Around The Web

A general mixture of informative posts from around the web and some local to the West Midlands also.

BASS Festival is back for October 2019

BASS Festival is back for October 2019 and this year, we’re shining a spotlight on THE FUTURE. Now in its 13th year, BASS Festival has teamed up… Read more »

What to Watch out for When Using the Cloud

What to Watch out for When Using the Cloud

Most people who have been accessing the internet for at least several years are generally comfortable exploring, navigating, and going to new places. The majority of the… Read more »

7 benefits of a wood burning stove

7 benefits of a wood burning stove

1. Reduce your carbon footprint Around 20% of the UK’s greenhouse emissions are a result of domestic heating. Burning seasoned wood however is considered carbon neutral; this… Read more »

Finding A Way To Experience Birmingham’s Culture When Money Is Tight

Finding A Way To Experience Birmingham’s Culture When Money Is Tight

Britain’s second city hasn’t brought the exorbitant expenses of the capital with it – according to Birmingham Live, the city has the second cheapest cost of living in Britain…. Read more »

10 Best wedding venues in Birmingham

If you’re about to start planning your wedding, there’ll doubtless be one key element at the top of your mind – the venue. Beyond the wedding dress… Read more »

Fierce has announced the full programme for its 2019 festival

Fierce has announced the full programme for its 2019 festival

The UK’s leading biennial festival of live art, Fierce has announced the full programme for its 2019 festival, the second edition under Artistic Director Aaron Wright. From… Read more »

Home Town October 10 – 09 January 2020 at Galerie Mayci

David Warren was born and grew up in Birmingham and studied Graphic Design at Birmingham College of Art.  He subsequently worked as a graphic designer and illustrator…. Read more »

A First-Time Landlord: Essential Costs to Consider

A First-Time Landlord: Essential Costs to Consider

Becoming a landlord can be a smart financial decision. In addition to enjoying a regular sum each week or month that can pay off your mortgage, you… Read more »

Fun Ways to Make Your Event More Memorable

In today’s world, everything is about the experience. People want to go to events that are done well and offer a unique experience in some way.  If… Read more »

Canada’s Poor Nameless Boy to play the Kitchen Garden, Birmingham this November

Canada’s Poor Nameless Boy will play the Kitchen Garden, Birmingham on Sunday 10th November – hot off the back of releasing his latest EP Wake Up Call to UK audiences on Friday… Read more »

Digbeth First Friday 4th October 6pm until late

This October, get out and about, discover something new and enjoy the fantastic independent culture Digbeth has to offer – as part of Birmingham Weekender in Digbeth!… Read more »

West Midlands Photography Collective – Free Exhibition 13 Oct – 3 Nov

West Midlands Photography Collective – Free Exhibition 13 Oct – 3 Nov

The West Midlands Photography Collective (WMPC) is holding its first public exhibition, ‘Birmingham Now, Before Then’, a photographic celebration of Birmingham’s people and places.  The event will run in… Read more »

Pride and Prejudice (sort of) at Birmingham Repertory Theatre

Drawing on over two-hundred years of romantic pop history, the innovative theatre company Blood of the Young take on Jane Austen’s unrivalled literary classic. The highly acclaimed Pride… Read more »

Top Romantic Novels to Read in 2019

Sometimes reading a romantic book while your partner cuddles you can make for a fantastic night. However, since there are a ton of books available on the… Read more »

Exercise and Sleep: The Secret to Glowing Skin

Exercise and Sleep: The Secret to Glowing Skin

Do you want to have glowing skin and are looking for an inexpensive way that really works? Don’t fancy spending thousands of pounds on products and hours… Read more »

The Bare Bants Big Get Together

Bare Bants Yo! In light of the jokes we have in the Bare Bants and the community it has created we thought why not use this as… Read more »

Escape Live Opens its Peaky Blinders Escape Experiences

By order of the Peaky Blinders, Escape Live officially opened the doors to its two new escape rooms on Tuesday 24th September The two new Peaky Blinders… Read more »

Infinite Opera’s Halloween Besse at Digbrew

We are Infinite Opera, a non-profit opera company in Birmingham devoted to creating new operatic works which inspire new audiences to attend and enjoy opera. Our mission… Read more »

Early Years Music Project comes to Birmingham

Birmingham Forward Steps and a group of consortium partners has been awarded £149, 000 by Youth Music Charity to support music in the Early Years. Over the… Read more »

Performance at Marie Curie raises awareness of challenges accessing health & social care when supporting loved ones with terminal illnesses & life limiting conditions

An award-winning playwright will be raising awareness of the challenges supporting a family member with a terminal illness when he brings his performance to the Marie Curie… Read more »

Wine in the Outback: 6 Must-go Wine Regions in Australia

Wine in the Outback: 6 Must-go Wine Regions in Australia

When you think of Australia, the first things that come to mind are the kangaroos and koalas. These animals are the mascots of the country and are… Read more »

The Ramada Resort Park Hall Hotel cordially invites you all to its Wedding Fayre

The Ramada Resort Park Hall Hotel cordially invites you all to its Wedding Fayre

The stunning Ramada Resort Park Hall Hotel on Park Drive in Wolverhampton is hosting a Wedding Fayre on Sunday 29th September and free entry is from 11am to… Read more »

Best First Date Spots in Birmingham

First date venues say a lot about your first impression. Therefore, when selecting a site for your first date, choose a place where your personality will shine… Read more »

How to Provide the Best Care for Your Senior Pet this Winter

How to Provide the Best Care for Your Senior Pet this Winter

Pets are a joy and comfort at any age, but when we take care of them from infancy into their senior years we often have both a… Read more »

Best Healthy Eating Restaurants in Birmingham

Over the past few years, more and more healthy eating restaurants have popped up in and around Birmingham due to the increase in their popularity. Healthy eating… Read more »

Peaky Blinders in Birmingham – did they really exist?

With the hit TV show Peaky Blinders now in its fifth series, it is clear that the British public certainly haven’t lost their appetite for gangster dramas…. Read more »

Best Tips for Birmingham students to earn money online

Best Tips for Birmingham students to earn money online

Young students in Birmingham and across the world, always feel the need to get independent in lives as early as possible. Some even look for part-time jobs… Read more »

Common Hair Problems and How to Prevent Them

Common Hair Problems and How to Prevent Them

Hair comes in different styles, lengths, textures and colours. Similarly, hair problems are many. This includes frizzy, unmanageable and breaking hair. No matter the type of hair… Read more »

Top alternative sporting events to see in Birmingham

Top alternative sporting events to see in Birmingham

As the UK’s second largest city, Birmingham has a long and proud heritage. A diverse and modern city, it uses this rich tradition of excellence to move… Read more »

The Old Crown turns 651 years old!

After having to scrap our 650th birthday party we’re very excited to celebrate the old girls 651st. Join us as we celebrate all weekend with music, games… Read more »

Sunday Brunch at Hyatt Regency Birmingham

Sunday Brunch at Hyatt Regency Birmingham

A Sunday well spent is one with plenty of good food, friends and time to chill-out. The talented chefs at Aria, Hyatt Regency Birmingham’s signature restaurant, are… Read more »

Barber Shop Chronicles Birmingham Repertory Theatre Thu 26 – Sat 28 Sept

Following two sell-out runs in London and a world tour, the acclaimed Barber Shop Chronicles comes to Birmingham Repertory Theatre from 26 – 28 September. Written by Nigerian-born poet and playwright Inua… Read more »

Birmingham Heritage Week 12-22 September 2019

The start of a city-wide celebration of over 200 events showcasing Birmingham’s fascinating history, people and places is drawing closer, with one week to go until Birmingham… Read more »

Reasons to Consider Starting a Business in Birmingham

Reasons to Consider Starting a Business in Birmingham

Whether you are from Birmingham or simply looking to relocate to an area that’s profitable for start-ups and small businesses, it’s a great destination to choose if… Read more »

Treasure hunt across Birmingham to be held to raise funds for much-needed primary school in Rwanda

Treasure hunt across Birmingham to be held to raise funds for much-needed primary school in Rwanda

Property and construction consultancy Gleeds Birmingham is holding a treasure hunt with a twist this September – aiming to raise over £2,000 for UK-based charity Fields of… Read more »

Dealing cars in the UK’s second largest city: what you need to know to get started

Dealing cars in the UK’s second largest city: what you need to know to get started

Birmingham is a vibrant, multicultural city situated slap bang in the middle of the country. It caters to a wide range of people from various walks of… Read more »

Helly Hansen Summer Street Style

Clothes shopping in Brum can be a bit of a challenge these days if you are after something a bit different. With a severe lack of independent… Read more »

Couponing for Beginners

Birmingham is well known for its extensive retail centre The Bullring and Grand Central and the city’s thriving nightlife. One thing that it is not known for… Read more »

Why are These Number Plates Banned in the UK?

Why are These Number Plates Banned in the UK?

It isn’t hard to believe that the UK government would want to ban number plates because they’re considered offensive or inappropriate. The DVLA hosts a meeting twice… Read more »

Dine Like it’s 1989 at Cafe Rouge Bullring, Mailbox and Brindley Place this August Bank Holiday

Dine Like it’s 1989 at Cafe Rouge Bullring, Mailbox and Brindley Place this August Bank Holiday

Iconic French bistro, Café Rouge, has turned the big 3-0 this year. To celebrate, the restaurant will be rolling back the years and prices, inviting bank holiday… Read more »

Return to Nature festival

A free day out for the whole family, this exciting new micro-festival, situated in beautiful ancient woodland, will include an environmental arts trail of immersive installations, live… Read more »

56th Anniversary of Rolling Stones Birmingham Debut to be celebrated 15th September

56th Anniversary of Rolling Stones Birmingham Debut to be celebrated 15th September

Satisfaction is guaranteed for Rolling Stones fans Sunday 15 September at King’s Heath’s mini festival featuring over 5 hours of Rolling Stones music to celebrate the 56th… Read more »

TANDEM RESTAURANT MOVES OPENING DATE TO SEPTEMBER

Tandem, Leicester’s most anticipated restaurant by Cyrus Todiwala, has faced a project extension due to the premises being a Grade II listed building, located in the heart… Read more »

Felix Rabin – French Guitar Wonder returns to the UK this Autumn

Solid Entertainments is delighted to announce that Félix Rabin is revisiting our shores next month It’s great news for blues-rock fans, live music lovers and aspiring guitarists… Read more »

Alice Sebold’s Global Bestselling Book, The Lovely Bones Returns To The Stage

FRIDAY 6 – SATURDAY 21 SEPTEMBER 2019 The Lovely Bones, one of the bestselling novels of the 21st century, opens its UK tour at Birmingham Repertory Theatre… Read more »

Escape Live Announces Not One But Two Peaky Blinders Escape Experiences

Escape Live has revealed that not only is it bringing the world’s first official Peaky Blinders escape rooms to the UK, but it has now been announced… Read more »

Birmingham Repertory Theatre and Middle Child presents Rebel Music by Robin French 19 Sep 2019 – 05 Oct 19

It’s the sweltering hot summer of 1976. The country is in economic turmoil. The far right is on the march. Rock Against Racism puts white punk bands… Read more »

Breaking the Silence’s 12 week therapeutic and restoration programme to support children and young people

In January 2020 we are launching Breaking the Silence’s 12 week therapeutic and restoration programme that has been designed to support children and young people (aged 8-18 years) who… Read more »

The Indian Streatery Express Bullring and Grand Central

The Indian Streatery Express Bullring and Grand Central

August 2017 saw the launch of The Indian Streatery- a successful translation of a street food vendor to a restaurant concept bringing Indian street food and traditional… Read more »

Keeping Birmingham’s Sewers Free of Fat

Research by the Institute of Civil Engineers has found that over a third of people pour fats down the drain at least some of the time. Around 40%… Read more »