Second scrutiny for Walsall Leather Museum relocation
A 3,235-signature petition to save Walsall Leather Museum will be debated at a public council meeting, as critics accuse the authority of mishandling a key heritage asset.
A 3,235-signature petition to save Walsall Leather Museum will be debated at a public council meeting, as critics accuse the authority of mishandling a key heritage asset.
Discover the top ten iconic places for a perfect West Midlands day trip, from historic estates to poignant memorials. Plan your visit now!
Walsall Leather Museum will announce its new location within six to eight weeks after plans to sell its historic home sparked a 3,377-signature petition. Read the latest.
Walsall Council leader faces accusations over Leather Museum closure plans and a secret new location offer. Get the latest on the heritage row and SEND school plans.
The RAF Red Arrows have appointed Wing Commander Sasha Nash as their first ever female Officer Commanding, marking a historic moment for the iconic display team. Read the full story.
Luke Jerram's stunning 7-metre moon installation arrives in Cardiff this March. Experience free lunar art, events & a real moon rock. Book tickets now.
Discover Birmingham's unique character through a new A-Z exhibition at Birmingham Museum. From Balti to the Archers, explore 26 quirky reasons that define the city.
A Rochdale charity secures £74,685 to expand its creative 'Blissful Bumps' programme, offering vital mental health support to expectant parents. Discover how this initiative is building a stronger community.
Due to phenomenal public demand, the 'Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero' exhibition at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery has been extended until September 2026. Plan your visit now.
The 'Working Class Hero' exhibition in Birmingham has been extended until September 2026 due to phenomenal demand, attracting 425,000 fans. Plan your visit now.
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery will close from 2pm on Thursday 8 January and all day Friday 9 January due to an amber weather warning for heavy snow from Storm Goretti.
A major retrospective of Andy Hollingworth's photos of UK comedy icons, from Ken Dodd to Joe Lycett, opens at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery in February 2026. Book tickets now.
Walsall Council submits plans to convert the Leather Museum into a SEND college facility, despite a 3,300-signature petition. Decision expected next month.
Explore the West Midlands Police Museum in Coventry. Discover cell sleepovers for youth groups, the Fashion Police exhibition, and how it honours fallen officers. Plan your visit now.
The daughter of Cluedo's inventor donates rare early versions and letters to Birmingham Museum. See the game's history where it was first created.
The Treasury will insure the historic Bayeux Tapestry for £800m during its UK loan. Discover how the Government Indemnity Scheme makes this cultural exchange possible.
The Rochdale Pioneers Museum, birthplace of the co-operative movement, is named one of Historic England's 100 most important UK heritage sites. Discover its story and local creative projects.
RAF veteran Barrie Griffiths urges Hertfordshire residents to post messages of support for veterans this Christmas via Help for Heroes. Small gestures can combat loneliness.
The RAF Red Arrows team brought festive joy to Lincoln County Hospital, delivering teddy bears and gifts funded by a £1,000 fitness fundraising challenge. Read about the heartwarming visit.
RAF Regiment's Howard Kniveton from Rotherham will hike 500 miles in 20 days, wild camping in winter, to raise £5,000 for SSAFA, supporting veterans like Nick.
Birmingham Museum's new Hidden Spaces tours reveal century-old football rivalry graffiti scrawled by builders in the rafters. Discover the city's working-class history.
Join author Duncan Beedie for a rockin' book reading of 'Heavy Metal Badger' at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery on 13 Dec. Interactive sessions & signed copies. Book tickets now!
Birmingham Museums Trust launches a vital £2 million public fundraising campaign to save the city's cultural heritage. Your support is needed to keep our museums open.
Discover how to visit The Star of Bethlehem, a huge hidden watercolour in Birmingham Museum. Free tours available this December. Don't miss this festive wonder!
Bournville's charming Christmas Festival returns on November 29 with Santa, crafts & lights. Discover the unique alcohol-free tradition in Birmingham's historic village.
A new photographic exhibition in Broxtowe showcases inspirational local women and their community contributions. Open until December 20. Plan your visit today!
RAF Valley servicemen complete 80-mile fundraising trek through storms to Broughton House Veteran Care Village, raising £1,500+ for veterans during Remembrance Week.
Discover Birmingham Museum's hidden corridors, wartime mortuary and secret spaces in special 140th anniversary tours. Book now for unique access to areas normally off-limits.
A Lincolnshire cottage museum preserving a 102-year-old's simple life has won a 2025 VisitEngland Hidden Gem Accolade. Discover this award-winning window into the past.
A petition to save Walsall Leather Museum from relocation has surpassed 1,800 signatures. Locals demand transparency from the council over plans to move the museum for a SEND college.