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SUMMARY:Heritage Open Day: Heritage Meets Innovation - Dudley College Inspired Campus
DESCRIPTION:For the first time ever\, Dudley College’s Inspired Campus on Venture Way opens its doors for Heritage Open Day\, offering a rare glimpse inside one of the town’s most modern learning environments. This is a unique opportunity to explore how heritage can be interpreted through innovation. \nTour the campus — including its TV studio\, creative spaces\, and digital workshops — and learn how today’s students engage with the past using the tools of tomorrow. Expect a fresh and exciting take on heritage\, with activities\, displays\, and possibly live demonstrations (programme to be confirmed closer to the day). \nAs a key part of Brierley Hill’s ongoing regeneration\, the Inspired Campus offers a different kind of heritage story — one rooted in learning\, aspiration\, and community transformation. \nJust a short walk from Harry’s Café\, Albion Street Church\, and the bustling Market\, the campus adds a new dimension to your Heritage Open Day route. After soaking in the high-tech spaces\, why not contrast your experience with the historic architecture of St Michael’s or St Mary’s Church\, or take in the storytelling magic of the Graves at Nightwalk? \nIt’s the perfect stop for those curious about the future as well as the past.
URL:https://brierleyhill.net/event/heritage-open-day-heritage-meets-innovation-dudley-college-inspired-campus
LOCATION:Dudley College – Inspired – Brierley Hill\, Venture Way\, Brierley Hill\, West Midlands\, DY5 1RG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Child friendly,Exhibition,Family event,Historical,Take Part,Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Sunter":MAILTO:tim@sunter.uk
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250920T150000
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UID:1172-1758362400-1758380400@brierleyhill.net
SUMMARY:Heritage Open Day: St Michael's Church
DESCRIPTION:St Michael’s Church invites you to experience a rich tapestry of local history\, architecture\, and wartime remembrance. Explore the early 19th-century building through guided tours\, revealing how the Oxford Movement influenced its spiritual and architectural development. \nTry your hand at ringing the 150-year-old Whitechapel handbells\, or climb up to the ringing chamber for a rare look behind the scenes. Children and adults alike are welcome to take part in interactive activities\, including colouring and crafts. \nThe acclaimed WWII exhibition returns with compelling local content: Luftwaffe maps showing Brierley Hill as a target\, documentation on civil defence\, the story of the “Brierley Hill Spitfire\,” and tributes to local war casualties. This moving tribute captures the town’s resilience and sacrifice. \nVisitors last year praised the “uplifting” church atmosphere\, “excellent exhibitions\,” and “amazing stories about local heroes.” One person wrote: “Being in the church is uplifting. The amazing glass windows and the Brierley Hill Crystal.” Another said\, “We had a lovely blessing celebrating our 60th wedding anniversary. We were married in this church in 1959.” \nPart of the wider town celebration\, it’s a short walk to Brierley Hill Library\, St Mary’s Church\, and the “Graves at Night” walk.
URL:https://brierleyhill.net/event/heritage-open-day-st-michaels-church
LOCATION:St Michael’s Church\, Bell Street South\, Brierley Hill\, West Midlands\, DY5 3EX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Family event,Historical,Take Part,Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Sunter":MAILTO:tim@sunter.uk
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250920T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T183309Z
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SUMMARY:Heritage Open Day: St Mary's Church
DESCRIPTION:Step inside one of Brierley Hill’s finest architectural treasures: St Mary’s Church\, designed by celebrated Gothic Revival architect E. W. Pugin. This 19th-century masterpiece opens for special guided tours\, offering insights into its unique design\, heritage\, and spiritual history. \nAdmire intricate wall paintings and stained glass\, and enjoy a live organ recital in the church’s serene setting. Learn about the influence of Pugin’s vision and how it helped shape Victorian religious architecture across the country. \nIn the absence of our dear Helen Barley\, with her harps\, this year\, organist Richard James has kindly agreed to hold two organ “demonstrations” between 10.30-11am and 11.30-12noon.\n\nVisitors are encouraged to join him in the choir loft\, during these sessions. Children to be accompanied by an adult\, due to the steep steps to the loft.\nThe church’s friendly community offers light refreshments and a warm welcome. \nThe popular Mouse Trail will be back this year\, along with stained glass effect colouring activities for visitors and refreshments will be available throughout. \nThis event forms part of the wider Brierley Hill Heritage Open Day. Visitors are encouraged to explore nearby venues such as St Michael’s Church with its wartime tributes\, Brierley Hill Library’s historic artefacts\, and the bustling market with its themed performances. \nOne past visitor shared: “Visitors appreciated the organ and harp performances – some even received impromptu harp lessons.” Another said\, “A very enjoyable and worthwhile event.”
URL:https://brierleyhill.net/event/heritage-open-day-st-marys-church
LOCATION:St Mary’s RC Church\, 26 High Street\, Brierley Hill\, West Midlands\, DY5 3AE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Child friendly,Exhibition,Historical,Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Sunter":MAILTO:tim@sunter.uk
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SUMMARY:Heritage Open Day: Free BBQ\, Family Fun\, Exhibition at Albion Street Church
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Albion Street Church for a joyful mix of heritage\, hospitality\, and hands-on family fun. This welcoming venue opens its doors with a free BBQ\, children’s activities\, and a chance to learn more about the church’s role in Brierley Hill’s spiritual and social life. \nThe church will be hosting the activities and BBQ in their community building The Storehouse\, and the event features badge making\, face painting\, bouncy castle\, and creative play — perfect for children and families. Last year\, over 400 people attended and described the day as “full of life and community spirit.” \nInside\, you’ll find a display of the church’s longstanding local history\, documenting its mission\, architectural features\, and connections with generations of residents. Volunteers are on hand to guide visitors and share stories. \nThis vibrant stop is part of the wider Heritage Open Day programme. Combine your visit with nearby venues like Harry’s Café with its crafts and food\, or Brierley Hill Market’s Peaky Blinders day\, both just a short walk away. Round off your day with the Graves at Night walk or a reflective moment at St Mary’s Church. \nWhether you’re here for the sausages\, the stories\, or the smiles — Albion Street offers a little something for everyone.
URL:https://brierleyhill.net/event/heritage-open-day-free-bbq-family-fun-exhibition-at-albion-street-church
LOCATION:West Midlands
CATEGORIES:Child friendly,Crafts,Exhibition,Family event,Historical,Take Part,Tour
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SUMMARY:Heritage Open Day: Historic Artefacts and Local History Collection at Brierley Hill Library
DESCRIPTION:Step inside Brierley Hill Library for a fascinating look at the town’s history through original artefacts\, exhibitions\, and archives. This year’s Heritage Open Day display showcases a unique mix of objects and stories that span over 150 years of local life. \nDiscover the Nine Locks brooch\, a keepsake from the 1869 mining “miracle” that captured national attention. Learn about the local 311 Anti-Aircraft Battalion and its role in WWII and the fall of Mussolini. View the Town Hall clock hand\, historic commemorative plates\, and the striking Jordan painting — inspired by a soldier lost at the Battle of Loos. \nBrowse the local history collection\, early editions of the Black Country Bugle and The Blackcountryman\, and see evocative old photographs that bring the past into focus. \nMany visitors enjoy sharing their own memories and stories — and leave with new ones. Past comments include: \n“Wonderful to see inside this refurbished building – so special and interesting.”\n“…so many memories – Saturday mornings at the children’s library were a weekly ritual.”\n“Very emotional to see it again after all these years. It deserves a new chapter.” \nA short walk from other events including St Michael’s Church\, St Mary’s\, and the Graves at Night walk.
URL:https://brierleyhill.net/event/brierley-hill-library-historic-artefacts-and-local-history-collection
LOCATION:Brierley Hill Library\, 122 High St\, Brierley Hill\, West Midlands\, DY5 3ET
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Historical
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Sunter":MAILTO:tim@sunter.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250914T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250919T210000
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SUMMARY:Heritage Open Week: Visit the Ringing Chamber for Sunday Ringing (14th Sept) or Come to a Ringing Practice (Fri 19th Sept)
DESCRIPTION:For a truly rare Heritage Open Day experience\, climb into the historic ringing chamber at St Michael’s Church and discover the powerful\, rhythmic world of English change ringing. \nThe church’s eight bells\, cast by the renowned Taylor Bellfoundry in 1899\, were the first in the Black Country to be tuned using the Simpson Five-Tone principle — an innovation that shaped modern bellringing acoustics. Brierley Hill once boasted one of the region’s most outstanding peal bands\, and now you have the chance to follow in their footsteps. \nVisitors will: \nTour the ringing chamber\, rarely open to the public.\nHear the bells in action during a live ringing session.\nTry ringing a bell themselves\, guided by experienced ringers.\nLearn about the fascinating techniques and mathematical patterns known as “methods.”\nDiscover the unique heritage and dedication behind the art of tower bell ringing. \n📅 Two opportunities are available:\nSunday Ringing Session\nDate: Sunday\, 14th September\nArrival: 09:50 | Ringing: 10:00–10:30 \nMax: 8 participants\nFriday Practice Sessions\nDate: Friday\, 19th September\nTwo time slots: 7:30 PM and 8:15 PM (Max 8 per slot)\n👉 Booking is essential at www.brierleyhill.net – these sessions fill quickly and are not available throughout the year.
URL:https://brierleyhill.net/event/visit-the-ringing-chamber-for-sunday-ringing-or-come-to-a-ringing-practice
LOCATION:St Michael’s Church\, Bell Street South\, Brierley Hill\, West Midlands\, DY5 3EX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Performance,Take Part,Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Sunter":MAILTO:tim@sunter.uk
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SUMMARY:Brierley Hill Library - badge making\, old photos\, artefacts
DESCRIPTION:Have you visited our wonderfully refurbished library since it reopened.  This is your chance.  The building has been transformed and today it will be holding a display of its old photographs\, challenging you to help put together a jigsaw of an aerial photograph of Brierley Hill from 1931\, and gifting the opportunity to make a badge of your own design or using one of ours.  On top of all of that it houses the town’s local history collection and some remarkable historic artefacts.
URL:https://brierleyhill.net/event/brierley-hill-library-badge-making-old-photos-artefacts
LOCATION:Brierley Hill Library\, 122 High St\, Brierley Hill\, West Midlands\, DY5 3ET
CATEGORIES:Crafts,Exhibition,Family event,Historical
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230916T150000
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SUMMARY:St Michael's Church - Explore\, take part\, enjoy!
DESCRIPTION:Visit Brierley Hill’s oldest building.  Built in 1765 almost all historic events have passed through this church.  There’s lots of things to do for all ages: \n1000-1200 Teddy bear parachute jumps from the top of the tower (weather permitting) \nHandbells 1030\, 1130 and 1230 \n1000-1200 Visit the ringing room and chime one of the 125 year old church bells \nBadge making with the library – all day \nRattle and Rhyme 1000 \nHeritage Poetry at noon \n 
URL:https://brierleyhill.net/event/st-michaels-church-explore-take-part-enjoy
LOCATION:West Midlands
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Family event,Historical,Remembrance,Take Part,Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Sunter":MAILTO:tim@sunter.uk
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230910T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T160014Z
UID:535-1694368800-1694376000@brierleyhill.net
SUMMARY:These People\, This Place - art unveiling and documentary world premiere!
DESCRIPTION:View and celebrate four art installations\, using materials specific to the industrial/historical elements of Brierley Hill and a mini documentary exploring personal connections to the town. \nCommissioned by Historic England\, Dudley MBC and Brierley Hill Cultural Consortium\, a group of residents have created four art installations whilst exploring their personal identifies with particular reference to what brings them to Brierley Hill. \nFour groups have gathered to produce large scale\, 6 foot DNA strands incorporating: Steel; Wood\, willow\, buttons and leather; Glass; and hardware fabric and jewellery. \nA documentary has been produced to go along with the project and tonight will be the word premiere! \nHarry’s Women’s Discovery Group create flowers for their sculpture – recognising the agricultural past of our town.\nHow could any project about the history of Brierley Hill ignore glass! Not this one!\nOne of the DNA structures participants in These People\, This Place have been working with.\nPLUS  \n100 Faces of Brierley Hill…a chance to see the portraits of over 100 local people collected as part of the Cultural Consortium Programme. \n  \n 
URL:https://brierleyhill.net/event/these-people-this-place
LOCATION:Brierley Hill Civic Hall\, Bank Street\, Brierley Hill\, West Midlands\, DY5 3DH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Historical
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220917T150000
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CREATED:20220816T101844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T114437Z
UID:227-1663408800-1663426800@brierleyhill.net
SUMMARY:Dudley Society of Artists Annual Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Come and view work by some of the most talented artists locally – portraits\, landscapes\, local subjects – something for everyone.  See one you like?  You might be able to buy your own original art. \nSee artists at work on Monday\, Tuesday and Friday. \nExhibition is in the community room at St Michael’s.
URL:https://brierleyhill.net/event/dudley-society-of-artists-annual-exhibition-2
LOCATION:St Michael’s Church\, Bell Street South\, Brierley Hill\, West Midlands\, DY5 3EX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220917T140000
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SUMMARY:Albion Street Church - exhibition\, tour\, refreshments\, family activities
DESCRIPTION:Visit Albion Street Church – a newcomer to the Brierley Hill Heritage Open Days festival. \n\nTour the historic church and visit an exhibition of historic documents and photographs\nFamily activities at the Storehouse – bouncy castle\, face painting\, Brierley Hill crafts for children\nRefreshments at the Faithful Coffee Lounge\n\nAll welcome!
URL:https://brierleyhill.net/event/albion-street-church-exhibition-tour-refreshments-family-activities
LOCATION:Albion Street Church\, Albion Street\, Brierley Hill\, West Midlands\, DY5 3EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Family event
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