Sutton Coldfield Local History Research Group

Sutton Coldfield has an interesting history, well documented by an extensive collection of primary sources, formerly to be found in Sutton Coldfield Library. Unfortunately, due to the permanent closure of the library by Birmingham City Council on 27^th June 2025, this material has subsequently been transferred to the Central Library, situated on Broad Street, Birmingham. However, members of the Research Group can now access this collection, as most material has been given new accession references.

Members now meet on the 1^st and 3^rd Tuesday of each month in Holy Trinity Parish Church (Refreshment Area), Sutton Coldfield, from 2.30 – 4.00 pm. On the 4^th Tuesday of each month, members are encouraged to visit the Wolfson Centre of Birmingham Library to peruse material they have ordered.

It is therefore hoped that new research articles will continually appear on the website. All members will receive regular emails from the Secretary or other members of the Committee, with details of issues affecting the Group.

For further information, see Join Us.

Telling Sutton's Stories

telling suttons stories map

A simple click is all it takes and you will find hundreds of interesting facts about anywhere you choose to look at in the town of Sutton Coldfield. This map could be used as a town guide as you walk around, inspire research, or even provide the answers to a quiz. Whatever you do, it will surprise you and provide a wonderful source of entertainment. Click to view the Map …

Walmley Infant School, 70th Anniversary, July 2026

This delightful School Newspaper will become a treasured memento for many children who attended Walmley Infant School over the past 70 years. It was collated and presented by Amy Baines (Assistant Headteacher) and Harley Burns (Year 1 Class Teacher and History Lead) who have unearthed the school’s old history and discovered some very interesting photographs along the way.