Around The Web

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

CALL-OUT: Do you have a story about The River Avon? Stan’s Cafe want to hear it …

Midlands-based theatre company Stan’s Cafe are on the hunt for stories and memories of life along the banks of the River Avon for a new project. River… Read more »

AtticOmatic Bring Their Genre-Shifting Sound to The Victoria

Date: Thursday, 26th MarchVenue: The Victoria, BirminghamDoors: 7:30 pm Tickets: https://uncover.seetickets.com/event/atticomatic/the-victoria/3565308 The Victoria sets the stage for an evening of inventive, exploratory music as AtticOmatic headline on… Read more »

BCU expert on Netflix’s Warner Bros. bid withdrawal

Netflix’s reported decision to withdraw its proposal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery marks a “worrying development” for the global film industry, according to a film distribution and… Read more »

Celebrate Mother’s Day with Restaurant Bar & Grill

Restaurant Bar & Grill has unveiled its indulgent Mother’s Day menu, blending the comfort of a classic Sunday roast with refined global influences, the perfect way to celebrate… Read more »

Asha’s launches brand-new Indian street food concept at Society Birmingham

Independent food and drink destination, Society, is welcoming one of Birmingham’s most celebrated restaurants as Asha’s joins its line-up of traders next month – launching a brand… Read more »

PRESS RELEASE – Birmingham Rep announces a brand-new production of its acclaimed show The Snowman™

This festive family classic will fly into The Rep this autumn The stage show is based upon the iconic wordless picture book by Raymond Briggs and its… Read more »

New free art exhibition at The Core

NEW free art exhibition in The Courtyard Gallery at The Core in Solihull. Currently on display in The Courtyard Gallery at The Core until 14 March is an… Read more »

50 Years of Moments: NEC marks 50-year anniversary with new future-facing brand

The NEC Group is celebrating 50 years since its opening of the NEC by marking a new chapter in its evolution – bringing its venues and experiences… Read more »

20 years of MOSELEY FOLK FESTIVAL > do you remember your first Mo’Folk?

2026 officially marks the 20th Anniversary of Birmingham’s Moseley Folk and Arts Festival. In the run-up to the landmark event, which runs from Friday 4 to Sunday… Read more »

Bottomless Brunches for music lovers at The Night Owl!

Bottomless Brunches for music lovers at The Night Owl!

Do you know your Specials from your Beat, your George Michael from Boy George, your Four Tops from your Temptations? If you do and you also enjoy… Read more »

The Night Owl March Listings

It’s all going off at The Night Owl this March… this is the story! Monday 2nd March- Neighbourhd– 7:30PM – LATE Birmingham’s biggest and best jam night… Read more »

Films from Fri 27 Feb by Mike Davies

Films from Fri 27 Feb by Mike Davies

Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Scream 7 (18) Promised to be the franchise’s final entry, this was… Read more »

BCU invests £500k in new film & photography equipment

The funding will deliver significant upgrades to industry-standard equipment and refurbish the sets in two of the five studios in the University’s Parkside building, as BCU looks… Read more »

Moseley Record Fair: Spring 2026 Season

Moseley Record Fair Sunday 1 March 2026 Moseley All Services Club, 91 Church Road, Birmingham, B13 9EA Doors open at 12pm, ends at 4pm Cafe & DJs… Read more »

Flight Club is Giving Free Prosecco and Pink Gin to Mums this Mother’s Day

The Social Darts bar is giving away a free glass of fizz for all mums, and the first 300 mums through the doors will also snag a… Read more »

FEAR PR artists playing the UK in 2026

There’s a real mixture of talent performing throughout the UK & Ireland from this week through to May. From the best new British guitar bands (The Cases,… Read more »

Birmingham’s full line-up confirmed for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026

The full schedule for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 has been announced following the conclusion of the Qualifier in Nepal last month – with the… Read more »

24 STORIES LIMITED SPECIAL FOR BRITISH PIE WEEK

For British Pie Week (2nd – 8th March), The Evolv Collection is taking Britain’s most beloved comfort food to new heights, and 24 Stories will be serving an ingredient-led take on an… Read more »

CELEBRATE MOTHER’S DAY AT THE GRAND HOTEL BIRMINGHAM

This Mother’s Day (Sunday 15th March), The Grand Hotel Birmingham is providing the perfect setting for celebrations, whether guests are looking to indulge in a decadent afternoon… Read more »

How to Manage Risk When Trading Forex

Image by Csaba Nagy from Pixabay Forex trading is one of the most active financial markets in the world, with trillions of dollars exchanged daily. While the… Read more »

How Casino Games are Tested and Audited 

How Casino Games are Tested and Audited 

When people play casino games, especially online, they often assume the results are fair, but they may not know what lies behind the scenes to guarantee that… Read more »

Everyday Health Essentials Every Modern Man Should Know

Everyday Health Essentials Every Modern Man Should Know

As we navigate the landscape of 2026, the blueprint for men’s wellness has evolved far beyond simple gym routines. Today’s modern man is increasingly focused on a… Read more »

Vape vs. Pouches: The Honest Truth About Satisfaction, Cost, and Health in 2026

Vape vs. Pouches: The Honest Truth About Satisfaction, Cost, and Health in 2026

If you are trying to decide between vaping and pouches in 2026, the hardest part is sorting real-life experience from loud opinions. You may want something that… Read more »

B’HAM BACH CHOIR: Sacred Music (Mar 14, St Chad’s Bham) 

Entitled Sacred Music, the performance is presented in the run-up to Holy Week and is built around a trio of larger-scale works by three leading 16th century composers:… Read more »

Luci’s cake creations crowned twice as nice at national Asian wedding awards

– Asian wedding specialist Luci Campbell wins UK ‘Wedding Cake Designer of the Year’ at Britain’s Asian Wedding Awards for second time – The Juci Luci Cake… Read more »

Why Professionals Now Choose Birmingham Over Bigger Cities

Why Professionals Now Choose Birmingham Over Bigger Cities

Photo by Olga Lioncat As you walk through Birmingham on a weekday morning, you will see something different from what it used to be decades ago. You… Read more »

Home Furnishings Essentials for a Comfortable and Cosy Space

A cosy home is a space that feels warm, welcoming, and comfortable at any time of the day. The right furniture and thoughtful design choices help create… Read more »

A local man has rediscovered his zest for living through the physical and mental release of swimming – at Sandwell Aquatics Centre – and the community feel of the facility.

Martin Lyndop, age 72, recently lost his wife Carol, his soulmate of more than three decades, and suddenly life felt painfully quiet, motivation disappeared, days blurred into… Read more »

Former BBC presenter puts her voice to new project for young people

A former award-winning BBC radio presenter is combining her years of experience in broadcasting and teaching for her latest project to inspire young professionals of the future…. Read more »

Free Birmingham dining experience hosted by Lloyds and Six By Nico

Key Details: Lloyds has teamed up with award-winning restaurant group Six by Nico to unveil a UK-wide run of immersive dining experiences. With 59% of Gen Zs… Read more »

GULP in March – A Month of Curiosity and Creativity

GULP in March – A Month of Curiosity and Creativity

As GULP steps into March, the Birmingham-based sensory dining and creative hub is embracing curiosity, creativity, and connection. This March, the space comes alive with immersive dinners,… Read more »

Birmingham’s newest food hall opens in Digbeth, featuring 15 independent kitchens, social gaming zones and a cultural events programme

Birmingham’s newest food hall opens in Digbeth, featuring 15 independent kitchens, social gaming zones and a cultural events programme

Alfred Works, the new 17,500 sq. ft food hall from award winning hospitality group Blend Family, is now open at the historic Custard Factory in Digbeth. The… Read more »

Paranormal Activity heading to Birmingham this Halloween

Written by acclaimed playwright Levi Holloway and directed by Felix Barrett, visionary director behind Punchdrunk Based on the Paranormal Activity films, first written and directed by Oren Peli and… Read more »

THE OLD HOUSE AT HOME PUB IS BACK OPEN WITH A FRESH NEW LOOK AFTER INVESTMENT OF OVER £299,600

The Old House at Home is now open, boasting an investment of over £299,600, which has transformed the well-loved community pub to feature a host of exciting… Read more »

BANANARAMA JOIN THE CHARLATANS, EXAMPLE & MADNESS FOR LAKEFEST AUG 2026

CTS PERFORMING ACROSS THE WEEKEND, INCLUDE THE CHARLATANS, MADNESS, EXAMPLE SOUL II SOUL, SCOUTING FOR GIRLS, LIGHTENING SEEDS, BEZ, EAST 17, REEF, CHESNEY HAWKES, GENERAL LEVY, HARLEYMOON… Read more »

So… What’s the Aviator Game — and Why Is Everyone Talking About It?

So… What’s the Aviator Game — and Why Is Everyone Talking About It?

If you’ve been anywhere near online games lately, chances are you’ve heard someone mention Aviator. It’s one of those games that seems super simple at first —… Read more »

Chasing the Thrill of Flight: Why the Aviator Game Is So Addictive (and the Movies That Capture the Same Feeling)

Chasing the Thrill of Flight: Why the Aviator Game Is So Addictive (and the Movies That Capture the Same Feeling)

The Simple Joy of Taking Off There is something strangely alluring about the Aviator Game. On the surface, it is ridiculously easy – almost to the point… Read more »

How a Game Like Gates of Olympus Can Lead You to Greek Myths, Food, and Even Travel

How a Game Like Gates of Olympus Can Lead You to Greek Myths, Food, and Even Travel

Not all games are just a passing distraction. You play for a few minutes, have some fun, and then that’s it. But occasionally, a game will serve… Read more »

What is Responsible Gaming for online Casinos?

What is Responsible Gaming for online Casinos?

The rise of online casinos, gaming and betting sites where money is both lost and won, has led to a virtual wild west with regards to player… Read more »

Films from Fri 20 Feb by Mike Davies

Films from Fri 20 Feb by Mike Davies

Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK The Secret Agent (15) Laden with awards and nominations for Best Film… Read more »

Glenn Tipton of Judas Priest donates £250,000 through his charity to Imperial College London to help fund Parkinson’s Disease treatment

The heavy metal guitar legend Glenn Tipton was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in 2015 and has set up the charity THE GLENN TIPTON PARKINSON’S FOUNDATION – the funds to the charity… Read more »

How Cost-of-Living Pressures Are Changing the Way Brits Chase Online Deals

Photo by www.kaboompics.com It’s undeniable that ongoing cost-of-living pressures are reshaping consumer behaviour across the UK. Where previously some residents may not have been too concerned about… Read more »

From Rooftops to Rhythm: How Residential Solar Is Powering a Greener Birmingham

From Rooftops to Rhythm: How Residential Solar Is Powering a Greener Birmingham

Birmingham has always been a city that reinvents itself. From its industrial roots to its thriving food, arts, and nightlife scene, Brum knows how to blend heritage… Read more »

FOXO4-DRI: A Peptide Tool for Interrogating Senescence, Stress Signaling, and Cellular Fate Decisions

FOXO4-DRI: A Peptide Tool for Interrogating Senescence, Stress Signaling, and Cellular Fate Decisions

Within molecular biology, the FOXO family of transcription factors has long occupied a central conceptual space in discussions of stress response, longevity-associated pathways, metabolic coordination, and cellular… Read more »

Spring into some fun at The Fleur

The Fleur de Lys pub near Solihull is preparing to welcome in spring with a host of special activity days. The pub, in Lowsonford, is partnering with… Read more »

24 STORIES AND BIRMINGHAM ROYAL BALLET TEAM UP FOR SKY-HIGH PRE-SHOW DINING

This spring, 24 Stories and Birmingham Royal Ballet have collaborated on an exclusive dining experience to mark the arrival of Carlos Acosta’s exuberant production of Don Quixote at… Read more »

NEWHALL STREET TAVERN LAUNCHES MONTHLY CHARITY NIGHT FOR LOCAL CAUSES

Newhall Street Tavern has launched a brand-new monthly charity shuffleboard competition, bringing together friendly competition, great drinks and community spirit, all in aid of local charities.  Following… Read more »

Recipe for success – industry training helps new street food businesses prepare for UK debut

– 34 new businesses are receiving industry training as part of the Street Food Incubator Pilot, funded by West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker – Incubator participants and established… Read more »

Darren Styles returns to XOYO Birmingham – 18 April 2026

Darren Styles returns to XOYO Birmingham on Saturday, 18th April 2026, delivering a club show designed for peak-time euphoria, relentless energy, and unforgettable dancefloor moments. With over… Read more »

Special guests including James Haskell, Troy Deeney and Tim Henman added to Sue, Matt & Phil Live! – Iconic quiz trio reunite for April/May 2026 tour

Special guests have been added to Sue, Matt & Phil Live! The Reunion Tour – the show which sees Sue Barker, Matt Dawson, and Phil Tufnell reunite on stage,… Read more »