
Psssttttt… Ticket holders also get 20% off food!
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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🎶 ANDY BENNETT Andy Bennett delivers acoustic covers with strong vocals and great energy. His live set keeps the crowd engaged from the first song. As a result, the night feels lively
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🎶 ANDY BENNETT
Andy Bennett delivers acoustic covers with strong vocals and great energy.
His live set keeps the crowd engaged from the first song. As a result, the night feels lively and fun. At the same time, the music stays easy to enjoy.
Therefore, this is a great Friday night choice in Birmingham.
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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Birmingham’s world-famous Jewellery Quarter has been Britain’s main seat of jewellery and silver manufacture for at least the last 150 years. It has been described as a ‘National treasure, a place
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Birmingham’s world-famous Jewellery Quarter has been Britain’s main seat of jewellery and silver manufacture for at least the last 150 years.
It has been described as a ‘National treasure, a place of unique character and a particular combination of structures associated with jewellery and metal working that doesn’t seem to exist anywhere else in the world.’
Join us on a lively guided walk looking at the people, places and themes that have helped to shape this singular working district.
Please Note: This guided walk begins outside St Paul’s Church in St Pauls Square B3 1QZ and ends at the Museum of the Jewellery quarter.
Please arrive in good time with your pre-booked ticket as the walk will begin promptly at 2pm.
Pre-booking required.
Price: £12 Ticket
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Museum of the Jewellery Quarter
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The Cadenzas Experienced 7 piece Birmingham-based cover band. Funk, ska, soul and r&b, to still your mind and move your feet
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The Cadenzas
Experienced 7 piece Birmingham-based cover band. Funk, ska, soul and r&b, to still your mind and move your feet
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Actress and Bishop
Actress and Bishop (official)
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Always a big Jam House favourite, Urban Intro make a welcome return performing hits from the likes of Rihanna, and Justin Timberlake to classics from Chaka Khan, Whitney
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Always a big Jam House favourite, Urban Intro make a welcome return performing hits from the likes of Rihanna, and Justin Timberlake to classics from Chaka Khan, Whitney Houston, & even CeCe Peniston.
Your Host for the Night: DJ Pete Sherriff
Spinning a mix of classic and contemporary tracks and videos, DJ Pete Sherriff sets the tone and introduces our first live act at 9pm — a boogie-woogie performance by our resident piano & drum duo.
Doors Open at 6pm
🍸 2-4-1 Cocktails from 6pm–8pm
Admission:
- Free before 8pm
- £5 before 9pm
- £8 before 11pm
- £10 after
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The Jam House
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For one day only, experience the Pen Museum as if you have been transported back to Victorian Birmingham for Living Heritage Day The Pen Museum becomes the Albert Works Pen Factory,
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For one day only, experience the Pen Museum as if you have been transported back to Victorian Birmingham for Living Heritage Day
The Pen Museum becomes the Albert Works Pen Factory, and the volunteers become Victorian!
You will get the chance to browse the museum as normal with the added bonus of everyone around you being in character. Keep your eyes peeled during your visit for story lines and character interactions from staff meetings to missing lots.
Prices included in a standard ticket
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If you are looking to enhance your artistic skills, calligraphy classes offer a unique opportunity to explore the beauty of handwriting art. Calligraphy has become a popular hobby for many, allowing
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If you are looking to enhance your artistic skills, calligraphy classes offer a unique opportunity to explore the beauty of handwriting art.
Calligraphy has become a popular hobby for many, allowing individuals to express creativity through elegant lettering. For those keen to dive deeper, calligraphy classes offer an excellent way to refine skills and learn new techniques. Indeed, enrolling in calligraphy courses can significantly enhance your abilities.
Learning Calligraphy
Fraktur
Fraktur is a simple form of Gothic Script, which had its origins in German folk art, which became more colourful and elaborate mainly in America. Pennsylvania became home to entire towns of different religious dissent. There were clusters of Mennonites, Moravians, Lutherans, and various other German Protestant sects.
Although diverse, all these German settlers had in common – they were all farmers who spoke German, all prized religious tolerance and all practiced the same distinctive artform of Fraktur. It was used mainly for domestic certificates such as marriage, baptism, births, bookmarks etc. In these sessions you will learn to write Fractur basic letter forms using a broad edge metal dip pen.
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Held at the Pen Museum, the classes are designed for both beginners and more experienced calligraphers. Learn the key elements of calligraphy and take information away to continue developing your style at home. Participate in sessions to enhance your art. Some materials will be provided, and calligraphy products can be purchased from the Museum shop.
12 Spaces are available for each session:
- Session 1: 12:00pm – 1:30pm
- Session 2: 2:00pm – 3:30pm
- £12.75 per session.
- No requirement to book both sessions
- Museum admission is not included.
- Course suitable for adults only, especially those interested in perfecting their calligraphy skills through these comprehensive courses.
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Pen Museum Events
Pen Museum
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This tour gets under the skin of the city. We follow the ‘secret canal’ to the Jewellery Quarter and see how a Georgian country estate grew
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This tour gets under the skin of the city. We follow the ‘secret canal’ to the Jewellery Quarter and see how a Georgian country estate grew into one of the world’s most inventive industrial environments.
We’ll explore everything from artisan jewellers to vast 19th-century factories that supplied the globe. But this isn’t just a history walk—we’ll also see the roles the Quarter plays in today’s city, and where Birmingham is heading next.
The tour mixes hidden corners, big questions and surprising stories. Your guide, local author and photographer Jonathan Berg, brings it all to life. At the end, you’ll receive a copy of Invention & Design: Elkington of Birmingham—a beautifully illustrated book that uncovers the mindset of Victorian entrepreneurs who helped shape our modern city.
A relaxed and thought-provoking way to spend a Sunday afternoon—with fresh air, good company and a new view of Birmingham.
Tours start/finish: Library of Birmingham entrance, Centenary Square, B1 2ND
Cost: £15.00
See ‘Learn More’ below for full information and booking.
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Jewellery Quarter
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Positively Birmingham
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Immerse Yourself in Motown & Soul Magic! Embark on a nostalgic journey with our immersive dining experience, paying
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Embark on a nostalgic journey with our immersive dining experience, paying tribute to the soulful beats of Motown. Indulge in an evening filled with delectable food, refreshing drinks, and the iconic tunes inspired by Detroit’s cultural heartbeat that shaped American music. 🏆 Proudly awarded the ‘Family & Visitor Attraction Award’ and boasting hundreds of 5-star reviews on Design My Night ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐. Get ready to groove to the sounds of Marvin Gaye, Temptations, Four Tops, Supremes, and many more legendary artists! 🎵
🕒 Time: 3 pm – 7 pm. Performances end at approximately 6 pm.
👔 Dress Code: Smart
📍 Locations:
- Jam House
- 3-5 St Pauls Square
Birmingham
B31QU
🎫 Tickets & Seating:
- General Ticket: £64.95pp – Includes a 2-course meal, welcome drink & show. Entrance for 1.
- VIP Ticket: £74.95pp – Features a 2-course meal, welcome drink, VIP view & show. Entrance for 1. Located on the tables towards the front or your own booth.
- Discounted Couples Ticket: £59.95pp – 2-course meal, welcome drink & show. Each guest needs a ticket minimum of 2 guests. Save £10 total.
- Restricted View Ticket: £54.95pp – 2-course meal, welcome drink & show. Restricted View. Save £40 total.
- Show Only Ticket: £39.99 – Welcome drink & show, no food included. Seated on high tables/stools.
- Standing Ticket: £27.95 – No food, drink or seat included. Entrance after 4 pm.
Please note: Tickets are nonrefundable. Purchase early to secure your spot, as events consistently sell out in advance. Non VIP seats are randomly allocated keeping couples and groups together of course. All tables are laid out banquet style on a shared basis.
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Food & Drinks 🥂:
Welcome a glass of wine/prosecco on arrival
Main Meat:
Succulent Roasted Chicken with a hint of seasoned spice, served with crispy roast potatoes, tender carrots, braised cabbage, a fluffy Yorkshire pudding, and a rich, savory gravy.
Main Veg/Vegan:
Hearty Vegan Wellington is accompanied by golden roast potatoes, sweet carrots, braised cabbage, a light and airy Yorkshire pudding, and a rich vegetable gravy.
DESSERT: Chocolate Torte Gluten Free
Menu is subject to change per site.
Note:
If you have any DIETARY REQUIREMENTS, such as nut allergies or a preference for a vegan meal, please notify us by the week before your event by emailing .
IMPORTANT: Anyone who has not notified us of their dietary requirements or meal choice will receive a meat menu by default. Please contact if you prefer a vegetarian option or have any allergens, as meals are pre-ordered.
VERIFIED DESIGN MY NIGHT REVIEWS:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Perfect venue for a night of fantastic music, performed by an amazing group of people.” – DesignMyNight User Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Fabulous night out, great food and even better entertainment highly recommend” – DesignMyNight User Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Possibly the best night I’ve ever had out, the singers are amazing!” – Jessica DesignMyNight User Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Great night!! Had us all up and dancing the night away to Motown!” – Rosie Mami DesignMyNight User Review
📲 Contact:
The Soul Supper Management Team
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The Jam House
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Actress Blues club presents… Taxi for Jesus are made up of four past members of the Trevor Burton Band; Maz Mitrenko, Bill Jefferson, Pez Connor and Stuart Ford, all of whom
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Actress Blues club presents…
Taxi for Jesus are made up of four past members of the Trevor Burton Band; Maz Mitrenko, Bill Jefferson, Pez Connor and Stuart Ford, all of whom are well respected and seasoned musicians in their own right and have more than earned the credentials to pay homage to and perform some of the repertoire associated with the Trevor Burton Band.
That said TFJ are no tribute band and are rapidly establishing their own unique brand & style and are further enhancing their set as they embark on this new and exciting project.
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