Handbell ringing

St Michael’s Church Bell Street South, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Fancy a go at handbell ringing…well now's your chance AND use some very special bells. When the church bell ringing at Brierley Hill was revived in 2017, ringers came across a set of dilapidated handbells in the ringing room. Some of the bells were cracked; some had clappers missing; many leather handles had rotted away. […]

Walk of Remembrance

St Michael’s Church Bell Street South, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Learn the story of Brierley Hill's war memorial and the men commemorated on it.  Visit the Commonwealth War Graves and family memorials in St Michael's Churchyard. Visit the memorials inside the church too in this wonderful, emotional and moving walk.  Sensible footwear needed, and be prepared for all weathers.  Booking required for safety reasons as […]

Free

Graves at Night – the original

St Michael’s Church Bell Street South, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Explore the history of Brierley Hill through the stories of the people who, literally, made the town.  This guided walk is delivered after dusk to give added atmosphere as we walk around the graveyard.  This walk has "sold out" (there's no fee for the walk) in previous years and has received rave reviews (blushes!). Bring […]

Free

Brierley Hill Library – badge making, old photos, artefacts

Brierley Hill Library 122 High St, Brierley Hill, West Midlands

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 […]

Former Library and Technical Institute

Technical Insitute and Library Moor Street, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Work is ongoing on this fabulous building.  Opened in 1904 as a Technical Institute, Art School and college, the building has some fine examples of Terracotta figures, designed by Mart Masters Gibbons and Oaken.  Inside are tiles donated by the famous Gibbons and Hinton tile factory and admirable stained glass.  The outside of the building […]

Albion Street Church – Free to explore

Albion Street Church Albion Street, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Built in 1882 this building served initially as a Congregationalist Church.  During the Second World War, Brierley Hill's Air Raid Patrol centre was located here.  The inside of the building has been extensively refurbished in the last few years and this is an opportunity to see a fine example of what can be done to […]

St Michael’s Church – Free to Explore!

St Michael’s Church Bell Street South, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom

See inside the Brierley Hill's oldest building (1765).  Now grade 2 listed.  Look around the church - the inside will surprise you -  visit the historic graveyard (self guided tour available).  Learn about the memorials in the church and admire the stained glass windows.  At the same venue there will be Stained Glass based activities, […]

Stained glass workshops

St Michael’s Church Bell Street South, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Create a colourful piece of art to decorate your home or present as a gift. We will be working with acrylic glass to make designs inspired by the beautiful windows of St Michael's church. This session is 16+ but younger children are welcome if accompanied by an adult.   Choose one session from 1000 and […]

Craft Bookmaking

St Michael’s Church Bell Street South, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Create a mini notebook bound in a cover of your design. Besides assembling the booklets, we will be using a variety of carved stamps to decorate their pages with images in the tradition of medieval art.  No need to book, just turn up!  

Craft Bookmaking

St Michael’s Church Bell Street South, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Create a mini notebook bound in a cover of your design. Besides assembling the booklets, we will be using a variety of carved stamps to decorate their pages with images in the tradition of medieval art.  No need to book, just turn up!  

1940s Day, Brierley Hill Market

Brierley Hill Market High Street, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Saturday 8th March 11am-3pm the Market is hosting another of its very successful 1940s days. Step back in time to the glory days of World War 2 with a range of top-class performers on the market stage. These will include singer Vicky Elise, George Formby tribute Kyle Evans, tap dancer Katie Lewis, and banjo player Angie […]

Cake Not Hate – Treasure Hunt Picnic

Brierley Hill Town Centre

Fun for all the family! Do you like cake, samosas and freshly baked crusty cobs? Discover our town’s treasured foods and share in musical entertainment and activities at our community picnic. We have 25 free places available for this event.

Free

Heritage Open Week: Graves at Night – Tue 16th, Wed 17th, Thu 18th September

St Michael’s Church Bell Street South, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Join this atmospheric twilight walk through St Michael’s Churchyard. Discover moving, surprising, and sometimes mysterious tales from Brierley Hill’s past — all by torchlight. NB Booking Essential, RSVP

Free

Heritage Open Day: Peaky Blinders at Brierley Hill Market

Brierley Hill Market High Street, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Dress the part and step back in time at Brierley Hill Market’s Peaky Blinders Day! Enjoy live music, dance, vintage flair, and bargains galore in this lively celebration of local heritage.

Heritage Open Day: St Mary’s Church

St Mary’s RC Church 26 High Street, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Discover the breathtaking Gothic Revival beauty of E.W. Pugin’s St Mary’s Church. Enjoy guided tours, stunning wall art, live organ music, and family-friendly heritage activities.

Heritage Open Day: St Michael’s Church

St Michael’s Church Bell Street South, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Step into history at St Michael’s Church with guided tours, bellringing, and a moving WWII exhibition. Discover stunning architecture and powerful stories in a peaceful setting.