St. Martin in the Bull Ring

The basics

Thanks to its 19th-century design, St. Martin in the Bull Ring is a must-see for architecture lovers. Some visitors attend services held several times a week, including Saturdays, Sundays, and Tuesdays, while others explore the interior before relaxing at the Tea Lounge or visiting the church shop. The Bullring shopping center is just a short walk away, making it easy to combine a visit to the church with dining and shopping.

Things to know before you go

• St. Martin in the Bull Ring is a wheelchair-accessible venue with an accessible toilet and a ramped entrance.
• There are baby-changing facilities on-site.
• Visitors can get access to free Wi-Fi, as well as leaflets about the history of the building.

How to get there

Conveniently located near the Bullring, there are plenty of parking options close to St. Martin in the Bull Ring, including the Bullring car park with parking per hour, or the Edgbaston Street car park. If traveling by public transport, the Park St, Moat Lane bus stop is directly outside the church, which is served by buses 2, 3, and 4.

When to get there

St. Martin in the Bull Ring is typically open daily to visitors in the afternoon, except for Mondays. If you’re keen to attend a service, these are held throughout the week, usually in the mornings or early afternoons. Visitors often come for private prayer or to explore the cathedral’s interiors independently.

Other Catholic churches in Birmingham

After visiting St. Chad’s Cathedral, St. Michael’s Catholic Church on Moor Street is another notable site—a Grade II–listed building with a striking cream facade. Also worth a visit is The Oratory of Saint Philip Neri in Edgbaston, known for its impressive gold interiors and domed roof, offering a different architectural style and atmosphere.