The Peaky Blinders: between reality and myth.

We are standing in front of the impressive mural created by Jon Jones, depicting the Shelby family. This mural, located here, next to New Street station, is a symbol of how the series has transformed the image of Birmingham around the world.

Throughout our journey, we will discover not only the story of the real Peaky Blinders, a criminal gang that operated in Birmingham at the end of the 19th century, but also how the series has used iconic locations in the city to build its universe.

We will walk through the Picadilly Gallery, a place that combines contemporary art and tradition, reflecting the mix of past and present that characterizes both Birmingham and the series.

Next we will walk along the historic Edmund Street, where the Victorian architecture transports us to the industrial era that was the scene of the rise of gangs like the Peaky Blinders.

The World Wars Memorial opens the door to Birmingham's iconic canals, used by the fictional and real Peaky Blinders for their smuggling and shady dealings.

Today, we'll be walking through history and myth, between the real places where the band originated and the scenes that made the Shelby family famous. So, without further ado, let's begin our journey in the order of the Peaky Blinders!