Life and Death in Birmingham - Walking Tour

A spooky Halloween walking tour exploring Birmingham's darker history of medicine, illness and death, from the Cathedral to Snow Hill Station.

Guided by Kevin Thomas, this two-hour Halloween walking tour uncovers the darker stories behind familiar Birmingham buildings and streets, covering the city's history of medicine, illness, life and death. The route runs from Birmingham Cathedral through the City Centre and Jewellery Quarter, finishing at Snow Hill Station, with stops including the Grand Hotel, the former Ear, Nose & Throat Hospital, the Eye Hospital, the Chest Clinic and Livery Street, site of Birmingham's last public hanging. Participants meet outside the Grand Hotel between 5:15 and 5:30pm, and tickets include a complimentary drinks voucher for a local pub, with proceeds donated to the Ladywood Community Project.