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The original central railway station of Birmingham, offering connections to London, Liverpool and Manchester since 1838. It was quickly overshadowed by the first Birmingham New Street station, built in 1854, and saw less and less traffic, becoming a goods station only in the 20th century, before being put completely out of use in 1996 with its tracks later dismantled. The only surviving remainder is the original station entrance building, which is Grade I listed and quite elegant in form, and part of a side wall. As of 2025, it stands next to land which is being redeveloped as the terminus for the HS2 railway, into which it is to be incorporated. The building is not open for visiting.
Birmingham Curzon Street was a railway station in central Birmingham, West Midlands, England. Initially used as a major early passenger terminus, before being eclipsed by newer facilities and converted into a goods depot, it was a continuously active railway facility up until 1966.
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More of a public square than a true park.
Science museum with lots of hands-on activities, vehicles and industrial machines, however the activities all smell of their popularity. IMAX cinema (see Cinema section) in the same building.
Part of the Thinktank science museum. 2D and 3D films shown on an enormous (five story) screen. Some mainstream films, mainly documentaries.
The hall was built in 1904 in a similar red-brick-and-terracota style to the Victoria Law Courts it faces. It is distinguished by its tall tower. It also retail premises at street level, some with original shop fronts. The building ceased to perform its original function and has been used as a very large night club. It is Grade II listed, and on "at risk" registers.
Magistrates' Court
A prime example of Birmingham's red-brick-and-terracota architecture, covered not only with deep red terracota on the outside, but also with rich terracota decorations on the inside. Located in the grand Corporation Street among other buildings similar in style. First opened in 1891, it continues to house a court of law, the Birmingham Magistrates' Court.
Digbeth Institute
O2 Institute (formerly The Institute, HMV Institute, etc) is a new name. Focusing on alternative, pop and urban music, the venue has 3 stages, hosting gigs from local and touring bands. Also hosts regular club nights.