Join Bertz Associates to celebrate the opening of 'Discovering Lisel Haas', the first ever exhibition of Lisel Haas' works revealing the hidden archive of a woman who fled Nazi persecution and rebuilt her life, career and personal world in Birmingham. Lisel Haas was born in…
Be swept up in Birmingham Royal Ballet’s classic Swan Lake. Featuring spectacular ballet, a sensational orchestral score played by the Royal Ballet Sinfonia, captivating costumes, and a thrilling story bursting with jaw-dropping moments. Join the magic at Birmingham Hippodrome (23 September - 3…
Birmingham Open Studios returns this Autumn, for its 9th year. Covering more of the city than ever before! An art & crafts trail, featuring 161 artists, craftspeople and groups. Opening the doors to creative homes, studios, garages, and sheds. The trail also includes galleries, cafes, community…
This exhibition honours the legacy of Emmy Bridgwater, who called Solihull home in her final years. Bridgwater’s bold, uncanny visions shaped British surrealism and, in her spirit, 29 artists based in the West Midlands have created new work on the theme of ‘Surreal’. From collaged bird lands to…
Birmingham Heritage Week is set to return in September 2026, bringing another packed programme of heritage tours, walks and special events to venues across the city. The annual festival, widely regarded as one of the most popular history and heritage events in the Midlands, will run for 10 days…
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11-20 September 2026 There’s more to Birmingham’s heritage than the buildings you pass every day. This September, Birmingham Heritage Week opens the doors to some of the city’s lesser-known spaces, revealing stories, collections and places that are usually hidden from view…
The Best Sunday Roasts in the West Midlands
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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…
