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A view of the east wing of Wightwick Manor from across the South Terrace lawn, light by the winter sun.

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Wightwick Manor and Gardens

Paint, Politics and Pre-Raphaelite Artists

Two people sitting on a bench on top of a hill looking a far-reaching views

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Clent Hills

A stunning countryside haven in the heart of the busy Midlands

The red bricked hall sites in the main frame of the image, with green grass on the ground and a bright blue sky. There are holly trees to the right and left of the front door.

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Moseley Old Hall

An atmospheric Elizabethan farmhouse that saved a King

Photo shows terraced frontages on a corner in the middle of busy Birmingham.

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Birmingham Back to Backs

Experience 200 years of working people's lives in the heart of Birmingham.

A view of The Roundhouse from across the canal, with two canal boats visible in the foreground and the curved wall of The Roundhouse visible beyond

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Roundhouse

Through a partnership between the National Trust and Canal & River Trust, the Roundhouse in Birmingham has been revived as a hub for city tours.

Take a look at what's on over Christmas at a National Trust place near you.

Two visitors look up at the decorated Christmas tree in the Great Parlour at Wightwick Manor

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Christmas at Wightwick Manor and Gardens

With a dash of colour and a large helping of greenery, come and see Wightwick's recipe for a traditional Victorian Christmas.

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Christmas at the Birmingham Back to Backs

For Christmas 2024, we invite you to get into the festive spirit with a trip back in time at the Back to Backs.

Moseley Old Hall's knot garden with snow sitting ontop of the knot garden and also falling still. The hall can be seen beyond the knot garden. The sky is grey with snow falling.

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A 17th century Christmas at Moseley Old Hall

Enjoy a 17th century Christmas at Moseley Old Hall. From traditional decorations throughout the Hall, to festive crafts and Christmas carols, there is fun to be had for all the family.

If you're looking for something fun to do with the family this autumn and winter, why not plan a day out at one of these places?

A father and daughter playing with autumn leaves at Wightwick Manor, West Midlands

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Family days out at Wightwick Manor and Gardens

With seasonal activities for all the family, gardens to explore, a natural play area and lots of history and nature to discover. Find out about our latest family activities and plan your day out.

Children enjoying the adventure play area at Moseley Old Hall, Staffordshire

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Family Fun at Moseley Old Hall

Enjoy some quality family time in the great outdoors, explore the historic Hall, enjoy a treat or two in the Tearoom and go home feeling happy tired.

A book display showing some of the used and new books on sale

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Second-hand bookshop at the Birmingham Back to Backs

Buy new and used books at Court 15, the second-hand bookshop at Birmingham Back to Backs. Donate your pre-loved books.

A person holding a reusable cup filled with coffe

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Eating and shopping at Wightwick

Discover the historic buildings at Wightwick and grab a bite to eat in the tea-room or stop by the shop or second-hand bookshop for the perfect souvenir of your visit.

Visitor carrying a tray of coffee and cake in the cafe at Llanerchaeron, Wales

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Eating and shopping at Moseley Old Hall

The tea-room is open for takeaways and outdoor seating, serving a range of hot and cold food and drinks. Hot food is served from 12 noon until 3pm. Stop by the second-hand bookshop to pick up your next read.

Two people run along a gravel track at the Longshaw Estate in Derbyshire on a sunny winters day

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Outdoor activities at Clent Hills

Enjoy the great outdoors on Clent Hills with miles of bridleway to explore. Find out about the best routes and keeping yourself safe while out walking and cycling on the Hills.

A view looking from the bottom of the paddock up towards Wightwick Manor in the distance. In the foreground are leaves which have changed colour with the season and are brown, orange and yellow.

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The garden at Wightwick

The garden at Wightwick is the perfect place for a walk after enjoying the delights of the house. Designed by Thomas Mawson, today it has something to see no matter what the season.

View over the Knot Garden to the south front at Moseley Old Hall, Staffordshire.

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Explore the garden at Moseley Old Hall

Explore Moseley’s walled gardens to discover 17th-century plants, a heritage orchard and intricate knot garden. Climb the tree hide and build a den in the King’s Walk Woods beyond.

View of Moseley Old Hall from the orchard, Staffordshire

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Northycote Farm to Moseley Old Hall walk

Shropshire & Staffordshire

Explore the countryside around Moseley Old Hall, joining up with part of the Monarch's Way, and enjoy great views across Northycote Country Park.

Four Stones at Clent Hills, Worcestershire

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Clent Hills short walk

Worcestershire & Herefordshire

This short walking trail to the top of Clent Hill rewards you with impressive views of the Welsh Black Mountains on a clear day, and a close look at the enigmatic Four Stones.

Young volunteers and guests, Birmingham Back to Backs, summer 2016. On a fascinating guided tour, visitors step back in time at Birmingham's last surviving court of back to backs; houses built literally back-to-back around a communal courtyard.

Events in Birmingham & West Midlands

Join in a host of seasonal adventures and events for all ages at places near you. Find out what's on and what’s coming soon.

Moseley Road Baths in Birmingham, still open for swimming

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Securing a future for Moseley Road Baths

Learn how the National Trust’s Innovation and Partnership Team (IPT) joined a coalition to save Moseley Road Baths in Birmingham, a unique Edwardian swimming venue that faced closure

The front of the Blossom Branch in Balsall Heath

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Bringing more blossom to Balsall Heath, Birmingham

The Blossom Branch in Birmingham is a space for local families and community groups in Balsall Heath to come together to learn about blossom and nature.

From intriguing museums to stately homes, there are several places in Birmingham that offer a special welcome to our members. You could be entitled to up to 50% off your entry price when you show your National Trust membership card.

A selection of upside-down U shaped presses line an old wooden bench along a window sill. Beyond the windows are red-bricked buildings and inside the room with the presses are lots of small boxes and wooden Victorian looking items or equipment.

The Pen Museum

A unique museum in the heart of Birmingham's famous Jewellery Quarter, you can immerse yourself in the world of a 19th-century pen-making workshop and see and hear of the harsh conditions of the mainly female workforce. Employed for their dexterity most of the women and girls making pen nibs, and ironically likely to be illiterate themselves. There are many creative displays of vintage pens, on loan from Birmingham's collections. Demonstrations and opportunities and 'have a go' activities for all the family, with quill and steel pens, typewriters, and dressing up area for younger members of the family, photo opportunities, and social media sharing. Discount: 20 % discount on Adult and Concession admission tickets. Proof of Membership required at front desk, offer not available online.

A decorative, red bricked building with a peaked roof and white window frames is glimpsed between autumnal apple trees, in the low autumn sunlight which makes everything glow.

Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens

Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens and Parkland is a 40acre green space on the edge of the city. A unique survival of early 18th century formal gardens with walks, heritage orchards, seasonal bedding, ponds and a maze. The Parkland is a Local Nature Reserve. Courtyard Café and shop free to access. Family friendly and dogs on short leads welcome. Free activities and bookable events all year round. Discount: 2-4-1 entry (not including special event days, for which visitors can buy supplementary tickets)

Blakesley Hall

Blakesley Hall, a timber-framed Tudor masterpiece constructed in 1590, stands proudly as one of Birmingham's oldest and most exemplary architectural treasures. Today, the hall serves as a museum, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in its historic splendour. Situated in the charming suburb of Yardley, the hall's picturesque gardens create an oasis of tranquillity tucked away where you’d least expect! Discount: 50% off entry.

The Coffin Works

Explore how this Jewellery Quarter factory, owned by the Newman Brothers, produced high-quality coffin furniture for over 100 years, including the fittings for Winston Churchill and Princess Diana. From coffin handles to shrouds and more, the museum’s workshops are full of original stock, tools and working machinery, enabling visitors to experience the sights, sounds and smells of Victorian factory life. Guided tour and self-guided entry available. Discount: 50% off self-guided entry (not including guided tours).

Sarehole Mill

Sarehole Mill, built in 1768, is a functioning watermill and one of only two in Birmingham. Nestled in the picturesque suburb of Moseley, it offers a scenic spot for walks and picnics, attracting both locals and tourists. Renowned for its connection to J.R.R. Tolkien, who drew inspiration from the mill for his Middle-earth stories, Sarehole Mill welcomes visitors with a range of engaging tours and activities. Discount: 50% off entry.

Aston Hall

Aston Hall, a beautiful Jacobean mansion built in 1618, is a remarkable landmark in Birmingham. As a public museum, it welcomes visitors to explore its impressive rooms and lush grounds, including Lady Holte’s Garden. Boasting a fascinating history including a Civil War siege, and said to be one of Britain’s most haunted buildings, Aston Hall provides guests with a chance to learn about Birmingham's history and enjoy some of the city's best gardens in a truly memorable environment. Don’t miss it’s iconic Long Gallery. Discount: 50% off entry.

Discover how you can get involved, meet new people, and make a difference.

Visitors listening to the tour guide on the closed communal courtyard at Birmingham Back to Backs, West Midlands

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Supporter groups in Birmingham and the West Midlands

Join your local supporter group in Birmingham and the West Midlands for visits, holidays and fundraising events supporting the Trust.

The farmhouse seen over the Knot Garden at Moseley Old Hall, Staffordshire

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Volunteering at Moseley Old Hall

Without our volunteers we wouldn’t be able to care for Moseley Old Hall – discover how you could play your part in helping to preserve this historic Elizabethan farmhouse.

A volunteer talks to visitors at Wightwick Manor, West Midlands

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Volunteering at Wightwick Manor

Find out more about volunteering at Wightwick Manor and how you can join the team that has been making Wightwick tick for over 60 years.

Whether you’re looking to travel by bus, train, bike or foot, there are several National Trust places in Birmingham and the West Midlands that you can visit without a car.

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National Trust places you can visit in Birmingham & West Midlands without a car

There are a number of sustainable options for travelling to and from the places in our care in Birmingham and West Midlands, whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your visit.

Your support helps us to carry out to look after nature, beauty and history.

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The Big MEND project at Wightwick Manor

After more than 125 years, Wightwick Manor's timber frame is showing signs of deterioration. Thanks to a grant from Arts Council England, a 3-year repair project started in 2023.

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Conservation of the Mathematical Bridge at Wightwick Manor and Gardens

The National Trust is undertaking essential conservation work to restore the historic Mathematical Bridge at Wightwick Manor & Gardens, ensuring its structural integrity and preserving its heritage for future generations.

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Our work on Clent Hills

Find out more about our work at Clent Hills, including enlisting cattle to help conserve the landscape and using archaeology to reveal its secrets.

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8 Hills Regional Park

Read more about the 8 Hills project in Worcestershire and what this exciting project entails as National Trust try to preserve the natural environment.

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SOLD OUT Natural Festive Wreath Decorating Workshop with Wightwick's Gardener

Wightwick Manor and Gardens, Wolverhampton, West Midlands

Join us for a festive, 2-hour class using the finest foraged evergreens, dried fruits and spices, and luxurious velvet ribbons to create a luxury welcoming winter wreath to adorn your front door this festive season.

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Living History Cooking Demonstration - Lucy Clarke's Stir-up Sunday

Wightwick Manor and Gardens, Wolverhampton, West Midlands

Visit Wightwick Manor to see our historical, festive cooking demonstrations.

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The Back to Backs by Candlelight - Christmas Tour - SOLD OUT

Birmingham Back to Backs, Birmingham, West Midlands

Enjoy a unique chance to see the houses decorated for Christmas, by the glow of Candlelight.

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Fused Glass Workshop with Suzie Lavender - Festive Mobiles and Festive Projects

Wightwick Manor and Gardens, Wolverhampton, West Midlands

Throughout the day Wolverhampton glass artist Suzie from Suzie Lavender Contemporary Glass will be teaching two sessions of fused glass making techniques. These workshops are suitable for beginners or as a refresher course.

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See Wightwick Manor decorated for a Traditional Christmas

Wightwick Manor and Gardens, Wolverhampton, West Midlands

Come along to Wightwick Manor this festive season to help us celebrate a traditional Victorian Christmas just like the Mander family would have enjoyed.

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Pressed Flower Art Workshops with The Lilac Tree - Christmas Crafts

Wightwick Manor and Gardens, Wolverhampton, West Midlands

Join The Lilac Tree for a festive pressed flower art workshop at Wightwick Manor and Gardens.

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SOLD OUT Don't Go into the Cellar, Victorian Theatre presents "Sherlock Holmes’ Christmas Casebook"

Wightwick Manor and Gardens, Wolverhampton, West Midlands

Join us in the Great Parlour for this original stage-play. Brought to you by Don't Go Into The Cellar Theatre - the British Empire's leading practitioners of macabre Victoriana!

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SOLD OUT Adult Beginners Needle Felting Workshop - Tree topper fairy/Angel

Wightwick Manor and Gardens, Wolverhampton, West Midlands

An adult (18+) workshop aimed at beginner felters that have had a go before, or confident first-timers, with tutor Natalie Harris(Brooks). Natalie is a fine artist using needle felting and the creator of Roly Poly Ponies.

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Man holding a child up in the air as they both smile, in the grounds at Powis Castle, Powys

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