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.
Surrounded by a park landscaped by Capability Brown from 1751 and populated by a large deer herd roaming the magnificent woodland, St James' Church is a red brick building featuring four domes topped by finials. Althoug...
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas... Eagle-eyed visitors will surely have spotted hints of the return of festivities in Birmingham City Centre. The return of Frankfurt Christmas Market - the largest authentic...
Brummies have plenty of ways to row, row, row (or in most cases, cruise) their boat gently down . But never as merrily as with the eco-friendly, electric boat company in Birmingham. Taking off from the lively canalside...
Earlier this year, we were left stunned by our visit to Birmingham Cathedral. Not because we are particularly religious, but because Luxmuralis’ latest immersive light and sound show had left us speechless. If you don’t...
As much as we love summer in the UK, it can’t be denied that there is some kind of unbreakable affinity between British people and the time of year that is popularly known as ‘cosy season’. And what could feel more cosy...
Take yourself back to the year 2021, September to be exact, when a lot of us in the UK were twiddling our thumbs wondering what to watch on Netflix. (We can’t remember why.) Suddenly, you discover an unheard-of show abo...
Yes, you may be still lamenting your arrival home from a trip abroad this summer, but there actually are plenty of historic and, sometimes, beautiful landmarks to visit in this country; even if you have to brave the aut...
Got a birthday around the corner, but still not organised anything? Or have you got to plan someone else’s big day and you're stuck for ideas? Well, you’ve come to the right place. While coming up with birthday ideas ca...
I don’t think anybody is arguing about where the most interesting and creative quarter in Birmingham lies. is a hotbed of exciting bars, unique shops, brilliant street food and incredible artists. This , the district w...
There is no contest as to where the most famous fictional swamp in the world lies. It's just a long and annoying carriage ride from the land of far, far away. Only now, Shrek looks to be searching for a bigger swamp...