Guided Tour of Street Art in Birmingham
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Come and Uncover Birminghams Beautiful, Inspiring, Unknown and Ever-Changing Street Art. We’ll take you on a 5km walk (2 hours) or run (1.5 hours) to the most striking murals - with even better stories behind them. Drawing on History from around the World, we specifically look at Birmingham’s scene and the Home-Grown Artists behind it.1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
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Brochure with pictures and links to all of the artists you learnt about (and others!)
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Birmingham Canalside
Lower Loveday St, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B19 3SJLook out for your guide smiling in orange!
We'll meet at the historic Eagle and Ball pub, and start your tour by telling you how Birmingham's Graffiti and Street Art scene began and the relevance of the Banksy mural that appeared in our Jewellery Quarter in 2019 (spoiler: it was here way before Banksy made his mark).
We'll then take a secret route along the decorated canals to Digbeth, the epicentre of Birminghams Street Art Scene.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Digbeth
Digbeth, United KingdomAfter, we'll walk or run on to various sights and murals within Digbeth. Some of which detailed below.
You'll stop to admire, photograph and learn all about the art and the Home-Grown Artists behind it.25 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
The 1st stop on our tour is the Lock Keepers Cottage, which has a brilliant story attached to it, as well as it's decoration by one of Birminghams female artists.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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In this Car Park you'll meet Pongo the orangutan, created for Animal Rights Activism by Louis Masai.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Custard Factory
Gibb Street, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B9 4AASet in 15 acres of beautifully restored Victorian Factories, just a short walk from the Bullring, the iconic Custard Factory is the heart of Birmingham’s buzzing creative quarter. The former HQ of Bird’s Custard (the famous egg-free custard powder) is now a creative hub home to many independent shops, cafes, bars, restaurants and of course ART.
We'll discuss the stance of a private venue on graffiti and street art - does it improve or degrade an area?20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
We'll visit this eco-friendly live music venue covered in a mural created during Black History month to celebrate Birminghams young, black creatives and also speak about how it was used following George Floyds murder.10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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We will start at the scheduled time so please arrive a few minutes early.
This meeting point is easily accessible by car or public transport and their are car parks and paid street parking available.View Location
End point
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Look out for your guide stood outside smiling in orange!
We will start at the scheduled time so please arrive a few minutes early.
This meeting point is easily accessible by car or public transport and their are car parks and paid street parking available.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Printed Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
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