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About this apartment rental
Welcome to your perfect Birmingham base! This private, stylish studio apartment is located in the heart of Digbeth, Birmingham’s creative and cultural hub—just a short walk from the coach station and close to bars, cafes, and the city centre.
Designed for comfort and convenience, the studio features:
A comfy double bed with fresh linens
Fully equipped kitchen – cook your own meals with ease
Private shower room with towels and toiletries
Wall-mounted TV with Netflix – binge your favourites anytime
Fast Wi-Fi – perfect for remote work or streaming
Clothes storage to keep your space organized
Dining table for meals, work, or planning your day
Whether you're in town for work, exploring Birmingham’s rich culture, or just passing through, this studio offers a comfortable, stylish, and well-located stay.
Book now and make the most of your time in Digbeth!
🔑 Guest Access & Welcome
Guests will have full private access to the entire property for the duration of their stay, ensuring complete comfort and privacy throughout your visit.
📦 Easy Self Check-In
Access is via a secure lockbox, allowing for simple and convenient self check-in at a time that suits you—no waiting around, just arrive and relax.
🏡 Sophie's Homes Welcome
At Sophie's Homes, we love welcoming guests and want you to feel right at home from the moment you arrive. We’re always happy to help if you need anything during your stay and are committed to making your visit comfortable, smooth, and memorable. ✨
Guests are welcome to request early check-in or late check-out for a small additional fee 😊
We’ll always do our best to accommodate, but this does depend on our cleaners’ schedule and availability.
Once you’ve booked, simply send your request through your Sophie’s Homes portal link.
If we’re unable to arrange it, standard check-in is from 3:00 PM and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Please note that late check-out without prior approval may incur additional fees.
Thanks so much for your understanding—we’ll always try to make your stay as comfortable as possible!
💬 Guest Support & Communication
Guests can get in touch with Sophie, your host, or a friendly member of the Sophie's Homes team 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via the Airbnb app. Whether you have a question, need assistance, or are looking for local recommendations, we’re always just a message away and happy to help. 😊
🎨 1. Street Art & Creative Vibe
Digbeth is famous for having some of the best street art in the UK
Wander the backstreets to find large-scale murals
Don’t miss the JFK Mosaic Memorial, one of the area’s best-known artworks
The mix of old factories + modern creativity gives Digbeth its signature “urban gallery” feel
👉 This alone makes it one of Birmingham’s most photogenic areas.
🏭 2. Custard Factory – The Cultural Heart
Once a real custard factory, today it’s a creative hub filled with:
Indie shops & design studios
Galleries & artist workspaces
The Mockingbird Cinema (independent film venue)
Golf Fang – wild-themed crazy golf
Board game cafés & retro arcades
It’s essentially Digbeth’s creative playground.
🍔 3. Digbeth Dining Club & Food Scene
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Digbeth has helped shape Birmingham’s street food culture.
Digbeth Dining Club hosts award-winning street food events
Expect pop-ups, indie traders and global flavours
The area is packed with independent cafés & eateries
Great for casual foodie nights.
🕺 4. Nightlife & Music Scene
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Digbeth is one of Birmingham’s best nightlife districts:
The Night Owl – live soul, jazz & retro vibes
Warehouse-style clubs & gaming bars
Mini golf, arcades, bowling & karaoke venues
Plus:
👉 The Old Crown – Birmingham’s oldest pub (built 1368)
🛍️ 5. Indie Shopping & Markets
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Highlights include:
Red Brick Market – handmade & vintage goods
Cow Vintage – huge retro clothing warehouse
Digbeth is known for its independent spirit and quirky retail scene
🎯 6. Fun & Games
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Great if you're visiting with friends:
Bowling, shuffleboard & games bars
Crazy golf & retro arcades
Escape rooms & activity venues
Digbeth is often described as an adult playground of social entertainment
🎭 7. Culture & Creative Studios
Digbeth is full of:
Art studios
Music venues
Film & media spaces
It’s a true melting pot of art, culture and music
You’ll find everything from galleries to live performance spaces.
⭐ Quick Must-See List
If you're short on time:
✔ Custard Factory
✔ Street art walk
✔ Digbeth Dining Club
✔ The Old Crown
✔ Golf Fang / activity bars
✔ Red Brick Market
🚶 Walk Everywhere Easily
Digbeth is compact and pedestrian‑friendly. Most local attractions—Custard Factory, street art, cafés, bars, Red Brick Market, Ghetto Golf, NQ64 arcade—are within a 5–15 min walk
Walk about **10 min **to Birmingham Moor Street or New Street stations, Bullring shopping centre, and Chamberlain Square
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🚌 Bus Rapid & Reliable
Many services stop close by—mainly via Coach Station (a 1-min walk):
Regular routes: 4, 5, 6, 60, 400, X1, X2
These buses link Digbeth to:
Jewellery Quarter (“Inner Circle” route 8 also loops nearby)
City Centre, Bullring, Moor Street.
Suburbs like Sutton Coldfield (via bus + train)
🎫 Ticketing Tips
Pay contactlessly on board or buy day tickets via NXBus mTicket or Network West Midlands – saves time
For wider travel (buses + trains), a Family Day Tripper ticket covers Zones 1‑5
🚆 Train & Metro
Moor Street and New Street stations are both around a 10-min walk, offering frequent services across the region
Tram service from city centre Library or Five Ways can be reached via bus if needed .
🚲 Bikes & Cycling
Shared bikes available, with cycle parking at Custard Factory
Scenic routes along canals—great for exploring beyond city centre
Note: central traffic and one-way streets can be tricky; public transport often easier
🎯 Top Local Attractions & How to Get There
Attraction Distance Best Transport Notes
Custard Factory 5 min walk Walk Creative hub with shops, cinema
Red Brick Market 5 min walk Walk Independent stalls & cafés
Ghetto/Golf Fang 8 min walk Walk Indoor crazy golf & cocktails
NQ64 Arcade Bar 8 min walk Walk Retro video games + cocktails
O₂ Institute (Digbeth Institute) 10 min walk Walk Music venue for gigs
Dog Walk / Canal-side bars 10–20 min walk Walk or bike Brindley Place & canals
Jewellery Quarter ~15 min bus Bus 8 / bus + tram Quaint shops & museums
Cadbury World ~30 min train Moor St → Bournville Great for families, kids
Sutton Park / Lickey Hills ~30–45 min bus/train Bus or train Countryside escape
✅ Final Tips
Download: Google Maps + NXBus mTicket or Network West Midlands for real-time travel. Trainline app for train tickets
Walking shoes: Many top Digbeth gems are best enjoyed on foot.
Combo transport tickets are ideal for flexibility and savings.
With this setup, you're well-placed to explore Digbeth on foot, easily hop on buses or trains for further trips, and discover Birmingham’s highlights—from street art and independent venues to historic attractions and green spaces. Let me know if you'd like sample itineraries or help planning a day trip!
✨ What to Expect on Arrival ✨
To help you settle in comfortably and enjoy a relaxing first night, we’ve prepared a complimentary starter pack for your stay, including:
🧻 2 toilet rolls
🫧 Washing-up liquid
🧽 Dish sponge
🧺 Cleaning cloth
🍽️ 2 dishwasher tablets (if Property has dishwasher)
👕 2 laundry tablets
☕ Tea & coffee-making facilities ready for your arrival
We hope these little touches help you feel at home from the moment you arrive. 💛
✨ Early Check-In & Late Check-Out ✨
Once you’ve booked with us, you’re welcome to request an early check-in or late check-out. These are subject to our cleaner’s schedule on the day, but we will always do everything we can to accommodate your request. 💛
🌐 To access check-in details, we will share a secure portal link after booking, which we are excited to share with you.
✨ The portal will also include recommendations for local attractions and guides to the property amenities.
❓ Please let us know if you have any questions about this.
*🚗 On-Street Pay & Display (Digbeth & Irish Quarter Zone)
Hours: Mon–Sat, 8:00–18:00 (no charge Sundays/bank holidays)
Maximum stay: 4 hours; no return for 1 hour after leaving
Rates:
Up to 1 hr: £1.90
Up to 2 hr: £3.00
Up to 3 hr: £4.70
Up to 4 hr: £5.80
Good for short visits.
🅿️ Off‑Street Car Parks
Digbeth High Street (Green Parking)
All-day flat rate: £4.00 (until 23:59)
Open 24/7 with ANPR; extra £4 if overstaying past midnight
Payment: Pay & display or RingGo app
Great value for day-long stays and overnight parking.
Dudley Street Car Park (B5 4PJ)
Open daily, closes 23:30 (9:00 Sundays)
Rates:
≤2 hr: £4.00
≤4 hr: £6.60
≤6 hr: £10.30
≤12 hr: £16.00
≤24 hr: £20.00
Secure and marked, but pricier for long durations.
Kent Street Lot (B5 6QF)
Rates:
1 hr: £1.00
2 hr: £2.00
3 hr: £3.00
4 hr: £4.00
24 hr: £5.00
Excellent mid-range option with good per-hour pricing and full-day cap.
🅾️ Multi‑Storey NCP Car Parks Nearby
NCP High Street
Standard: 1 hr £1.95 → up to 6 hrs £11.70 → 6–24 hrs £16.95
App rates: 1 hr £0.95 → up to 6 hrs £5.70 → 6–24 hrs £14.95
NCP New Street / Gough Street
1 hr £1.95–£1.95, 6–24 hrs £14.95 (App early-bird £7.95–£9.95)
Secure, centrally located, and ideal for all-day parking if arriving early.
✅ Quick Comparison
Parking Option 1 hr 4 hr All-day Max Stay
On-street P&D £1.90 £5.80 — 4 hours only
Digbeth High St (Green Parking) — — £4.00 Till midnight
Kent St Lot £1.00 £4.00 £5.00 24 hours
Dudley St — £6.60 £20.00 till
NCP High St (App rate) £0.95 £3.80 £
