Explore unusual things to do in Birmingham: we reveal the secret places to visit, quirky sights to see, cool neighbourhoods to try, and guides to making the most of Birmingham all year round. It’s your must-read guide to Birmingham, for visitors and locals alike.
Bored of heading to the same old clubs, bars and restaurants, week in and week out? Well, this absolutely bananas bingo rave might be the unforgettable weekend experience you’ve been waiting for! The award-winning Bongo...
Not a fan of creepy crawlies? Look away now! Leading conservation charity, Twycross Zoo, has officially opened its brand-new immersive habitat. Crawl inside Close Encounters – The World of Reptiles and Spiders and come...
Escape to the wilderness with a trip to Trentham Monkey Forest – a brilliant spot to mingle with endangered monkeys. Follow a mile-long woodland trail through the heart of Trentham Estate, which is also home to these , ...
So, the clocks went forward early this morning, and it's safe to say we were all counting down the days until we finally got that oh-so-precious extra hour of daylight. But the question is, what’s the best way to make u...
From the annual Midlands Comic Con to its countless retro gaming bars and board game cafes, there’s no hiding the fact that Birmingham is a city full of nerds. But there’s no better activity for Brummies to put their pu...
Everybody dreams of that perfect spot: tranquil, natural and private. Somewhere away from the hustle and bustle of Birmingham, but not too far away. Well, your dreams may have come true, as Midlands Open Water is as cl...
Birmingham Royal Ballet’s soloist Karla Doorbar has completed approximately half a million pirouettes in a glittering career, but even she’s dizzy after a visit to ’ brand-new ride. The Staffordshire has reopened for 2...
You've seen the city on , via bus, tram and train, but have you discovered it from the water? Very soon, you can explore the thanks to the return of the Grade II* listed building, Roundhouse's now-legendary kayak tours...
Candlelight's officially in its T Swift era. From Fearless to Midnights, this series of classical tributes is journeying through the superstar's discography inside The Birmingham Botanical Gardens this season. "Shake It...
Heartbroken. It’s a word we’ve heard a lot since news broke that this year’s St Patrick’s Day Parade was . Birmingham’s massive celebration of Irish culture only returned last year after a four-year hiatus, and, like th...