Come and explore one of Birmingham’s most historic churches on St Mary’s Patronal Open Day, on Saturday 6th September 10am-4pm, St Mary’s Parish Church, Hamstead Road, Handsworth, B20 2RW.
Explore this historically significant building, parts of which date back to the 1100’s, and which was rebuilt by the Victorians twice. St Mary’s is of particular local significance as the burial place of James Watt, Matthew Boulton and William Murdoch. They were key players in the development of the steam industry, Birmingham’s industrial development and members of the Lunar Society.
Tea, coffee and refreshments will be available to buy on the day.
How to get here: The number 16 bus stops directly outside of the church. There is road parking available in the vicinity of the church.
Access: St Mary’s is wheelchair accessible with a sloped entrance. Most of the church is step free, but to view the Watt Chapel you would need to be comfortable walking up steps. Wheelchair users may require assistance from the pavement through the gate onto the path. The accessible door is on the south side of the building (the same side as Handsworth Park).
