Timeline
14:52
Arrive at Blakesley Hall. The museum opens at 11:00, so you have plenty of time to explore the timber-framed farmhouse and see the Gilbertstone in the grounds before the light changes.
15:52
Head to the grounds for a quiet moment. The sun sets toward the SW, providing a soft backdrop to the historic architecture as the afternoon light fades.
16:22
Watch the sunset. At 16:22, the sun dips below the horizon, casting long shadows across the old walls and grounds.
16:52
Stay a while longer as the golden light lingers. The museum closes at 16:00, but the grounds remain accessible for a peaceful end to the visit.
Local tip
The museum closes at 16:00, but the grounds are open for viewing the sunset. Check the bus 97 schedule if you need transport to Station Road.
Check before you go
- Blakesley Hall opens We-Su 11:00-16:00.
- Sunset on 15 January is at 16:22.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Birmingham (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).