10 Christmas truths only Birmingham locals will get
Discover the hilarious local quirks and dialect that make a Birmingham Christmas unique. From 'going round the Wrekin' to 'wagging it', we decode the festive season, Brummie-style.
Discover the hilarious local quirks and dialect that make a Birmingham Christmas unique. From 'going round the Wrekin' to 'wagging it', we decode the festive season, Brummie-style.
Discover why Weston-super-Mare remains a favourite festive beach destination for Birmingham families. Explore donkey rides, the Sky Wheel, and the Grand Pier, all within a two-hour drive.
Explore 15 unique Birmingham and West Midlands words and phrases, perfect for locals and newcomers reuniting over the Christmas holidays. Discover the region's distinctive vocabulary.
Hollister has reopened in Birmingham's Bullring, prompting fond memories of its dimly-lit 2011 store. Victoria's Secret is also set for a 2026 comeback. Read the full story.
A 2016 study warns the Birmingham dialect could resemble London's by 2066. Discover 13 quintessential Brummie words and phrases, from 'Bab' to 'Cob', that deserve a festive comeback.
From 'moms' to the No. 11 bus, can you pass the ultimate Birmingham identity test? Discover the 16 rites of passage that prove you're a proper local.
Ozzy Osbourne's family visited Birmingham on his 77th birthday to accept a posthumous Lord Mayor's Award, honouring the rock legend's lifelong connection to his Brummie roots. Read the full story.
The Old Rep's festive pantomime transforms Cinderella into a Birmingham tale, featuring local humour, vibrant songs, and a stellar cast. A must-see family show running until 31 December.
The historic Dogpool Hotel in Stirchley, Birmingham, has been transformed into Empress, a new Nigerian fine dining restaurant. Opening November 22, it aims to bring authentic flavours and a vibrant new chapter to the community.
Discover The Bilash, Wolverhampton's family-run Indian restaurant collecting major accolades from Michelin and AA guides. Experience five-star dining that's putting the West Midlands on the foodie map.
Discover the most popular and fastest-rising dog names in Birmingham for 2025. Find out if your pet's name made the list and see the full trends.
Birmingham's highest restaurant, Orelle, has relaunched as 24 Stories with a new Brummie-inspired menu. Celebrities attended the launch of the 24th-floor venue boasting panoramic city views.
Birmingham's highest restaurant, Orelle, has relaunched as 24 Stories with a new Brummie-inspired menu. Celebrities attended the launch. Discover the new dishes and panoramic views.
The 1920s Dogpool Hotel in Stirchley reopens as Empress African Restaurant on November 22, bringing modern Nigerian cuisine and culture to Birmingham.
Discover Chuku's, Birmingham's first Nigerian tapas restaurant, bringing vibrant West African flavours and contemporary dining to the city's historic Jewellery Quarter.
Birmingham's vibrant Digbeth area welcomes Indian Streatery, a new restaurant bringing authentic Indian street food to the city's thriving culinary scene. Opening March 2025 with bold flavours and contemporary design.
Discover the Birmingham restaurants and takeaways competing for top honours in the city's celebrated 2026 Curry Awards, celebrating South Asian culinary excellence.