Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Walking Tour
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2 hours

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Overview

This informative tour is a fun and immersive way to find out about the slogging gangs who operated in Birmingham in the 19th and 20th centuries. As you stroll around the streets of Birmingham, discover stories that you wouldn’t have heard if exploring alone. Learn about notorious gang members as portrayed in “Peaky Blinders”, such as Billy Kimber and Alfie Solomon, with stops at local pubs and historical sights along the way.

Operated by

Edward Gostick

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A fun tour but not exactly about the Picky Blinders series

ElenaIJS, Apr 2025

We expected the tour to be more focused on the series Peaky Blinders. But the guide mentioned that most of the series was filmed in Manchester and Liverpool. The tour more about the criminal gangs existing in Birmingham whose stories inspired the creation of the series. The guide was fun. The tour itself was very informal and interactive.

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Good tour and lots learned about the gangs of Birmingham

Ian_J, Apr 2025

It was a good tour to learn more about the gangs of Birmingham. I’m from the city and still learned quite a far bit. Good value, lots of ground covered around the city centre and enjoyed the stop at the pub.

Great walking tour

Åsa L, Apr 2025

This was a really great tour! Fun and very entertaining. We enjoined it very much! The ad didn’t lie! Thanks from the swedes!

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Perfect highlight for a Peaky Blinders fan.

NBD65, Apr 2025

As a big Peaky Blinders fan I went to Birmingham for an immersive experience. The tour with Edward Shelby was brilliant and light hearted. He knew enough stories and characters to make the tour interesting without being over the top. You cover quite an area so be ready to walk. Well paced with enough stops including a pub for a quick drink.

Itinerary

  • West Midlands Police Museum

    Here you learn about where the Birmingham Gangs were held before trial. Please note that we will not enter the museum.

    10 minutes

  • The Gunmakers Quarter

    Stop for a drink and learn about weapons in Birmingham and their impact on the slave trade.

    15 minutes
    Admission Included

  • Birmingham Chinatown

    Here you will learn about international gangs

    10 minutes

  • High Street

    Learn about Birmingham's impact on the tea trade.

    10 minutes
Meeting Point Map

Location

Address

12-13 Aston St, Birmingham B4 7DA, UK

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Experience

Highlights

  • Explore Birmingham while hearing stories about its slogging gangs
  • Break up the walk with stops at pubs along the way
  • Entertaining commentary is provided throughout
  • Tour is led by a character guide who acts as gang member Edward Shelby

    • Inclusions

    • Fun and education

    Exclusions

    • Snacks
    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Parking Fees (£5 to £30)

    Additional Information

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Guide Languages

    • English

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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    EUR 24.00