Victoria Square - places of interest mapped for you
Here we have mapped a selection of places that we would recommend as of real cultural interest in Victoria Square.
This includes:
Birmingham Council House, The Town Hall, Victoria Square House; The River and Youth ('Floozie in the Jacuzzi'), and the Statue of Queen Victoria.
Enjoy!.
Victoria Square is home to Birmingham's historic Council House.
Victoria Square was originally called Council House Square, but was re-named to Victoria Square after Queen Victoria in 1901, just 12 days before she passed away.
Here we have mapped some of the highlights in Victoria Square. Enjoy with our compliments our map of this amazing public space.
Historic architecture
First let's introduce you to some magificent architecture and historic builds that are on display in Victoria Square.
The Birmingham Council House
The Council House was built between 1874 to 1879, and was designed by architect Yeoville Thomason. It is a Grade II* listed building and is home to Birmingham City Council.
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Photography by Daniel Sturley.
For more on the Council House, CONNECT HERE.
Birmingham Town Hall
The Town Hall is the oldest building in the square was built between 1832 and 1834. It was designed by architects Joseph Hansom and Edward Welch. The Grade I listed building was refurbished between 2002 and 2007. It was the first example of the 19th Century revival of Roman Architecture in Birmingham.
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Photography by Elliott Brown.
For more on the Town Hall, CONNECT HERE.
Victoria Square House
Victoria Square House was built from 1899 to 1901, and operated as the General Post Office until 1972 when the Royal Mail moved to larger premises. this building was saved from demolition by the Victorian Society.
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Photography by Elliott Brown.
For more on Victoria Square House, CONNECT HERE.
Public Art
There are two great examples of public art that can be enjoyed in Victoria Square.
River and Youth ('Floozie in the Jacuzzi')
River and Youth was unveiled in 1993 and was sculpted by Dhruva Mistry. It is known locally by 'Brummies' by her nickname of the "Floozie in the Jacuzzi". There is also a a pair of Sphinx Guardians.
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Photography by Daniel Sturley
For more on the Floozie in the Jacuzzi, CONNECT HERE.
The Statue of Queen Victoria
The Queen Victoria statue was originally designed in marble by Thomas Brock in 1901, and was later cast in bronze by William Bloye in 1951.
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Photography by Daniel Sturley.
For more on the statue of Queen Victoria, CONNECT HERE.