Bishop Asbury Cottage Open Day

Now situated on the busy Newton Road in Great Barr a couple of miles from West Bromwich centre, this tiny 2 up 2 down labourer's cottage which once stood in farmland with forges nearby was the childhood home of Francis Asbury. Asbury answered John Wesley's call to go to the USA and preach the Methodist work to the Americans. Asbury's life and career in America has led him to be an important historical figure in the USA with a statues dedicated to him and roads and schools named after him - pop in and discover his fascinating story in his boyhood home.

Timings & Tours

Wednesday 11 September:

3:30pm-6:30pm (just drop in)

Friday 13 September:

10am-12pm (just drop in)

Location & directions

Bishop Asbury's Cottage, Newton Road, Great Barr, West Midlands, B43 6HN

Directions:

The cottage is situated on a busy duel carriageway. Parking is on nearby side roads or if your are purchasing a drink or food you can use the Malt Shovel pub carpark next door. There are steep steps to the front door. This is a tiny cottage with no running water - so sorry no toilets or refreshments

Contact on day:

No contact possible on the day but you can phone Wednesbury Museum for any information

Telephone number:

+441215560683

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

This is a 2 up, 2 down cottage with steep stairs to the first floor and steep stairs to the front door. sadly it isn't accessible for those with severe mobility concerns

Additional information

You can find further information on our website and information to links for public transport. https://www.visitsandwell.com/things-to-see-and-do/bishop-asbury-cottage-museum-p1414781

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