In the heart of Birmingham, a story of faith and spirituality unfurls, woven together by remarkable religious buildings that stand as testament to the diverse cultural fabric of this dynamic city.
These architectural marvels are more than mere structures; they are sacred spaces where beliefs, traditions, and dreams find a voice.
From medieval churches to modern mosques and temples - these religious buildings tell the story of Birmingham and its million plus residents.
So, we took a look at all the remarkable religious buildings in the city for residents and visitors to explore. The buildings have a rich heritage and have been included by the Birmingham Heritage Week as well.
You can book guided or unguided walking tours and viewings for their open days to have a look around and find out more about your city’s history and different faiths.
So, here are 20 remarkable religious buildings in Birmngham that show how diverse the city is:
5. Quaker Meeting House, Bournville
The Quaker Meeting House was built in 1905 and was designed by William Alexander Harvey, an influential architect on the Bournville estate. (Photo - Tony Hisgett/Creative Commons) | Tony Hisgett
6. Church of St Alban, Highgate
A Grade II* listed Church of England parish church in the Anglican Diocese of Birmingham. It is dedicated to Saint Alban, the first British Christian martyr. In 2018, the church was on Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register due to its poor condition. (Photo - Google Maps) | Google Maps
7. Church of the Ascension Hall Green
This is one of the only Queen Anne style churches in Birmingham. On Ascension Day 1704, the Chapel was consecrated by the Bishop, the first Church in Hall Green. The building was probably designed by Sir William Wilson, or at least influenced by him. (Photo - Google Maps) | Google Maps
8. Birmingham Central Mosque, Bellgrave Middleway
This is the second purpose built mosque in the United Kingdom & was built in 1969 and opened to the public in 1975. It is one of the most recognised religious buildings in the city of Birmingham. (Photo - Google Maps) | Google Maps