Our Heritage
Favoured by medical clinicians for many decades
Our Historical Roots
In the 19th century, the renowned Birmingham architect Thomas Henry Mansell (1833-1911) and his wife, Selina Mottram Mansell – the daughter of Seymour Mottram of Lapal House, Halesowen – raised their family at 38 Harborne Road. Their sons, Edward and Thomas, established an architectural practice in Temple Row, Birmingham, while their daughter, Anna Maria Mansell, married Dr. Samuel Philip Alexander. (Information & Photo provided by Dr Denis Alexander, Great Grandson.)
In the Last Century
During the 1950s, the esteemed ophthalmologist and pioneering eye surgeon Michael Roper-Hall (1923-2024) occupied the premises. Serving as Consultant at the Birmingham and Midland Eye Hospital from 1957 to 1988, he became a world leader and innovator in microsurgery.
Michael Roper-Hall, an Honorary Fellow of the Ophthalmology College, reached the remarkable age of 100, passing away in May 2024. He was affectionately regarded as “a legend of British, particularly Birmingham, Ophthalmology” and was honoured with the establishment of the Roper-Hall Eye Foundation, a Birmingham-based eye health charity.
Today
In June 2014, the historical legacy and future direction of 38 Harborne Road were secured when psychotherapist Linda McBride, Managing Director, formed Consulting Rooms 38 Limited, with a vision to develop No. 38 into a facility on the level of a ‘Harley Street’ for medical and health professionals.
The prestige that 38 enjoys today is rooted in our core values and ethical practices. The foundation of their approach places emphasis on organic development over profit-driven. They prioritise collaborative, positive working relationships, ensuring that all visitors experience a warm and welcoming environment.
Local travel & how to find us
One mile from City Centre, the area is well connected via major road links, M5, M6, M42, Rail, Tram & Buses
Car
Parking available on site accessed via Highfield Road.
Pay & Display parking available nearby.
On-road parking Highfield Road and Harborne Road.
Motorways & major approach roads M6, M5, Spaghetti Junction.
We recommend using the following links to navigate to the Clinic as postcodes are not accurate:
Sat. Nav. Postcode B15 3EB
Clinic entrance on Harborne Road
Car park entrance on Highfield Road
Rail
Grand Central Station New Street) - Tram stop at rear of station
Birmingham Snow Hill station
Five Ways Edgbaston station
Bus
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Local buses within walking distance:
Numbers: 1, 126, 23, 24, X10, 10, 822, 9, 12, 12A, 13, 13A and XB.
Taxis
TOA Taxis, Black Cabs 0121 427 8888
Uber www.uber.com
Nearby Accommodation
The High Field Town House 0121 647 6466
Birmingham Marriott Hotel 0121 452 1144
The Plough & Harrow 0121 454 4111
Park Regis Birmingham 0121 369 5555
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