Just like every awesome city, there are countless , but there are some experiences that stand out for being truly extra special. Small moments that capture the essence of the city in a simple, memorable way. As part...
It’s everyone’s dream to live in a chocolate box village, but what about the ‘Chocolate Village’ found right here in Birmingham? Bournville, the model village built by the Cadbury family, is famous for it...
Stop what you’re doing. I don’t care if you’re still at work, visiting family or in the library. There’s no excuse if you still haven’t seen it. ‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’ is now officially stream...
Flatpack has gone from a simple film night at the Rainbow pub to a city-spanning film festival that’s shown over 3,000 films to over 100,000 people in the span of 20 years. This spring (May 8 to 16), expe...
Do you feel the power of the Gladiators? Do you have the will and the skill? Do you have the speed, the strength, the heart to be a winner? It's not for beginners. Deep down in your soul, are you a...
It doesn’t feel like it yet, but soon this grey weather will pass, and the country will bloom with a kaleidoscope of vibrant, colourful flowers. Last year’s Tulleys Tulip Garden brought a breathtaking natural spectacle...
The Crown was built all the way back in 1881, but the Station Street venue is probably most famous for hosting the first gig of Birmingham icons, Black Sabbath—as well as performances from other local leg...
When the 18th-century manor, Lightwoods House, was threatened with demolition in 1902, the estate was saved by public subscription and turned into a park controlled by Birmingham City Council (although it...
Birmingham’s street food scene is massive. As is the city’s hunger for halal-friendly eateries. So why haven’t we seen the two cross over more? I’m sure you’ll find plenty of options between Saint Paul's...
Eid Mubarak! All eyes are on the sky today (Thursday, March 19), as the sighting of the new crescent moon will mark the end of Ramadan—the Islamic month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection and community...