Lea Hall

Lea Hall in Birmingham is a late-18th-century country house on Wood Lane in Handsworth Wood, in the north-west of the city. It is not the same place as the Lea Hall district in east Birmingham, which is known for its railway station. The two simply share a name. The house is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building.

What is Lea Hall?

The house dates from around 1790 and was built for the Muntz family. It was listed on 23 September 1981 under Historic England entry number 1076067. Grade II is the lowest of the three listing grades and covers buildings of special interest. It is also by far the most common grade in England.

What will you see?

The listing description gives a clear picture of the building:

• the main block is brick under a slate roof, three storeys high and two bays wide,
• the central door sits inside an Ionic porch,
• stucco bands mark the floor levels on the front,
• the windows have been replaced with modern casements,
• a wing to the left, possibly raised in height, is now two storeys and five bays long, with a blind arched window and some original windows.

A stable block to the west of the hall has its own separate listing.

Can you go inside?

Lea Hall is not a museum and has no regular public tours. The sources we used give no opening hours or entry rules. Treat it as an architectural stop and check how the building is used today and whether the grounds are accessible before you travel. Respect the privacy of the people who use the site and do not enter without permission.

How do you get there?

The house stands on Wood Lane in the B20 postcode area, roughly 5 to 6 km north-west of Birmingham city centre. City buses and car both serve the district. Navigate by the address Wood Lane, Handsworth Wood. Do not confuse it with Lea Hall station near Stechford and Kitts Green, which is in a different part of town.

Who is it for?

Fans of Georgian architecture and people ticking off Historic England listings. It combines well with a walk around Handsworth Wood or visits to other sights in north-west Birmingham. It works as an add-on to a route rather than a full-day destination.

Frequently asked questions

Which Lea Hall is this?

The one on Wood Lane in Handsworth Wood (B20), a Grade II listed house from around 1790. The Lea Hall area in east Birmingham is a separate place.

When was it built?

Around 1790, for the Muntz family.

Is it a listed building?

Yes. It has been Grade II listed since 23 September 1981, entry number 1076067.

Can I visit?

There is no information about regular public access. Check current availability before you go and do not enter the grounds without permission.