Solihull pub cancels New Year's Eve party
The Blue Bell Cider House in Earlswood cancels its New Year's Eve event due to low ticket sales. Patrons suggest the music lineup was misjudged for the local demographic. Full refunds offered.
The Blue Bell Cider House in Earlswood cancels its New Year's Eve event due to low ticket sales. Patrons suggest the music lineup was misjudged for the local demographic. Full refunds offered.
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