Bournville

Bournville is a village located in Birmingham, England. It is famous for being the home of the Cadbury confectionery company and for its distinctive garden suburb layout. The village was planned and built by the Cadbury family, who established their chocolate factory there in the late 19th century. George Cadbury wanted to create a healthy and pleasant environment for his workers, moving away from the overcrowded and unsanitary conditions common in industrial areas at the time.

The design of Bournville features wide, tree-lined avenues, open green spaces, and a variety of housing styles, many with gardens. This approach was considered progressive for its era and influenced subsequent housing developments. Key landmarks in Bournville include the Cadbury World visitor attraction, which details the history of chocolate making and the Cadbury company, and the historic Grade II listed village green. The Bournville Village Trust was established in 1900 to manage and maintain the village, ensuring its unique character is preserved. The trust continues to own and manage much of the housing and land within Bournville, upholding the original vision of a model village.