Quiet Crosby Beach is under two hours from Birmingham
Discover the windswept beauty of Crosby Beach in Merseyside, featuring Antony Gormley's iconic 'Another Place' statues. A perfect spot for a winter walk, just 94 miles from Birmingham.
Discover the windswept beauty of Crosby Beach in Merseyside, featuring Antony Gormley's iconic 'Another Place' statues. A perfect spot for a winter walk, just 94 miles from Birmingham.
Discover nine beautiful West Midlands villages perfect for refreshing winter walks along frosty paths. Wrap up warm and explore stunning snowy scenery in January 2026.
Explore Saltwells National Nature Reserve, home to the Midlands' largest free sculpture trail, ancient woodland, and a family-friendly pub, just opposite the Merry Hill shopping centre.
The Rossendale Ramblers enjoyed a festive week of walks, from a rainy pre-lunch ramble to a sunny tunnel route and a magical Santa sleigh sighting in Sabden. New Year walks are planned. Join them!
Stepping Hill Hospital in Stockport partners with local organisations to provide essential support and supplies for homeless patients this winter, tackling the critical link between health and housing.
Discover why Cannon Hill Park in Moseley is hailed as Birmingham's most compelling green space for a refreshing New Year's Day walk. Explore 80 acres of gardens and 120 acres of woodland.
Edge Hill University reflects on a landmark 2025, celebrating student achievements, award-winning research, and campus milestones that strengthened its community. Discover the year's highlights.
Lambeth Council is installing new speed cameras and a traffic filter to tackle dangerous speeding and cut-through traffic, following resident concerns. Find out the key locations affected.
The New Wellington in Brierley Hill cancels its New Year's Eve event due to unforeseen circumstances. The pub will close at 8pm and has issued refunds. Read the full story.
A mother and her two young children, aged 4 and 7, have died in a horrific house fire on Brimscombe Hill, Stroud, in the early hours of Boxing Day. The father, a police officer, escaped. Read the full story.
Plan your post-Christmas shopping with our guide to opening hours for Bullring, Merry Hill, and other major centres from December 29 to January 2. Find key times for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Popular Black Country music venue Red By Night will shut its doors for good on New Year's Eve. Rising costs and falling footfall blamed for the closure of the industrial-themed club. Join the final celebration.
From Worcester's Scala arts hub to the Sixways stadium revamp, discover the major construction projects set to transform Worcestershire in 2026. Explore the key dates and details.
Three people remain unaccounted for after a devastating house fire on Brimscombe Hill, Stroud, in the early hours of Boxing Day. One person was hospitalised. Emergency services are on the scene.
Discover 12 perfect places for winter dog walks in Birmingham. From scenic hills to riverside paths, find new routes to explore with your furry friend this season.
A complete guide to all the major new openings at Merry Hill shopping centre in 2025, from Flying Tiger to Slim Chickens, plus what's coming in 2026. Discover the latest retail and dining options.
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.
Stockport County FC players and mascot Vernon Bear brought Christmas joy to young patients at Stepping Hill Hospital's Treehouse unit. Read about this heartwarming community visit.
Discover the best family activities in Birmingham between Christmas and New Year. From pantomimes and ice skating to winter light trails and festive walks, our guide has it all.
A 28-year-old man has been charged after a hit-and-run collision on Goldthorn Hill left a woman in her 50s in hospital. Read the latest from West Midlands Police.
Discover nine stunning locations across Birmingham and the West Midlands, perfect for a revitalising New Year's run. Explore parks, hills, and country parks to kickstart your 2026 fitness goals.
Edge Hill University's care-experienced students received special Christmas hampers from the Halle O'Brien CIC. Discover how this heartfelt initiative brings festive cheer.
Discover 16 beautiful winter walks near Birmingham, including Sutton Park, Cannock Chase & Lickey Hills. Perfect for festive family strolls. Plan your frosty adventure today!
Discover 12 beautiful winter walks in and around Birmingham, from urban nature reserves to Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Perfect for families and all abilities.
Discover 16 stunning National Trust winter walks around Birmingham and the Midlands, complete with cosy cafes for tea and cake. Many routes are dog-friendly and accessible.
A 28-year-old man is in custody after a hit-and-run collision on Goldthorn Hill, Wolverhampton. The pedestrian, a woman in her 50s, remains in a stable condition in hospital. Police appeal for witnesses.
Construction is finished on five new railway stations in Birmingham and the Black Country, restoring passenger services to some areas for the first time since WWII. Read the full details.
Police are searching for a driver who fled after a collision on Goldthorn Hill, leaving a woman in her 50s in hospital. Witnesses with dash-cam footage urged to come forward.
A must-have children's baking set is now just £4.99 at Home Bargains in Merry Hill, saving over 80% on the RRP. Discover this last-minute Christmas bargain before it's gone!