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Building on the popular Heritage Open Days Graves at Night walks held in the last two years, this successor walk looks at some the most significant graves in the churchyard: The Commonwealth War Graves. The walk will look at some of the 21 CWGC graves in the churchyard and tell the stories behind them. We […]
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 […]
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 […]
Markets have been at the heart of Brierley Hill for almost 200 years. Presently undergoing a refurbishment as part of the towns Heritage Action Zone with support from Dudley Council and Historic England, the market has 40 stall holders - making it still one of the most thriving markets in the Black Country. To celebrate […]
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to ring a church bell? How do church bell ringers know when to ring their bell? How many different orders can you ring seven bells in? This is an opportunity to answer those questions, to visit the normally closed ringing room, and to have a go at […]
When Tim and Jenny took over the bell ringing in the tower they found scattered around the ringing room a set of old bells. Some were cracked, some were missing clappers. On others the handles had come off. Supported by grants from the Fisher Trust and St Michael's Church the bells were sent of to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Free crafting for all ages at Harry's on the High Street. Jewellery making, rock painting, card making, jigsaw mat and more. All Free!!! Woo hoo!!!!
Don't let this extraordinary building's exterior fool you. This is a gem of a building and a real beauty inside. Pugin designed, the building is home to some extraordinary artwork. Heritage Open Day gives you a chance to tour the inside PLUS as a bonus, the opportunity to listen to harp and organ playing by […]
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 […]
Listen to the talented harpist Helen Barley play. The recital commences at 1030. When she has finished performing Helen will be letting people have their own go at playing one of her harps. An extraordinary opportunity.
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!
Relax as Richard hits the keyboard at this 150 year old church - dream about the generations of our ancestors who have sat here over the decades appreciated the very same instrument. Let yourself go wherever the music takes you. Plus the opportunity to visit the normally out of bounds organ loft. Not to be […]
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!
Celebrate the music of JOHN DENVER and NEIL DIAMOND on Friday 4th October in the beautiful surroundings of Grade II listed St Michael's Church, Bell Street South, DY5 3EX. Wayne Denton's sell out double tribute show. Ticket's just £10 including a free drink and entry to a raffle. Click RSVP OR email ticketsatchurch@gmail.com to […]
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 […]
A two hour walk starting and ending at the award winning Swan public house which will provide delicious cobs when the party returns. Hear stories of Brierley Hill's War - memorials, graves, watch towers, American forces, the Home Guard, prisoners of war and more. One steep section in the walk.
Help us plant wildflowers around the Chapel St Estate on Wed 23rd April, meet at the Housing Hub by 11am (under Yeovil Court) Hill Street, Brierley Hill, DY5 2SD. Light work clearing weeds and planting seeds, with some refreshments provided for volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join in, children must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring your own gloves, trowels and handrakes if you have them. Some equipment and litter pickers will be provided if needed.