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SOLIHULL’S BELEZA RODIZIO BOOKINGS ARE NOW LIVE

Beleza Rodizio, which will receive a 1.25 million investment, has opened reservations for its new Solihull restaurant, located on the ground floor of Touchwood. Guests can book now… Read more »

BOM secures future for Immersive Arts in Digbeth

BOM secures future for Immersive Arts in Digbeth

BOM (Birmingham Open Media) is thrilled to announce the purchase of 120 – 122 Great Barr Street in Digbeth Birmingham for its future, permanent home. BOM has… Read more »

Rock DJ and mental health nurse opens record store in West Midlands

www.slowcenturyrecords.com |  www.instagram.com/slow_century_records After two decades supporting others as a mental health nurse and community leader – and with a parallel career in the Midlands rock and metal scene… Read more »

Anchors away! Historic Birmingham gem reopens its doors following restoration

– The Anchor Digbeth, which has its origins dating back to 1797, relaunches to the public after a painstaking £100,000 renovation – The Grade II listed public… Read more »

Glynn Purnell and Phil Innes reveal opening date for their new Birmingham restaurant, Trillium

Glynn Purnell and Phil Innes reveal opening date for their new Birmingham restaurant, Trillium

A lively, dynamic new restaurant featuring a constantly evolving menu and a striking terrace will open on 10 December. Trillium, the newest venture from celebrated chef Glynn… Read more »

BMusic Welcomes European Concert Hall Organisation Directors to Birmingham

Between Tuesday 4 and Friday 7 November, B:Music will proudly host the European Concert Hall Organisation (ECHO) Director’s meeting, led by B:Music Chief Executive Nick Reed. Concert… Read more »

Best of the West Midlands Celebrated at the Birmingham Tech Week Awards

Inspiring individuals and innovative businesses in the West Midlands were showcased at the recent Birmingham Tech Week Awards 2025. Hosted by TechWM, the awards ceremony formed a… Read more »

Birmingham’s Smallest Sandwich Shop Opens Inside Iconic Red Phonebox

A brand-new sandwich shop serving fresh, handmade sandwiches, opens its doors next week in Birmingham city centre.  Housed in an iconic British red Phonebox on Temple Row,… Read more »

Seventh Circle Art Gallery & Framers opens in Digbeth

Seventh Circle Art Gallery & Framers opens in Digbeth

After three successful years in Moseley Village, gallery co-founders Marie and Chez have announced their imminent expansion into a bigger, bolder space in Digbeth. This move marks… Read more »

Why Local Brands Are Turning to Video Content in 2025

Walk down any Birmingham high street and you’ll notice something. Shops aren’t just selling products anymore. They’re telling stories. And they’re doing it through video. It’s everywhere…. Read more »

SHC DIGITAL BRINGS THE AWARDS BACK TO BIRMINGHAM

Birmingham-based performance marketing agency, SHC Digital, has picked up a prestigious national award and two highly recommended awards at the recent Social Day Social Media Marketing Awards in… Read more »

Regional Investment Summit delivers almost £800m boost to West Midlands, creating hundreds of jobs

Hundreds of jobs in the West Midlands are set to be created after almost £800m of investment was announced at today’s Regional Investment Summit, cementing the West… Read more »

New pilot programme launches to find next generation of street food stars

– The Street Food Startup Incubator, backed by Mayor of the West Midlands’ Street Markets Catapult fund, will discover and train future food traders – Up to… Read more »

SUSHIDOG IS COMING TO BIRMINGHAM

SUSHIDOG IS COMING TO BIRMINGHAM

Sushi lovers assemble! SushiDog is rolling into Bullring Birmingham, January 2026, bringing its famous customisable grab-and-go sushi to the Midlands for the very first time. Known for its… Read more »

CrossCountry customers advised of significant disruption due to planned industrial action

CrossCountry customers are being warned of significant travel disruption due to planned industrial action by the RMT union on Saturday 18 October. The strike will see RMT… Read more »

BCU ‘speed-dating’ connects Global Majority researchers with career opportunities

Birmingham City University (BCU) is using a speed-dating style networking format to break down barriers and build career pathways for Postgraduate Researchers (PGRs) from Global Majority backgrounds… Read more »

ORELLE TO BECOME 24 STORIES

From 24th October, Birmingham’s popular skyline restaurant, Orelle, will be rebranded as 24 Stories.  Perched on the 24th floor of 103 Colmore Row, the highest restaurant in the Midlands,… Read more »

Inspirational Birmingham speakers among those at returning event designed to Raise Up women

West Midlands police chief, Kim Madill and musician and advocate Javina Greene, were among the inspirational speakers at an event which celebrated triumph over adversity. Chief Superintendent… Read more »

Paola in the running for Small Business Award

A local beauty therapist is celebrating being named a finalist in a national business awards. Paola Spiga’s Glam & Glow Beauty Lab in Hockley Heath, is in… Read more »

PIZZA PILGRIMS CONFIRMS OPENING DATE FOR ITS FIRST BIRMINGHAM PIZZERIA

Pizza Pilgrims is set to make its entrance into the West Midlands with the opening of its very first Birmingham pizzeria, bringing Neapolitan flavour and joy to… Read more »

BELEZA RODIZIO IS COMING TO SOLIHULL

Beleza Rodizio is bringing its unique and authentic Brazilian dining experience to Solihull, opening on Friday, 21st November 2025. The restaurant, which represents an investment of 1.25 million from… Read more »

Digbeth Dining Club to open new Midlands food and culture space

– Dockworks Waterfront, an independent 7,000-sq ft canalside dining and event venue, will open in Brierley Hill, Dudley in early 2026 – The new venture from UK… Read more »

Train operator reveals top advice for women looking for railway careers

Railway staff members have spoken about their advice to women applying for roles in the industry on the latest edition of West Midlands Railway’s (WMR) “On the… Read more »

Birmingham’s leading residential events venue Conference Aston appoints new Head of Operations

Birmingham’s leading residential events venue, Conference Aston, has appointed a new Head of Operations, with over 20 years of experience in the hospitality sector.  In his new… Read more »

SH Partnerships Launches to Deliver Community-Focused Homes Across the Midlands

Drawing on decades of housebuilding excellence, SH Partnerships launches with a people-first approach to delivering homes and places across the Midlands and beyond that truly reflect the… Read more »

CULT FAVOURITE INDIAN CAFÉ RACER MOVES TO BIGGER SITE TO CATER FOR DEMAND

Bookings at the new restaurant, that started at the back of a pub during lockdown, are now live Bookings are officially open for the brand-new home of Indian… Read more »

Birmingham’s new creative hub has landed: B1 Studios at Alpha Tower

Award-winning Brummie agency opens state-of-the-art content studios in Alpha Tower – already attracting brands like Costa Coffee Birmingham’s booming creative sector has a new home. Tribera, the award-winning… Read more »

Faster, smoother journeys in the West Midlands thanks to Government-funded road

Faster, smoother journeys in the West Midlands thanks to Government-funded road

Millions of drivers across the West Midlands will benefit from easier journeys and better access to jobs thanks to a Government-funded road, confirmed by the Future of Roads… Read more »

CrossCountry passengers advised of significant disruption over the August Bank Holiday

CrossCountry passengers are being warned of significant disruption to its services due to industrial action by the RMT union on Saturday 23 and Monday 25 August. The… Read more »

SOCIETY BRINGS BITE-SIZE PREVIEW OF ITS DAY TO NIGHT OFFERING TO TEMPLE ROW TELEPHONE BOX IN 12-HOUR TAKEOVER

Brummies have three slots to grab a freebie from The Coffee Bar Collective, Shokupan and GlassHouse Brewery on 21st August Roll up, Roll Up, Brummies! This Thursday… Read more »

AvantGlamp Launches Luxury Glamping Pods at NEC Birmingham

AvantGlamp, the innovative luxury glamping brand, is set to open its brand-new site at the NEC Birmingham on 14th August with booking available now.  Located in a… Read more »

SIX BY NICO “SIX BY YOU” CROWDFUND INITIATIVE GOES LIVE

Six by Nico, the pioneering immersive dining brand, has officially launched Six by You – a bold new crowdfund initiative inviting its most loyal customers and potential… Read more »

Local Gem, Temper and Brown Celebrates First Year in the Heart of the Jewellery Quarter

Owner Roifield Brown is celebrating 12 months at the helm of historic Jewellery Quarter pub, Temper & Brown and has thanked customers for their support with a… Read more »

Birmingham Brand Kanzen Skincare Celebrates Groundbreaking Launch With Glamorous City Event

On Friday, Birmingham played host to a sparkling celebration as guests from across the UK gathered to mark the launch of a world-first in skincare innovation: the… Read more »

Railway expert reveals six money-saving tips for families this summer

The latest travel insights show that on average, families in England spent £217 per person per trip last year. * With rising costs remaining a key concern… Read more »

Nicholson’s Pub Collection reopens The Old Contemptibles following a major refurbishment

Nicholson’s Pubs Collections is proud to announce the reopening of The Old Contemptibles, an iconic Birmingham city Centre pub located in the Colmore business district, next to… Read more »

From Table to Equity-Six by Nico Opens the Door for Their Community & Future Investors to Shape What Comes Next

Chef Nico Simeone’s experiential dining brand, Six by Nico, is embarking on a new chapter after eight years, fifteen cities, and hundreds of themed menus. The brand,… Read more »

Statement on government licensing policy revamp and reduction of ‘tax burden’ for hospitality and leisure

Lyle Bignon, NTE Ambassador for Birmingham (NTIA), said: “We are pleased the government has finally heeded calls for action on hospitality and the Night Time Economy (NTE)…. Read more »

EV chargepoints in the West Midlands grow by 39% in a year

EV chargepoints in the West Midlands grow by 39% in a year

Electric car drivers and those looking to make the switch in the West Midlands can get around with the that a chargepoint will be close by, as… Read more »

Historic trade deal with India to deliver £190 million boost to the West Midlands

Businesses and workers in the West Midlands are set to benefit from the UK’s trade deal with India more than any other region in the UK, as… Read more »

Local policing boss among inspirational speakers at returning event that promises to Raise Up women

Local policing boss among inspirational speakers at returning event that promises to Raise Up women A West Midlands Chief Superintendent is among the speakers who will be… Read more »

West Midlands Distillery Celebrates Sell-Out Launch of Its First Single Malt Whisky

West Midlands Distillery is celebrating a major coup, as its first-ever single malt whisky release has officially sold out directly from the distillery within days of launch…. Read more »

Future of historic city pub secured 

The Anchor Digbeth, a landmark Victorian pub in Birmingham’s Irish Quarter, will reopen mid-to-late August 2025 under a new operator – after 2.5 months closure The Grade… Read more »

THE BUTTON FACTORY TURNS 9 

Join the Jewellery Quarter favourite on Saturday 26th July for free beer, throwback drink prices, live Bandeoke, DJs, fire pit tacos and more This July, The Button… Read more »

Cylla Birmingham Officially Opens Its Doors in Bruntwood SciTech’s Cornwall Building

Cylla Birmingham Officially Opens Its Doors in Bruntwood SciTech’s Cornwall Building

Cylla, the brand new restaurant designed to invoke the beauty and elegance of the Greek Islands will officially open its doors on 14th July 2025. Offering a… Read more »

M54–M6 Link Road given the green light to boost growth across the Midlands

M54–M6 Link Road given the green light to boost growth across the Midlands

Drivers across the Midlands are set to see faster journeys and better links to key economic hubs, as the M54-M6 Link Road has been given the green… Read more »

Perro – neighbourhood Mexican-inspired restaurant now open!

Perro, the much-anticipated neighbourhood restaurant and bar from chef Matt Wilden, will officially open on Thursday 3 July 2025; bookings are now live. Located in Kings Court, Kings Heath Perro will… Read more »

Sherbet Donkey Celebrates 4 Years: From Startup to the UK’s Fastest Growing SEO Agency

Meet the Bromsgrove team changing the SEO game. Sherbet Donkey, the bold digital marketing agency headquartered in Worcestershire, is marking its 4th anniversary, celebrating a journey that’s… Read more »

UK seeks views on further trade protections for steel

UK seeks views on further trade protections for steel

Steel producers, consumers, and unions will shape the UK’s future trade approach for steel, as Ministers seek robust long-term protections for the industry. Safeguard measures are put… Read more »

£15 return tickets to London and Liverpool with London Northwestern Railway’s summer sale

London Northwestern Railway launched its summer sale today (Tuesday 24 June), offering off-peak day return tickets to London and Liverpool from as little as £15.  From now… Read more »