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Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute at Aston University - A Birmingham Gem!

Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute, also called EBRI was originally the Delicia Cinema in the Gosta Green area of Birmingham. It was converted in early 2010s.

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Hollymoor Hospital - a Northfield Architecture Gem!

The old Watertower at the former Hollymoor Hospital, built by Martin and Martin between 1896 and 1905. Hollymoor Hospital was built in 1900, but was closed by 1996.

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The Horseshoe, Kings Heath - A Birmingham Gem!

The Horseshoe is a public house in Kings Heath on Alcester Road South. A canalside pub on the Stratford-on-Avon Canal.

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Nechells - take a tour with us!

Nechells is a neighbourhood of Birmingham. It has some great places to go and visit.  With features and trails from community, let us introduce you to Nechells.. 

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Aston University - A Birmingham Gem!

Aston University is one of the UK's leading universities and is located in Birmingham. It gained University Status in 1966, and was The Guardian University of the Year 2020.

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Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham - A Birmingham Gem!

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital located in Edgbaston, close to the University of Birmingham, is a major, 1,215 bed, tertiary NHS and military hospital.

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Church of God of Prophecy Nechells Outreach Centre

Church of God of Prophecy Nechells Outreach Centre is on Long Acre in Nechells, Birmingham. Built originally as a Presbyterian chapel in 1888-9.

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Freightliner terminal - Landor Street, Birmingham

The Freightliner terminal at Landor Street in the Vauxhall or Nechells area of Birmingham. You will most likely pass it on the train between Birmingham New Street and Coventry.

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The White Tower, Vauxhall - A Birmingham Gem!

The White Tower is a public house, also called Moriarty's at Curzon Circle, on Lawley Middleway and Vauxhall Road near Nechells in Birmingham. It is opposite of Eastside.

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Heartlands Academy

Heartlands Academy is located on Great Francis Street in Vauxhall, Birmingham. It is now also an e-Act Academy.

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Lanchester Car Monument at Bloomsbury Park

The Lanchester Car Monument was made in 1995 by Tim Tolkien, to commemorate the work of Frederick William Lanchester. Located in Bloomsbury Park, near Oliver Street.

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Old Bloomsbury Library - A Birmingham Gem!

The old Bloomsbury Library, dates to 1892-93, built of pink terracotta in the classical style is on Nechells Parkway. Is now Rising Stars Daycare. A Grade II listed building.

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Cromwell Junior & Infant School - A Birmingham Gem!

Cromwell Junior & Infant School was originally the Cromwell Street School, built in 1889 by J A Cossins for the Birmingham School Board. The school is close to Bloomsbury Park.

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Hope Gardens, Nechells - A wonderful open space!

A pocket park in Nechells called Hope Gardens between Aston Church Road and Nechells Park Road. Features a childrens play area and basketball court.

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The Old Grammar School, Kings Norton - A Birmingham Gem!

A Grade II* listed 15th century building located in the grounds of St Nicolas' Church, Kings Norton. The Old Grammar School along with The Saracens Head won BBC Restoration in 2004.

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The Saracen's Head, Kings Norton - A Birmingham Gem!

The Saracen's Head was a late 15th century Tudor Merchant's House located in Kings Norton. The Grade II* listed building won BBC's Restoration in 2004 with The Old Grammar School.

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The Bulls Head, Kings Norton - A Birmingham Gem!

The Bulls Head is a public house on The Green in Kings Norton Village. It is near The Saracen's Head (Saint Nicolas' Place) and St Nicolas' Church.

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The Church of The Ascension, Hall Green - Culture, History and Faith

The Church of The Ascension is located in Hall Green at the corner of Fox Hollies Road and School Road. Grade II* listed building dating to around 1703-04. Built of red brick with stone.

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The Cotteridge Church - Culture, History & Faith

The Cotteridge Church is situated at Pershore Road South in Cotteridge, Birmingham. It has a history going back to 1903-4. But was a merger of three churches around 1980.

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St Anne's Church, Digbeth - Culture, History and Faith

St Anne's Church is a Roman Catholic Church on Alcester Street in Digbeth. Built 1883-84 by Albert Vicars. Part of the Irish Quarter, the building has been Grade II listed since 2021.

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The Swan & Mitre, Aston - A Birmingham Gem!

A public house located in Aston on the Lichfield Road, it dates to 1898 and is Grade II listed. The Swan & Mitre is near Aston Station, but has been closed for many years and is for sale.

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The Britannia, Aston - A Birmingham Gem!

The Britannia was a public house on the Lichfield Road in Aston, built from 1898-1900 by Wood & Kendrick for Mitchells & Butlers Ltd. The pubs has been closed for years.

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Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Dormition of Theotokos and Saint Andrew - Culture, History and Faith

The Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Dormition of Theotokos and Saint Andrew is located on Summer Hill Terrace and Arthur Place in the Jewellery Quarter. Church building dates to 1873.

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Former Father Lopes' Chapel, Digbeth - A Birmingham Gem!

A former chapel in Digbeth, now near Digbeth Court Car Park. Was formerly St Edmunds' Boys' Home. Built 1913-14. By  Mansell & Mansell. Been unused for years.

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Beacon Hill Toposcope in Lickey Hills Country Park - Amazing Views!

Atop Beacon Hill in the Lickey Hills Country Park is the amazing Toposcope, a replica castle formation offering incredable views over the West Midlands, the city of Birmingham and beyond!

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