St. Mary's Convent

St Mary's convent Handsworth

St Mary’s is an architectural gem by Augustus Welby Pugin in the heart of Handsworth, dating to 1841.  St Mary’s is a Grade II listed building with restored interiors, ornate carvings, heritage trail and exhibition.  The Convent has a strong connection to the famous Hardman family of Hardman & Co, stained glass manufacturers, and also to Bishop Walsh and the Earl of Shrewsbury.



Address:

St Mary’s Convent
98 Hunters Road
Handsworth
Birmingham

B19 1EB

Contact:

 

Jenny Smith


Tel: 0121 554 3271



Website:www.mercyhandsworth.org.uk


Detailed Information

Opening hours: Admission

  • Monday to Saturday 2 – 4.30pm

    Tours by appointment

  • Admission is free but donations towards St Mary’s Convent Charity are gratefully received.
Facilities: Services:

Exhibition trail
Chapel space for meetings and worship
Lawns and grounds
Conference space for meetings and retreats
Residential accommodation with catering
Toilets

Exhibition trail
Guided tours followed by tea and a chance to meet the Sisters.
Heritage material for education programmes
Arrangement of retreats
Disabled visitors: How to get there:

Wheelchair access
Lift to all floors

    Car: From City Centre follow A41 up constitution Hill to Hockley Circus roundabout.  Take 3rd exit and continue up Hunters Road and Convent is on right hand side.

    Train:  Birmingham New Street or Snow Hill Station.  Either catch a bus in Bull St or take a taxi

    Bus:  From City Centre catch No. 16, 74 or 79 from Bull St to Hockley Circus roundabout and walk up the hill.



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Parking: Average length of visit:
  • Secure car park

  • 1.5 – 2 hours

Other heritage attractions nearby:

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