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Pedrocut said:
Pantomime House, Oozells Street.

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Emile Littler and Pantomime House

Souvenir of Emile Littler’s (all star pantomime) Babes in the Wood at the Prince of Wales Theatre, Birmingham, Christmas & New Year, 1935-6. [Ref. Lp28.2 / 456074] At this time of year, a…
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Very interesting!
Re Pantomime House - wasn't the vehicle insurance office in Oozells Street? I remember going with my Dad to tax his car, it was in a building on the right as you walked down from Broad Street, maybe that had been Pantomime House previously?
 
Pedrocut said:
2025 is 60th Anniversary of the Rotunda.

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The Rotunda: Dizzy Dreams of Modern Brum

The Rotunda shortly after opening in 1965. [Rotunda Photo Box No. 15] 2025 marks the 60th anniversary of the completion of the Rotunda, the iconic grade II listed cylindrical high rise buildin…
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I was a child when the Rotunda was built, I've always thought it an iconic building. It does need maintenance though as it looks neglected. The apartment rental company ceased operations last August.

I've been inside only once a few years ago. The views are spectacular from the upper floors. I hope that investment can be found to refurbish the building again and find a purpose.
 
Went in back in 1979 only once . As Stokkie said the views were spectacular it would be nice to refurbish it as it is part of the Birmingham Skyline but nothing is cheap. Who knows only pictures and fond memories may be a reminder of the Rotunda in it's prime.
 
Ancestry and the Birmingham Library…

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Have you ever wondered…

…how Ancestry make so many records available on their website? Following an enquiry last year, we realised some of you may be curious as to the details… Our partnership with Ancestry goes bac…
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