Ormskirk's History of Royal Visits from 1885 to 1945
Explore Ormskirk's rich royal history, from Edward VII's 1885 visit to George VI's 1945 tour. Discover the commemorations, crowds, and local gingerbread connection.
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UK house prices jump nearly £10,000 in January
UK house prices surged by £9,893 on average in January, the biggest monthly rise in a decade. Experts say seller confidence is rebounding, but warn against over-optimism.
Solihull house prices fall over £25,000 on average
House prices in affluent Solihull have dropped by an average of £25,000. Discover why this could be the perfect moment for house-hunters to explore this desirable West Midlands town.
Stafford house prices surge £34k in 2025
Property values in Stafford jumped 12% last year, the second highest rise in the UK. Discover what this means for homeowners and the local market.
Edward Lloyd piano concert at Bury Parish Church
Acclaimed young pianist Edward Lloyd performs at Bury Parish Church's Friday Lunchtime Concert on 16 Jan 2026. Tickets £6. A musical treat in a historic setting.
Top 10 UK Commuter Towns Revealed for 2026
A new report reveals the best UK commuter towns for 2026, featuring three West Midlands hotspots. Discover where affordability meets quality of life.
Midlands Schools in UK Top 50: Sunday Times List
Six Midlands secondary schools have been ranked among the UK's top 50 in the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which grammar and private schools made the prestigious list.
Solihull house prices fall by £25,000 in 2025
Property values in the affluent West Midlands town of Solihull dropped by over £25,000 on average last year, ranking it fourth nationally for price falls. Discover the latest market data and expert insights.
Win £3m Chilterns Home for £10 in Raffle House Draw
A stunning £3 million Buckinghamshire home could be yours for just £10 in Raffle House's latest draw. Enter now for a chance to win this Grand Designs-style property.
Stafford house prices jump £34k, second highest in England
Stafford in the West Midlands saw the UK's second highest house price rise, adding over £34,000 to average values. Discover the regional trends and expert advice for buyers.
UK house prices fall 0.4% in December 2025
UK house prices fell 0.4% month-on-month in December 2025, with annual growth slowing to 0.6%. Discover how the West Midlands and other regions performed and the 2026 outlook.
Nationwide: House Prices Fell in December, Slowdown to Continue
Nationwide's latest data reveals an unexpected 0.4% monthly fall in UK house prices in December 2025, with annual growth slowing sharply. Experts warn the market stagnation is likely to persist through 2026. Read the full analysis.
UK House Prices: 2026 Growth Forecast After 2025 Slowdown
UK house price growth slowed to 0.6% annually in December 2025, but Nationwide forecasts a rebound to 2-4% in 2026. Northern Ireland led with 9.7% growth. Get the full market analysis.
Stafford & Rugby Named in Top 10 UK Property Hotspots
Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property towns for 2025, with Plymouth leading and two West Midlands locations making the list. Discover the full ranking and price growth.
Lloyds Bank issues major house price warning
Lloyds Bank reveals UK areas where house prices fell sharply, with one town seeing values drop over £36,000. Expert advice on navigating the shifting property market.
Midlands School in Top 20 of Sunday Times 2026 Rankings
A Midlands secondary school has been ranked among the nation's elite in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which schools made the prestigious list and why.
House of Lords: Pension Age Rise a 'Red Herring'
A House of Lords committee warns raising the state pension age fails to tackle the UK's ageing crisis. The report urges Labour to focus on keeping older people in work. Read the key findings.
£100k grant boosts veteran care home in Salford
Broughton House Veteran Care Village in Salford receives a £100,000 Army Benevolent Fund grant to enhance dementia care, activities, and quality of life for its elderly veteran residents.
New HMO bid for Hagley Road shop after cramped plans rejected
Fresh plans submitted to convert a Smethwick shop into a five-bed HMO after Sandwell Council slammed previous 'inadequate' proposals for 14 people. Read the latest.
Birmingham's 7 Best Places to Live in 2026
Local mortgage experts reveal the top 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.
Birmingham's Top 7 Areas to Live in 2026
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.
Register for Manchester's 2026 Christmas Tree Recycling
Francis House Children's Hospice teams up with Just Helping for a January 2026 Christmas tree collection across Greater Manchester. Register now for an eco-friendly pick-up in return for a donation.
Birmingham house prices plummet by a third in 12 months
Average property prices in Rotton Park, Birmingham, fell by £109,000 in a year, the sharpest drop in the city. Discover the local insights and market trends behind the figures.
Hospice raises £13,588 in matched Christmas fundraising week
Beaumond House Hospice Care exceeded its Christmas Challenge target, raising £13,588 for palliative care. Donations were doubled by five local businesses, supporting families in Newark and Sherwood.
Nursery's festive shoeboxes support Home-Start Essex families
Generous shoebox appeal by Seymour House Nurseries brings comfort to struggling families. Home-Start Essex reports a 134% surge in demand for its vital support services this winter.
Golf Club Raises £32k for Homeless and Cystic Fibrosis Support
Ramsdale Park Golf Centre celebrates a year of community fundraising, donating £32,000 to Emmanuel House and Cystic Fibrosis support. Discover how members made a difference.
Police: Birmingham HMO death not suspicious
West Midlands Police confirm a man's death at a Perry Barr HMO is not suspicious. A report is now with the coroner. Read the latest updates.
Birmingham HMO death not suspicious, police confirm
Police confirm a man's death at a Perry Barr HMO is not suspicious. The man in his 40s was found in cardiac arrest on December 3. A report is being prepared for the coroner.
Anger over plan to close Willenhall stroke rehab centre
Over 600 people protest Walsall NHS Trust's plan to close Hollybank House stroke unit. Trust cites £500k upgrade costs, proposes moving services to Wolverhampton. Campaigners fear loss of local care.
Artist's £2m hand-painted 'Rainbow House' for sale
Artist Emily Powell puts her Brixham masterpiece home on the market for £2m after running out of walls to paint. The immersive artwork spans 400sqm and includes 85 extra pieces.
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