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Blue Plaque: Sir Granville Bantock

The Blue Plaque is located in Bartley Green and commemorates Sir Granville Bantock, a British composer and conductor.

2018 Centenary Armistice Day 1918

Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I, this site marks the centenary of the Armistice signed in 1918, which brought peace to a war-torn world. In Aston, it serves as a gathering point for communities to reflect on a

86-1798

Marking the year 1798, this historical reference points to a pivotal era when Aston began its rapid industrial expansion. The inscription likely commemorates a specific building or event that laid the groundwork for the area's future prospe

A Meteorite Fell

This intriguing marker in Birmingham commemorates the site where a meteorite is believed to have landed, linking the city to a cosmic event. The simple yet evocative plaque invites passersby to ponder the vastness of space and the rare occu

A meteorite fell

In a rare celestial event witnessed by locals, a meteorite crashed into this part of Aston, leaving behind a geological anomaly that connects Earth to the cosmos. This historical marker reminds residents of the dynamic nature of our univers

Albert's Memorial Garden

Albert's Memorial Garden is a serene green space in Aston, dedicated to the memory of Prince Albert. The garden features a striking Gothic-style memorial cross, surrounded by well-tended flower beds and mature trees. It serves as a quiet re

BBC Midlands Visitor Centre

Step into the vibrant world of broadcasting at this interactive hub where visitors can explore the history and technology behind BBC Midlands. The centre features hands-on exhibits allowing guests to try their hand at news reading, sound en

Back To Backs

The National Trust's Back to Backs offers a vivid reconstruction of Victorian working-class life in Birmingham. These terraced houses, preserved in their original state, reveal the cramped and often harsh living conditions of the 19th centu

Barry Jackson

This marker honors Barry Jackson, the visionary theatre director who founded the Repertory Theatre in Birmingham, revolutionizing British stage production. His innovative approach brought high-quality drama to the Midlands, challenging the

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery is a world-class institution housed in a magnificent Victorian building in the city center. Its vast collection spans from ancient Egyptian artifacts to Pre-Raphaelite masterpieces, with a particular emphasis

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery

One of the UK's finest regional museums, this institution houses an impressive collection of art and archaeology from around the world. Highlights include the world's largest collection of Pre-Raphaelite art and significant Islamic and Asia

Birmingham Pals Battalions 1914-18

Honoring the 'Pals' battalions formed by local volunteers during the First World War, this memorial celebrates the camaraderie and sacrifice of men who enlisted together from their neighborhoods. These units, composed of friends and colleag

Black Sabbath Memorial

The Black Sabbath Memorial in Aston pays homage to the legendary heavy metal band that originated in Birmingham. Located near their childhood haunts, the memorial features a striking steel sculpture depicting the band's iconic imagery. It s

Blue Plaque Peaky Blinders

Located in the historic Aston district, this blue plaque commemorates the fictional gangland setting of the acclaimed TV series Peaky Blinders. While the show is a work of fiction, it draws heavily on the gritty industrial past and street g

Blue Plaque The Bull: History

This blue plaque brings Aston’s past to life by marking a location linked to the ‘Bull’—likely a pub, business, or institution whose name evokes local character. Blue plaque schemes are beloved for turning ordinary buildings into time capsu

Blue Plaque: Birmingham Guild of Handicraft Arthur Stansfield Dixon

Adorning the exterior of a historic building in Aston, this blue plaque commemorates Arthur Stansfield Dixon, a key figure in the Birmingham Guild of Handicraft movement. The plaque marks the location where Dixon lived and worked, celebrati

Blue Plaque: Constance C W Naden

This iconic blue plaque honors Constance C W Naden, a Victorian poet and philosopher known for her scientific interests and literary wit. Situated in Aston, the marker identifies the residence where she penned many of her thought-provoking

Blue Plaque: Edward Richard Taylor & William Howson Taylor

This distinctive blue plaque in Smethwick commemorates the contributions of Edward Richard Taylor and William Howson Taylor to the local industrial landscape. As prominent figures in the region's engineering and manufacturing sectors, their

Blue Plaque: Edward White Benson

This blue plaque commemorates Edward White Benson, a distinguished Archbishop of Canterbury who had significant connections to the Aston area. His tenure was marked by efforts to bridge religious divides and modernize church practices durin

Blue Plaque: Francis Brett Young

This blue plaque commemorates Francis Brett Young, a popular English novelist and poet whose works vividly captured the landscapes and social changes of the West Midlands and South Africa. The plaque is located on a handsome red-brick house

Blue Plaque: Home of the Spitfire

This blue plaque in Birmingham marks the former home of R.J. Mitchell, the brilliant designer of the Supermarine Spitfire. The Spitfire was one of the most iconic fighter aircraft of World War II, playing a crucial role in the Battle of Bri

Blue Plaque: J.R.R. Tolkien

This blue plaque marks the childhood home of J.R.R. Tolkien, the legendary author of 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings', who spent formative years in Smethwick. The plaque is set on a modest Victorian terraced house, a far cry from th

Blue Plaque: James Watt

This blue plaque honors James Watt, a pivotal figure in the Industrial Revolution. Located in Aston, it marks the site where the great inventor once lived or worked. As a significant symbol of industrial heritage, it attracts visitors inter

Blue Plaque: John Henry Cardinal Newman

This blue plaque commemorates John Henry Cardinal Newman, a towering 19th-century theologian, philosopher, and leader of the Oxford Movement who later converted to Catholicism and became a cardinal. The plaque marks a house in Smethwick ass

Blue Plaque: Joseph Gillott

Blue Plaque: Joseph Lucas 1834-1902

Blue Plaque: Joseph Southall

Blue Plaque: Joseph Sturge

Blue Plaque: Lanchester Brothers built UK's first motor car here

Blue Plaque: Lanchester Brothers built UK's first motor car here

Blue Plaque: Lawson Taite

Blue Plaque: Major Dr J. Hall-Edwards

Blue Plaque: Matthew Boulton Birthplace

Blue Plaque: Municipal Technical School

Blue Plaque: Neville Chamberlain

Blue Plaque: Queen's Hospital

Blue Plaque: Richard Cadbury

Blue Plaque: Sir Austen Chamberlain

Blue Plaque: Wesleyan Assurance Society

Carlton Cinema Bombing 1940

Central Police Station Foundation Stone

Chamberlain Memorial Spire

Curzon Street Turntable

Dr John Ash founder of the General Hospital

Edgbaston Archery & Lawn Tennis Society

First Health Food Store in the UK

First Municipal Savings Bank in Britain 1933

First Municipal Savings bank in Britain 1933

Fluted Column

Frederick Rowland Emett

Frederick Rowland Emett Memorial

GWR War Memorial

Gun Barrel Proof House

Gun Barrell Proof House

Hall of Memory

Highway Commemorative Plaque

Hugh Nettlefold Alpine Garden

Ida B. Wells

Imperial Measure

J.R.R. Tolkien

J.W. Evans & Son

James Cooper VC

John Feeney 1839-1905

John Lewis Ground Breaking June 2012

Joseph Chamberlain Memorial Clock Tower

Kate Elizabeth Bunce

Kathleen Dayus 1903-2003

L & NW Railway War Memorial

Lance Corporal Alfred Wilcox VC

Lance Corporal Joseph Tombs VC

Lance Corporal William Amey VC

Lapworth Museum of Geology

Last Public Hanging in Birmingham

Lieutenant Colonel James Neville Marshall VC

Lord Nelson

Merchant Navy War Memorial

Metchley Roman Fort

Newman Brothers Coffin Furniture Factory

Normandy War Memorial

North Africa War Memorial

Perrott's Folly

Private Arthur Vickers VC

Private Thomas Turrall VC

Queen Victoria Foundation Stone

Red Plaque: Gas Street Basin The Worcester Bar

Remember the 21

Reverend Peter Stanford

Rostill Lines Monument

Roundhouse Birmingham

Second Lieutenant Herbert James VC

Second Lieutenant Herbert James VC Memorial

Sergeant Albert Gill VC

Sergeant Alfred Knight VC

Sergeant Norman Finch VC

Sir Edward Burne-Jones, artist

St George Parish Boundary Marker

St Thomas's Church

The Angel Drinking Fountain

The Barber Institute of Fine Arts

The First Health Food Store in the UK