Plans for a 263-bed student accommodation on the former Golden Eagle pub site in Birmingham have been recommended for approval. The development promises regeneration benefits while acknowledging heritage concerns.
Plans for a 263-bed student accommodation block on the former Golden Eagle pub site in Birmingham city centre have been recommended for approval. The development aims to transform this prominent location.
Syer Hair & Beauty, a family-run salon for four decades, has closed at the Gracechurch Centre. Read the story behind this local landmark's final chapter.
Step inside Amazon's colossal £500m Sutton Coldfield fulfilment centre. Discover the robotics, algorithms, and 2,500-strong workforce powering this logistics behemoth. Read the full story now.
Discover the finest country pubs in the West Midlands for a luxurious, stress-free Christmas Day. Enjoy festive menus and idyllic settings for a memorable family celebration.
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.
Discover the 14 top-performing state secondary schools in Birmingham for 2025, led by Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls with an Attainment 8 score of 79.3. See the full list now.
Discover the five legendary Birmingham pubs named among the UK's roughest in a viral X thread. These closed boozers, from the West End Bar to the Monkey House, have stories to tell.
Furious Handsworth residents celebrate as council rejects 14-bed supported housing plan. Locals say area is treated as a 'dumping ground' for HMOs. Read the full story.
The Old Crown in Digbeth takes a firm stance against disruptive large groups, implementing a ban on stag and hen parties that's winning praise from locals and setting a new standard for pub culture.
The Old Crown in Digbeth takes firm stance against unsupervised children after incidents of disruption, receiving overwhelming support from patrons.
The popular Four Oaks cafe has closed suddenly, leaving customers devastated and staff without jobs. The closure comes just months after the business changed hands.
CCTV footage captures terrifying moment masked robbers threaten staff with large knife at One Stop convenience store in Wylde Green, Sutton Coldfield
The popular Coffee#1 café in Sutton Coldfield's Gracechurch Shopping Centre has closed unexpectedly, with staff reportedly learning about the closure just hours before shutting down permanently.
JD Wetherspoons is rolling out a major pricing overhaul across its 809 UK pubs, introducing a flat 15p charge for certain drinks while reducing prices on others in a bold hospitality move.
A massive police manhunt is underway in Birmingham after a driver killed a pedestrian and fled the scene. West Midlands Police are appealing for witnesses to the tragic incident on Walmley Road.
Construction is officially underway on 'The Eternal Eagle', a monumental 169-foot Christian sculpture in Birmingham that will become one of the UK's tallest landmarks, twice the height of the Angel of the North.
The Red Lion and Sun in Sutton Coldfield announces triumphant reopening after devastating fire, promising enhanced dining experience while preserving cherished community spirit.
A Cambridgeshire pub undergoes a remarkable transformation into a community café, creating a welcoming space to combat social isolation and build connections.
The 150-year enigma behind Birmingham's iconic Crown & Cushion pub sign has been uncovered, revealing the fascinating history of the city's Victorian brewing heritage and the true meaning behind the mysterious brass bat.
Discover the Birmingham pub that's been crowned the region's top Sunday roast destination, beating city centre competition with traditional perfection.
The historic Old Crown pub in Digbeth has triumphantly reopened following an extensive six-figure renovation, blending its rich 16th-century heritage with modern comforts while preserving its iconic status.
A beloved Birmingham city centre pub faces an uncertain future as rising costs threaten its survival, prompting landlords to make a heartfelt plea for community backing.
Discover which British pubs have been crowned the nation's best for 2025 in the prestigious Top 100 Gastropub Awards, celebrating exceptional food, drink and atmosphere.
Relatives of the 21 victims killed in the 1974 Birmingham pub bombings face fresh heartbreak as their legal challenge against the inquest verdict is rejected by the High Court.
North East pub operator The Inn Collection Group secures major £125 million investment to expand its portfolio of 'pub with rooms' establishments across the North of England and North Wales, creating new jobs and boosting regional tourism.
A crucial breakthrough in the Birmingham Pub Bombings investigation has emerged, with previously unseen documents shedding new light on the 1974 atrocity that claimed 21 lives.
Former and current Wetherspoons employees have disclosed the covert communication system used in UK pubs to alert colleagues about difficult customers and problematic situations.
Step into a real-life wizarding world at The Wellington in Birmingham, where a secret back room offers enchanting Harry Potter-themed cocktails and spellbinding decor that will transport you straight to Diagon Alley.
Discover which beloved British pubs have been crowned the nation's finest in this year's prestigious awards, featuring everything from historic coaching inns to trendy craft beer havens.