Discover Kinver: Historic Rock Houses Near Birmingham
Explore Kinver, a charming Staffordshire village less than an hour from Birmingham. Discover the famous Rock Houses, Kinver Edge, and fun canal activities. Plan your visit today!
Explore Kinver, a charming Staffordshire village less than an hour from Birmingham. Discover the famous Rock Houses, Kinver Edge, and fun canal activities. Plan your visit today!
Three teenagers have been sentenced for a vicious stabbing in Morris Park, Alum Rock, which left a 15-year-old boy with life-changing injuries. Read the full court details.
Three teenagers have been sentenced for a vicious stabbing in a Birmingham park. The 15-year-old victim required eight hours of surgery. Read the full court report.
Mick Abrahams, founding guitarist of rock legends Jethro Tull and Blodwyn Pig, has passed away at 82. Bandmates Ian Anderson and Martin Barre pay tribute to his immense talent. Read the full story.
UK motorists are being warned they could face a £1,000 fine for illegally parking in disabled bays. Councils have launched a major crackdown after 20,000 investigations in five years. Read the full details.
West Midlands Police release CCTV image after cash stolen from a shopper's bag at Pak Supermarket on Alum Rock Road. Can you help identify this woman?
Scarborough's overnight motorhome ban faces being scrapped as displaced vehicles cause chaos in residential streets. Could a controlled scheme be the answer?
Shoppers at Tesco, Sainsbury's and Morrisons risk fines for misusing parent and child parking bays. A study reveals 25% misuse, with one mother fined £260. Know the rules to avoid penalties.
Birmingham City Council's new Mobile Enforcement Vehicle will patrol streets from January 2026, using cameras to fine drivers parked on zig-zags and bus stops. Find out what it means for you.
Birmingham City Council's new Mobile Enforcement Vehicle, equipped with HD cameras, will patrol from January to catch drivers parking illegally on zig zags and bus stops. Find out how it works.
Labour government plans force councils to impose strict parking limits on new homes, sparking a 'war on drivers' row. Read the full details and reactions.
A developer has resubmitted plans for an 8-bed HMO in Smethwick, ignoring nearly 100 objections and a council rejection over parking and overcrowding fears. Read the full story.
Labour is set to introduce a nationwide ban on pavement parking across England in 2026, mirroring London's rules. Discover how this major change will affect drivers and pedestrians.
Drivers visiting Birmingham's German Christmas Market face a 12% parking hike at Town Hall Car Park. The AA warns festive visitors to check tariffs and consider public transport.
UK councils launch a zero-tolerance crackdown on drivers misusing disabled parking bays during Christmas shopping. Fines of up to £1,000 are being issued to protect essential access.
Warwickshire Council leader George Finch insists 'big investors' are being secured to revive town centres, amid a heated debate over rising on-street parking charges. Read the full story.
A Rolls Royce Cullinan worth at least £500,000 was photographed parked on a shared pedestrian pavement outside Birmingham's Bullring, igniting a fierce online debate about privilege and parking laws.
UK drivers hit with record parking fines: 3.6 million tickets issued in a year, a 17% surge. RAC warns system is 'awry' and calls for urgent reform. Find out how to challenge a ticket.
New data reveals Birmingham streets with the most fines for Blue Badge misuse. Over 20,000 penalties issued since 2022, impacting disabled parking access. Read the full report.
Wirral Council revisits plans for 22 new car park charges, sparking fears from Bromborough businesses who warn it could be 'another nail in the coffin' for the village high street.
Discover ten tranquil West Midlands villages perfect for retirement or a slower pace of life in 2026. Explore historic pubs, scenic walks, and unique heritage.
Nearly half of UK motorists want larger parking bays as cars grow bigger. Calls mount for Labour to update 50-year-old guidelines to tackle 'autobesity'.
A major crackdown on Blue Badge fraud is underway across the UK. With misuse at crisis levels, councils are taking action, with 82% of investigations leading to fines or prosecution. Learn the rules to avoid a £1,000 penalty.
New data reveals a major council crackdown on blue badge fraud, with over 14,000 fines issued. Discover the risks of misusing disabled bays and the growing enforcement crisis.
A father of three was fined nearly £300 after being 13 minutes late to his car. He lost his keys in a play centre ball pit and couldn't extend his parking stay. He's now calling for a change in the rules.
A Birmingham resident says fly-tipping on Tarry Road has become a daily health hazard. He pleads for council action as waste piles up again immediately after clearance.
Justin Baren, founding member of Chicago rock band The Redwalls, has died at 40. The band supported Oasis on tour in 2005. Read the full tribute and career details.
Birmingham's Bullring shopping centre has launched a new automated parking system just in time for Christmas. Find out how the 'Drive In. Drive Out.' technology works.
Disney confirms Camp Rock 3 for Summer 2026. The Jonas Brothers are back, but will Demi Lovato appear? Get all the latest plot details, cast news and updates here.
Fans discover the late Black Sabbath legend's surprising daily habit involving Pink Lady apples. A look back at the rock icon's softer side and enduring legacy.