Birmingham's Best Places to Visit in 2026
Discover Birmingham's dynamic cultural scene for 2026. Explore historic canals, Michelin-starred dining, the Jewellery Quarter, and world-class art. Plan your visit today.
Discover Birmingham's dynamic cultural scene for 2026. Explore historic canals, Michelin-starred dining, the Jewellery Quarter, and world-class art. Plan your visit today.
New data reveals a stark regional divide in UK EV charger availability, making the switch to electric cars 'impossible' for many. Experts demand a national strategy to end the inequality.
Plan your theatre year with our guide to major musicals, concerts and family shows coming to Birmingham in 2026, including Les Misérables and Mamma Mia!
Plan your perfect New Year's Eve in Birmingham with our guide to six major ticketed events, from themed balls to massive festival-style parties. Find venues, music, and prices for 2025.
Discover 11 fantastic winter dog walks in Birmingham, featuring parks, hills, and woodlands perfect for family outings. Find your new favourite spot today!
The story of Birmingham's Golden Eagle pub, a legendary rock and disco venue stripped by patrons in 1984, now a car park. A new student block plan was recently refused. Discover the history.
Step back to 1997 Birmingham. See the city's tribute to Diana, iconic concerts from Ozzy to Oasis, and sporting triumphs. Explore 24 archive photos showing a world before smartphones.
Experience magical candlelight concerts at St Paul's Church in Birmingham this festive season. Discover performances of Christmas classics, Vivaldi, and The Wizard of Oz. Book tickets now.
Discover the 10 best new restaurants set to open in and around Birmingham in 2026, from high-end Greek cuisine to a London sushi favourite. Plan your culinary adventures now.
Oscar winner Brenda Fricker, the 'Pigeon Lady' from Home Alone 2, speaks out on Hollywood ageism, her declining health at 80, and coping with Christmas alone. Read her powerful, heartbreaking story.
A life-changing £35 million EuroMillions jackpot is on offer in the draw on Tuesday, December 23. Discover how to play and check your numbers for this epic festive windfall.
Birmingham Hospice is opening a new community cafe, Hive In The Park, in the historic Rookery House in Erdington in early 2026. The 'warm and welcoming' space will offer cheap food and drink. Read more and find out how to volunteer.
Escape Birmingham's festive bustle at the Library's Secret Garden. Find panoramic city views, greenery & quiet on the 7th floor. Your peaceful urban retreat awaits.
Discover the 16 most desirable streets in Birmingham for 2026, as chosen by local readers and writers. Find your perfect neighbourhood in Brum.
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 winner Karen Carney reveals her most pressing worry after lifting the Glitterball trophy is a festive chore many will recognise. Discover her plans for life after the show.
A stark postcode lottery means UK state pensioners could receive £140,000 less based on where they live. New analysis reveals huge disparities in lifetime pension value. Discover the shocking figures.
Former England footballer Karen Carney OBE has lifted the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 glitterball. Discover the champion's private life, vegan lifestyle, and Birmingham roots.
Birmingham City Council is installing average speed cameras on six new routes in 2026, expanding enforcement across the city. Drivers urged to stick to limits to save lives.
Former Birmingham City footballer Karen Carney makes history by winning Strictly Come Dancing 2025. Discover her inspiring journey and why Birmingham should honour her. Read more.
Birmingham's Karen Carney lifts the Glitterball trophy in a historic Strictly final, marking the last show for hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman. Read the full story.
Explore the festive history of Birmingham's Bullring shopping centre through decades of Christmas photos, from royal openings to today's retail buzz. A Brummie holiday essential.
The National Lottery warns Lotto and Euromillions players to check tickets for six unclaimed prizes worth millions. Time is running out to claim. Act now!
National Lottery reveals six unclaimed prizes across the UK, including a £10.6 million Lotto win. Winners in Birmingham, London, Dorset and more must claim before deadlines expire.
Ole Fredrik Sveen thought he'd won £97,000 on the Eurojackpot while on holiday in Greece, but a currency conversion error dashed his dreams. Discover the emotional rollercoaster.
Discover BirminghamLive's ultimate foodie guide for 2026, featuring 26 essential restaurants from cheap bites to luxury dining. Get the list and sign up for weekly food news.
Local mortgage experts reveal the seven best neighbourhoods to live in Birmingham for 2026, from the cool streets of Digbeth to the leafy suburbs of Sutton Coldfield. Discover average house prices and key attractions.
After a decade of trying, Chris Woodgate from Leicester has won a £120,000 Rolls-Royce Wraith and £45,000 cash in a dream car competition. Discover his emotional reaction and life-changing plans.
Ashish Patel, owner of Milus Supermarket in West Bromwich, scooped a £2,000 reward from Allwyn after selling a winning Set For Life ticket. Discover how the 'Share the Win' initiative rewards retailers.
Time is running out to experience Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market 2025. The festive attraction departs on Christmas Eve. Discover what's still on offer for your last-minute visit.
A Prestatyn shop owner bags a £10,000 reward after selling a £2 million winning scratchcard. The National Lottery's 'Share the Win' initiative spreads the joy.