The historic Dogpool Hotel in Stirchley, Birmingham, has been transformed into Empress, a new Nigerian fine dining restaurant. Opening November 22, it aims to bring authentic flavours and a vibrant new chapter to the community.
Discover Warwick Castle's enchanting 2025 Christmas event. From ice skating under Guy's Tower to a 500,000-light trail, it's the perfect festive family day out. Book your tickets now!
Two career criminals have been convicted for the manslaughter of 83-year-old Neil O'Donnell after a botched screwdriver robbery in a Birmingham car park. Read the full investigation details.
Balmoral Castle, a favourite residence of King Charles, closed to the public due to severe winter weather. The estate delayed its opening as snow batters Scotland.
Fiona Gale MBE delivered a captivating talk on Denbigh and Ruthin castles' history and conservation at Llandyrnog History Society. Next event: Christmas Coffee Morning on November 29. Join the society today!
University of Warwick students evacuated after major fire at Arthur Vick 1 halls. No injuries reported as emergency services contain blaze. Support offered for temporary accommodation.
A prominent Leeds city centre office building is on the market for more than £4m. 84 Albion Street offers significant conversion potential into a boutique hotel or residential accommodation.
Solihull planners approve a children's care home on Hurst Lane North for up to three children, overcoming resident concerns about noise and traffic. The decision highlights the borough's need for such facilities.
Booking.com, Accor, Travelodge and Hilton face advertising bans for misleading room price claims. The ASA found 'from' prices overstated availability.
Fears mount over a potential UK tourist tax on hotel stays, a move criticised as a government U-turn that could cost holidaymakers over £500 million. Read the full details.
Don't miss the Hazbin Hotel season 2 finale! Episodes 7 & 8 drop November 19 at 8am GMT on Prime Video. Get cast details and plot teasers.
Llangollen gears up for its biggest Christmas Festival yet on November 29. Expect a festive parade, Sion Corn, market stalls & spectacular fireworks finale. Join the celebration!
Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledges to recover millions in 'excess profits' made by asylum hotel contractors, following a BirminghamLive investigation into a Sutton Coldfield hotel. Read the full story.
Mallory Court Hotel & Spa in Warwickshire has been named 'Large Hotel of the Year' at the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025. Discover this luxury retreat.
Discover how Bristol Castle became the unlikely birthplace of Magna Carta's revival in 1216, saving the historic document that shaped modern democracy. Explore this pivotal moment in British history.
A man has been taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after being hit by a car on Warwick Road, South Yardley. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Help robins survive winter by creating a natural bug hotel in your garden. This simple 10-minute task provides crucial food when natural sources dwindle.
The Weoley Castle in Birmingham has reopened after a huge six-figure refurbishment, creating five new jobs and offering pints from £2.80. Discover the new look today!
Forbidden Forest's 10th anniversary in 2026 features the fire-breathing Arcadia Spider and huge acts like Sub Focus and Michael Bibi. Tickets on sale November 19.
Benjamin Pesian, 25, died after falling from The Cube during psychotic episode. Inquest examines mental health care and systemic failures. Full hearing set for 2026.
Discover 13 breathtaking castles for a perfect family day out in the West Midlands. Explore majestic towers, ancient walls, and centuries of history.
Three lucky winners can experience the ultimate Coronation Street fan package: a Star Tour, meeting a cast member, and an overnight stay at Manchester's Radisson Hotel. Enter now!
A Bedford family cut short their £1,800 Spanish holiday after claiming food poisoning and feeling unsafe. Read their shocking experience and why they're now sticking to UK breaks.
Find out the exact UK release time for Hazbin Hotel Season 2 episodes 5 and 6 on Prime Video this week. Plus, get the full cast list and plot teasers.
The 1920s Dogpool Hotel in Stirchley reopens as Empress African Restaurant on November 22, bringing modern Nigerian cuisine and culture to Birmingham.
Nottingham Castle hosts community poppy exhibition for Remembrance Day 2025. Over 1,000 handmade poppies from local schools create stunning display. Visit this heartfelt tribute.
Luxury skincare brand Natura Bisse becomes the inaugural official spa partner for the prestigious World's 50 Best Hotels awards, marking a milestone in premium hospitality collaborations.
Former Big Brother contestant Ben Duncan dies after falling from hotel roof in Brighton, leaving entertainment industry in mourning.
Whitbread announces significant expansion of Premier Inn in Solihull with new 81-bedroom hotel extension, bringing investment and employment opportunities to the West Midlands region.
Discover Hotel Villa Sonia, Jim Kerr's stunning Sicilian retreat nestled in Taormina's hills, offering authentic Italian charm, panoramic views, and rock star luxury.