Gas Retort House, Industrial heritage site in Birmingham, England
The Gas Retort House features cast iron trusses, wrought iron tie rods, and timber elements within its structural framework on Gas Street.
Built in 1822 for the Birmingham Gas Light and Coke Company, this facility manufactured town gas by heating coal without air until its closure in 1850.
The structure now serves as St Luke's Gas Street church, combining industrial heritage with modern religious functions through adaptable spaces and community areas.
The renovated building includes a 450-person auditorium, offices facing Bridge Street, and a café area that opens onto Gas Street.
This Grade II* listed building stands as the final remaining structure from Birmingham's first gas works, featuring its original fireproof iron roof design.
Location: Birmingham
GPS coordinates: 52.47660,-1.90962
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:02
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