Birmingham’s Roundhouse, a significant heritage site, has announced the immediate suspension of its city and canal tours due to escalating operational costs.

The announcement was made via a Facebook post on Wednesday, informing customers that all tours were cancelled and pre-booked tours would be fully refunded. The organization apologized for any inconvenience.

Currently, only the on-site restaurant remains open, according to the charity’s website. The Grade II* listed horseshoe-shaped building on Sheepcote Street is closed to the public while the organization conducts a review of its leisure activities.

A spokesperson explained that while the guided walks, kayak tours, and boat trips had been popular, unforeseen cost increases had created significant financial challenges. They clarified that other sections of the building, used as office space and leased to local businesses, including the Ristorante Café Arena, remain unaffected and continue operating normally.

Roundhouse Birmingham, an independent charity and heritage enterprise, manages and utilizes the building for its tour and activity programs. Established through a partnership between the Canal & River Trust and the National Trust, the charity aims to ensure the Roundhouse’s sustainable future.

Originally constructed in the 19th century as stables and storage, the building underwent a restoration process completed in 2013. According to the Canal & River Trust, the structure, designed by Birmingham architect W.H. Ward in 1874, was part of a large-scale city improvement project commissioned by the Public Works Department.

The BBC has reached out to the Canal & River Trust for further comment.

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Birmingham’s Roundhouse, a significant heritage site, has announced the sudden suspension of its city and canal tours, citing escalating operational costs as a key factor.

The announcement was made via a Facebook post on Wednesday, informing customers of the cancellation and promising refunds for pre-booked tours. The charity expressed its apologies for any inconvenience caused.

The Roundhouse’s website currently indicates closure of the main site, with only the restaurant remaining open under its regular schedule. A spokesperson clarified that all tours and activities are temporarily paused pending a comprehensive review of leisure operations.

The spokesperson attributed the closure to rising operational expenses beyond their control, creating financial challenges. They emphasized that other sections of the building, used for office space and leased to local businesses, including the Ristorante Café Arena, remain unaffected and open as usual.

Roundhouse Birmingham, an independent charity and heritage enterprise, manages the Grade II*-listed horseshoe-shaped building on Sheepcote Street, utilizing it as a base for its tours and activities. Established through a partnership between the Canal & River Trust and the National Trust, the charity aimed to secure a sustainable future for the Roundhouse.

Originally constructed in the 19th century as stables and stores, the building underwent a restoration process completed in 2013. According to the Canal & River Trust, the structure, designed by Birmingham architect W.H. Ward in 1874, was part of a large-scale city improvement project.

The BBC has contacted the Canal & River Trust for further comment.

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Higher prices for some items were offset by declines in other areas, such as petrol, airfares and clothing.

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Birmingham’s Roundhouse, a significant heritage site, has announced the immediate suspension of its city and canal tours, citing escalating operational costs as a primary factor.

The announcement was made via a Facebook post on Wednesday, informing customers of the cancellation and promising refunds for pre-booked tours. The charity expressed its apologies for any inconvenience caused.

According to the charity’s website, the Grade II* listed horseshoe-shaped building on Sheepcote Street is temporarily closed to the public, with only the restaurant remaining open under its normal operating hours.

A spokesperson clarified that all tours and activities are presently paused pending a comprehensive review of leisure operations. They acknowledged the popularity of the guided walks, kayak tours, and boat trips but emphasized that uncontrollable cost increases have created significant financial challenges.

The spokesperson further noted that other sections of the building, utilized as office space and leased to local businesses, remain unaffected and will continue operations as usual, including the Ristorante Café Arena.

Roundhouse Birmingham is a heritage enterprise and independent charity responsible for the building’s upkeep and the operation of its tours and activities. It was established through a collaborative effort between the Canal & River Trust and the National Trust, aiming to secure a sustainable future for the Roundhouse.

Originally constructed in the 19th century as stables and storage facilities, the building underwent a restoration process completed in 2013. The Canal & River Trust confirms the structure was initially designed and built in 1874 by Birmingham architect W.H. Ward for the Public Works Department, as part of a major city improvement scheme.

The BBC has reached out to the Canal & River Trust for further comment.

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A charity that helps parents with young babies says it is itself “massively feeling the pinch”.

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Higher prices for some items were offset by declines in other areas, such as petrol, airfares and clothing.

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