Birmingham Blog

A new pan-Asian restaurant and cocktail lounge joins the Arcadian late November adding glamorous vibes to the forever-growing Birmingham food scene.

Picture a bitterly cold, wintry December afternoon in inner city Birmingham: As the Christmas shoppers pull their coats a little tighter and commuters brace themselves against the brisk wind, the delightful Jewellery Quarter has received its first Christmas present - from Banksy himself. And what a spectacular Christmas present it is.

Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens Trust is celebrating its 35^th Anniversary in 2020 and will thank volunteers and the local community for their support as they look forward to the next 35 years and beyond.

In a UK first, two rescued Alaskan sea otters will become residents at the National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham’s new £multi-million marine rescue facility as part of a pioneering education and conservation project in partnership with the SEA LIFE Trust and Alaska Wildlife Rescue (AWR).

Brindleyplace is counting down the days to Christmas in style; with a range of FREE festive activities and entertainment set to delight visitors.

Who doesn’t love an Advent calendar? Opening the window every morning to reveal a festive chocolate or a little gift is an exciting way to build up to the Big Day.

Food fans assemble! The BBC Good Food Show Winter is making a welcome return to the NEC this week. Check out our five foodie spots to make the most out of the show.

'Tis the season to be jolly and support a Birmingham independent business. 

Whether you are looking for a truly special unique gift, locally sourced food or a Christmas party in one of Birmingham’s buzzing experiential bars, Independent is the way to go. 

Bringing a whole new meaning to winter spice, the latest show from Cuban dance sensation Carlos Acosta’s troupe – Acosta Danza – was a welcome cultural feast for a cold November evening. 

Ahhh Christmas, some say it is the most wonderful time of the year… some say it is the most stressful. However, us Brummies’ do not believe in Christmas being stressful, we believe in Christmas being a time to be selfish and relax. So, to make the most of your festive jaunt to Birmingham we highly recommend you STAY OVER!