From a spark to a flame – Birmingham Phoenix unveils symbolic flaming torch
With just six weeks to go until Birmingham Phoenix return to Edgbaston Stadium for The Hundred, players Usman Tariq, Davina Perrin and Jordan Thompson joined Lead Partner… Read more »
Breaking barriers for homeless students: BCU and St Basils podcast
Birmingham City University (BCU) has teamed up with local charity St Basils for a powerful new podcast examining how universities can better support students who have experienced… Read more »
DISCO FEVER SET TO HIT THE UK AS THE JACKSONS ANNOUNCE A NOVEMBER TOUR!
Music legends The Jacksons are heading back to the UK this November for a very special run of headline shows, celebrating the timeless hits and extraordinary legacy… Read more »
Harborne’s First Neighbourhood Food Tour Launches to Champion Local Restaurants
As independent restaurants across the UK continue to face unprecedented economic pressures, a new Birmingham-based venture is calling on local people to rally behind their neighbourhood food… Read more »
Engineering Mind Meets Poetic Soul: A Journey that started in Zimbabwe Inspires a Literary Awakening
Author explores heritage through a powerful trilogy that explores identity in the diaspora and the human experience An emerging voice in British literature, Tawanda Bwerudza represents a new generation of voices… Read more »
ZIZZI OFFERS FREE MEALS TO ITALIANS DURING THE WORLD CUP
Italy may have missed out on qualification for the World Cup for the third tournament running, but Zizzi is turning its restaurants into the unofficial embassy for… Read more »
Momenti Con Papà: Toast To Dad This Father’s Day at Piccolino
This Father’s Day, Piccolino invites families to gather around the table to celebrate Momenti con Papà. Combining the warmth of Italian hospitality with the much-loved tradition of the British Sunday roast, Piccolino’s Father’s Day menu offers the perfect way to treat dad on his special day. Guests can also enjoy… Read more »
Olivier Award-winner Julie Hesmondhalgh to headline Birmingham’s Co-op Congress this Friday, 12 June
Julie Hesmondhalgh — Olivier Award-winning actor, campaigner, and star of Mr Bates v The Post Office, Happy Valley and Coronation Street, will headline Co-op Congress in Birmingham this Friday (12 June), fresh from her award-winning run… Read more »
Darcey Bussell on her time at Birmingham Royal Ballet and Frederick Ashton’s Birthday Offering
Former Prima Ballerina of The Royal Ballet and ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ judge Darcey Bussell reflects on the start of her career with BRB and on performing Birthday Offering,… Read more »
The Peroni Piazza Returns To Bullring For A Hot, Hot Summer
One of Birmingham’s favourite summer drinking spots is making a welcome return, as the popular Peroni Piazza reopens at St Martin’s Balcony for the season. Overlooking the… Read more »
Why Clients Prefer Personalized Treatments At A Medical Spa in Sacramento, CA
In the world of beauty and self-care, the demand for personalized treatments has surged, especially at medical spas. Clients today seek not only effective results but also… Read more »
Why Local Residents Trust the Best Medical Spa in Bonita Springs for Quality Care
In the heart of Bonita Springs, individuals seeking rejuvenation and self-care have found a trusted ally in their local medical spa. This reputable establishment has garnered the… Read more »
How Choosing Experienced Providers Enhances Botox Injections Marin County CA Results
For many individuals in Marin County, CA, seeking Botox treatments is a popular choice to achieve a rejuvenated appearance. However, the success of these treatments heavily depends… Read more »
NEW MENU AT COW & SOW WITH FARM-GROWN PRODUCE AND ENGLISH WAGYU
Cow & Sow is launching a new menu in time for summer featuring fresh, organic produce delivered straight from their Kitchen Farm and English Wagyu beef sourced… Read more »
CELEBRATE FATHER’S DAY WITH 24 STORIES
24 Stories is ready to celebrate Father’s Day, offering sophisticated dining in the sky or quality beers served in tankards in their downstairs bar, Stories Tavern Looking for the perfect… Read more »
ONE-NIGHT-ONLY SPEAKEASY CELEBRATION THIS FATHER’S DAY, DOWNSTAIRS AT THE GRAND
The Grand Hotel Birmingham is turning up the volume with an evening of live music entertainment, specially dedicated to all the father figures out there Looking for… Read more »
Birmingham Has Always Liked Its Art a Little Rough Around the Edges
Birmingham has never been a city that needed its creativity polished to a shine. That is not really the point here. The best of Brum has always… Read more »
Exploring Edinburgh: A Timeless UK City Guide for Culture, History, and Scenic Charm
As with many cities, Edinburgh is both big and small. It is a city of historic character, with its medieval streets, beautiful Georgian squares, and imposing skyline;… Read more »
Aston Villa Players Who Have Made an Impact at the World Cup
Aston Villa has a strong history when it comes to the World Cup, despite not having many representatives who went the full way and became champions. The… Read more »
EroPlay AI – Where Imagination Finds Its Voice in 2026
AI companion apps have exploded over the last two years, but most of them share the same weakness: you get a pretty face and a blank slate…. Read more »
Birmingham student wins prestigious Rotary Young Citizen Award 2026
A Birmingham student has earned a Rotary Young Citizen Award for her inspiring contribution to youth empowerment. Seventeen-year-old Renia Ganguly, from Edgbaston, has been recognised for her… Read more »
1000 Threads BCU’s open air fashion event is back
n the city of a thousand trades, Birmingham City University’s open air fashion event, 1000 Threads is back on Thursday 18 June. Free to attend, the annual… Read more »
Kings Heath Comedy Festival – proving good things come in threes
Kings Heath Comedy Festival is back for a third time – and this could be the best yet – with shows from national stars, local legends and… Read more »
Gig Preview: ACUA Bring Dream Drenched Psych Pop to The Victoria
Date: Thursday 16th July Venue: The Victoria, Birmingham Doors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/acua/the-victoria/3645077 A transportive night of psych pop haze, melodic indie shimmer and rising talent charm arrives at… Read more »
Planet Omar comes to Birmingham Rep
The world premiere production of Planet Omar, adapted by Asif Khan from Zanib Mian’s beloved children’s books, lands at Birmingham Rep from Thursday 18 – Sunday 21… Read more »
A Taste of Growing Up – Six by Nico’s New Childhood Menu Celebrates Britain’s Favourite Food Memories
Six by Nico is taking guests on a delicious trip down memory lane this summer with the launch of its latest six-course tasting menu, Childhood, available from this week until… Read more »
Films from Fri 5 June by Mike Davies
Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Masters Of The Universe (12A) Starting life as a Mattel toy figure… Read more »
Benefits Of Lambda Carrageenan Powder For Dairy And Beverage Products
Texture issues can quickly affect the quality and appeal of dairy and beverage products. Drinks such as protein shakes that separate over time or plant-based milks that… Read more »
How Can Businesses Avoid Compliance Risks With Proper Right To Work Checks?
Image Source When a company hires new workers, it should be growing, not encountering legal problems. However, many employers still overlook right-to-work checks. Some move too fast… Read more »
Birmingham Rep announces extension to SWEENEY TODD (plus a snippet of A Little Priest)
SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREETThe House, Birmingham RepSaturday 4 July – Saturday 15 August Box office: birmingham-rep.co.uk, 0121 236 4455 Press Night: Tuesday 14… Read more »
Best Botox Suppliers for UK Medical Aesthetic Clinics
Botulinum toxin remains one of the most frequently used prescription injectables in UK aesthetic medicine, forming the foundation of treatments for dynamic lines, facial balancing, and preventative… Read more »
Top 5 Business Travel Management Companies for Manufacturing and Engineering Sectors
In manufacturing and engineering, travel is rarely simple. Site visits, plant inspections, offshore projects, and international supplier meetings all demand precise coordination, often across challenging locations and… Read more »
How to Protect Your Edges While Wearing Wigs?
If you love wearing wigs but don’t want to compromise on the health of your edges than congrats, you have your priorities straight. Your edges are the… Read more »
Wig Options for Sensitive Scalp
A sensitive scalp can make wearing a wig a challenge because as soon as your scalp comes in contact with glue, it can trigger irritation. Since wearing… Read more »
Birmingham Women’s Hospital Charity launches new £1.5m MRI Appeal to support 1,300 women and babies every year
Birmingham Women’s Hospital Charity has launched a £1.5m fundraising appeal to bring a state-of-the-art MRI scanner to the hospital for the first time. Birmingham Women’s Hospital is… Read more »
New community radio station makes big waves on the airwaves with support of celebrity patron
A charity-led community radio station which launched in February is celebrating early success with two milestone announcements. In a new chapter, Vibe25 Radio, based in Hampton in… Read more »
Lucarelli Italian Restaurant Launches New Italian-Inspired Bottomless Brunch at The Mailbox
To kick off June, much-loved family run restaurant, Lucarelli, is putting the spritz into Summer. Birmingham diners can now enjoy a bottomless brunch experience, Italian style! With… Read more »
Best Things To Do This Week: Spectacular visual concert about space coming to Birmingham
‘Space Station Earth’ is a long-form musical work by Ilan Eshkeri, created in collaboration with the European Space Agency uniquely capturing ‘The Overview Effect’: the profound awe astronauts feel when viewing the Earthfrom orbit. Performed live on… Read more »
Why Aviator’s Simple Gameplay Beats Traditional Slots
Traditional slots have always been easy to recognise. Reels spin, symbols land, and the result appears on the screen. That familiar setup is a big reason slots… Read more »
Local drinks entrepreneur wins The World Drinks Awards
Congratulation Whistlers Storm Liqueur for winning World’s Best Tea Liqueur for the Assam Black at last night’s World Drinks Awards Whistlers Storm Liqueur were winners at The World Liqueur Awards… Read more »
BLACK BEACON SOUND – 10 YEARS TOUR 2pm – 5pm -THE DISKERY- SATURDAY 6TH JUNE 2026
Black Beacon Sound record label and shop stops off in Birmingham in conjunction with the imprint’s ‘10 Years Tour’, for a special matinee event in the basement… Read more »
The Desert Plaza Bring Expansive, Heart Heavy Alt Rock to The Sunflower Lounge
Date: Friday 3rd JulyVenue: The Sunflower Lounge, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/the-desert-plaza/the-sunflower-lounge/3628184 A night of modern alt rock, rising star energy and brooding Midlands atmosphere hits The Sunflower Lounge… Read more »
Countdown to MOSTLY JAZZ > Set times released + The Woods line-up
With just a few weeks to go, Birmingham’s Mostly Jazz Funk and Soul Festival (Friday 10 to Sunday 12 July 2026) has released the stage times for… Read more »
The Night Owl June Listings
Monday 1st June – Neighbourhd – 7:30PM – Late Birmingham’s Biggest and Best Open Jam Night Tuesday 2nd June – Digbeth Jazz/ Boogie Tuesday – 7:30PM –… Read more »
From Around Here – Creative Responses to the Culture and Community of Birmingham’s Southside
Opens: Friday 5 June 2026 Opening Times: Tuesday – Wednesday: 1pm – 4.30pmThursday – Sunday: 10am – 4.30pm A new showcase celebrating the creativity, culture, and communities of Birmingham’s Southside … Read more »
Conies poster to promote summer safety for children
Nationwide efforts to keep children safe from preventable accidents have been boosted by Birmingham-based child safety heroes The Conies. The charity has added its support for Child… Read more »
Riva Blu Shares Father’s Day Offerings With Free Limoncello Shot For All Dads
This Father’s Day, Riva Blu invites guests to celebrate the leading men in their lives with the indulgent taste of Southern Italy, offering diners two courses for just £22.95 from… Read more »
Pupils join forces with local Rotarians for eco-greenhouse project
Pupils at Deanery Primary School in Sutton Coldfield stepped up for sustainability in a joint project with local Rotarians. The youngsters collected over 1,300 plastic bottles to… Read more »
England players with over 100 international caps
(Stock ID: 1276171747) Across more than 150 years of international football, the Three Lions have fielded thousands of players, but only 10 have ever reached 100 caps… Read more »
Zellig & Alfred works to host Everything Digbeth market
Back for its 6th instalment, the popular market returns to Birmingham’s creative quarter, Digbeth. Unlock exclusive offers across Digbeth for one day only. Plus this year new… Read more »