Solihull Arts Complex

Local History Guided Walk and Afternoon Tea

Local History Guided Walk and Afternoon Tea

Join Solihull Council’s archivist, Tracey Williams, for a guided walk showcasing the rapid transformation of Solihull's high street from a quiet village to a bustling shopping centre. 

Join Solihull Council’s archivist, Tracey Williams, on a one-hour guided walk through Solihull town centre.

Solihull Village: From Cobbles to Concrete will showcase the rapid transformation of Solihull’s high street from a quiet village to a bustling shopping centre. The walk is around 1km and is flat and paved throughout so is suitable for wheelchair users.

The commentary will be via wireless receivers so please bring along your own headphones (3.5mm headphone jack, not wireless headphones) if you have them, although headphones will be available to borrow if needed.

10:45am - Meet in the main foyer of The Core

11am - Guided walk begins

12pm - Return to The Core

12:10pm - Afternoon tea served 

During the afternoon tea, archive photos will be shared of Solihull through the decades.

Book Tickets

Thursday 26 June 2025

Meet in The Core foyer at 10:45am, with afternoon tea served from 12pm

Tickets: £25 (afternoon tea included)

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