Life in Birmingham is pretty sweet, but it’s nice to get away every once in a while. Here, we share relaxing countryside excursions, brilliant day trips, and the best places to visit in the UK, plus some exciting international travel inspiration!
When planning a family getaway, combing the internet for tips can feel like an endless task mired with tourist traps. Asking a local is always the smartest way to suss out the best spots… but where can you find that aut...
Birmingham has a lot of great things to offer, but when it comes to beaches… not so much. Stuck in the middle of the country there aren’t many seaside towns super close to Birmingham, but that doesn’t mean Burmmies can’...
If you thought people stopped living in caves millennia ago, you might be surprised to learn about these quirky houses less than an hour from Birmingham. Kinver Edge in the Black Country is a large, red sandstone cliff...
The fourth and final season of HBO’s Succession is underway, following the trials and tribulations of the Roy family. Of course, fans of the show will know this is no ordinary family. Instead, they are the owners of a g...
The Peak District has to be one of the most beautiful areas to visit in England. Rural and picturesque villages are speckled around the stunning countryside. Set out from anywhere and you’re guaranteed to find a w...
Yes, there aren’t beaches around Birmingham. But just because the West Midlands is completely landlocked, doesn’t mean we haven’t got loads of options when it comes to days out. Being…...
After a bit of time off over the Christmas and New Year period, it’s inevitable that getting settled back into the swing of life can be, well, a bit of a slog. While others around you may seem raring to go at the...
Going on an international holiday is amazing and all, but the UK isn’t exactly a total prison, with gem-like locations to be found all around. Boasting varying landscapes and quaint little villages, our country is actua...
Why should I care about where to stay in Birmingham, we hear you ask, I already have somewhere to live. But what if you have family and friends visit? Or you just need to escape the squalor of your housemates for a week...
In 1996, the Concorde set the record time for a flight between London and New York City, at a rapid two hours 52 minutes, and 59 seconds. The final flight on the high-speed plane was on November 26, 2003, but three airl...