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 »
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 »
Birmingham business demands answers as city Metro construction project misses deadline
Birmingham Irish community and music venue Nortons publishes open letter about disruption caused by Metro extension work on its doorstep ‘Enough is enough’ says owner as ‘construction… Read more »
The Core Theatre celebrates record year after reopening
The Core Theatre in Solihull is celebrating its busiest period on record after welcoming more than 60,000 visitors in its first 12 months since reopening. The theatre… Read more »
BIRMINGHAM JEWELLERY BIENNIAL TO LAUNCH IN MAY 2027
Birmingham will host a glittering, month-long festival in May 2027, celebrating over 250 years of jewellery making in the city, with exhibitions, activities and workshops featuring the… Read more »
Landmark West Midlands Night Time Economy report backed by WM Mayor calls for hospitality and NTE VAT Cuts and dedicated government minister
The Night Time Industries Association has welcomed the publication of the Mayor of the West Midlands Night Time Economy Commission Report as a landmark moment for nightlife,… Read more »
1000 Trades JQ Celebrates 10 Years of being open
Independent Birmingham bar and kitchen 1000 Trades is celebrating its 10th anniversary this summer with a special edition of its annual summer party, expanding across two venues… Read more »
Gracechurch Centre Announces Exciting New Events Programme to Reimagine Sutton Coldfield Town Centre
Gracechurch Centre is unveiling an exciting new programme of events and experiences as part of its wider vision to transform the centre into a vibrant community destination… Read more »
Conference Aston celebrates national top 50 venue ranking following a year of investment and growth
Conference Aston has secured a place in Venue Directory’s prestigious Top 50 UK Venues list for 2026, ranking 49th nationally among more than 30,000 venues listed across… Read more »
Wellbeing course expands into West Midlands corporate sector in support of Mental Health Awareness Week
Office workers across the West Midlands are set to benefit from a unique wellbeing and personal safety programme as local martial arts group Masamune Dojo expands its… Read more »
SPICE CLUB ROAD SHOW JOINS ALFRED WORKS AS LATEST FOOD PARTNER
Alfred Works is excited to announce the arrival of Spice Club Road Show, a bold Punjabi Street food concept, as its newest food partner, bringing authentic flavours… Read more »
LOCAL MAKERS SHAPE CULTURE AND COMMUNITY AT JEWELLERY QUARTER’S EXCITING NEW RENTAL NEIGHBOURHOOD
Reservations are now live for Makers Place, Birmingham’s most exciting new rental community, located in the heart of the city’s iconic Jewellery Quarter. With new homes and resident… Read more »
New Midlands food and culture venue set for summer after opening success
20,000 street food fans have passed through the doors of new Digbeth Dining Club (DDC) venue Dockworks Waterfront in first two months – 20,000 meals have been… Read more »
Next generation of British workers empowered through new Technical Excellence Colleges
Around 65,000 learners will now have access to training for high-demand jobs in Britain’s fastest-growing industries, as the government rolls out the next wave of Technical Excellence… Read more »
Birmingham design collaboration secures 12% sales increase for Harborne high street indepedent
Independent Harborne high street practice Brittain Opticians has seen a significant uplift in customer engagement following a creative window transformation delivered in collaboration with Birmingham-based design studio… Read more »
BLACKLOCK BIRMINGHAM BOOKINGS ARE LIVE!
Ahead of its official opening on Monday 20th April, Blacklock has announced that bookings are now live, following record-breaking demand for its soft launch, with all reservations… Read more »
280,000 workers to get a pay rise across the West Midlands as new wage rates take effect
280,000 hard-working people across West Midlands will see their pay increase from today [1 April 2026], as the Government raises the National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW) rates. … Read more »
Supersonic Festival Market Place Returns this April celebrating Independent Culture in Birmingham!
Supersonic Festival’s much-loved Market Place returns in 2026, taking over the Zellig Building in the heart of Digbeth on Saturday 25th April. Free and open to all,… Read more »
FIRST LOOK AT MAKERS PLACE: ONE OF BIRMINGHAM’S MOST ANTICIPATED NEW RENTAL COMMUNITIES
An exclusive preview of curated interiors and wellbeing amenities as regenerated Ludgate Hill site prepares to open A first look at Makers Place, one of Birmingham’s most… Read more »
All Bar One New Street Reopens Following Stunning Refurbishment & Expansion
All Bar One is set to reopen its New Street Station bar this March following a significant refurbishment and expansion, transforming the venue into a larger, design-led… Read more »
Local pub famous for its pies celebrates more recipes for success in national awards
A village pub near Hockley Heath is once again proving it has the recipe for success after scooping a string of awards for five of its pies…. Read more »
RUDY’S PIZZA NAPOLETANA SUTTON COLDFIELD ANNOUNCES OPENING DATE
Neighbourhood pizzeria Rudy’s has announced it will be opening its doors to guests in Sutton Coldfield from Saturday 21 March, with bookings now live From 21 March,… Read more »
BIG EVENT ATMOSPHERE TO ARRIVE AT THE GOLDEN HIND PUB IN KINGSTANDING FOLLOWING EXCITING REFURBISHMENT
Kingstanding’s Golden Hind is the next local Marston’s pub to undergo a major transformation, closing temporarily on 2nd March as it prepares to relaunch on 25th March… 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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
‘THE MOUNT BY GLYNN PURNELL’ IN HENLEY IN ARDEN TO CLOSE
The Mount by Glynn Purnell in Henley in Arden will close its doors following its final service on Sunday 15 March 2026. The pub first opened on… Read more »
MAJOR £347K INVESTMENT FOR STOURBRIDGE PUB
This transformation represents a significant investment of over £347,900, revitalising the well-loved community pub with exciting improvements. Upon reopening, Marston’s Two Door Pub, the Hadcroft, will feature… Read more »
Gateley renews STEAMhouse partnership to back Birmingham entrepreneurs
Professional services group Gateley has renewed its partnership with Birmingham City University (BCU) innovation centre STEAMhouse as it continues to champion the next generation of enterprise and… Read more »
ALFRED WORKS REVEALS LINE-UP OF FOOD PARTNERS
Digbeth is about to get even tastier! Alfred Works, the new food hall from award-winning hospitality group Blend Family, has today revealed the line-up of food partners… Read more »
BLACKLOCK BIRMINGHAM ANNOUNCES OPENING DATE
The much-loved chophouse brings Big Chops, Big Roasts and plenty of chop love to the heart of the city on 20 April 2026 Blacklock has confirmed it… Read more »
Opening date announced for ‘game-changing’ food and nightlife destination
– Dockworks Waterfront, an independent 7,000-sq ft canalside dining and event venue in Brierley Hill, Dudley, reveals opening date of Friday 27 February 2026 – Masterchef Professionals… Read more »
SUSHIDOG OPENS ITS DOORS IN BIRMINGHAM BULLRING
SushiDog, the bold and fully customisable sushi concept, has officially opened the doors to its first Midlands location at Birmingham Bullring. The new kiosk-style venue brings a… Read more »
Chancellor’s NTE business rates temporary cap ‘unfair’, ‘reckkless’, and ‘discriminatory’
“The Chancellor’s decision to throw a £300 million lifeline at pubs feels less like decisive leadership and more like a last-minute bandage on a bleeding sector. “While… Read more »
The new independent restaurant Vieni is set to open in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter
Vieni, meaning “come in” will open at The Goodsyard on Pitsford Street, on Saturday 7 February, becoming the first hospitality venue to welcome guests into the landmark new development. Bookings… Read more »
RUDY’S ANNOUNCES NEW SUTTON COLDFIELD SITE OPENING IN MARCH 2026
To mark its arrival, Rudy’s will be giving away 3,000 pizzas to those who sign up via the website or a QR code on the pizzeria’s hoardings… Read more »
BCU partners with SMEs to make Birmingham greener
Birmingham City University (BCU) is joining forces with small businesses across the West Midlands to help tackle some of the region’s biggest environmental challenges – from cleaner… Read more »
MAJOR £299K INVESTMENT FOR WALSALL PUB
The Old House at Home will close its doors on 19th January and will reopen on 11th February with a brand-new look This transformation represents a significant… Read more »
Beauty therapist celebrates triple award success in just two months
A local beautician is celebrating scooping three prestigious industry awards within two months. Paola Spiga’s Glam & Glow Beauty Lab, in Hockley Heath has won as one… Read more »
Neko Health – the preventative healthcare technology company will open a health centre in Birmingham this year
Preventative healthcare technology company, Neko Health, is set to open its fifth global health centre in Birmingham this year. Co-founded by Hjalmar Nilsonne and Daniel Ek (founder… Read more »
Deathrow Pizza is coming to Stirchley – teaming up with Attic Brew Co. at Stirchley Tap Room
Birmingham’s no-rules pizza outfit Deathrow Pizza is expanding – and heading to South Birmingham. This spring, Deathrow Pizza launches its second site inside Attic Brew Co.’s Stirchley… Read more »
ALFRED WORKS BY BLEND FAMILY ANNOUNCES FIRST WAVE OF FOOD PARTNERS
All three food partners are making their Birmingham debut, including Fuego 1987, home of the viral Birria Ramen Alfred Works, the new food hall from award winning hospitality group, Blend Family,… Read more »
WOLVERHAMPTON PUB REOPENS FOLLOWING £383K INVESTMENT
Wolverhampton’s Merry Boys Inn re-opened on 10th December. It is the next local Marston’s pub to be relaunched under new sports concept, Grandstand, with new market-leading big… Read more »
Trillium opens in Birmingham
A vibrant new dining destination, complete with a constantly evolving menu and a striking outdoor terrace, opened its doors, Wednesday 10 December. Trillium, the latest venture from… Read more »
New funding for SMEs in the West Midland
A groundbreaking project to develop new music-making technology for people with complex disabilities is one of 35 from across the West Midlands to win key funding from… Read more »
SUSHIDOG IS OPENING ITS DOORS IN BIRMINGHAM THIS JANUARY
SushiDog officially opens at Bullring, Birmingham on Saturday 31 January 2026, bringing its bold, fresh, fully customisable sushi to the Midlands for the very first time. And… Read more »
New South Korean research fellows to accelerate smart city development at BCU
Three Early Career Researchers (ECR) from South Korea are joining Birmingham City University (BCU) to help drive next-generation urban innovation. They will work with BCU academics on a… Read more »
Kennedy’s Opening Weekend and First Look
Kennedy’s, Moseley’s newest neighbourhood pub, has officially opened its doors — and the community turned out in full force to celebrate its launch last weekend. The venue… Read more »