Birmingham's Best Places to Visit in 2026
Discover Birmingham's dynamic cultural scene for 2026. Explore historic canals, Michelin-starred dining, the Jewellery Quarter, and world-class art. Plan your visit today.
Discover Birmingham's dynamic cultural scene for 2026. Explore historic canals, Michelin-starred dining, the Jewellery Quarter, and world-class art. Plan your visit today.
Birmingham's iconic Villa Park, Edgbaston Stadium, Botanical Gardens and Jewellery Quarter are all set for major redevelopment, securing their future and boosting the local economy. Discover the plans.
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.
Walsall Council unveils a 15-year framework to regenerate five key areas, including new homes, a relocated arena, and canal kayaking. Discover the full vision for 2026-2040.
A former TK Maxx employee reveals insider tips for the biggest Boxing Day and January sales bargains, including the meaning of yellow labels and the best times to shop.
Lifestyle experts name the eight best areas to live in the West Midlands in 2026. Discover the top picks, from Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter to vibrant Kings Heath.
Birmingham City FC has appointed global architects Populous to design their new training centre at the Sports Quarter, a key step in the major east Birmingham regeneration project. Discover the plans.
Birmingham City's owners Knighthead have selected global architects Populous to design the club's new unified training centre at the Sports Quarter, a key step in the major redevelopment project.
A new public artwork in Birmingham pays homage to a Banksy mural to draw attention to rising homelessness this winter. The installation supports charity SIFA Fireside.
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.
Strictly Come Dancing finalist Amber Davies shares an emotional Instagram post after missing out on the glitterball trophy and addresses the online abuse she faced throughout the 2025 series. Read her full statement.
YouTuber George Clarke finished third in the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final. In an emotional statement, he reveals how the show helped him discover self-belief and praises partner Alexis Warr.
Strictly Come Dancing 2025 finalist George Clarke announces his BBC Radio 1 debut on Christmas Day, following the dance contest finale. Catch him from 3pm.
Tess Daly's daughter Phoebe shared an emotional TikTok from the Strictly Come Dancing final, revealing she was 'crying' as her mum presented for the last time. Read the touching farewell details.
Sir Tom Jones shares the poignant final request from his wife of 59 years, Linda, before her 2016 cancer death, inspiring a song on his new album. Discover the story of their lifelong love.
A Father Christmas installation has appeared by a Banksy mural in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter, raising funds for the SIFA Fireside homelessness charity this Christmas.
Zoe Ball presents her final BBC Radio 2 Saturday show, expressing 'huge respect' for listeners. Emma Willis is confirmed as her replacement. Read the full story.
Explore Birmingham's fading 'ghost signs' - hand-painted adverts on brickwork that offer a unique glimpse into the city's industrial and commercial heritage. Discover where to find them.
Former footballer Karen Carney is now the bookies' favourite to lift the Glitterball Trophy in Saturday's Strictly Come Dancing final. Get the latest odds and final preview.
Strictly Come Dancing finalist Amber Davies posts an emotional tribute to her fellow competitors just 24 hours before the glitterball final. Get the latest odds and final details.
Former Strictly Come Dancing star Ola Jordan claims the BBC has 'pushed the narrative' for Karen Carney to win. Get the latest on the betting odds and final night drama.
Thomas Skinner will miss the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final, breaking the show's tradition. Get all the details on the absent star and who's competing for the Glitterball.
Over 30 firefighters battled a significant blaze in a derelict Birmingham factory. Six crews attended the scene on Barr Street. Read the latest updates on the incident.
Strictly Come Dancing head judge Shirley Ballas shares tragic loss of beloved aunt just days before the glittering final. Read her touching tribute and see the support from co-stars.
A major fire broke out at a derelict three-storey building on Barr Street, Birmingham. Road closures are in place as multiple fire crews tackle the blaze. Avoid the area.
Strictly Come Dancing finalist Karen Carney makes an emotional confession about how the BBC show rebuilt her confidence. Read her heartfelt story ahead of Saturday's grand final.
A life-size Santa figure has mysteriously appeared at Banksy's 2019 Jewellery Quarter artwork. Is it the artist's return or a brilliant tribute? Discover the clues.
EastEnders actress Balvinder Sopal appeared to aim a veiled comment at Love Island's Amber Davies after her Strictly Come Dancing exit. Get the full story on the semi-final drama.
Find out the exact time Emily in Paris Season 5 drops on Netflix globally on December 18th. Will this be the final season? All the details here.
Lioness Karen Carney is the new favourite to lift the Glitterball trophy in the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 final this Saturday. Get the latest odds and final details.