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100 Days of Creativity: City Curator Highlights, Week 4

Week three of 100 Days of Creativity was particularly exciting for me, and in week four you’ll get to see why… Over the last few months I’ve been supporting the development of Birmingham Creates: The Open, the city’s inaugural open art competition, and the results of the competition have now been…

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What’s on this June in Birmingham and the West Midlands

Birmingham and the West Midlands is buzzing with a diverse range of events this June, from exhilarating sports and incredible festivals to delightful foodie experiences and outstanding live performances. Here’s a guide to what’s happening and where you need to be! Vitality Blast T20 Cricket Date:…

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The Top 10 Hotels In Birmingham

1) The Grand Hotel Birmingham Housed in one of Birmingham's most iconic buildings on Colmore Row, The Grand Hotel Birmingham occupies a Grade II* listed building and is in walking distance of the city’s top attractions, shops, and dining spots. With 185 bedrooms and suites, a chic cocktail bar, New…

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13 must-visit restaurants and bars in Birmingham

1. Hockley Social Club Hockley Social Club is a vibrant hotspot featuring a rotation of top street food vendors, whose menus are always guaranteed to impress! Run by the talented team behind the famous Digbeth Dining Club, you’ll be able to try a huge range of food, from Asian-inspired cuisine and…

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100 Days of Creativity Week 2: City Curator Highlights

By Alex Nicholson-Evans, City Curator Are you ready for week 2 of 100 days of creativity? It’s half-term so I’ve included a couple of the family friendly options for the week ahead but once again there really is something for everyone. Let’s get into it, here’s what I’ve got my eye on from 27 May…

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