Dudley's History

Few places can offer such a wealth of history as Dudley - from meadieval town centres to the borough's internationally recognised geological heritage.

 

These pages will give you a brief glimpse of how Dudley Borough developed and the stories behind some of our well known sites. 

 

For further information about Dudley Borough or if you are tracing your family links Dudley Archives and Local History Service will be able to help in addition to any Library within the Borough.

 

The Borough Archaeologist and Geolgist based in Dudley also have substantial historical collections. For further information about the Borough's Geology, please contact Dudley Museum and Art Gallery as per the contact details below.

 

Should you require any further assistance, please contact the Tourism Development Team.