Looking for a day trip that weaves together theatre, history, and behind-the-scenes magic? Join Pip, Head of Costume Hire at the Royal Shakespeare Company, as he steps out from the wardrobe department to explore the rich creative landscape of Stratford-upon-Avon and beyond. For Pip, theatre isn’t…
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When it comes to the perfect blend of green space, creativity and indie food spots, Moseley and King’s Heath more than deliver. Just a few miles south of Birmingham city centre, these two neighbouring areas are packed with local character – and make for a brilliant day out. RJ and his family started…
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Tucked away just outside Birmingham’s city centre, Edgbaston is the kind of place that quietly shows off – leafy streets, grand old houses, and more hidden gems than you can tick off in a weekend. Here, you can wander through tropical glasshouses, ride a giant pedal swan, sip fine wine, and still…
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So you’ve landed in Birmingham – or maybe you’ve lived here for years but haven’t yet figured out the art of getting around with ease. Good news: Birmingham and the wider West Midlands make it ridiculously easy to explore sustainably, simply, and without spending half your trip stuck in traffic…
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There’s something quietly magical about Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter - the soft clink of metal on metal, the golden warmth of shopfronts lit from within, the legacy of thousands of hands shaping something precious from raw metal and stone. At the heart of it all is Victoria, a jeweller and…
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Take a short stroll down the winding, leafy paths of Edgbaston and you’ll find something quietly magical. Tucked behind wrought iron gates and Victorian glasshouses is a place where time slows, nature whispers, and passion for plants blooms daily: the iconic Birmingham Botanical Gardens. For Bethan…
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Looking to spend a day discovering Birmingham’s cultural side, with a mix of art, history, and hidden gems? Join Lavante and his siblings, Roshane and Sharnte, as they set out to explore the city’s creative and historical heart. From modern art to Victorian industry, their journey takes in some of…
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Looking for the perfect summer festival that blends big-name acts, family fun, and great vibes — all in one weekend? Godiva Festival 2025 is back and better than ever, running from 4–6 July in the stunning War Memorial Park in Coventry, West Midlands. This much-loved festival is an ideal weekend…
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There’s something irresistible about the smell of jerk on a summer breeze - smoky, sweet, spicy - that hits you in the gut, the heart, the memory. That’s the magic Adrian conjures up daily at the West Midlands Jerk Centre (WMJC), his street food venture rooted in love, legacy and the vibrant…
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From pioneering heavy metal to sparking a ska revival, from global chart-toppers to underground innovators, this part of the UK has produced artists and movements that shaped music as we know it. With this summer’s Super Weekend set to celebrate that legacy - from Black Sabbath’s legendary reunion…
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