Rowley Regis

Rowley Regis is a town in Sandwell spanning three distinct wards—Blackheath, Cradley Heath, and Old Hill—as part of the Black Country near Birmingham. The area combines hilly terrain with communities shaped by industrial development.

The addition of 'Regis' to the name dates to around 1140, marking a link to royal hunting grounds in medieval England. This royal designation shows the area's importance to the monarchy of that era.

St. Giles Church, built in 1923, is the third place of worship on this site after two earlier buildings were destroyed. The location reflects how the community rebuilt and adapted through periods of industrial change.

The railway station, operational since 1867, provides regular connections to Birmingham and other West Midlands destinations via local train services. Visitors can easily arrive by public transport and explore the surrounding area.

Turner's Hill within the Rowley Hills reaches 269 meters elevation and stands as the highest point across the entire West Midlands region. This geographic distinction offers visitors who climb it far-reaching views over the surrounding landscape.

Location: Sandwell

GPS coordinates: 52.48000,-2.06000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:02