Since the 19th century, Edgbaston has been an upmarket neighbourhood and much of B15 is part of the Calthorpe Estate - an active conservation area. This affluent southern Birmingham neighbourhood is home to multi-million-pound listed Georgian and Victorian villas, making it one of the most expensive postcodes outside of London.
Edgbaston Village is a tourist attraction with several amazing pubs, restaurants, shops and more - including a monthly artisan market that sees people visiting from different parts of the city.
A day out in Edgbaston while walking through its leafy lanes and impeccably manicured gardens can have a calming effect on people. The neighbourhood has a lot to offer - whether you are a resident or a visitor. From shopping to dining to live sports and beautiful gardens - the options are endless. We took a look at all that this historic neighbourhood has to offer, and here are 18 of interesting things to do in Edgbaston:
13. Go on a Lord of the Rings Walk
LOTR author J.R.R. Tolkein lived in Edgbaston once upon a time. The Grade II listed tower of Perrot’s Folly and the Victorian tower of Edgbaston Waterworks are believed to have inspired the Two Towers of J.R.R Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings novels. The author grew up in the area and also has links to The Oratory. (Photo - Google Map) | Google Map
14. A day out at Birmingham Wildlife and Conservation Park
Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park is home to a unique collection of animals from across the world, including Red Pandas, lemurs, reptiles, meerkats, otters, birds, wallabies and a large collection of monkeys. Some of the animals are endangered in the wild and this park plays an important role for their species’ conservation. (Photo - Google Maps) | Google maps
15. Explore the Barber Institue of Fine Arts
This art gallery is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm. Current exhibitions include Storytelling: A life of Christ of Paper, Mastering the market: Dutch and Flemish paintings from Woburn Abbey, and more. (Photo - Google Maps) | Google Maps
16. Eat Argentinian at Fiesta Del Asado
Located on Hagley Road, you will find Argentinian barbecue dishes served in a smart dining room with dark wood tables and exposed bricks here. It’s perfect for a special occasion. (Photo - Google Maps) | Google Maps