Alfred Works, a massive 17,500 sq ft food hall, is coming to Digbeth's Custard Factory in 2026. Discover the first three vendors bringing Birria Ramen, Palestinian and Eritrean cuisine to Birmingham.
Birmingham's Bullring opens the UK's largest beauty hall outside London. Explore 30,000sq ft with Dior, Gucci, Armani & 160+ brands. Perfect for Boxing Day sales!
Discover Charles Dickens' deep connection to Birmingham, where he first performed A Christmas Carol in 1853, and how the city's spirit continues to inspire local journalism today.
A food-waste expert has partnered with Aldi to share vital safety tips for Christmas leftovers. Discover the 'two-hour rule' and how to store, freeze, and reheat food to cut waste and save money.
Discover Saint Paul's Market, the independent food hall in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter that has wowed critics. Featuring top local vendors like Sai Deethwa and Corner Shop, it's a Brummie foodie heaven.
Sonia Exelby, 32, from Portsmouth, was found dead in Florida. Dwain Hall, 53, is charged with her murder after she allegedly flew to the US to be killed.
Jessie J moved the Royal Albert Hall with a deeply personal song dedicated to her late bodyguard, Dave, at the Royal Variety Performance, attended by the Prince and Princess of Wales.
Major plans to transform a fire-damaged former pub in Willenhall into a 12-bed HMO and multi-use community hall have been approved. The New Testament Church of God will lead the regeneration.
Drivers visiting Birmingham's German Christmas Market face a 12% parking hike at Town Hall Car Park. The AA warns festive visitors to check tariffs and consider public transport.
Drivers heading to Birmingham's German Christmas Market face a 12% parking hike at the Town Hall multi-storey. The AA warns visitors to check tariffs and consider public transport.
The first three food vendors for the huge new Alfred Works food hall in Digbeth have been confirmed. All are making their Birmingham debut, bringing Birria Ramen, Palestinian and East African flavours to the city in 2026.
Aston Villa will trial its new Warehouse matchday fanzone this Sunday against Manchester United. The 3,500-capacity venue will become the Premier League's largest beer hall. Read the full details.
The Robert Hopkins Company's 31st pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, is a festive hit at Aldershot's Prince's Hall Theatre. Discover the magic behind this long-running success, with performances until 4th January 2026.
Birmingham City Council launches a public consultation on a Safer Route to School scheme for Chilcote School, including 20mph limits and traffic calming measures. Have your say by January 9.
A blue plaque now commemorates Charles Dickens' first public reading of 'A Christmas Carol' at Birmingham Town Hall in 1853. Discover the historic event and its modern celebration.
A new blue plaque at Birmingham Town Hall commemorates where Charles Dickens first read 'A Christmas Carol' to 2,000 people in 1853. Discover this remarkable literary moment.
Birmingham City Council launches consultation on 20mph speed limits and safety measures near Chilcote School in Hall Green. Have your say by 9 January.
Sir Lenny Henry is returning to his Dudley roots for a unique stand-up and storytelling show in May 2026. Tickets go on sale December 19 – don't miss out!
Little Actors Theatre Company secures a Cheshire West grant to launch free performing arts workshops for 11-18 year olds at Neston Town Hall from spring 2026. Book now!
Police appeal for witnesses after a car and motorbike collision on High Street, Wordsley, leaves a man with potentially serious injuries. Call 101 with information.
Nathaniel Spencer, 38, faces charges including assault of children under 13. The alleged offences occurred at two Midlands NHS hospitals. Read the full details.
Birmingham's Digbeth is undergoing a huge transformation with a major venue expansion, a 17,500 sq ft food hall, and a historic pub revival. Discover all the new openings shaping the Creative Quarter.
A deteriorating 19th-century manor house near Leominster gets planning approval for conversion into offices and on-call accommodation for a secretive local business.
Birmingham's Digbeth is set for a major boost with a giant food hall, a revived pub, and a doubling of a key music venue's capacity. Discover all the new developments.
Sex and the City star Kim Cattrall has wed her partner of nearly a decade, audio engineer Russell Thomas, in a private London ceremony. Discover the details of their relationship and her life now.
A former Birmingham doctor faces 45 charges, including sexual assault of a child, linked to his work at two NHS hospitals. Dedicated helplines are now open for concerned patients.
Birmingham's Bullring welcomes Christmas with major new openings including a huge Selfridges beauty hall, a unique music merchandise store, and a theatrical dessert kiosk. Discover all the festive additions.
A teenage boy was stabbed at Merry Hill's Eat Central food hall during Black Friday shopping chaos. West Midlands Police are investigating the incident which caused major traffic delays.
Birmingham Bullring welcomes new dining and shopping additions just in time for Christmas, including a Dolci Mono kiosk and a revamped Selfridges beauty hall.
Discover what happens in Maxton Hall's final book, Save Us. Get a full spoiler-filled summary of Ruby and James' dramatic conclusion and their happy ending.