Trevor Beattie: From Balsall Heath to Outer Space (and back)
The Council Chamber - The Council House, Birmingham.
Birmingham's movie producing adman-astronaut tells the very strange story of his life. Find out how his long-held mad dream of flying to space came true and why he thinks Brum is the best city on the planet.
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THE HOUSE THAT BRUM BUILT - 24th and 25th September 2026
A unique event that celebrates the third International Day of Birmingham giving the citizens of Brum unprecedented access to the iconic landmark that is the Council House.
There are ten rooms to discover, each with its own identity and programme. Visitors can explore the house with a keepsake Brummie Passport, collecting stamps as they go, discovering art, music, food, film, history, comedy, spoken word and more as they are entertained by Birmingham legends.
Please select your free or paid for events below and upon arrival, our wonderful stewards can direct you to the right place. Get there early so you can wander around and make the most of the House That Brum Built.