Parish Church of St Giles

The Parish Church of St Giles is a medieval church in Sheldon featuring a prominent stone tower from the 15th century. The building displays architectural elements from the 14th century onwards, including visible timber roof structures throughout its interior.

The church was built during the medieval period and expanded with its distinctive tower in the 15th century. Thomas Bray served as rector in the late 17th century before his work in colonial Maryland.

The church serves as a community gathering place for worship and local events, holding importance in Sheldon's daily life. Inside, religious artworks and inscriptions connect generations of worshippers across centuries.

The church is located on Church Road in Sheldon and is accessible on foot from central Birmingham. Visitors should check opening times in advance, as services and community events may affect when the building is open to the public.

The building houses a pipe organ with 14 stops that is recorded in the National Pipe Organ Register. This instrument was built by local craftsman Thomas Hewins and represents a surviving example of period organ work.

Location: Birmingham

GPS coordinates: 52.45960,-1.77759

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:22