Services Offered
Guided Historical Tours
Expert-led tours through the back-to-back houses, covering history from 1801 to the 1970s with engaging storytelling.
Time-Period Exhibitions
Rooms dressed to showcase different eras, allowing visitors to experience life as it was for past residents.
Interactive Museum Experience
Touchable objects and immersive displays that make history feel real, suitable for all ages.
Booking and Visitor Services
Advance booking for small-group tours, with staff assistance and flexible scheduling options.
Gift Shop and Facilities
On-site bookshop, exhibition space, and toilets for visitor convenience.
Reviews
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Thomas Green
via Google
2 months ago
Lovely staff and they managed to fit us into a tour (hadn’t realised you needed to book and they only do tours). The tour was extra special as Chris was very informative and made the tour enjoyable and we learnt a lot. Thanks Chris!
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Paul Robertsvia Google
2 months ago
Excellent! Definitely worth booking in advance and taking the full tour. We had a great morning, lasted at least 2 hours and our very knowledgeable and entertaining guide even apologised for the tour going over, no apology needed. There was so much to see and tge National Trust had dressed the houses to show several time periods, so it really was like travelling though time. The guide even said objects could be touched which made it feel like a real house, rather than a museum. So much to see and so many stories. Interesting to hear how one owner dealt with insects, and where the babies slept. There is a book shop, an exhibition and toilets.
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Jamie Cartwrightvia Google
5 months ago
This place is simply exceptional. The best National Trust we have visited, and we have visited many. The thing that made this so special was our tour guide Neil. He gave great passionate knowledgeable descriptions in every single room and made the experience come to life. I was cautious of a 90 minute tour with an eight year-old. However, the information that Neil gave kept her entertained and to be honest it felt like a 45 minute tour at most. Since visiting back to back, I have recommended this to simply everybody I know. This is obviously a sign of how much I enjoyed it, but also how much it’s surpassed all of our expectations. Well done to the National Trust team here, including all of the volunteers.
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Yevheniia Shevchenkovia Google
5 months ago
Wonderful place to go to learn a bit of recent history how our grandparents lived. And there are absolutely amazing volunteers (tour guides). Totally recommend to go but mind that you need to book for a visit in advance. The groups are small but time slots are every 20 min.
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Rob Claytonvia Google
5 months ago
The Birmingham Back to Back houses are quite a fascinating place to visit. It is a National Trust site, so is free to members, although booking in advance is a must! Built in 1801 the guide will talk you through all of their history, from time of first occupation, up to the 1970s. The tour takes round about one and a half hours. There are many steep and narrow staircases, so not recommended for anyone who are not too steady on their feet. I was amazed at how people lived back then. So tough, and very hard work on a day to day basis. Incredible when you compare it to todays luxuries we all take for granted. Wasn't all bad though. The community spirit was strong, and something I would certainly savour now. I highly recommend this visit. Our guide John was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and happy to answer any amount of questions. I loved it!
