Birmingham, UK: Historic Gangs and Pubs Walking Tour
The real story of Birmingham’s street gangs is often overshadowed by their on-screen portrayal in “Peaky Blinders.” Spend an evening walking between historic pubs with a guide, hearing about the city’s street gangs and the conditions that shaped them. Along the way, learn how the history compares with the TV series and what life was like in the city at the time.
Highlights
- ✓Learn how Birmingham’s gang history still shapes the city today
- ✓Hear the stories behind historic pubs that are easy to walk past
- ✓Compare the real history with how it’s portrayed in “Peaky Blinders”
- ✓Meet fellow travelers as you walk with a shared group
What you'll see & do
- ✓Learn about how gangs used the canals and visit two unique drinking establishments where you will learn a little more about the impact alcohol has had on the city.
- ✓Learn about how the skinhead gangs of the 20th century were influenced by a famous speech in this hotel.
- ✓Visit a Birmingham Gangs art installation close to the station to learn how the characters in the TV show differ from the real life gang
What's included
- ✓Birmingham Gang Guide and fun activities along the way.
What's not included
- ✓Alcoholic Beverages
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Birmingham, UK: Historic Gangs and Pubs Walking Tour
The real story of Birmingham’s street gangs is often overshadowed by their on-screen portrayal in “Peaky Blinders.” Spend an evening walking between historic pubs with a guide, hearing about the city’s street gangs and the conditions that shaped them. Along the way, learn how the history compares with the TV series and what life was like in the city at the time.
Highlights
- ✓Learn how Birmingham’s gang history still shapes the city today
- ✓Hear the stories behind historic pubs that are easy to walk past
- ✓Compare the real history with how it’s portrayed in “Peaky Blinders”
- ✓Meet fellow travelers as you walk with a shared group
What you'll see & do
- ✓Learn about how gangs used the canals and visit two unique drinking establishments where you will learn a little more about the impact alcohol has had on the city.
- ✓Learn about how the skinhead gangs of the 20th century were influenced by a famous speech in this hotel.
- ✓Visit a Birmingham Gangs art installation close to the station to learn how the characters in the TV show differ from the real life gang
What's included
- ✓Birmingham Gang Guide and fun activities along the way.
What's not included
- ✓Alcoholic Beverages
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.