Discovering Birmingham

Positively Birmingham Walking Tours offers public tours for the public and private groups based on Jonathan Berg's books. You can find out more at the website: www.positivelybirmingham.co.uk .

Discover Birmingham's past, present, and future in this city guide. Explore Digbeth, the Jewellery Quarter, architecture, culture and public art. Learn about the city's changing economy and major developments. Packed with things to see and do, plus a fold-out city centre map - perfect for visitors and locals alike!

Discovering Birmingham is the perfect guide to England's vibrant second city. From its beginnings as a medieval market town to its rise as a world centre of manufacturing, this book explores how Birmingham became a city of innovation, culture, and transformation.

Uncover the stories of industrial pioneers like Boulton and Watt, the impact of the Industrial Revolution, and the legacy of historic districts such as the Jewellery and Gun Quarters. Discover how Digbeth is evolving from an industrial hub into a creative centre for film and TV studios, including those behind Peaky Blinders.

Learn how Birmingham's extensive canal network is becoming an integral part of the modern city. Explore its diverse architecture, from grand Victorian Gothic to bold Brutalism. Public art plays a key role in telling the city's story, with sculptures and installations throughout its streets and squares. The city's has a thriving arts scene includes world-class museums, galleries, and live performances, with highlights such as the inaugural Birmingham Light Festival.

Packed with ideas for things to see and do, Discovering Birmingham also includes a detailed city centre map to help you explore with ease. Whether you're a visitor or a local, this book will deepen your appreciation of a city that is constantly reinventing itself.