Historical Tour with Edward Shelby
Explore the city and learn the ways of the notorious Birmingham Gangs.
This immersive historical tour will leave you wanting more…
Per Adult
From
£20
Most popular walking tour in Birmingham on Tripadvisor
Duration: 2h
English
Ages: Any
Start time: Check availability
20+ Points of interest
Birmingham’s most comprehensive gang tour fully narrated by our expert tour guide
Parking available
Refreshment stops included
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Fun and education
Entry/Admission - The Gunmakers Quarter
What's not included
Snacks
Alcoholic Beverages
Parking Fees (£5 to £30)
Entry/Admission - West Midlands Police Museum
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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: West Midlands Police Museum, 40 Steelhouse Lane The Lock-up, Birmingham Magistrates' Court, Birmingham B4 6BJ England
Here you learn about where the Birmingham Gangs were held before trial. Please note that we will not enter the museum.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Gunmakers Quarter, Bath Street, Birmingham B4 6NH England
Stop for a drink and learn about weapons in Birmingham and their impact on the slave trade.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Chinese Quarter, Birmingham England
Here you will learn about international gangs
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: High Street, Birmingham B4 7DA England
Learn about Birmingham's impact on the tea trade.
Duration: 10 minutes
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Departure details
Costa Coffee, 12-13 Aston St, Birmingham B4 7DA, UK
Just look for the slogging gang member in the flat cap and cravat.
Return details
Returns to original departure point
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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
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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 20 travellers
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Which attractions will I visit with Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking Tour with Edward Shelby?
During this experience, places you will visit include:
The Gunmakers Quarter
West Midlands Police Museum (external)
Chinese Quarter
How much is Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking Tour with Edward Shelby?
Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking Tour with Edward Shelby price starts from £20.
What is the Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking Tour with Edward Shelby cancellation policy?
Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking Tour with Edward Shelby cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking Tour with Edward Shelby on Tripadvisor
Which company provides Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking Tour with Edward Shelby?
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
Do you have what it takes to join a Birmingham Slogging Gang?
We are looking for new recruits, so come and join our guide, Edward Shelby, a member of the slogging gangs who will show you the city and teach you the ways of the gangs and how the reality differs from their portrayal in popular culture. This tour will be centred around the historical and cultural aspects of the Birmingham slogging gangs. You will see the jails where the real-life Peaky Blinders, Park Street gang and Gun Quarter gang were held and learn about how the slogging gangs terrorised Birmingham in the late 19th and early 20th century. This tour will explore gang members such as Billy Kimber, Alfie Solomon and the Italian Mob. This two-hour tour begins and ends at Aston University, with parking available and goes deep into historical gang territories. The tour will have two stops at local pubs where guests are welcome to buy a drink whilst hearing more about the Birmingham gangs of the last two centuries.