About Willenhall in West Midlands

Willenhall is a town in the Metropolitan Borough of Walsall, in the West Midlands of England. Historically part of Staffordshire, Willenhall is situated 8 miles northwest of Birmingham and 6 miles east of Wolverhampton.

Willenhall's history dates back to the 13th century, when it was a small village known for its coal and iron mining. The town's population grew rapidly during the Industrial Revolution, when Willenhall became a major centre for the manufacture of locks and other iron products. Today, Willenhall is a bustling town with a variety of shops and businesses, as well as a number of historic buildings and monuments.