Christmas is a brilliant time to spend a weekend in Birmingham. From the return of the famous…
Christmas is the perfect excuse to spend a day shopping, picking up gifts for friends and family…
Christmas is a time for getting creative, and what better way to spend a festive day out than making…
The next few months are a great time to spend a few days in Birmingham. As autumn settles in…
There’s something about a Sunday roast that makes the weekend feel complete. From a classic…
Christmas is a time for getting creative, and what better way to spend a festive day out than making something yourself? Whether it's designing a piece of jewellery, painting your own pottery or creating a Christmas wreath to hang on the door or making a personalised gift for someone special…
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Christmas is a brilliant time to spend a weekend in Birmingham. From the return of the famous Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market and festive activities to Christmas shopping, new restaurant openings and plenty of evening entertainment, there's lots to fill a couple of days. Whether you're…
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Christmas is the perfect excuse to spend a day shopping, picking up gifts for friends and family, and enjoying a few festive treats along the way. From big-name brands and designer stores to independent boutiques and Christmas markets, Birmingham has plenty of options for getting your Christmas…
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As the nights draw in, November brings plenty of opportunities to wrap up warm and enjoy a spectacular evening under the stars. From colourful fireworks and funfair rides to immersive drone shows, there are plenty of events taking place in Birmingham and the West Midlands this autumn. Whether you're…
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If you are exploring the city centre during Birmingham Tech Week (19–23 October), keep an eye out for a six-metre-tall, colourful horse on wheels landing right in the heart of town. Titled Faster Horse, this playful sculpture by artist Bruce Asbestos is a bold addition to the high street, serving as…
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Looking for things to do in Birmingham this October half term? From Halloween trails and witchcraft trials to ghost tours, live shows and themed nights out, there are plenty of ways to spend the school holidays, whether you're planning a family day out, catching up with friends or making a weekend…
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The next few months are a great time to spend a few days in Birmingham. As autumn settles in, there’s plenty to enjoy, from exhibitions and live performances to seasonal food and drink and opportunities to explore the region’s history and culture. With Black History Month events taking place in…
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I’m Birmingham born and bred, and I’ve spent some of my working life in music and the creative industries. So when I was asked to write something for Black History Month, I knew straight away it had to be about what Black communities in this region have given us: the music we hear, the stories we…
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The West Midlands has a long history, and not all of it is easy to tell. Behind grand castles, historic streets and beautiful buildings are stories of war, death, industry, imprisonment and unexplained happenings. From Victorian cemeteries and a former coffin-furniture factory to the ruins of a…
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There’s something about a Sunday roast that makes the weekend feel complete. From a classic plate piled high with roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings and gravy to Caribbean-inspired takes on the traditional Sunday lunch, Birmingham and Solihull have plenty of places to settle in for a proper roast…
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