The Coffin Works in Birmingham

The Coffin Works highlights

While this museum shows off the factory details well enough, the story it tells goes a bit deeper. The Newman Brothers had an interesting story to tell, as theirs became the place to source coffin furniture if you wanted quality. In fact, their upmarket coffin furniture was used in the funerals of iconic figures like Churchill, Chamberlain, and several members of the royal family.

Within the museum, you can explore an additional narrative highlighting historically changing views on the concept of death. This bleak yet fascinating subject is reflected within the museum's vast collection showcasing differences in perspective based on socioeconomic influences.

Good to know when visiting The Coffin Works

The Coffin Works is notably accessible for people with disabilities. You'll find disability-friendly parking directly outside the front door along with ramps and a lift that allows disabled people to explore every single floor of this museum.

You'll find that getting to this museum is fairly easy. If you're at the Library of Birmingham or the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, a few minutes walk is all it takes to reach The Coffin Works. Alternately, you can get off at the train station on New Street. Parking is challenging, however; there is some on Fleet Street and at the nearby Paradise Circus Parking Garage, but none of it is free.