Attractions in Hockley/Jewellery Quarter (Birmingham)

Museum of the Jewellery Quarter

The jewellery industry developed in Birmingham from the mid-19th century. The Museum of the Jewellery Quarter is an award-winning working museum which offers a guided tour around a real jewellery factory, showing you all the different aspects of jewellery in the 19th century and also highlighting the work of new designers. There is a tea room, in case you need refreshments, plus a shop from which you can purchase souvenirs, books and jewellery. If English is not your mother tongue, then you can will find guided tours on tape in French, Hindi, Japanese, Spanish and German.

Chamberlain Clock

In the midst of the city's world famous Jewellery Quarter stands this green painted, cast-iron clock tower. It was one of several tributes to the noted Birmingham politician, Joseph Chamberlain, and was erected in 1903 following his diplomatic visit to South Africa at the end of the Boer War. The clock was made at the nearby Soho Clock Factory. It stands today as a testament to the affection the Birmingham people had for Chamberlain, who did much to improve the city and the lot of its citizens.

St Paul's Church

St Paul's Church is set in Birmingham's only remaining Georgian Square and was built in 1779. It is a Grade I listed building and, since it is set in the city's Jewellery Quarter, became known as "the jeweller's church". Its classical architecture with an elegant spire dominates a pleasant churchyard with mature trees at the centre of the square. Its many features include a stained glass window showing the conversion of St Paul, from an original painting by American artist Benjamin West. Matthew Boulton and James Watt had pews here.

Jewellery Quarter Discovery Trail

The Jewellery Quarter is one of Birmingham's great gems (if you'll excuse the pun). There are well over 100 jewellery shops and workshops in this area, about 15 minutes' walk from the city centre. The local council has put together a tour leaflet, which is available from local tourist information centres as well as the Jewellery Quarter Discovery Centre in the heart of the quarter itself. The leaflet enables the visitor to take a guided tour on foot around the area, noting some of its most fascinating features. If you don't have a leaflet, or can't get one (which is unlikely), then follow the signposts from the city centre to St Paul's Square. Here you will find a fine church and further plaques and signposts to guide you through the quarter.

Ace Canal Leisure Services

The National Sea Life Centre at Brindleyplace is the appropriate starting point for all boat trips offered by this company. Birthday parties, school trips, weddings and corporate hospitality are all in the repertoire, and boats have a bar with light refreshments available. Music of your own choice will pipe you aboard and send you on your way. Please call for further details on facilities, departure times and prices.

The Jewellery Quarter

The jewelery industry developed in Birmingham from the mid-19th century. At its peak in the early part of the 20th century it employed 20,000 workers. World War II brought recession and although redevelopment took place in the area, by 1985 there were only 4,000 people employed in the district. Today, the Jewelery Quarter is a bustling area that produces over a third of the UK's jewelery, and you can find tonnes of bargains in its many small shops. It's also home to the award-winning Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and some good restaurants.

Medina Mosque

Medina Mosque is a holy hub of the Muslims in Birmingham and nearby areas. This is a city location for Muslim worship and other services.

Birmingham City Centre

Birmingham City Centre, like mentioned in the short description is certainly a business paradise for all. Having said that, this centre is divided into seven areas, City Centre Core being the main one and hence the name. The rest being Greater Convention Centre Quarter, Digbeth Millennium Quarter, Bull Ring Markets Quarter, Jewellery Quarter, Gun Quarter and Aston Triangle. So, from production of jewelery and firearms to your daily shopping, it all happens here. A must drop by especially if your in this metropolitan city of Birmingham.