The Church Within a Church
Chester Road, Castle Bromwich, Birmingham, West Midlands, B36 9DE
St Mary and St Margaret is the parish church for Castle Bromwich but for many years was the private chapel to Castle Bromwich Hall. It is located in the Conservation area of Castle Bromwich comprising Castle Bromwich Hall, Castle Browich Hall Gardens and the church. The site has been occupied continuously since pre-roman times and has been place of worship for almost a thousand years. The current church is Grade 1 listed and is an attractive red brick building with stone facings built in the English Renaissance style, between 1726 and 1731, comprising a chancel, nave and bell tower. The internal decoration is georgian with fine ceiling mouldings and decoration. There is more to the church than meets the eye, however, as the church hides a secret within it.
Take a tour of the church and learn about its history and that of the family who built it from our friendly guides. There will be opportunities to climb the bell tower to see the bell chamber, the roof space and weather permitting, the top of the tower with a view across Castle Bromwich and the surrounding areas. Refreshments will be availaible.The church is accessible on the ground floor and there are accessible toilets and baby change areas available in the church hall adjacent to the buildings.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- 12:00 - 16:00
- Sunday 08 September:
- 12:00 - 16:00
- Saturday 14 September:
- 12:00 - 16:00
Location & directions
Chester Road, Castle Bromwich, Birmingham, West Midlands, B36 9DE
- Directions:
- From Bradford Road B4114, turn into Hall Road at the traffic Lights. Continue straight at the mini roundabout and the church will be on your left. Park opposite the church or in adjoining streets. Our neighbours appreciate considerate parking!
- Contact on day:
- Rev Fiona Harrison-Smith
- Telephone number:
- +447961642406
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
The church is accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs on the ground floor and visitors will be able to view the main interior of the church. Access to the bell tower and roof space is limited to visitors with the physical ability to climb a narrow circular staircase and short ladder. We regret that children under the age of 7 cannot be admitted to the tower and children between 7-12 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 15
- Est. tour duration:
- 0 hour(s) 45 minute(s)
