Birmingham’s history goes back all the way to the 6th century when it was a small settlement in a thick forest. Since then it has grown into a thriving cosmopolitan city.
Whether it’s the de Bermingham family’s legacy in positioning it as a market town in the Middle Ages or its leadership in the Industrial Revolution through the late 1700s and 1800s - the city has continued to grow. And while Birmingham took a hit during the World War II, it built itself back again.
With such a rich history, every corner of the city has its own unique story. And, the buildings in the city are not just lifeless structures but part of this living heritage.
Yet not all of Birmingham’s precious structures are listed in the National Heritage List for England (NHLE) - which is the official register of all protected historic buildings and sites in England. And with that in mind some of them have been locally listed by the Birmingham Conservation and Heritage Panel (BCHP).
Previously, we looked at the top 14 areas in Birmingham with most locally listed buildings. Now, we are diving deep into the Birmingham city centre district’s locally listed buildings. Some are marvels of the 20th century while others go back to the Victorian times. So, here are 48 locally listed buildings in Birmingham city centre district:
1. Cavendish House, Waterloo st
It was built around 1937-39 and is located on Waterloo Street. (Photo - Google Maps)
2. 55 Temple Row, Birmingham city centre
Former Bank of England offices.(Photo - Google Maps)
3. Somerset House, Birmingham city centre
It was built in 1936 and was designed by Birmingham-based architects Essex and Goodman. (Photo - Google Maps)
4. Alpha Tower, Birmingham city centre
Alpha Tower is a Grade II listed office skyscraper in Birmingham, England. It was designed by the Birmingham-born architect George Marsh of Richard Seifert & Partners. (Photo - Google Maps)