Quite a prestigious building, the Birmingham Council House is the centre piece of the city's culture and heritage. Still looking quite fabulous from the outside, it's just as elegant inside too. It's located near the 'fountain and large TV screen' in the centre of Birmingham town; so it's an un-missable venue. When you enter you are greeted by the spacious hallways and staircase which embraces you as you walk in. Red carpet all the way, the interior fittings at the Council House represent the traditional British heritage. I last went to the Council House for a conference which was put on by a group of young social entrepreneurs. It was held in the main conference suite which consists of two very large and spacious rooms combined. The event was well catered, the food provided by the Council House catering team. It was a nice event and the venue certainly helped the event seem a lot more prestigious. read more

Birmingham is not particularly well-known for its historical architecture, but the Council House is a rather grand, classical style Grade II Listed gem, surrounded by the tall offices of Colmore Row and the shops of New Street. As befits its grand structure and appearance, the Council House contains a balcony, from where visiting dignitaries apparently appear to wave at the minions. I'm not sure that I've ever witnessed any waving visiting dignitaries here, but perhaps that is mor of a historical detail. One edge of the building is actually Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, which faces into Chamberlain Square, whereas the front of the building faces Victoria Square - keeping a close eye on the floozy in the jacuzzi. It is rather fabulous, and still looks elegant and in good nick. It's certainly impressive both in its design and size and adds a certain gravitas to one of the most well-known squares in Birmingham. read more

The council house is a place where people go to collect money from the government. The days of the government giving money to people in need may be at an end due to recent measures and a bad economy. The façade of the building is a welcome sign, it sits in the back drop of the 'Floosie on the Jacuzzi' another memorable icon of the City Centre's streets. For anyone that hasn't been to Victoria Square, I would recommend buying a coach ticket to Birmingham. The sights are absolutely beautiful and the Council House sits in pride of place amongst them I sometimes think that the building looks unreal, I examine how and how it was put together. It makes me proud to say that I am from Birmingham. The architecture represents Birmingham's industrial core and it does it justice. If you have been to Birmingham then you have probably seen the building and are in agreement, it is not hard to miss. There is so much the city has to offer and this building is where all the hard work takes place to ensure this. read more

I have been to the council house for two events in the last few months. One was a vintage wedding fayre and the other was a vegan festival. The space itself is grand and fits the name and the expectations. The main event areas are a large hall up the stairs which holds around 50 exhibitors. I wouldn't say the inside is as grand as the outside but both are very lovely. read more