Centenary Square, Birmingham

Name: Centenary Square
Address: Broad St., Birmingham, B1 2AE, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 121 693 6300

#69 among attractions in Birmingham

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Facts and practical information

Centenary Square is a public square on the north side of Broad Street in Birmingham, England, named in 1989 to commemorate the centenary of Birmingham achieving city status. The area was an industrial area of small workshops and canal wharves before it was purchased by the council in the 1920s for the creation of a grand civic centre scheme to include museums, council offices, cathedral and opera house. The scheme was abandoned after the arrival of World War II with only the Hall of Memory and half of the planned Baskerville House complete. After the war the scheme was revived in a simpler form however the council never managed to implement the design. ()

Coordinates: 52°28'45"N, 1°54'30"W

Address

Broad St.LadywoodBirmingham B1 2AE United Kingdom

Contact

+44 121 693 6300

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Centenary Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, City Hall, Gas Street Basin, Chamberlain Square.

~1120 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, United Kingdom, the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery (BMAG) stands as a cultural beacon, attracting art lovers and history enthusiasts alike. This distinguished museum, which opened its doors in 1885, is renowned for its extensive...
~1020 ftE
Nightlife, Music and shows, Architecture
City Hall, Birmingham
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, United Kingdom, City Hall stands as a testament to the city's vibrant cultural scene. As a premier music venue, it has played host to an eclectic mix of performances, ranging from classical concerts to contemporary music shows...
~820 ftSW
Canal, Neighbourhood
Gas Street Basin, Birmingham
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, Gas Street Basin stands as a testament to the Industrial Revolution and the city's rich canal heritage. This historic canal basin, once a bustling hub of trade and transport, is now a picturesque spot where the past and present...
~950 ftE
Square
Chamberlain Square, Birmingham
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, Chamberlain Square is a bustling hub that connects the city's rich past with its vibrant present. This urban space, named after the influential 19th-century politician Joseph Chamberlain, is a testament to Birmingham's cultural...
~1040 ftN
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Newman Brothers Coffin Furniture Factory, Birmingham
6 min walk • In the heart of Birmingham's historic Jewellery Quarter lies the Newman Brothers Coffin Furniture Factory, a museum that offers a unique glimpse into a bygone era of British manufacturing. This Victorian factory, which ceased operations in 1998, was once a thriving...
~520 ftSW
Nightlife, Music and shows, Concerts and shows
Symphony Hall, Birmingham
3 min walk • Symphony Hall is a 2,262 seat concert venue in Birmingham, England. It was officially opened by the Queen on 12 June 1991, although it had been in use since 15 April 1991.
~270 ftE
Memorial, Monuments and statues, Architecture
Hall of Memory, Birmingham
2 min walk • The Hall of Memory is a war memorial in Centenary Square, Birmingham, England, designed by S. N. Cooke and W. N. Twist. Erected 1922–25 by John Barnsley and Son, it commemorates the 12,320 Birmingham citizens who died in World War I.
~220 ftS
Monuments and statues
Boulton, Birmingham
2 min walk • Boulton, Watt and Murdoch is a gilded bronze statue depicting Matthew Boulton, James Watt, and William Murdoch by William Bloye, assisted by Raymond Forbes Kings.
~190 ftN
Large, contemporary building with a cafe
Library of Birmingham, Birmingham
1 min walk • The Library of Birmingham is a public library in Birmingham, England. It is situated on the west side of the city centre at Centenary Square, beside the Birmingham Rep and Baskerville House.
~510 ftE
Memorial
Chamberlain Memorial, Birmingham
3 min walk • The Chamberlain Memorial, also known as the Chamberlain Memorial Fountain, is a monument in Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, England, erected in 1880 to commemorate the public service of Joseph Chamberlain, Birmingham businessman, councillor, mayor, Member of Parliament, and statesman.
~970 ftS
Church
Gas Street Studios, Birmingham
5 min walk • Gas Street Studios is a studio complex operated by ITV plc in Birmingham, England. The complex is currently only used by ITV Central for the broadcast of ITV News Central and much of the complex has been sold off for other uses.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Centenary Square?

Nearby attractions include A Real Birmingham Family, Birmingham (1 min walk), Library of Birmingham, Birmingham (1 min walk), Wheel of Birmingham, Birmingham (1 min walk), Boulton, Birmingham (2 min walk).

How to get to Centenary Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Centenary Square:

Tram

Library • Lines: 1 (1 min walk)
Town Hall • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)

Bus

Cambridge St / Baskerville House • Lines: X8 (3 min walk)
Gc1 • Lines: 9, X8 (6 min walk)

Train

Birmingham New Street (11 min walk)
Birmingham Snow Hill (13 min walk)