1612

First Plough and Harrow coaching inn built on the Hagley Road. The present building dates from the Victorian era.

1745

Chapman’s windmill built on Holloway Head

1758

John Perrott builds Perrott’s Folly off Waterworks Road. The 96ft high octagonal tower was used by Perrott for entertaining friends and viewing the countryside.

1792

Local Attorney Thomas Lee dies. Lee had offices on Newhall Street and lived out at lived out at what is now Five Ways. Lee Crescent and Lee bank were both named after Thomas Lee.