Birmingham's 12 Best Indian Restaurants in 2026
Discover Birmingham's highest-rated Indian and Nepalese restaurants for 2026, from Michelin-starred fine dining to beloved local takeaways. Find your new favourite curry spot today.
Discover Birmingham's highest-rated Indian and Nepalese restaurants for 2026, from Michelin-starred fine dining to beloved local takeaways. Find your new favourite curry spot today.
Twycross Zoo launches discounted £8 tickets for its Lanterns of the Wild event for people on Universal Credit and other income-related benefits. Book now for selected January dates.
Dudley Council shuts five family hubs and multiple schools as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow. Bin collections and leisure centres also disrupted. Read the latest updates.
Around 50 vehicles are trapped on the A5 in Tamworth after heavy snowfall forced a major road closure. Get live traffic updates and travel advice for the West Midlands.
Merlin has closed its Birmingham attractions, Sea Life Centre and Cadbury World, on Friday 9 January 2026 for safety as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and travel chaos.
Major attractions including Cadbury World and Twycross Zoo are closed on January 9 due to heavy snow from Storm Goretti. Check the full list of closures and updates here.
Discover 12 fantastic free events and activities in Birmingham for 2026. From light festivals to heritage weeks, enjoy the city without spending a penny. Plan your year now!
Birmingham is a great city, but what could make it even better? From cheaper buses to year-round ice rinks, we explore 10 key improvements. Share your thoughts with us.
Explore the 11 historic Birmingham buildings, from the birthplace of heavy metal to iconic cinemas, that locals are desperate to see restored and brought back to life in 2026.
Uncover the West Midlands' best-kept secrets for 2026. From historic catacombs to a serene Peace Pagoda, explore 26 unique spots beyond the tourist trail.
A resident reveals what life is really like in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter, named the city's best place to live in 2026. Discover its charm, food scene, and community buzz.
Step back 74 years to see Birmingham in 1952. Explore the last trams, Laurel & Hardy's tour, the bustling Onion Fair, and landmarks that remain unchanged today.
Step back 65 years to 1960 Birmingham. See the new Nechells flats, the Onion Fair, Longbridge works & a city on the cusp of change. Explore 30 nostalgic images.
Discover the hidden gems of Birmingham's historic Jewellery Quarter, from award-winning food and historic pubs to fascinating museums and green spaces. Plan your visit today.
Take a nostalgic trip back to Birmingham in the 1990s with 56 retro photographs. See the Superprix, the legendary Que Club, and the city's vibrant streets. Explore the gallery now.
Explore Birmingham's quirky, lesser-known historical sites for 2026. From a Serbian church to a notorious alley, discover the city's hidden past.
The historic Jewellery Quarter has been crowned Birmingham's top residential spot for 2026 by Muddy Stilettos, praised for its creative vibe, reasonable property prices, and vibrant lifestyle.
Birmingham's major festive attractions, the Centenary Square ice rink and big wheel, close for the year on Sunday, January 4. Get your final skates and rides in this weekend.
A look back at Birmingham's turbulent second half of 2025, from the unresolved bin strike and political infighting to divisive flag displays and a landmark new stadium plan.
A major crash has closed the A5 Watling Street in both directions near Brownhills, Staffordshire. Emergency services are on scene. Follow live updates.
Birmingham's 2026 theatre lineup is packed with hits like Mamma Mia!, SIX, and Mrs Doubtfire. Discover dates, venues, and how to get tickets for these spectacular shows.
Discover six fantastic free New Year's Eve events in Birmingham for 2025. From live music to DJ sets, celebrate the start of 2026 without breaking the bank. Book your spot now!
Plan your shopping: Major UK retailers including Aldi, M&S, and Poundland will shut on January 1st. Check our full list to avoid disappointment.
A section of Tansey Road in Kingstanding, Birmingham, remains cordoned off by police after a man was found with serious injuries. A 22-year-old man has been arrested.
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.
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!
Aldi, Lidl, M&S and others shut stores on 26 December, prioritising staff wellbeing over sales. Discover why high streets feel 'eerie' and which shops are open.
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.