The Electric Cinema in Birmingham is the oldest working cinema in the UK. Read more…
New Films 27th Jan 2023 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW The Fabelmans (12A) Paradoxically earning Oscar nominations for Best Film and Best Director… Read more »
Celebrity speakers and outdoor experts to lead talks at the Caravan, Camping and Motorhome Show
Household names Julia Bradbury, Paul Merton and Suki Webster, Aldo Kane and Hamza Yassin will lead talks at the February Show’s Inspiration Theatre The Caravan, Camping and… Read more »
ALL OUR MONEY – new comedy ponders where B’ham City Council’s £££ goes!
Each year Birmingham City Council spends £3bn of our money. But where does it all come from? And where does it all go? In 50 fascinating minutes,… Read more »
You can now buy the nation’s favourite takeaway – in burger form!
Plans with your burger-half this Valentine’s? The season of love is well underway, with the UK spending on average 1.4 billion pounds on Valentine’s cards alone each… Read more »
Cosy up around the fire this Valentine’s Day at The Manor House of Whittington
Cosy up around the fire this Valentine’s Day at The Manor House of Whittington and treat your special someone to a night to remember with a host… Read more »
Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana, brings relaxed dining to Oozells Street 6th February
The neighbourhood pizzeria, Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana, will bring its relaxed dining concept to the former Cielo venue on Oozells Street from Monday 6th February. Serving the perfect… Read more »
The Holy Palate Supper Club
The Holy Palate Supper Club23 & 24 February 2023, 7.30pmProduced by Kaye Winwood (Gulp) and Matt O’Callaghan (Mangia! Mangia!)£50 for an unforgettable edible adventure Are you ready… Read more »
Sarabeth Tucek (SBT) – heads to Birmingham 4th June 2023
Emerging from a decade-long hibernation, American singer-songwriter SARABETH TUCEK has announced an 18-date UK tour for May/June 2023. Sarabeth Tucek officially broke onto the music scene in… Read more »
Join Stirchley Open Cinema for the classic family crime drama – The Godfather
Stirchley Open Cinema (SOC) are going to make you an offer you can’t refuse! They are screening the classic family crime drama – The Godfather. Telling the… Read more »
ERIC BIBB Blues Legend Heads to Birmingham This May
Today, ERIC BIBB releases “500 Miles”, a brand new track from the celebrated Blues musician’s forthcoming album ‘Ridin’’ (out 24 March on Repute Records). Following the album’s release Bibb will… Read more »
Live Music & Nightlife Guide
Here’s our take on the coolest original live music and DJ nights in Birmingham this December, including the best Christmas and NYE parties for 2022. We search… Read more »
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0121 270 6352
10 St Mary's Row, Moseley, Birmingham B13 8JG, UK
Tue to Sat: 10am–6pm, Sunday: 11am–3pm, Mon: Closed
View More DetailsSeventh Circle – Artworks & Aesthetics are an Art Gallery and Picture Framers offering a complete package which includes Art Installation. Located on St. Read more…
Extrawurst, New Street, Birmingham B2 4BA
Mon-Sat: 7:30am to 10pm, Sun: 10:30am to 10pm
View More DetailsExtrawurst is the leading authentic German bratwurst brand founded in 1981 by Lothar Hagebaum and now run by his son, Kim Hagebaum. Read more…
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Jojolounge Bar & Restaurant, Newhall Street, Birmingham, UK
Thurs: 12 noon-late, Fri: 12 noon-late, Sat: 12 noon-late
View More DetailsJojolounge Bar & Restaurant is Birmingham’s newest and coolest venue, set in the heart of the central business district ideal for the business community and design conscious… Read more…
The Big Birmingham Bake 110 Floodgate Street Digbeth Birmingham B5 5SR
Thur: 4pm-11.00pm, Fri: 4pm-11pm, Sat: 12pm-11pm, Sun: 12pm-9pm
View More DetailsThe Big Birmingham Bake is Birmingham’s newest and funnest bar and experiential baking competition! Wether you are a pro-baker or a complete novice you can join in… Read more…
0800 088 6911
MeetspaceVR, (beneath) Utillita Arena, Saint Vincent Street, Birmingham, B1 2AA
View More DetailsMeetspaceVR (featuring Zero Latency Free Roma) is a video game entertainment centre that brings the best of breed virtual reality experiences under one roof. Read more…
48 Hours in Birmingham – Two Kids on the Bloc
Living in Worcester, it’s a pretty easy commute to Brum. I’ve lived in The Jewellery Quarter, the worst parts of Wolverhampton & West Bromwich, and was born… Read more »
The Best Art Galleries in Birmingham
As John Lennon once said, “Life doesn’t imitate art…it is art!” and this past two years life has been pretty tough, with a traumatising pandemic, a horrific… Read more »
A Night Out in The Independent Republic of Stirchley!
A recent invite to attend the Birmingham-based spirits brand BeauFort pop-up press night at Kong Bar was a perfect opportunity to catch up on the current bar… Read more »
Best New Bars, Restaurants & Cafes in Birmingham
We have searched high and low to bring you the best new bars, restauarants and cafes in Birmingham from 2022, as well as a few soon to… Read more »
Birmingham’s plant-based fine dining restaurant Land, has been included in 2023’s Michelin Guide
Land, the plant-based fine dining restaurant based in Birmingham, has been featured in the Michelin Guide for 2023. Run by co-owners and Head Chefs Adrian Luck and… Read more »
You can now buy the nation’s favourite takeaway – in burger form!
Plans with your burger-half this Valentine’s? The season of love is well underway, with the UK spending on average 1.4 billion pounds on Valentine’s cards alone each… Read more »
Cosy up around the fire this Valentine’s Day at The Manor House of Whittington
Cosy up around the fire this Valentine’s Day at The Manor House of Whittington and treat your special someone to a night to remember with a host… Read more »
Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana, brings relaxed dining to Oozells Street 6th February
The neighbourhood pizzeria, Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana, will bring its relaxed dining concept to the former Cielo venue on Oozells Street from Monday 6th February. Serving the perfect… Read more »
Dirty Bingo at The Actress & Bishop review by Ning-ning Li
I’d like to take a quick moment to shout out about my success of the night – I won the dildo race! Yes, I’m very proud, thank… Read more »
48 Hours in Birmingham – Two Kids on the Bloc
Living in Worcester, it’s a pretty easy commute to Brum. I’ve lived in The Jewellery Quarter, the worst parts of Wolverhampton & West Bromwich, and was born… Read more »
The Best Art Galleries in Birmingham
As John Lennon once said, “Life doesn’t imitate art…it is art!” and this past two years life has been pretty tough, with a traumatising pandemic, a horrific… Read more »
Dreamgirls at The Alex review by Mazzy Snape
Dreamgirls, thestage musical, a multi award winning production is currently in residence at The Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham until 31 December. You might be familiar with the… Read more »
A Night Out in The Independent Republic of Stirchley!
A recent invite to attend the Birmingham-based spirits brand BeauFort pop-up press night at Kong Bar was a perfect opportunity to catch up on the current bar… Read more »
Dishoom Christmas Menu review 2022
London’s trendy Indian staple Dishoom, exploded onto Birmingham’s food scene a hairs breadth before the Pandemic in 2020. Two years of rave reviews and consistently good media… Read more »
Saturday Night Fever at The Alex review by Mazzy Snape
Saturday Night Fever, thestage musical, is a homage to the 1977 Robert Stigwood film in which John Travolta stars in possibly his most career defining role. The… Read more »
The Shawshank Redemption at The Alex review by Wallis Brown
The Alexandra Theatre welcomed us in the from the cold, dreary weather of a Monday evening with their exemplary hospitality and the promise of talent and the… Read more »
Music News
Sarabeth Tucek (SBT) – heads to Birmingham 4th June 2023
Emerging from a decade-long hibernation, American singer-songwriter SARABETH TUCEK has announced an 18-date UK tour for May/June 2023. Sarabeth Tucek officially broke onto the music scene in… Read more »
ERIC BIBB Blues Legend Heads to Birmingham This May
Today, ERIC BIBB releases “500 Miles”, a brand new track from the celebrated Blues musician’s forthcoming album ‘Ridin’’ (out 24 March on Repute Records). Following the album’s release Bibb will… Read more »
Solar Eyes – March 10th – Naked Monkey on a Spaceship EP Party – Hare & Hounds
Psychedelic Indie rockers Solar Eyes are playing their home city on March 10th at The Hare & Hounds, Kings Heath. The Birmingham collective who have been making waves… Read more »
DAVID KITT – Announces BIRMINGHAM show this Spring
Genre-bending Irish musician and producer DAVID KITT has unveiled his new single “Wishing Well” and announced his ninth studio album ‘Idiot Check’, set for release on 31… Read more »
March, Rachel Baiman Americana Bluegrass from Nashville comes to Birmingham
Well versed in a variety of fiddle traditions including Old-Time, Bluegrass, Scottish and Canadian styles, Rachel Baiman is a versatile and dynamic musician. Rachel is a winner… Read more »
Community News
Join Stirchley Open Cinema for the classic family crime drama – The Godfather
Stirchley Open Cinema (SOC) are going to make you an offer you can’t refuse! They are screening the classic family crime drama – The Godfather. Telling the… Read more »
Dishoom reaches milestone after donating more than 15 million meals to children
Indian restaurant Dishoom has reached a milestone in its charity initiative after donating more than 15 million meals to children in schools across England, Scotland and India…. Read more »
Dirty Bingo at The Actress & Bishop review by Ning-ning Li
I’d like to take a quick moment to shout out about my success of the night – I won the dildo race! Yes, I’m very proud, thank… Read more »
Girls that Geek 2023 Getting young women into the arts, tech, and digital industries
An opportunity for young women from schoolyear 7 upwards to explore career opportunities in the arts, tech, and digital industries Special guest speakers from the tech and… Read more »