Join Edward Shelby, a former member of the Birmingham slogging gangs, on a cultural exploration of the city. Learn about the historical and cultural aspects of the gangs and how they differed from their portrayal in popular culture.
Join Edward Shelby, a former member of the Birmingham slogging gangs, on a cultural exploration of the city. Learn about the historical and cultural aspects of the gangs and how they differed from their portrayal in popular culture.
- West Midlands Police Museum - Discover the history of where the Birmingham Gangs were detained prior to their trials. Please be aware that the museum will not be entered.
- The Gunmakers Quarter - Pause for a beverage and explore the history of weaponry in Birmingham and its influence on the slave trade.
- Chinese Quarter - Gain insights…
- West Midlands Police Museum - Discover the history of where the Birmingham Gangs were detained prior to their trials. Please be aware that the museum will not be entered.
- The Gunmakers Quarter - Pause for a beverage and explore the history of weaponry in Birmingham and its influence on the slave trade.
- Chinese Quarter - Gain insights into international gangs in this area.
- High Street - Understand Birmingham’s significant role in the tea trade.

- Fun and educational experience
- Fun and educational experience
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
- Parking Fees (£5 to £30)
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
- Parking Fees (£5 to £30)
Are you ready to become part of a Birmingham Slogging gang? If so, new recruits are welcome to join under the guidance of Edward Shelby, a seasoned member of the slogging gangs. He will guide you through the city and teach you about the gangs, highlighting how their reality contrasts with their depiction in popular culture. This tour, offered by the…
Are you ready to become part of a Birmingham Slogging gang? If so, new recruits are welcome to join under the guidance of Edward Shelby, a seasoned member of the slogging gangs. He will guide you through the city and teach you about the gangs, highlighting how their reality contrasts with their depiction in popular culture. This tour, offered by the award-winning company Top Tours Global, focuses on the historical and cultural aspects of the Birmingham slogging gangs. Participants will learn about how these gangs terrorized Birmingham in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The tour will delve into the lives of gang members such as Billy Kimber, Alfie Solomon, and the Italian Mob. This two-hour tour starts and finishes at Aston University, with parking available, and explores historical gang territories. There will be two stops at local pubs where guests can purchase a drink while learning more about the Birmingham gangs of the past two centuries. City and restaurant recommendations can be found on our website, Toptoursglobal.com.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.