Digbeth Collection

The Rev. Les Milner talking with members Raymond Fox (right) and Ron Gillam outside the Double Zero clubs headquarters. The club has been closed after trouble with Hells Angels

Birmingham B9 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Birmingham B9 4

Old Smithy and Open Forge in Digbeth, taken down early in the Nineteenth Century (engraving)
3635013 Old Smithy and Open Forge in Digbeth, taken down early in the Nineteenth Century (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Old Tripe House"in Digbeth (engraving)
3635014 " Old Tripe House" in Digbeth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Old Tripe House" in Digbeth)

Advert for W. & T Avery, Duplex Coffee Mill. 1888
Patent Duplex Coffee Mill grind twice as fast. Date: 1888

Old Houses, Digbeth, Walsall, from Remnants Of Old Wolverhampton Vol. I. No
451612 Old Houses, Digbeth, Walsall, from Remnants Of Old Wolverhampton Vol.I. No.s 1-37, published 1880 (etching) by Fullwood, John (1854-1931); Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands

Walsall WS1 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Walsall WS1 1

Birmingham B5 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Birmingham B5 5

Digbeth Canal, Birmingham - 4
Digbeth Canal, Birmingham, derelict before renovation Date: 1987

Digbeth Canal, Birmingham - 3
Digbeth Canal, Birmingham, derelict before renovation Date: 1987

Digbeth Canal bridge
A man leans over the parapet of the iron canal bridge on the Digbeth Canal at Bordesley Junction, Birmingham Date: 1987

Digbeth Canal, Birmingham - 2
Digbeth Canal, Birmingham, derelict before renovation Date: 1987

Digbeth Canal, Birmingham - 1
Digbeth Canal, Birmingham, derelict before renovation Date: 1987

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Digbeth, a historic neighborhood in Birmingham, is brimming with tales of the past. The Rev. Les Milner engages in an animated conversation with members Raymond Fox, their faces reflecting the passion and knowledge they possess about this remarkable area. As I explore Digbeth's streets, guided by the Birmingham B9 4 Map, I am transported back to a time when the Old Smithy and Open Forge stood tall before being taken down in the early Nineteenth Century. Engravings capture moments frozen in time; one such engraving showcases the "Old Tripe House" nestled within Digbeth's vibrant landscape. Its presence evokes curiosity about its purpose and significance to this community. Advertisements from yesteryears catch my eye as well - an advert for W. & T Avery's Duplex Coffee Mill from 1888 reminds me of how commerce thrived even then. It serves as a reminder that Digbeth has always been at the heart of trade and innovation. The remnants of old houses scattered throughout Digbeth tell stories untold; each brick holds secrets waiting to be discovered by those who dare to delve into history's depths. Walsall WS1 1 Map reveals more hidden gems tucked away within this captivating district. As I wander further, Birmingham B5 5 Map leads me towards another marvel - Digbeth Canal bridges gracefully arching over tranquil waters below. These canals were once bustling arteries connecting communities and industries alike. Digbeth Canal Bridge stands tall as a testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess while offering breathtaking views that captivate both locals and visitors alike. In these snapshots captured through words and images, we glimpse into Digbeth's rich tapestry woven with stories of resilience, progress, and community spirit that continue to shape its present-day identity.