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Nanetta Stocker's Grave
Intrigued by the unusual? Visit the grave of "the smallest woman ever" in the British Isles, who was only 33 inches high when she died in 1819.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  4.1 miles from city center
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Old Yardley School
Owner description: This 15th-century, half timbered building served originally as the Guild Hall, became a school until 1908, and currently contains a youth club and...... more » Owner description: This 15th-century, half timbered building served originally as the Guild Hall, became a school until 1908, and currently contains a youth club and parish rooms. « less
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
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Old Square
Owner description: This pleasant city square features a sculpture depicting people and stories from the city's past, and a unique rendering of the Birmingham-born...... more » Owner description: This pleasant city square features a sculpture depicting people and stories from the city's past, and a unique rendering of the Birmingham-born comedian Tony Hancock. « less
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.9 miles from city center
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Old Grammar School, King's Norton
Dating back to the 15th century, this half-timbered building is one of the oldest of its kind in the Midlands.
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
Distance  5.0 miles from city center
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Moseley Dovecote
Dating from the early 1700s, this octagonal-shaped red brick building was formerly part of the Moseley Hall estate, a fascinating historical relic.
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Lazarica Serbian Orthodox Church
Owner description: Serving as the main place of worship for Birmingham's Serbian community, this church was built out of marble and sandstone that was brought from...... more » Owner description: Serving as the main place of worship for Birmingham's Serbian community, this church was built out of marble and sandstone that was brought from Serbia. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  4.0 miles from city center
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Lucas Memorial
Owner description: This monument marks the original site of Joseph Lucas & Sons car and vehicle factory, which was established 1872 and later played an essential role in...... more » Owner description: This monument marks the original site of Joseph Lucas & Sons car and vehicle factory, which was established 1872 and later played an essential role in military production during the two World Wars. « less
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
Distance  1.6 miles from city center
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Joseph Sturge Memorial
Owner description: This impressive Portland stone memorial is in tribute to the famous Quaker and philanthropist Joseph Sturge, who was a leading campaigner for the...... more » Owner description: This impressive Portland stone memorial is in tribute to the famous Quaker and philanthropist Joseph Sturge, who was a leading campaigner for the abolition of slavery. « less
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
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Industry and Genius
Owner description: This Portland stone and bronze monument, erected in 1990, is dedicated to John Baskerville, the 18th-century printer and typographer who invented the...... more » Owner description: This Portland stone and bronze monument, erected in 1990, is dedicated to John Baskerville, the 18th-century printer and typographer who invented the typeface that now bears his name. « less
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
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Highbury
This grand mansion was built for the city's famous politician, Joseph Chamberlain, who lived here between 1880 and 1914.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
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Horsefair Mural
Owner description: This colorful mural, executed in mosaics in 1966, measures about 30 yards long by twelve feet high, and depicts the Horse Fair that took place on the...... more » Owner description: This colorful mural, executed in mosaics in 1966, measures about 30 yards long by twelve feet high, and depicts the Horse Fair that took place on the spot every year until 1911. « less
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.7 miles from city center
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Fox Hollies Park
Owner description: Located a short distance from the city center, these forty acres feature mature trees, lush grassland, and a scenic lake, making it a pleasant spot...... more » Owner description: Located a short distance from the city center, these forty acres feature mature trees, lush grassland, and a scenic lake, making it a pleasant spot for a relaxing outing. « less
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  4.0 miles from city center
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Hagley Hall
Owner description: This is the last of the Grand Palladian houses, completed in 1760, which houses some of the finest examples of Rococo plasterwork by Francesco Vassali...... more » Owner description: This is the last of the Grand Palladian houses, completed in 1760, which houses some of the finest examples of Rococo plasterwork by Francesco Vassali and a magnificent collection of 18th-century furniture. « less
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
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George I's Statue
Commissioned in the early 1720s, this bronze figure of George I is Birmingham's oldest memorial work.
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
Distance  2.1 miles from city center
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Digbeth Tuck Trail
Owner description: This self-guided tour takes visitors through Digbeth, one of the oldest parts of Birmingham, which concentrates on the magnificent old surviving...... more » Owner description: This self-guided tour takes visitors through Digbeth, one of the oldest parts of Birmingham, which concentrates on the magnificent old surviving buildings from the Industrial Revolution to present day. « less
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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Curzon Street Station
Owner description: This neo-classical building (circa 1838) stands as a monument to the golden age of railway architecture, when buildings were constructed not only for...... more » Owner description: This neo-classical building (circa 1838) stands as a monument to the golden age of railway architecture, when buildings were constructed not only for their function, but for their looks. « less
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Architectural Buildings
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Department of Art
Owner description: Adjacent to the Birmingham and Midland Institute, this Victorian structure was built in 1885 as a Municipal Art school, which serves a similar purpose...... more » Owner description: Adjacent to the Birmingham and Midland Institute, this Victorian structure was built in 1885 as a Municipal Art school, which serves a similar purpose today. « less
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Educational Sites
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
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Crimean War Memorial
Owner description: This monument to the Crimean War stands over twenty feet high and bears the names of some of the most famous battles of the war: Alma, Inkerman and...... more » Owner description: This monument to the Crimean War stands over twenty feet high and bears the names of some of the most famous battles of the war: Alma, Inkerman and Sebaastopol. « less
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
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Colmore Gate
A dramatic addition to the Birmingham skyline is this Art-Deco commercial building that is characterized with bluish glass and chrome.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.5 miles from city center
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