BIRMINGHAM — All public tours and activities at the Roundhouse Birmingham, a popular heritage site in the city’s centre, have been suspended indefinitely due to escalating operational costs.
The Grade II* listed building, located off Sheepcote Street, had earned acclaim for its canal-side walking tours, kayak experiences, and narrowboat rides that offered a distinctive perspective of the city from the water.
However, the charity overseeing the site has announced an immediate halt to all visitor programming and bookings. Refunds are currently being processed, but no timeline has been given for when tours might resume.
Built in the 1870s and restored through a collaborative effort between the National Trust and the Canal & River Trust, the Roundhouse was celebrated for blending Birmingham’s industrial heritage with interactive, water-based experiences. Since reopening, it had become a standout attraction in the city’s cultural landscape.
While the site’s restaurant and office spaces remain in operation, the future of its visitor-focused initiatives remains uncertain. A comprehensive review of the Roundhouse’s public offerings is now underway as the organisation navigates financial pressures.
