Sarehole Mill Museum

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1. Eärendil Steen ★★★★★

   Following the footsteps of the greatest author in the world, we ended up at the Sarehole Mill, a place that had a large impact on JRR. Tolkiens life and works.

   almost 3 months ago
2. Gabriela Luz ★★★★★

   Very nice and cute museum about Tolkien's childhood and inspirations. I was very surprised to find out how rural Birmingham used to be!

   almost 6 months ago
3. Simi Tame ★★★★☆

   Such a hidden gem! The museum is mostly about Tolkien and his life in Birmingham which is very interesting as an LOTR fan. When you reach the actual mill part and all the structures, everything is a perfect picture of the past, it’s amazing how well preserved it is. Also the staff are lovely! It’s a bit tricky to get to and the opening hours are limited, also sadly their tea room is closed at the moment, but it is worth a visit, especially alongside a walk around the pond which is very pretty.

   almost 9 months ago

1. Nadia Fernandes ★★★★☆

   My husband and I, being Tolkien fans, were definitely excited about doing this tour as part of our visit to Birmingham! Our initial research into the museum and the mill set us up to expect a nice tour of the mill, an intimate look into the years that Tolkien spent at the mill, and the pizza at the café. The first two items (the mill and the Tolkien trivia) were an amazing experience! We definitely recommend this tour to anybody who wants to visit a good old run down watermill simply to see the works, or if you're a Tolkien nerd as well! Our tour guide was Ash, and he was marvellous! The tour lasted about an hour, during which he took us through the floors of the mill, explaining in immersive detail what milling was all about back in the day, occasionally treating us to a bit of insight into Tolkien's life back when he lived around the mill. The third aspect that we were looking forward to (the pizza) was unfortunately a big disappointment. Not only was it mediocre at best, we also had to wait over an hour just for our order to be taken! (No, it wasn't that crowded. They were "backed up" with another order apparently.) So after over an hour of waiting to place an order (during which time we had filled up on tea and cake because we were just sitting there hungry and waiting), and then a wait of about 20 minutes for our pizza to arrive, we were quite disappointed with what we were served. In summary: definitely do the tour and take your time exploring the park and the trail, and the mill area.

   almost 2 years ago
2. Kaizer Panthakey ★★★★★

   The history of visiting this place is very interesting they give you a guided tour of the place and show how bread is made in the mill and also about Moseley bog I would recommend it

   almost 3 years ago
3. sophie Hughes ★★★★★

   I have been to the mill a few times for the pizza pod experience and it has always been great! Highly recommended to anyone looking for a bit of an escape from the mundane city ( in the city) for a bite to eat and to relax. They also have a selection of soft drinks available, not licence for alcohol though. The mill its self is a wonderful charming place.

   almost 3 years ago

1. Laura Carolina ★★★★★

   Tolkien fans will enjoy this location. It's an ancient mill, still (again) in working order. Inspiration for author JRR Tolkien. Wildlife and trees around the pond. Tours offered, best to book ahead. (First Saturday of the month, you can self-guide, reading the informative signs as you go.) Café and pizza (Wed-Sun, midday-3 pm). Enclosed and indoor seating. Moseley Bog is beside the mill, good for a walk.

   almost 3 years ago
2. Andrew Thomas ★★★★★

   Nice place to visit for a walk in the gardens or a look around the mill that inspired a young JRR Tolkien for his Hobbit and Lord of the Rings books. There's a large pond around the back with lovely views to the mill. And the cafe is very nice too with food and cakes (I had coffee and a vegan sausage roll which were lovely). Not very large in size, but large in enjoyment!

   almost 3 years ago
3. P T ★★★★★

   A real rare find in the southern outskirts of Birmingham. Very beautiful place with an amazing history related to Tolkien & Lord of the Rings. Fantastic restoration work keeping this gem of a place alive. On site cafe serving drinks, cake & pizza. Love it!

   almost 3 years ago

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