Visit the Coffin Works
Based in the heart of Birmingham
Explore this historic coffin furniture manufactory, brought back to life in this unique time-capsule museum.
Visit the Coffin Works
Based in the heart of Birmingham
Explore this historic coffin furniture manufactory, brought back to life in this unique time-capsule museum.
What's on at the Coffin Works
We offer a wide range of events at the Coffin Works, from fun family days, community events, quirky night time specials and fantastic arts and crafts fairs. Why not join us for a truly unique time in the heart of the Jewellery Quarter.
Stepping Through The Past: Festive Walking Tour of the Jewellery Quarter and Coffin Works’ Museum
Enjoy a Walking Tour of the Jewellery Quarter and Coffin Works all decked out for Christmas
A Christmas Carol
Experience one of the most famous ghost stories of all time from great Victorian novelist Charles Dickens.
Step back in time
The shelves and workbenches at Newman Brothers are full of original stock and tools of the trade. With the original machinery working again, you can truly experience how this old Jewellery Quarter firm once operated on a day-to-day basis, producing some of the world’s finest coffin furniture, including the fittings for the funerals of Winston Churchill, Princess Diana and the Queen Mother.
Latest news from the Coffin Works
Coffin Works wins ‘Small Visitor Attraction of the Year’
The Coffin Works Museum secured the prestigious award for ‘Small Visitor Attraction of the Year’ in the West Midlands Tourism Awards, in partnership with Visit
It’s all in a name: finding Jane Saunders
A couple of weeks ago, I published a blog about our recent exciting research findings at Newman Brothers. Thanks to the 1921 census, we now
All the Single Ladies, Well Nearly
For International Women’s Day we’re looking back at our most recent research on the 1921 census and our theme is Working Women. Of the 32
Volunteer at the Coffin Works
We have a fantastic team here and we pride ourselves on the quality of candidates we attract and the diverse opportunities we offer. You will play a key role in the success of the Coffin Works, enabling us to deliver the highest quality experience for our visitors. Fancy joining the team?
My Volunteering Journey by Caitlin Coogan
My volunteering journey at the Coffin Works began on the 11th of November 2022 as a part of my placement at my college course…
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Looking for a unique venue?
The Coffin Works is a grade II* listed building, with an enclosed Courtyard and meeting room. It is a unique setting for team meetings, workshops, concerts, theatre performances, corporate and private parties, and as a film location.
