Selly Manor was originally situated about a mile away on Bournbrook Road in the Selly Park area, the earliest records of it date back to 1327. George Cadbury saved this beautiful house from demolition when he bought it in 1907, it was surveyed and plans were drawn up by his architect W. Alexander Harvey. Work began in 1912, it took a further four years to dismantle and re-build in its present location, under the supervision of Harvey. Finally, the Manor House was opened in its former glory as a museum in 1917, for everyone to enjoy.
Minworth Greaves dates from medieval times (c 1250). In the 13th century this single hall would have been the home to a wealthy family . Once again, it was saved from total demolition by George Cadbury when, in the 1930's, it was moved from the Minworth area. It is of a timber cruck frame construction that is visible from the outside. An excellent souvenir shop is also found in Minworth Greaves.
Both houses are full of interesting items from the past - it's a real step back in time!
For further information and a virtual room by room tour of the manor visit www.bvt.org.uk/sellymanor.
Admissions:
Adults £2.00
Concessions £1.50
Children 50p
All BVT residents free of charge (proof of address required), excluding some special events, call 0121 472 0199 or email sellymanor@bvt.org.uk to confirm special events.
Tuesday to Friday 10am-5pm all year round.
From April to September Saturdays, Sundays
and Bank Holiday Mondays 2-5pm .