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Welcome to Winterbourne
A unique heritage attraction
Experience an Edwardian historic house and garden nestled in a leafy corner of Birmingham
Frequently Asked Questions
Read the Winterbourne closure FAQ to find answers, and discover new ways to keep in touch. This section will be regularly updated, so you’ll always find the latest information here.
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Blog
Time on your hands? Relax with stories from the garden, our weekly 'Plant Spotlight', advice from our expert team, and lots of beautiful photography.
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Find yourself in a seven acre oasis, just minutes from Birmingham city centre and home to over 6000 different plant species. Intricately tied into the history of the site, enjoy a peaceful stroll in tranquil surroundings.
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The House
Escape the modern world as you explore period rooms filled with antiques and Edwardian era soft furnishings. Learn about the families that lived here and how Winterbourne came to be part of the University of Birmingham.
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A Pioneering History
The house was built for John Nettlefold, a pioneer of early housing reform in Birmingham at a time when the city had a serious lack of decent homes for working people. John and his wife Margaret were from prestigious local families who had made their living in industry. Choosing their house to be designed in the Arts and Crafts style reflected their modern outlook.
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A Place of Learning
Courses and Qualifications
Winterbourne offers adult courses from six-week beekeeping introductions to year-long certificates in horticulture, to help you get started on a new career or hobby with experienced professionals.
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What’s coming up at Winterbourne
Year-round garden tours and children’s trails, family fun days and Halloween scares: there are plenty of events at Winterbourne to suit all tastes. In the summer, enjoy live theatrical and musical performances staged in the botanic garden. As the days get shorter, lectures give visitors the chance to hear experts talk on a variety of topics and projects.
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In the first half of the twentieth century, a pioneering band of administrators and civil…
Space for Creativity
Arts and Crafts Workshops
Winterbourne offers an inspiring location to learn a new skill, offering a wide range of options including botanical art, letterpress printing, embroidery, stained glass and much more.
View all workshopsCeramic Garden Tags
Design and create your own garden tags, imprinting leaves and flowers into clay
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