Lunar Walks

Follow the footsteps of Matthew Boulton and James Watt in Handsworth, and how their specialist industries transformed Birmingham!
About this Event

Lunar Society Heritage Walk: Discover the Birthplace of the Industrial Revolution

Step back into the 18th century and uncover the remarkable story of Birmingham's industrial pioneers. Join us for a guided heritage walk through Handsworth, following in the footsteps of Matthew Boulton and James Watt, two of the visionary members of the Lunar Society whose innovations helped transform Birmingham into the "workshop of the world."

Explore the locations where these pioneering industrialists lived, worked, and developed the manufacturing processes that revolutionised industry and established Birmingham as a global centre of engineering, innovation, and trade.

During the walk you'll discover:

• The historic residences of Matthew Boulton and James Watt
• The sites where groundbreaking industrial processes were developed
• How the Lunar Society shaped Birmingham's rise as an industrial powerhouse
• The fascinating stories behind the city that became home to a thousand international trades

What to expect:

• A guided heritage walk suitable for most abilities
• Light refreshments included
• Toilet facilities available
• Dogs welcome
• Please wear comfortable, flat walking shoes

Whether you're passionate about local history, the Industrial Revolution, or Birmingham's remarkable heritage, this walk offers a fascinating journey through the people and places that changed the world!