Birmingham Oratory, Birmingham

Name: Birmingham Oratory
Address: 141 Hagley Rd, Birmingham, B16 8UE, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 121 454 0496

#95 among attractions in Birmingham

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The Birmingham Oratory is an English Catholic religious community of the Congregation of the Oratory of St. Philip Neri, located in the Edgbaston area of Birmingham. The community was founded in 1849 by St. John Henry Newman, Cong.Orat. the first house of that congregation in England. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1849 (175 years ago)Coordinates: 52°28'21"N, 1°55'44"W

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141 Hagley RdLadywoodBirmingham B16 8UE United Kingdom

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+44 121 454 0496

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Nearby attractions include: Arena Birmingham, National Sea Life Centre, Gas Street Basin, Edgbaston Reservoir.

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Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Edgbaston Reservoir, Birmingham
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Nightlife, Music and shows, Concerts and shows
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Sherborne Wharf, Birmingham
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Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St George's Church, Birmingham
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St Augustine's Church, Birmingham
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Memorial
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Birmingham Oratory?

Nearby attractions include Perrott's Folly, Birmingham (5 min walk), Joseph Sturge memorial, Birmingham (11 min walk), St George's Church, Birmingham (11 min walk), Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Birmingham (11 min walk).

How to get to Birmingham Oratory by public transport?

The nearest stations to Birmingham Oratory:

Bus

Hagley Rd / The Ivy Bush • Lines: X8 (4 min walk)
Ea • Lines: X8 (6 min walk)

Train

Five Ways (18 min walk)

Tram

Library • Lines: 1 (25 min walk)
Town Hall • Lines: 1 (31 min walk)