Welcome to Birmingham: Bears Women sign Nat, Millie and Amu
Bears Women have made three exciting new additions to their squad as the team’s preparations for a new era in women’s cricket gathers pace. Wicketkeeper batter Nat… Read more »
WellBe Link Launch Free Mental Health Training in Birmingham
Founder of WellBe Link, Joanna Buckland, is dedicated to making mental health training accessible to all. Specialising in workplace mental health and wellbeing solutions that drive social… Read more »
Christmas Magic comes to Bournville Garden Centre
The best time of the year is nearly here, and Bournville Garden Centre is excited to announce its new Christmas store opening on 12th October! The best… Read more »
Help Wylde Green Rotary Club Clear Out To Help Out
Local Rotarians are renewing their appeal for donations of household items as a result of growing pressure on charities being squeezed by the cost-of-living crisis and council… Read more »
ONE WEEK till Birmingham Comedy Festival!
It’s now just one short week until the excellent BIRMINGHAM COMEDY FESTIVAL returns! Running from Friday 4 to Sunday 13 October 2024, the UK’s second longest running comedy/arts festival boasts over… Read more »
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH Her mum’s battle inspires beautician to offer free pampering to cancer patients
A beautician is offering cancer patients free pampering sessions as part of a new initiative being launched in October – Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Paola Spiga, of… Read more »
Moseley Folk Festival 2024 Review by Ollie LLoyd
I always love the way that as Mostly Jazz Festival comes to an end, you don’t have to wait long to be back in Mosely Park to… Read more »
The Vamps Frontman Bradley Simpson Named as Charity Ambassador
Acclaimed singer, songwriter and The Vamps front man, Bradley Simpson, has been named as Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity’s newest ambassador. As a proud Brummie, Bradley has been… Read more »
Sampad Arts Shirley Park takeover this Saturday!
This Saturday 21 September, get ready for an amazing showcase of South Asian culture as Sampad Arts bring an eclectic blend of dance, music and fun workshops… Read more »
Finalists Announced For This Year’s Be Inclusive Hospitality Spotlight Awards
Be Inclusive Hospitality (BIH), has announced the finalists for its 3rd BIH Spotlight Awards, which will recognise the exceptional talent of Black, Asian, and ethnic minorities working… Read more »
Community work by football supporter group recognised with national award nomination
– Blues 4 All, who work with Birmingham City FC and the South Asian community to break down barriers, have made the Asian Football Awards shortlist –… Read more »
Start Up Loans announces first ever Gen Z Ambassador
Blake Bentley from Great Barr near Birmingham becomes an inspiration for young people wanting to start up or grow an early-stage business Blake Bentley, founder of Scran… Read more »
Workplace wellbeing guide launched by UK’s leading hospitality charity, Hospitality Action
UK’s leading hospitality charity Hospitality Action has launched a comprehensive new guide, “Next Steps: What the industry can do to improve wellbeing in hospitality”. Developed in partnership with the… Read more »
Be inspired by well-known local journalist and author at speaking event
Girl power takes centre stage at a fundraising event featuring a renowned TV journalist, broadcaster who hails from Solihull. A familiar face on local and national screens,… Read more »
NSPCC event and press release: Birmingham Comfortable Conversations
Muslim families across Birmingham can sign up to a new series of workshops offering advice and support on how to discuss challenging subjects with their children. The… Read more »
Celebrities support 22nd charity ball organised by two-times cancer survivor
Familiar faces will be among the fundraisers supporting the much-anticipated annual Pink Ball at Nailcote Hall Hotel Golf & Country Club in Berkswell next month. Actor Christopher… Read more »
Paperback Theatre and Little but LIVE! in Moseley Park 21-22 September
Little but LIVE! in Moseley Park returns for its fifth edition for a celebration of creativity, community and the very best that Birmingham’s artists have to offer…. Read more »
Ikon Gallery exhibition explores the meaning of friendship | 2 Oct – 23 Feb 2025
As part of its 60th anniversary year, from 2 October – 23 February 2025, Birmingham’s Ikon Gallery in partnership with macLYON presents Friends in Love and War – L’Éloge… Read more »
LOVEBRUM STIRS UP SUPPORT WITH CURRY KING EVENT
Birmingham charity, LoveBrum, is hosting its flagship event, the Curry King of Birmingham, next month in collaboration with Mahirs Experience and is promising an evening of naan-stop… Read more »
The Black Country Cowboy plucked from obscurity now reaching international audiences at the age of 80
– Singer-songwriter Pete Boddis, from the English Midlands, is the star of an internationally acclaimed film despite never having achieved commercial success until his eighth decade –… Read more »
Birmingham has what may be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to invest in its independent live music ecosystem
“New data released this week by LIVE, the federation representing Britain’s live music industry, has revealed that concerts and festivals across the country contributed a record £6.1billion to the UK’s… Read more »
Bears Women and Men to play in aligned competitions
Bears Women and Men will play alongside each other in fully aligned national T20 and 50-over competitions next season. The England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has… Read more »
Grand Heritage Week
The splendid Grand Hotel on Church Street, Birmingham, is serving up a taste of history this month, at an afternoon tea event to celebrate the city’s Heritage… Read more »
The Active Wellbeing Society has rebranded
The Active Wellbeing Society (TAWS), a community benefit society and cooperative, is excited to announce it has rebranded to mark the next step in its evolution. This… Read more »
Rolling Stones Now and Then in King’s Heath
Rolling Stones Fans are being invited to Spend The Night Together on Saturday 5 October to commemorate the 61st Anniversary of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll band… Read more »
New immersive show explores Queer Motherhood
Mobilise Arts will premiere a new immersive show, The Queer Motherhood Project, at Midlands Arts Centre (MAC) on 19 and 20 September. Created from the real-life stories… Read more »
Autumn entertainment in The Studio at The Core Theatre, Solihull
The Studio at The Core Theatre in Solihull plays host to a variety of exciting and entertaining shows this Autumn, with something to suit all tastes! On… Read more »
UK street food pioneer marks birthday with two day food and music party
– Digbeth Dining Club celebrates its 12th anniversary with a September street closure event at Hockley Social Club base – 10 traders, including businesses that have gone… Read more »
Moseley Record Fair: Autumn 2024 Season
Moseley Record Fair Sunday 8 September 2024 Moseley All Services Club, Birmingham, B13 9EA Doors open at 12pm, ends at 4pm Cafe & DJs Free entrance http://moseleyrecordfair.com/… Read more »
Shout – New team, new programme, new future
New team, new programme, new futureReframed and reimagined Shout continues to celebrate the best of queer culture in the Midlands Shout welcomes a new team and plans… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – September 2024!
Here’s our take on the coolest original live music nights in Birmingham this September 2024. We search high and low to bring to you the best original and eclectic music Brum has… Read more »
Kathy Brown Diva & Guests Early Bird Tickets
Hey People!!! Get Your ‘Singles’ now at the Cheaper price of £12.50 +booking fee for singularly purchased Tickets, goes up slightly after Midnight, but with other concessions,… Read more »
New music FFO: Tom Misch & FS&HG
SPEAK! is a new collaborative project by Birmingham based songwriter and producer Jake Parsons. It’s a product of a childhood growing up on Stevie Wonder, Jackie Wilson… Read more »
NTE Ambassador statement in response to reports on Government proposals to extend smoking ban
“The prospect of a further layer of regulation and enforcement for the UK’s hospitality and night time industries – coupled with the potential business closures and job… Read more »
Lidl Mudder is back! Children’s obstacle course in aid of the NSPCC returns for 2024
Families in the West Midlands are invited to sign up for this year’s Lidl Mudder challenge, which takes place at Ragley Hall in Alcester, Warwickshire, on Saturday… Read more »
FINALISTS & PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE ACTS ANNOUNCED FOR JUST NAACH! THE GRAND THEATRE’S SOUTH ASIAN DANCE COMPETITION
Finalists have been announced for the return of Wolverhampton Grand Theatre’s South Asian dance competition, JUST NAACH, which will be held on Sunday 15 September at 5pm. … Read more »
Kathy Brown & Guests… Raising Funds for Macmillan Cancer Support 22nd September 2024!
Raising Funds for Macmillan Cancer Support, KATHY BROWN DIVA & Guests Birmingham 22.09.24 Just a gentle reminder as one of the sponsors, that in 4 weeks Online… Read more »
ONE WEEK TILL MOSELEY FOLK: Belle & Seb’, Dexys, Levellers + more
It’s just one week until Birmingham’s Moseley Folk and Arts Festival (Friday 30 August to Sunday 1 September 2024). Headlining this year are Levellers, Irish Americans Flogging Molly and troubadour Beans… Read more »
Birmingham charity leader among inspirational speakers at inaugural Raise Up Conference
“This conference aims to provide attendees with inspiration, hope, and practical insights through the personal experiences of our speakers.”– Soroptimist President, Catherine Williamson. A celebrated charity CEO… Read more »
Spencer’s 1,032km Olympic effort in memory of late mum
A Solihull financier is set for ‘Olympic success’ after pledging to complete 20 triathlons in 50 days, as a tribute to his late mum. Spencer Costley is… Read more »
Jinxy’s ‘A Decade in Digbeth’ Exhibition Launches This August
The exhibition ‘A Decade in Digbeth’ launches at Digbeth Art Space in Zellig on 23rd August, showcasing over ten years’ worth of art from the legendary local… Read more »
UK venue leads the way for diverse cultural programming in ‘challenging market’
– Birmingham’s Hockley Social Club doubles down on commitment to presenting accessible and diverse live arts and music with Autumn 2024 programme – Birmingham Royal Ballet, City… Read more »
Supersonic Festival approaching 30th August to 1st September, Digbeth, Birmingham
JUST OVER ONE MONTH TO GO UNTIL SUPERSONIC FESTIVAL 2024!30TH AUG – 1ST SEPT – WEEKEND AND DAY TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAYDame Area | Gazelle Twin |… Read more »
Rotary ‘steps’ up shoe collection campaign in Solihull
Solihull Rotarians are appealing for donations as they step up their support for a national campaign close to their hearts. The Rotary Club is looking to collect… Read more »
new courses at The Core, Solihull starting in September
Choose from a range of new classes and courses for all ages at The Core in Solihull, starting from September Professional journalist Wersha Bharadwa leads the ten-week Creative… Read more »
The UK’s Biggest Summer Celebration Of Irish Music And Culture
Páirc Festival, the UK’s premier celebration of Irish music and culture, is thrilled to announce its return to the New Irish Centre in Kings Heath on 24th… Read more »
Birmingham bank holiday must-attend events
August Bank Holiday is nearly upon us and there’s plenty to sink your teeth into across the Second City! From an Irish Festival in Kings Heath to… Read more »
Suds Fest 2024 with Attic Brew Co
Suds Fest 2024, the most anticipated craft beer festival in the West Midlands, is set to take place on September 7th at the Uffculme Centre in Moseley…. Read more »
New pilot programme from Girl Grind UK is as easy as ABC
Girl Grind UK CIC are piloting a new programme titled Art Break Challenge (ABC) this August. ABC is presented in collaboration with the Duke of Edinburgh and… Read more »
Don’t miss out on The Hundred at Edgbaston
The Hundred is back at Edgbaston for an incredible summer of sport! After a sell-out first home fixture, which saw Birmingham Phoenix’s women’s team defeat Southampton’s Southern… Read more »