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Over a thousand Minifigures have been removed from a display in LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Birmingham showing the stark reality of self isolation and Covid-19.

Eager patrons are invited to help Dishoom prepare for the opening by attending their soft launch, which will run from Saturday 21st to Tuesday 31st March 2020 ahead of their official open date on 1st April 2020.

The smell of freshly baked goods will be welcoming visitors to Sarehole Mill, following the launch of its new modern-day bakery and the restoration of the site’s Victorian bakehouse. It has been nearly 150 years since the original bakehouse was in action at this famous historic property, but the site will now, once again, bake for the people of Birmingham.

Britain’s ‘second city’ is its own world, with unique customs. Get to know the unspoken lay of the land.

Returning comedy heroes, flying reindeer with a Star Wars connection and a contemporary twist for a reassuringly traditional pantomime – the sublime panto at the Birmingham Hippodrome this year is Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

New year...new openings. From restaurants to hotels, 2020 will welcome even more fabulous destinations, adding to Birmingham’s ever-growing leisure and tourism offering.

Ahhh Christmas – a time for celebrating, over indulging and partying; but it’s not all roses, let us not forget, it can also be a period of turmoil and stress for those on the hunt for the ideal gift!

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.