Alpha Tower, Birmingham

Name: Alpha Tower
Address: Suffolk Street Queensway, Birmingham, United Kingdom

#309 among attractions in Birmingham

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Alpha Tower is a Grade II listed office skyscraper in Birmingham, England. It was designed by the Birmingham-born architect George Marsh of Richard Seifert & Partners as the headquarters of the commercial television company ATV and part of the company's production studio complex known as ATV Centre, an adjacent shorter tower was planned but was never built. ATV closed in 1982, after which the building became offices. Birmingham City Council took a large tenancy of the building until they vacated in 2010. It is the sixth tallest building in Birmingham, and became the second tallest office building in Birmingham after 103 Colmore Row was topped out in 2020 ()

Completed: 1973 (51 years ago)Architectural style: ModernHeight: 328 ftFloors: 28Coordinates: 52°28'43"N, 1°54'23"W

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Suffolk Street QueenswayLadywoodBirmingham United Kingdom

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Alpha Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, The Mailbox, City Hall, Victoria Square.

~960 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham
5 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...
~950 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Mailbox, Birmingham
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, The Mailbox is an upscale shopping center that epitomizes the city's contemporary allure. This premier shopping destination is housed in a stylishly redeveloped Royal Mail sorting office, which has been transformed into a vibrant hub...
~680 ftNE
Nightlife, Music and shows, Architecture
City Hall, Birmingham
4 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...
~910 ftNE
Memorial
Victoria Square, Birmingham
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Birmingham, United Kingdom, Victoria Square is a public square that stands as a testament to the city's rich historical legacy and its commitment to the remembrance of significant figures and events.
~970 ftNE
City hall
Council House, Birmingham
5 min walk • Council House is an iconic civic building and a symbol of Birmingham's municipal pride. Located in the heart of the city, this grand structure serves as both the city hall and the seat of local government for Birmingham City Council.
~950 ftSW
Canal, Neighbourhood
Gas Street Basin, Birmingham
5 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...
~720 ftNE
Square
Chamberlain Square, Birmingham
4 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...
~890 ftW
Nightlife, Music and shows, Concerts and shows
Symphony Hall, Birmingham
5 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.
~970 ftNE
Monuments and statues
The River Artwork, Birmingham
5 min walk • The River, locally known as the Floozie in the Jacuzzi, is an artwork in Victoria Square, Birmingham, England.
~370 ftNW
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.
~510 ftNW
Square
Centenary Square, Birmingham
3 min walk • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Alpha Tower?

Nearby attractions include Chamberlain Memorial, Birmingham (2 min walk), Hall of Memory, Birmingham (2 min walk), Boulton, Birmingham (3 min walk), A Real Birmingham Family, Birmingham (3 min walk).

How to get to Alpha Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Alpha Tower:

Tram

Library • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)
Town Hall • Lines: 1 (4 min walk)

Bus

Cambridge St / Baskerville House • Lines: X8 (4 min walk)
Gc1 • Lines: 9, X8 (6 min walk)

Train

Birmingham New Street (9 min walk)
Birmingham Snow Hill (12 min walk)