Welcome to Alum Rock

Alum Rock is a vibrant and diverse area located in the heart of West Midlands. It is known for its bustling high street, which is home to a wide range of shops, restaurants, and cafes. The area is particularly popular with the South Asian community, and visitors can expect to find a variety of authentic Indian and Pakistani cuisine on offer. Alum Rock is also home to a number of parks and green spaces, including the popular Ward End Park, which offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city.

One of the most notable landmarks in Alum Rock is the Alum Rock Islamic Centre, which is one of the largest mosques in the UK. The mosque is a stunning example of Islamic architecture, with its intricate domes and minarets. Visitors are welcome to explore the mosque and learn more about the Islamic faith. The mosque also hosts a range of events and activities throughout the year, including lectures, classes, and community events.

Alum Rock is a vibrant and dynamic area that is steeped in history and culture. It is a melting pot of different communities and cultures, and visitors can expect to find a warm welcome wherever they go. Whether you are looking for delicious food, stunning architecture, or a peaceful retreat, Alum Rock has something to offer everyone. So why not pay a visit and discover all that this wonderful area has to offer?

Local Schools

School	Details
St Cuthberts Rc Junior And Infant Nc School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Hobbs	Gumbleberrys Close Off Cotterills Lane Stechford Birmingham West Midlands B8 2PS 01216752205 School Website
Riverside Education Other Independent School Ages:14-19 Head Teacher Dr Abide Zenenga	2 Riverside Drive Stechford Birmingham West Midlands B33 9BF 1216782942 School Website
Washwood Heath Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Lynn Petrie	Burney Lane Stechford Birmingham West Midlands B8 2AS 01216757272 School Website
Beaufort School Community Special School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Judith Humphry	Stechford Road Hodge Hill Birmingham West Midlands B34 6BJ 01216758500 School Website
Colebourne Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Stuart Guest	Stechford Road Hodge Hill Birmingham West Midlands B34 6BJ 01216758500 School Website
Thornton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Cathy Grace	Thornton Road Ward End Birmingham West Midlands B8 2LQ 01213270824 School Website
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Julie Taylor	Lyttelton Road Stechford Birmingham West Midlands B33 8BL 01216752784 School Website
Stechford Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Rebecca Hatton	Albert Road Stechford Birmingham West Midlands B33 8SJ 01214643245 School Website
Sladefield Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Robert Meadows	Bamville Road Ward End Birmingham West Midlands B8 2TJ 01213270662 School Website
Bordesley Green East Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Mr Valerie Daniel	358 Bordesley Green East Stechford Bordesley Green Birmingham West Midlands B33 8QB 01216757410 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Stechford Victoria Road, Stechford, West Midlands, B33 8AJ 0.32 Miles

Lea Hall Lea Hall Road, Lea Hall, West Midlands, B33 8JU 1.29 Miles

Adderley Park Bordesley Green Road, Birmingham, West Midlands, B9 4TG 1.95 Miles

Duddeston Duddeston Mill Road, Duddeston, West Midlands, B7 4ST 2.38 Miles

Gravelly Hill Hunton Hill, Gravelly Hill, West Midlands, B23 7NH 2.42 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Beaufort Cars 0121 784 8888 39 Coleshill Road, Birmingham, West Midlands, B36 8DT 0.35 Miles
Star Limos 0121 786 2321 55 Hodge Hill Rd, Birmingham, West Midlands, B34 6DX 0.58 Miles
Alum Rock And Moon Cars 0121 785 2000 Bromford Road, Birmingham, West Midlands, B36 8HA 0.77 Miles
Arden Executive 0800 082 0166 209 Bordesley Green East, Birmingham, West Midlands, B9 5SP 0.78 Miles
Moon Cars 0121 327 0333 645 Washwood Heath Road, Birmingham, West Midlands, B8 2HJ 0.83 Miles
Minibus Hire With Professional Psv Driver 07877 764922 Findon Rd, Birmingham, West Midlands, B8 2BN 0.87 Miles
Dial A Car 0121 749 2222 Shawsdale Rd, Birmingham, West Midlands, B36 8NG 0.95 Miles
G T Cars 0121 772 0001 442 Bordesley Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B9 5NS 1.44 Miles
Condor Cars 0121 773 3255 373B Bordesley Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B9 5RH 1.58 Miles
Galaxy And Sutton Cars 0121 311 1113 84 Wood Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands, B24 9QL 1.65 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Stechford Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Outside 885 Washwood Heath Road Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Frederick Rd No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Treaford Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Coleshill Road Post Office Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Southbourne Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Burney Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Morris Road / Bromford Lane Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Manor Rd No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rogers Road / Washwood Heath Road Collection Today available until:17:45 Weekday Last Collection:17:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Stechford Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ventnor Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Corbyn Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bromford Rd No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Ward End Medical Centre 0121 3271049	Ward End Medical Centre 794A Washwood Heath Road Ward End Birmingham B8 2JN
Cotterils Lane Surgery 0121 3275111	75-77 Cotterills Lane Alum Rock Birmingham B8 3RZ
Iridium Medical Practice, Richmond Pcc 0121 2415025	299 Bordesley Green East Stechford Birmingham B33 8TA
Iridium Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	299 Bordesley Green East Stechford Birmingham B33 8TA
Iridium Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	299 Bordesley Green East Stechford Birmingham B33 8TA

Local Stores

Yardley
Yewtree Retail Park, Stoney Lane
Yardley
Birmingham
West Midlands
B25 8YP
01215 084110
Store Website
1.52 miles

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SPAR Castle Bromwich
Coleshill Road
Castle Bromwich
B36 8BQ
01217253764
Store Website
1.0 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Stechford Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Stechford Retail Park Flaxly Parkway Stechford West Midlands B33 9AN 0121 789 5800 stechford@vets4pets.com Website 0.33 miles
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The Lodge Veterinary Centre
64-66 Coleshill Road Hodge Hill Birmingham West Midlands B36 8AB 0121 783 2327 info@lodgevet.co.uk Website 0.44 miles
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Fivelands Veterinary Centre
228 Church Road Yardley Birmingham West Midlands B25 8XL 0121 783 7345 reception@fivelands.com Website 1.41 miles

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Your Vets Sheldon
492 Sheldon Heath Road Sheldon Birmingham B26 2RU 0121 783 5085 stechford@yourvets.co.uk Website 2.30 miles
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Medivet Pype Hayes
1066 Chester Road Pype Hayes Erdington Birmingham West Midlands B24 0SA 0121 350 2303 Pype.hayes@medivet.co.uk Website 2.31 miles
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Oakfield Green Lane
128 Green Lane Castle Bromwich Birmingham West Midlands B36 0BX 0121 747 6666 Website 2.60 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Cannon Hill Park
Cannon Hill Park Is Located In South Birmingham, West Midlands, Just Outside Of The City Centre. It Is A Popular City Park, Covering 250 Acres. B13 8RD 4.46 miles Cannon Hill Park Is Just Outside Birmingham City Centre, Between Moseley And Edgbaston.

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Sutton Park
The Park Has Open Heathland, Woodlands, Seven Lakes, Wetlands, And Marshes - Each With Its Own Rich Variety Of Plants And Wildlife, Some Rarely Seen In The Region. Cattle And Wild Ponies Graze On The Land. Monmouth Drivethe Royal Town Of Sutton Coldfield Birmingham 5.22 miles

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Sutton Park
2400 Acre National Nature Reserve. The Park Has Open Heathland, Woodlands, Seven Lakes, Wetlands, And Marshes - Each With Its Own Rich Variety Of Plants And Wildlife, Some Rarely Seen In The Region. Cattle And Wild Ponies Graze On The Land. Children's Play Area Is Located At Town Gate. The Town Gate Park Rd Lancashire 5.30 miles There Are Alternative Entrances Located In Streetly And Boldmere. During Summer Months A Small Entrance Fee Is Charged To Enter Sutton Park.

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Sutton Park
A 3.1-Mile, Circular Walk, With Three Potential Joining Points. Walk Around A 2,400 Acre National Nature Reserve And One Of The Largest Urban Parks In Europe. B73 6BT 5.30 miles Sutton Park Is Located In Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, West Midlands. There Are Several Entrances To The Park.

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Kingsbury Water Park
Large Area Consisting Of Lakes, Ponds, Open Fields And Woodland Paths, Visitor Centre And Refreshments Available, And Miles Of Dog Walking. 3 Bodymoor Heath Rd Bodymoor Heath Lancashire 6.93 miles

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Barr Beacon
Beacon Way Lancashire 7.12 miles Wo Car Parks Off Beacon Road, Use Monument Car Park For The Memorial Buses: Numbers 76, And 997 Run From Walsall, Alight On Beacon Road Nature Trails: The Beacon Way, Orienteering Trail, Circular Walk Wildlife To See: Heathland Butterflies And Bees, Ravens And Buzzards, Rabbits This Site Is Great For: Health Walks, Dog Walking, Picnics, Geology, Amazing Views! Grid Reference: Sp 060 973

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