
Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour
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A guided tour of the former Assay Office Building in Birmingham takes place on 15 September 2026 at 13:30. The event, which is free to attend, provides insight into the building's history and significance. It is part of the Assay Studios programme. The tour is held at Assay Studios, located in Birmingham.
Step inside one of Birmingham’s most fascinating heritage buildings and uncover the incredible story of the former Birmingham Assay Office.
This guided tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the building’s rich history, remarkable architecture, and TCN’s regeneration into today’s Assay Studios workspace.
Guests will visit a selection of the building’s standout spaces, including the impressive entrance hall, the grand historic staircase, beautifully preserved stained-glass features, and the former Boardroom where key decisions once shaped Birmingham’s jewellery industry.
Along the way, you’ll hear stories of the Assay Office’s vital role in Birmingham’s industrial heritage, discover original architectural details, and learn how this iconic landmark has been reimagined as a vibrant hub for businesses, creatives, and the local community.
Whether you’re a history lover, architecture enthusiast, or simply curious about one of Birmingham’s hidden gems, this tour promises a memorable journey through the past and present of the former Birmingham Assay Office Building.
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Frequently asked questions
Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour takes place on Tuesday, 15 September 2026 at 13:30.
Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour is held at Assay Studios in Birmingham (141 Newhall Street, Birmingham, B3 1SF).
Entry to Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour is free.
Tickets for Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour
Editorial Summary
A guided tour of the former Assay Office Building in Birmingham takes place on 15 September 2026 at 13:30. The event, which is free to attend, provides insight into the building's history and significance. It is part of the Assay Studios programme. The tour is held at Assay Studios, located in Birmingham.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Step inside one of Birmingham’s most fascinating heritage buildings and uncover the incredible story of the former Birmingham Assay Office.
This guided tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the building’s rich history, remarkable architecture, and TCN’s regeneration into today’s Assay Studios workspace.
Guests will visit a selection of the building’s standout spaces, including the impressive entrance hall, the grand historic staircase, beautifully preserved stained-glass features, and the former Boardroom where key decisions once shaped Birmingham’s jewellery industry.
Along the way, you’ll hear stories of the Assay Office’s vital role in Birmingham’s industrial heritage, discover original architectural details, and learn how this iconic landmark has been reimagined as a vibrant hub for businesses, creatives, and the local community.
Whether you’re a history lover, architecture enthusiast, or simply curious about one of Birmingham’s hidden gems, this tour promises a memorable journey through the past and present of the former Birmingham Assay Office Building.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour?
Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour takes place on Tuesday, 15 September 2026 at 13:30.
Where is Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour taking place?
Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour is held at Assay Studios in Birmingham (141 Newhall Street, Birmingham, B3 1SF).
How much are tickets for Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour?
Entry to Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour is free.
How do I get tickets for Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour?
Tickets for Assay Studios: The Former Assay Office Building Tour can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Date
Until Tuesday, 15 September 2026
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