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.
Feeling Christmassy yet? If not, this might get you in the mood. One of the best Christmas markets in Europe is back in Birmingham as of today (November 3). Frankfurt Christmas Market is the largest authentic German Chr...
Does it ever truly feel like Christmas until you’ve seen your favourite feel-good festive film? Christmas movies are what make the holidays for many. At our house it’s Home Alone. But Love Actually, Elf and It’s A...
We all have our favourite Disney film. Maybe yours is a cartoon from your childhood like The Jungle Book or Robin Hood; maybe it’s a stone-cold classic like Mary Poppins and Tron; or maybe you just love big, romping spa...
The most adorable hangout spot for dogs is returning to Birmingham, and it’s especially for dachshund puppies. Heading to The Lost & Found, is a pup-up cafe here to provide the perfect slobbery social for pooches to...
Things are about to get wild at West Midland Safari Park this winter. Well, wilder than usual. As the park sees the return of last year’s inaugural event, offering an “an after-dark illuminations experience...
When darkness falls, curtains are drawn and the moon is a glowing orb high in the onyx sky, fantastical beasts inspired by the wizarding world will emerge from the shadows in Arley Hall & Gardens in Cheshire, about...
The moon glowing just that little bit brighter every day and the goosebump-inducing chill in the air can only spell one thing; Halloween and this year Phantom Peak is bringing it to life in a big way. Starting this Octo...
Ah, Glastonbury. It’s a whole institution at this point, the kind of event that has people preparing weeks, months, even a year in advance. The kind of festival that has people saving up their cash and dipping int...
If you’re after an excuse to step away from the computer for a couple of hours, or looking at a wandering weekend city break, go no further than Birmingham. The beautiful city brims with a bustling, modern life an...
There’s no doubt about it that Digbeth is Birmingham’s cultural hub. It regularly attracts creative street artists, cool cocktail bars, hip-to-the-minute musicians and much more. That’s why there’s no better location fo...