Handsworth is to be found in the West Midlands and is town that until the coming of the Industrial Age relied on agriculture for its economic stability. Certainly Roman pottery has been found in the area but not enough to consider this a major settlement, the Anglo Saxons came, saw the heavily wooded areas and set about clearing some of the woods in order to set up their farms and it is from these beginnings that the village, as it was then, grew. Its growth is very much attributable to one man, Matthew Boulton, who in the 18th century set up the Soho Manufactory here in Handsworth famed for its crafted metal work. This saw the steady growth of the village as more people were attracted to the area, by 1851 the population was around 6,000 and by 1881 the population had climbed to 32,000. Together with its local Victorian architecture Handsworth has also passed on a musical legacy to the world with people like Joan Armatrading who lived in the area during the early 1960’s, the reggae group Steel Pulse who first got together at Handsworth Wood Boys School here in Handsworth and of course there is Steve Winwood and finally Carl Palmer – Carl the former drummer with supergroup he helped establish, Emerson Lake and Palmer.
Church
Dentist
Handsworth Dental Practice
Rookery Road Dental Surgery
Doctor
Handsworth Medical Practice
The Surgery
Pub and Bar
The Endwood
The Grove
The Stork
The Woodman
Restaurant
Doaba Restaurant
Roti Junction
School
Grove Primary School
Handsworth Grammar School
Handsworth Wood Girls School
Holyhead School
Nishkam Free School
Solicitor
Kataria Solicitors
Rais Solicitors
Taxi
Places to Stay near Handsworth
Birmingham Sheriden House Hotel (0.36 miles)
We are a small friendly family run hotel based just 3 miles north west of Birmingam City Centre. We are within easy reach of all the following venues; NIA-National Indoor Arena, ICC-International Convention Centre, NEC-National ... More | visit website
Park Hotel (1.42 miles)
Park Hotel can be found in the area of Perry Barr, famous for its Greyhound Stadium, close by to Aston Villa Football Club and within walking distance of the Birmingham ... More
Birmingham Jewellery Quarter Apartments (1.88 miles)
Set in Birmingham's historic Jewellery Quarter, this modern development of contemporary apartments sits just 15 minutes' walk from the centre of this vibrant and cosmopolitan city. Superbly finished, boasting leather sofas, fully-equipped kitchens, broadband and an ... More | visit website
Colmore Place (2.05 miles)
Grade 11 listed building holding 15 luxurious apartments, located in the heart of Birmingham City Centre at the prestigious address of Colmore place, overlooking St Paul's Cathedral. Both secure 24-hour parking and a 24-hour reception desk ... More | visit website
The Park Inn Birmingham West (2.08 miles)
The Park Inn Birmingham West Jct. M5 is in an ideal location to visit the Birmingham Bull Ring Shopping Centre, ‘Thinktank’ Museum, Cadburys World and the NEC. Enjoy the delicious food on offer at the ... More | visit website
Campanile Hotel Birmingham (2.18 miles)
This contemporary, canal side hotel provides comfortable and convenient accommodation within easy reach of the NEC, ICC and the city centre.
With an on-site bar and bistro restaurant, this is a convenient place to relax away ... More | visit website
Park Inn West Bromwich (2.19 miles)
Superbly located close to the M5, M6, M42 and M40 junctions, this hotel is only 4 miles (6.4 km) from Birmingham city centre and all its attractions.
Contemporary and vibrant bedrooms, Raffertys restaurant and bar, Innaction ... More | visit website
Travelodge Birmingham Central Newhall Street (2.28 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Thistle Birmingham City (2.31 miles)
This hotel is situated on the edge of the business quarter and a short walk from the International Convention Centre and the renowned Bullring Shopping Centre.
The vibrant nightlife that Birmingham ... More
Premier Inn Birmingham Central East (2.35 miles)
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