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.
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...
If you’ve ever been lucky enough to attend , you’ll know how bizarre things can get. Turning the British pastime on its head, the immersive bingo rave includes rave rounds, dance-offs and crowd karaoke. You can win anyt...
Disco lovers and dog owners unite! Birmingham’s only doggy disco is coming to The World Bar at Resorts World for the ultimate feel-good event. This off-lead social experience promises an event full of fun, furry frolics...
Oompah! Our favourite beer-focused holiday is almost upon us. Not that we need an excuse to drink copious large glasses of Bavarian beer, don lederhosen and tuck into a big ole' bratwurst. But the Oktoberfest celebratio...
Come this December, we expect the West Midlands to become a lot more bright and beautiful. Christmas lights will obviously fill our homes, streets and shops, but we never thought our skies would be receiving a glow-up....