Birmingham's Best Places to Visit in 2026
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.
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!
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.
Step back to 1997 Birmingham. See the city's tribute to Diana, iconic concerts from Ozzy to Oasis, and sporting triumphs. Explore 24 archive photos showing a world before smartphones.
Experience magical candlelight concerts at St Paul's Church in Birmingham this festive season. Discover performances of Christmas classics, Vivaldi, and The Wizard of Oz. Book tickets now.
Discover the 10 best new restaurants set to open in and around Birmingham in 2026, from high-end Greek cuisine to a London sushi favourite. Plan your culinary adventures now.
Netflix unveils the first trailer for 'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man', starring Cillian Murphy. The film features a star-studded cast and continues Tommy Shelby's story in WWII Birmingham. Read the full story.
Keith Gordon, one of Britain's most tattooed men, ends his 17-year ink journey as he's 'run out of space' and has 'been there, done it'. Discover his story.
Birmingham Hospice is opening a new community cafe, Hive In The Park, in the historic Rookery House in Erdington in early 2026. The 'warm and welcoming' space will offer cheap food and drink. Read more and find out how to volunteer.
Escape Birmingham's festive bustle at the Library's Secret Garden. Find panoramic city views, greenery & quiet on the 7th floor. Your peaceful urban retreat awaits.
Discover the 16 most desirable streets in Birmingham for 2026, as chosen by local readers and writers. Find your perfect neighbourhood in Brum.
Mohammed Nadim, 45, was found guilty of sexually assaulting a vulnerable 16-year-old girl in a friend's BMW. He denied wrongdoing, claiming 'the girl was picked up by bredrin'.
Heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has relocated his family to the Isle of Man following the UK's recent Budget. Discover the financial reasons behind the move and the reaction from the boxing world.
Birmingham City Council is installing average speed cameras on six new routes in 2026, expanding enforcement across the city. Drivers urged to stick to limits to save lives.
Explore the festive history of Birmingham's Bullring shopping centre through decades of Christmas photos, from royal openings to today's retail buzz. A Brummie holiday essential.
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim confirms six absences for the Premier League clash with Aston Villa, including key defenders and AFCON departures. Get the latest team news and injury updates.
Everything you need to know about comedian and TV star Alan Carr, from his Chatty Man fame to his Celebrity Traitors win and personal life updates. Discover his age, net worth and more.
A first-hand review of a week at the five-star Long Beach resort in Mauritius, featuring pristine beaches, world-class dining, and unforgettable excursions. Discover why it's the perfect escape.
Aston Villa host Manchester United aiming to end a dismal 30-year home record. With Villa on a club-record winning streak, can they finally conquer their bogey team? Read our full preview.
Discover BirminghamLive's ultimate foodie guide for 2026, featuring 26 essential restaurants from cheap bites to luxury dining. Get the list and sign up for weekly food news.
Local mortgage experts reveal the seven best neighbourhoods to live in Birmingham for 2026, from the cool streets of Digbeth to the leafy suburbs of Sutton Coldfield. Discover average house prices and key attractions.
After a decade of trying, Chris Woodgate from Leicester has won a £120,000 Rolls-Royce Wraith and £45,000 cash in a dream car competition. Discover his emotional reaction and life-changing plans.
Time is running out to experience Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market 2025. The festive attraction departs on Christmas Eve. Discover what's still on offer for your last-minute visit.
Owen Filer, 106, shops daily at Asda Cwmbran. Staff surprised him with a trolley of festive goodies to thank him for his incredible 24-year loyalty. Read this heartwarming Christmas story.
Discover the ultimate guide to Birmingham's festive weekend before Christmas 2025. From the iconic Frankfurt Market to light trails and pantomimes, plan your perfect seasonal visit.
Police confirm a body has been found at Thornton Reservoir in Leicestershire during the search for missing 45-year-old Mark Parry. His death is not being treated as suspicious.
Birmingham City Council enforces new 30mph limits on over 25 key routes, including Bristol Road and Hagley Road West, as part of a major road safety drive. Learn the full list and locations of new speed cameras.
The Peaky Blinders film, 'The Immortal Man', starring Cillian Murphy, gets March 2026 release dates for UK cinemas and Netflix. Full details here.