Blakesley Hall

Looking out of the window of Blakesley Hall, it is easy to imagine the rural landscape of years gone by.

Beyond the walled herb garden once lay acres of farmland belonging to the house and its occupants. The timber-framed house was built in 1590 by Richard Smalbroke, a member of one of Birmingham’s leading merchant families.

More than 400 years later, beautiful Blakesley is still a haven; secluded from the avenues of modern houses that lie beyond its gates.

Opening times

Open from 9 April 2011 to 31 October 2011
Tuesday to Sunday 12 noon - 4pm
Closed Mondays except Bank Holidays

Charges
Admission charges have been introduced to our community museums - Aston Hall, Blakesley Hall, Soho House, Sarehole Mill - from April 1 2011. The Museum of the Jewellery Quarter began charging in January 2011.

Please visit main museum website Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery website.

Weddings at Blakesley Hall

Blakesley Hall can be booked for weddings. The hall can accommodate up to 40 guests. The hall is finely furnished in 17th century style and provides a wonderful, atmospheric setting for a wedding.

Weddings with up to 60 guests take place at the 17th century barn with its original oak beams and flagstone floor. The glass screen behind the large barn doors provides wonderful views of the halls and gardens.

Getting here

Blakesley Hall can be found just to the east of the city just of the A4040 in Yardley. The house has its own car parking facilities.

The area is well-served by the 11 circular bus route which connects Yardley with Ward End and Erdington in the north and Acocks Green and Sarehole Mill in the south.

From the city centre take a 94 or 55 bus to the Fox & Goose at Ward End where you can join the number 11 route; or take the 97 or 97a which will drop you at Stetchford Police Station.

The nearest train station is Stetchford Station.

Address

Blakesley Hall
Blakesley Road
Yardley
Birmingham
B25 8RN

Tel: +44 (0)121 464 2193

To find out more about exhibitions, events and activites at Blakesley Hall please visit the Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery website.