Birmingham-themed cafe discovered in Vietnamese resort
A cafe and spa in Vietnam's Nha Trang pays homage to Birmingham, UK. Discover the quirky details and see how it compares to the real Second City.
A cafe and spa in Vietnam's Nha Trang pays homage to Birmingham, UK. Discover the quirky details and see how it compares to the real Second City.
The iconic Hard Rock Café in Manchester has temporarily closed its doors after a quarter of a century. Discover the future plans for this legendary music-themed venue.
Explore Little Daydreams Role Play Café in Ombersley. Kids can drive a bus, visit a vet, and enjoy messy play while parents relax with coffee. Open now at The Farm Shop.
A new immersive role play village featuring a double decker bus has opened at a farm shop near Birmingham. Discover Little Daydreams, with its ice cream shed, vets, and sensory room.
A beloved Rugby café, Treacles At Mosaic, has shut its doors for good. Owners Michelle and Tony Edkin thanked their 'family' of customers, blaming rising business costs as the deciding factor for the closure.
The Best Ever Brownie Company and Barn Café have shut their last branch for good due to financial pressures and founder health issues. Read the full story.
Clent Nurseries in Stourbridge issues a heartfelt message against customer abuse, reminding patrons that staff are 'people with feelings'. Read their call for a respectful New Year.
Folklore café at Sutton Coldfield station faced shutdown in 2025 over its rescue cat, Betty. Owner Alex Light found an ingenious solution to keep both his business and the feline resident. Discover this unique community hub.
Asda urges shoppers aged 60+ to spend just £1 for soup, bread & unlimited hot drinks in its cafes. The initiative runs until end of February to combat winter financial pressures.
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker reveals investor interest in new Black Country film studios, building on Digbeth's success with Peaky Blinders and the BBC. Discover the region's growing screen industry.
A festive café and shop in Ironbridge that celebrated Christmas daily has shut after six years. Owner Kim Warren cites rising bills and high street decline but will continue trading online.
Netflix unveils the first trailer for 'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man', starring Cillian Murphy. The film features a star-studded cast and continues Tommy Shelby's story in WWII Birmingham. Read the full story.
Birmingham Hospice is opening a new community cafe, Hive In The Park, in the historic Rookery House in Erdington in early 2026. The 'warm and welcoming' space will offer cheap food and drink. Read more and find out how to volunteer.
Morrisons confirms its Kids Eat Free scheme continues in all cafés, including Birmingham, throughout Christmas. Get a free child's meal with every adult main over £5.
Rebecca Ferguson joins the Peaky Blinders film but reveals she can't master the Birmingham accent. Discover her role and the film's 2026 release details.
Morrisons confirms festive opening hours for 2025, with stores closed Christmas Day. Plus, discover new 'Club 60' café offers providing affordable meals for over-60s.
The Peaky Blinders film, 'The Immortal Man', starring Cillian Murphy, gets March 2026 release dates for UK cinemas and Netflix. Full details here.
The Peaky Blinders film, 'The Immortal Man', starring Cillian Murphy, hits cinemas 6 March 2026 and Netflix 20 March 2026. Get the full story on Tommy Shelby's WWII return.
Explore Bournville Garden Centre's festive transformation near Cadbury World. Discover a huge Christmas section and cosy café serving a special festive afternoon tea until 30 December.
BAFTA-winner Otto Bathurst directs a high-stakes Sky thriller starring Tahar Rahim and Izuka Hoyle. Premiering 2026. Don't miss the first look!
Staffordshire Police release CCTV of two men in Peaky Blinders-style caps after a Tamworth house burglary where cash and jewellery were stolen. A blue BMW was seen acting suspiciously.
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight challenges filmmakers to 'try us' as new Birmingham production office launches. The West Midlands facility promises faster, cheaper filming with diverse locations.
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight unveils Production Central WM, urging filmmakers to explore the West Midlands' diverse locations. New agency set to boost regional economy by £200 million.
The Old Dresser Cafe in Smethwick will close permanently following the tragic death of co-owner Richard Strugala from cancer aged 52. Read the emotional story behind this community loss.
The Old Dresser Cafe in Bearwood is closing permanently following the death of co-owner Richard Strugala from cancer. The popular spot served British and Polish cuisine.
Discover Crumb & Coffee on Birmingham's Broad Street - a chaotic but brilliant independent cafe serving incredible superfood bowls and homemade cakes that defy expectations.
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight reveals his ambitious plan to establish Birmingham as Britain's central hub for film and television production, building on the city's manufacturing heritage.
Comedian Ruby Wax joins I'm A Celebrity 2025. Discover her £3.5m net worth, 36-year marriage to Ed Bye, and pioneering mental health advocacy.
Discover the South Staffordshire Railway Walk, a flat 5.5-mile route with rich history and lovely views. Ideal for walkers, cyclists, and wheelchair users. Plan your visit today!
The popular Four Oaks cafe has closed suddenly, leaving customers devastated and staff without jobs. The closure comes just months after the business changed hands.