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Discover the vibrant and atmospheric Digbeth district of Birmingham with this captivating tour. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of the city as you explore the birthplace of Birmingham and the setting for the popular TV series, Peaky Blinders. Led by local author Jonathan Berg, you'll venture through the streets of Digbeth, taking in the stunning public art that adorns the area. From the canalside walks to the modern developments like HS2, this tour offers a unique blend of bohemian charm and the city's ongoing reinvention. And if you want to make a day of it, you can also join the Saturday afternoon tour from the Library of Birmingham. Uncover the hidden gems of Digbeth and experience the spirit of this remarkable city.

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Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
2 hours
Suitable for 1-15 Participants
Small Group Tour
Guided Experience

Highlights

Discover the origins of Birmingham
Experience the atmospheric streets of Digbeth
Explore the public art of the area
Visit the bohemian Custard Factory
Shop and eat in the historic Great Western Arcade

Included

Use of a live audio receiver so you can hear the guide. please bring a pair of earhones with a 3.5 mm jack - or we supply for a donation to our charity.

Not included

You need to bring earphones for the audio system or we can provide at cost. (£1)

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Introduction

Indulge in the captivating and vibrant atmosphere of Digbeth, the birthplace of Birmingham and the enchanting setting of the Peaky Blinders TV series and upcoming feature film. Immerse yourself in the rich history, modern developments, and intriguing public art that make this area truly unique. This two-hour tour is led by Jonathan Berg, a local author currently writing the book "Birmingham's Public Art," ensuring a deep and insightful exploration of the area.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect a journey through time and art, as you uncover the origins of Birmingham while strolling along atmospheric streets adorned with captivating public artworks. The tour also includes iconic sites like the Bullring Shopping Centre Walkway and St. Martin in the Bull Ring church. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to visit the colorful Custard Factory, a bohemian enclave featuring unexpected graffiti art.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for curious souls, history enthusiasts, and fans of the Peaky Blinders series. Whether you are a local looking to discover hidden gems in your own city or a visitor eager to explore Birmingham's rich cultural heritage, this experience will leave you enthralled. The Digbeth tour caters to a diverse audience, welcoming individuals of all ages who have a penchant for adventure and a desire to peer into the soul of a city.

Why book this?

By joining this tour, you will gain a profound understanding of Birmingham's past, present, and future through its public art, historic sites, and palpable energy. Jonathan Berg's expertise and forthcoming book ensure an intimate look into the city's artistic landscape. Furthermore, the tour is strategically timed, allowing you to combine it with an afternoon tour from the Library of Birmingham, making it a complete and fulfilling day of exploration.

Good to know

Throughout the tour, you can enjoy the ever-evolving blend of the bohemian and the modern in Digbeth. As you discover the local street food scene, make sure to visit the "not for profit" pub in the amazing Victorian shopping arcade, where you can savor your food. Feel free to engage with Jonathan Berg, an avid traveler himself, and gather tips on other hidden gems around the world. Dress comfortably, bring your curiosity, and let Digbeth's vivid tapestry envelop you.

Reviews

Travelers who have embarked on this tour rave about the immersive experience and Jonathan Berg's extensive knowledge. They express appreciation for the opportunity to witness the filming locations of the beloved Peaky Blinders series and describe the public art as captivating and thought-provoking. Many visitors also enjoy the balance between Digbeth's historic charm and its modern revitalization. Overall, participants are left inspired and with a newfound understanding and appreciation for Birmingham's vibrant soul.

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How long before the event do I need to book?

You can book at any time before the event

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Is an adult required for the booking?

At least one adult or senior required per booking

Meeting point

We meet at the Bull statue. Look for the guide wearing a Positively Birmingham walking tour coat or T-shirt

The Bull by Laurence Broderick, Upper Mall West, Birmingham B5 4BU, GB

End point

We finish at an amazing Victorian shopping arcade which includes places with street food and also a 'not for profit' pub which encourages you to take you food in to eat.

Great Western Arcade, Colmore Row, Birmingham B2 5HU, GB

Your Itinerary

Bullring Shopping Centre Walkway

We start by the Bull statue

St. Martin in the Bull Ring

We walk past this historic church

Digbeth

We walk the streets of Digbeth and discover the origins of Birmingham as well as the modern city. We see atmospheric areas that are full of public art and which will form the backdrop for the filming of the Peaky Blinders feature film.

Custard Factory

The bome of Birds custard this is a bohemian part of the city and includes grafitti art in the most unexpected places.

Old Square

We stop and look at the public art in Old Square

Great Western Arcade

This is an amazing Victorian shopping arcade now full of modern shops and eateries. We aim to stop here where if you wish you can buy a lunch. You can even buy take away food and eat it in the 'not for profit' pub in the arcade.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Reviews

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bjm709

As a Brummie, I learnt a great deal about Digbeth's history that I never knew and discovered artwork and businesses I never knew existed. I'll be heading down to Digbeth with renewed interest. The street art in the area is great and learning a little bit about the artists was interesting. The guide was very knowledgeable with a great sense of humour and a love of Birmingham. I'll be booking a walking tour for friends or family when they visit.

GoPlaces61445426321

Jonathan is such an engaging and passionate tour guide. Our group of 20 did the Street Art and Peaky Blinders tour as a morning hen do activity. Jonathan has been really helpful throughout - everything from answering my many questions beforehand through to recommendations of restaurants, and even walking us to our lunch stop after the tour had finished. On the tour itself we saw lots of interesting and eclectic street art whilst walking around Digbeth and the canals, stopping on route to hear about the history of the area, upcoming changes, the artists and of course Peaky Blinder locations. Jonathan was really great in managing to engage our whole group and even planned in a quiz and prize for the bride to be. We had a fab time and definitely recommend!

gl847

Fabulous tour on Saturday. It was really great for our group and Jonathan led it brilliantly. It was entertaining and informative - we all loved it and plan to do other guided walks with Positively Birmingham in the future.

gl847

Fabulous tour yesterday. It was really great for our group and Jonathan led it brilliantly. It was entertaining and informative - we all loved it and plan to do other guided walks with Positively Birmingham in the future.

Z1973VTchadk

Jonathan was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining as he pointed out public art works and shared the history of Bham

gl847

Excellent dog friendly tour covering just over 4km in 2 hours. Jonathan’s tours raise money for the Birmingham charity Sifa Fireside, a charity working on homelessness based in Digbeth. £34,000 has been donated since 2016. We visited the ancient area where Birmingham began as a market hamlet and discovered where the Peaky Blinders film will be produced by Stephen Knight. Jonathan pointed out public art of all descriptions, as well as canals and modern developments including the HS2 railway line. Jonathan was an energetic, fun and informative guide. We will definitely book again.

jaimemJ485WH

Excellent I love it!, the explanation was awesome I love it. I'll do it again. I went with my family. They are ~twentyish old for them was ok.

iainn2013

A really eye opening tour of the Digbeth area . Starting by the bull at the Bull Ring, we were given a fascinating glimpse of the history of Digbeth - finding out part of the area used to be a deer park for instance! Jonathan showed us the full range of public art, mainly focused on street artists. Their work is exciting, and Jonathan's enthusiasm brought the artists and their work to life. An outstanding 2 hours. The technology of headphones worked perfectly - we could hear everything Jonathan said.

johnkC9134HV

This was a Christmas present and because I have a dodgy knee I was going to drop out when my knee gave in. It was so interesting and engaging that I lasted to the end.

611hilarym

We engaged Jonathan to run a walking tour of Digbeth for our u3a Local Studies group (22 people). Although based on his public Digbeth tour, Jonathan was more than happy to modify the route to suit our group (including ensuring that it was fully wheelchair-accessible). The (unsolicited) feedback we received from the group after the end of the tour was all excellent. For example, one participant commented “it was nothing like the visit I expected but Jonathan's enthusiasm was amazing, his insight into Birmingham street art fascinating and some of the history behind the Digbeth area enlightening. A new way of looking at the area.”

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