Best Places to Retire in the West Midlands for 2026
Discover the 10 best towns and villages for retirement in the West Midlands for 2026, from peaceful havens to vibrant cultural hubs. Plan your perfect post-work life today.
Discover the 10 best towns and villages for retirement in the West Midlands for 2026, from peaceful havens to vibrant cultural hubs. Plan your perfect post-work life today.
The Fun Walk Trust's 2024 event raised a record-breaking £121,000 for local causes, the highest in its 23-year history. Discover how this community triumph benefits Essex.
HMRC urges 18-23 year olds to claim unclaimed Child Trust Funds averaging £2,200. Search 'find my Child Trust Fund' on GOV.UK today.
Struggling UK families can get free air fryers, boilers & more via the British Gas Energy Trust's scheme. Find out how to access vital support this winter.
Discover 9 enchanting villages and towns near Birmingham perfect for a festive day trip this Christmas. Find cosy escapes, traditional markets, and winter walks.
Discover the fascinating world of turnstones, the clever wading birds spotted on a Devon coast. Learn about their seasonal changes, feeding habits, and where to see them in the UK.
Struggling with energy bills? The British Gas Energy Trust is offering grants of up to £1,700 to clear debt, and you don't need to be a customer. Apply for support now.
Energy experts reveal the ideal time to turn your heating on and off to save money and stay warm as snow and ice hit Birmingham and the Midlands.
A Lancashire Wildlife Trust expert shares his magical encounter with a flock of turnstones in Sidmouth. Discover the habits of these beautiful migratory birds and where to spot them in the UK.
A unique Snow White pantomime created and performed by people with learning disabilities takes the stage at Sutton Town Hall. Celebrate inclusion and community spirit.
A man was pronounced dead at a Birmingham canal near Bordesley Green East. Police do not treat the death as suspicious. Read the latest updates.
Explore Welford-on-Avon, a picturesque West Midlands village perfect for scenic winter walks and cosy pub lunches. Discover its charm and community spirit.
A unique charity auction lets you bid to have your name immortalised in Jeffrey Archer's final standalone novel. All proceeds support the new Cambridge Children's Hospital. Bid now!
HMRC urges 758,000 young adults to claim forgotten Child Trust Funds averaging £2,242. Search 'find my Child Trust Fund' on GOV.UK to access your money now.
Discover Twyning, an ancient Domesday book village near Birmingham. Explore river walks, a historic pub, and the new Cotswolds Designer Outlet for a perfect Christmas shopping weekend.
Shocking crime figures reveal a sex offence is reported every day in Birmingham city centre, the West Midlands' worst location for such crimes. Discover the full list of hotspots.
Join the Northorpe Child + Family Trust for a free Festive Fayre on November 29. Enjoy stalls, Santa's Grotto, live music, and support children in Kirklees and West Yorkshire.
British Gas is paying up to £1,700 to help clear energy debt. You don't need to be a customer to apply for this vital financial support. Find out if you're eligible now.
A pre-loved clothes sale in Chelmsford this Saturday raises money to buy new underwear for patients in acute mental health wards. Support the Community Clothes Cycle project!
Wings School Notts wins top NASS award for inclusive PE, months after Youth Sport Trust honour. Discover how their innovative approach transforms education.
Princess Beatrice becomes Deputy Patron of The Outward Bound Trust as King Charles takes over as Royal Patron, revealing their strong family bond despite Andrew's controversies.
Octopus Energy warns customers to act before November 21 to claim an £8 National Trust family pass, saving over £42. Discover how to get this limited-time loyalty perk.
Discover 8 stunning winter walks in the West Midlands to boost your wellbeing this November and December. Explore canals, hills, and parks for crisp morning adventures.
The Orders of St John Care Trust celebrated its inspirational Lincolnshire employees and volunteers at the 2025 Trust Recognition Awards. Discover the winners and their stories.
Sam Fender donates his entire £25,000 Mercury Prize winnings to the Music Venue Trust, supporting grassroots music venues across the UK. Discover how this act helps the music ecosystem.
Discover how William Shakespeare's literary genius unexpectedly influenced the development of cricket in his hometown, creating a unique sporting heritage that continues to thrive today.
A violent robber who targeted vulnerable victims along Birmingham's canal network has been sentenced to prison after a series of brutal attacks on the city's waterways.
A Birmingham resident returned from holiday to discover their cleaner had thrown an impromptu party with friends, leaving their home in chaos and raising serious questions about trust and professional boundaries.
A talented group of knitting enthusiasts hand-craft adorable woollen robins to raise funds for Yorkshire Wildlife Trust's upcoming festival, blending craft with conservation
Redrow South Midlands demonstrates community spirit with substantial donation to Henry Allen Trust, supporting bereaved children across Milton Keynes through fundraising efforts.