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The Roundhouse
Through a partnership between the National Trust and Canal & River Trust, the Roundhouse in Birmingham has been revived as a hub for exploring the city.
The Roundhouse, 1 Sheepcote Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B16 8AE
Opening times for 2 July 2025
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- Available for functions
Event space available for hire.
- Guided tour
Tours are available through the Roundhouse Birmingham website
- Shop
- Toilet
The Roundhouse building is accessible to wheelchair users. Please be aware that the Roundhouse courtyard is built on a steep slope and is laid to cobbles. It is therefore uneven under foot. However, there is a clear route designed to be accessible for wheelchair users, pushchairs and visitors with restricted mobility. Step free access to all public areas inside the building.
- Accessible route and/or map
- Accessible toilet
- Induction loop
Located in the Roundhouse Birmingham Visitor Centre. Available on guided walking tours on request.
- Level access to shop
- Level access/terrain
- Lift
- Ramped access/slopes
- Seating available
- Steps/uneven terrain
The courtyard is laid to cobbles however there is an accessible route to the visitor centre.
The Roundhouse, 1 Sheepcote Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B16 8AE
Planning your visit
Roundhouse Birmingham has its own website
Visit the Roundhouse Birmingham website to discover more.
Highlights
The Roundhouse
A grade II* listed building at the heart of Birmingham's canals, now renovated and given a new purpose as office space, a hub for city tours on foot, by bike and on water.
Visitor Centre
Free to enter for all visitors. In the Visitor Centre you can learn more about the history of the building, pick up a self-guided tour leaflet or book an activity with Roundhouse Birmingham.
Guided tours of Birmingham
Explore the city with Roundhouse Birmingham through a range of experiences and tours on foot, by bike and on water.
Café
There is an onsite family-owned, authentic Italian restaurant, Ristorante Caffe Arena. Open Tuesday-Sunday, they serve delicious fresh pizza and pasta at lunch and dinner. Check out their website for menus and opening times.
Things to see and do
Roundhouse Birmingham has its own website
Visit the Roundhouse Birmingham website to discover more.
Places to stay
1 Sternsmill Cottage
Sitting on the Dudmaston estate, this cosy cottage has countryside views and even a cave in the garden.
2 Morville Barn
A cosy barn conversion in South Shropshire, perfect for exploring the local countryside.
Upcoming events
Sorry, there are no upcoming events at this place
About The Roundhouse
Find out more over at Roundhouse Birmingham’s website: roundhousebirmingham.org.uk
The Roundhouse is one of Birmingham's most distinctive buildings. Built in 1874 by the Birmingham Corporation it was originally used as a stables and stores. Designed by architect W.H.Ward, the distinctive horseshoe shaped building is a curious survivor of Birmingham's victorian past.
Thanks to National Lottery players and the support of National Lottery Heritage Fund, as well as a grant from Historic England, the National Trust and Canal & River Trust have given the Grade ll* listed building a new life.
The site has become a place to work and a place to visit; providing a range of lettable office space, and acting as a focal point on the city's canals.