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Digbeth and The Custard Factory

Birmingham's vibrant creative quarter, a former industrial area transformed into an open-air art gallery. Home to The Custard Factory (original site of Bird's Custard), featuring independent shops, studios, eateries, and extensive street art murals. Previously named 'Coolest Neighbourhood in Britain' by the Sunday Times.

Practical Information

Prices verified: Jan 18, 2026

Entrance Fee

Free

Free to explore and view street art. Individual shops and events may have charges

Best Time to Visit

Daytime for street art photos. Note: Many shops closed Mondays. Graffiti Art Tours available. 15-20 minute walk from city centre.

Official Website

Connectivity & Services

Wheelchair access
Partial
Audio guide
Not available
Staff assistance
Not available

Facilities & Services

restrooms
restaurants
bars
parking
wifi

Working Hours

Verified: Jan 18, 2026
Monday08:30 — 18:00
Tuesday08:30 — 18:00
Wednesday08:30 — 18:00
Thursday08:30 — 18:00
Friday08:30 — 18:00
Saturday10:00 — 18:00
Sunday10:00 — 18:00

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faq.subtitle Digbeth and The Custard Factory

This was the site of the original Bird's Custard factory. Alfred Bird created the eggless custard recipe in 1837 specifically for his wife who had dietary restrictions. Production continued until 1963.

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Weather

Average temperature by month

Nowweather8°
91%19 м/с
Todayweather9°5°
Tomorrowweather10°6°
Friweather7°5°
Satweather7°6°
Sunweather8°5°
Monweather5°1°
Tueweather8°2°
6°
2°Jan
7°
2°Feb
10°
2°Mar
13°
4°Apr
15°
7°May
18°
10°Jun
20°
12°Jul
20°
12°Aug
17°
10°Sep
14°
8°Oct
9°
5°Nov
7°
3°Dec

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