The Building

Highlights

The beautiful Elizabethan house is one of the oldest buildings in Birmingham and is a typical example of Tudor architecture.

It was built in 1590 by Richard Smalbroke, a member of one of Birmingham’s leading merchant families, and was designed to show the wealth and status of the owner.

The house is furnished using an inventory taken in the 17th century and reflects the lifestyle of a wealthy family of the late Tudor and Stuart period of English history.

Exterior front view of a Tudor timber-framed house and garden

Image gallery

  • Family group walking along the path by Blakesley Hall.
  • A BMT staff member telling a family about the Great Hall at Blakesley
  • Inside a historic room with wooden beams and floor, a fire place and table anc chairs.
  • A long wooden hallway with wood.
  • Kitchen with table, bench and utensils from Tudor times
  • Exterior of Blakesley Hall showing a part of a black and white Tudor building with a dark cloudy sky