PLACES TO VISIT

Historic organisation with connections to Charles Dickens and home to the original Birmingham Library. Regular calendar of readings and talks for anyone with an interest in local history, the arts or literature. bmi.org.uk/events

9 Margaret Street, Birmingham, B3 3BS

Join its visitors from across the world who come to admire the Burne-Jones windows, or enjoy a moment’s calm in the heart of the Business District.

birminghamcathedral.com

Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2QB

CLOSED IN 2023 FOR MAINTENANCE WORKS birminghammuseums.org.uk

Birmingham’s flagship museum, housing one of the country’s finest civic collections, local history and world-famous Pre-Raphaelite art.

Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3DH

Grab a pint, go upstairs and be entertained at this wonderful venue. You can book pre-theatre dining when you buy theatre tickets, just £19 for 2 courses. oldjointstock.co.uk

4 Temple Row West, Birmingham, B2 5NY