Location: Stourbridge
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Top 7 Sights & Landmarks in Stourbridge, England
Stourbridge /ˈstaʊərbrɪdʒ/ is a town in the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley, in the West Midlands county of England. Historically part of Worcestershire and situated on the River Stour, Stourbridge developed during the industrial revolution into a centre of glass making. As of 2018 the town includes the suburbs of Amblecote, Lye, Norton, Oldswinford, Pedmore, Wollaston, Wollescote, and Wordsley.
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1. St Thomas' Church
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
2. Hagley Hall
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4.5 based on 54 reviews
Hagley Hall and Park are among the supreme achievements of eighteenth-century English architecture and landscape gardening. They remain largely the creation of one man, George, 1st Lord Lyttelton, landscaped the grounds in the new ‘picturesque’ style and who was responsible for the building of the house as it is seen today. There has been a park at Hagley since the reign of Edward III but the present outstanding landscape was created between 1747 and 1758 with follies designed by Lord Camelford and Sanderson Miller amongst others. Home to Lord & Lady Cobham, Hagley Hall, last of the great Palladian houses, with its rich Rococo decoration and surrounded by 350 acres of picturesque parkland, is a remarkable tribute to the artistic achievements of the great eighteenth-century amateurs, offering a splendid and unique venue for your wedding day or corporate event. We are open for public tours from January to March each year.
Reviewed By LynEHA - Birmingham, United Kingdom
Hagley Hall is only open to the public 65 days of the year, which is a great shame, as it is a magnificent house with alot of histiry attached to it. The guides tours last around one hour fifteen minutes and are informative and interesting. There is then a lovely tea shop with cakes teas and coffees on offer and a very informative waitress who, in the quiet times, will give you even more information about the family and the house.
3. The Red House Glass Cone
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4.5 based on 288 reviews
Free family trails available all year round. Hot Glass Blowing demonstrations every weekend. Designer maker studios open to watch or purchase unique gifts. Specialist gift shop Canal side location with lots of ducks and geese Built in 1792, the Red House Glass Cone is an historic heritage glassmaking site.
Reviewed By richardthefossil - Preston, United Kingdom
By chance passing with my son and saw the majestic cone furnace appearing along the road. This led to our free entry visit and free parking, to this council run amenity, museum and glass shop. Although small it had a quietly appealing facet. Unfortunately due to the recent storms entry to the only completely surging glass cone in the UK was not permitted. Apparently immediate safety check and work needs to be carried out. However we did visit the other parts of the small site. Especially Carl working in the glass shop, he was working on some engraving of glassware which in itself was worth the visit. The titanic glassware was interesting, ordered but because of a railway issue back in the day never made it to the maiden voyage and so remained forever since here. We shall be returning to the area this year when I hope to visit the cone itself.
4. Ruskin Glass Centre
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4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By earthintruder - Birmingham, United Kingdom
Most recent visit was for the 2017 British Glass Biennale. There was a fantastic buzz about the place, and some amazing exhibits on show. I particularly respect the generosity of the individual artisans, both in their display of their crafts, and in sharing those skills with others. A lovely place, which always fills me with a positive spirit.
5. The Bonded Warehouse
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4.5 based on 25 reviews
With a long history, The Bonded Warehouse serves the community. It can be hired for Wedding Receptions, Birthday Parties, Corporate Training and Evening Activity Clubs. Built from 1799, the distinctive 3-storey round-ended building is set alongside the Stourbridge Town Arm Canal where boats moor permanently. Please Note: no wheelchair access to upper floors and the road is cobbled and uneven.
Reviewed By P2956NYlindsayl
Went on the Santa boat trip last year. Grandsons loved it so much we are again this year. Good value all round.
6. Stourbridge Town Hall
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4.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By U14KFchrisb - Stourbridge, United Kingdom
Lovely hall holding concerts, films and plays. Bar and seating area. Alongside the well-stocked public library.
