Exhibition finding images

Changing Times at Second Saturday – expand our Heritage Trail!

There’s another opportunity to see Balsall Heath Local History Society (BHLHS) exhibition, Balsall Heath in Changing Times in The MIX Cafe at Second Saturday 14th November. We’ll be with the newly opened SHOF serving delicious Syrian food including falafels, healthy salads, fresh pastries and refreshing drinks as well as the opportunity to have treasures fixed by our Repair Cafe.

Through Believe in Balsall Heath, the Balsall Heath Local History Society (BHLHS) has brought nine historic interpretation panels to life across our as part of our Heritage Trail. From the greenery of Calthorpe Park to historic landmarks like Brighton Road Station, and Ladypool Lane, these boards pair our archival photographs, photography of Mick Turner, and local oral histories accessible via QR code at the heritage trail locations.

Now, we’re ready to expand the trail—and we need your help to add brand-new locations!

Map showing Heritage Trail interpretation panel locations

Why We Need Your Input

Every corner of Balsall Heath has a story to tell, whether it’s a long-lost community hub, a locus of local activism, or a place where generations of residents have gathered. We want these next locations to reflect the places and hidden histories that matter most to you.

Hywell waters the sunflowers by our new history panel, Seven Streets Park
Hywell waters the sunflowers by our new history panel, Seven Streets Park
Fireman checks out History Interpretation Panel
Fireman checks out History Interpretation Panel
  • Which local landmark or street corner deserves an interpretation board?
  • Do you have personal memories, photos, or family stories connected to a place in Balsall Heath?
  • Is there a piece of underrepresented local history you want future generations to discover?
Heritage Trail at Anawim
Heritage Trail at Anawim, Mary Street
Heritage Trail at Creation Climbing Centre
Heritage Trail at Creation Climbing Centre

How You Can Get Involved

Help us shape the future of the Balsall Heath Heritage Trail by taking part:

  1. Send us your suggestions for the two new heritage trail stops. Tell us where they should be and why they hold history worth sharing!
  2. If you have historic photos, personal anecdotes, or archive material relating to potential sites, we’d love to feature them.
  3. Come along to the next Second Saturday at The Old Print Works to chat with the team.

Get in Touch

Have a suggestion or a story to share? Reach out to the Balsall Heath Local History Society directly at marcus@balsallheathhistory.co.uk