Food Tour with Edward Shelby
Experience the best of Birminghams diverse culture and ethnic cuisines.
You’ll visit an eclectic mix of the top spots for foodies…
Per Adult
From
£45
Most popular food tour in Birmingham on Tripadvisor
Duration: 3h
English
Ages: Any
Start time: Check availability
3 course lunch included
Birmingham’s most comprehensive gang tour fully narrated by our expert tour guide
Parking available
Refreshment stops included
-
A three-course lunch
What's not included
Snacks
Alcoholic Beverages
Drinks
Parking Fees (£5 to £30)
-
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: The Custard Factory Gibb Street Digbeth, Birmingham B9 4AA England
Learn all about the famous Birds Custard and the love story behind its creation.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St. Martin in the Bull Ring, Edgbaston Street, Birmingham B5 5BB England
Stop off and hear all about the contributions made by immigrants from the Indian sub continent to Birmingham and enjoy a taste of one of their wonderful dishes
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Burlington Arcade, New Street, Birmingham England
Find out how a speech given in the Burlington Hotel impacted immigration to Birmingham and created the conflict that fuelled far right gangs in the city
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Chinese Quarter, Birmingham England
Learn about the impact of Chinese immigrants on the food and gangs of Birmingham and enjoy a taste of the Far East.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Turtle Bay Birmingham, 81-91 John Bright St, Birmingham B1 1BL, UK
The Windrush Generation brought with them a great work ethic and amazing new foods to the city of a thousands trades. Here we will finish our tour with a taste of the Caribbean.
Duration: 15 minutes
-
Departure details
The Rainbow, 160 High St, Bordesley, Birmingham B12 0LD, UK
Look for the gang member in a flat cap and cravat stood outside the pub
Return details
Turtle Bay Birmingham, 81-91 John Bright St, Birmingham B1 1BL, UK
I am happy to walk any guests back to the Rainbow pub if needed at the end of the tour.
-
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below
+44 7877 661 883
-
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travellers
-
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
-
Which attractions will I visit with Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking and Food Tour?
During this experience, places you will visit include:
Custard Factory
St. Martin in the Bull Ring
Chinese Quarter
How much is Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking and Food Tour?
Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking and Food Tour price starts from £45.
What is the Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking and Food Tour cancellation policy?
Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking and Food Tour cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Which company provides Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking and Food Tour?
Birmingham Slogging Gangs Tours are hosted by Top Tours Global a subsidiary of Ed Tours Ltd. We can be contacted through our website or on +44 7877 661 883 or by emailing us at info@toptoursglobal.com
Have you got the taste for Slogging Gangs?
On our food tour, our own gangster, Edward Shelby, will show you Birmingham's diverse culture and ethnic cuisines and the impact immigration has had on the city. You will also learn about the real Slogging gangs such as the Peaky Blinders, Park Street Gang and Gun Quarter Gangs. Our guide will explore how tensions have led to conflict and gang culture over the last 150 years as well as the positive impact of immigration on The City of a Thousand Trades. In addition, discover Birmingham's links to the tea trade and how the Windrush generation helped rebuild Birmingham after the war. How did a Birmingham man's belief that a happy wife makes for a happy life lead to a culinary delight millions of Britons enjoy every week? Find out on this slogging gang-themed tour which is also an excellent opportunity to try a taste of Birmingham and get a feel for the city as a whole. A three-course lunch is included in our price.