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.
Lloyds Banking Group has finished a major £116 million refurbishment of its Halifax office, creating a modern workspace for 3,500 people and boosting local talent. Read the full story.
Discover the leading UK staycation destinations for 2026, from the Yorkshire Dales to the Scottish Highlands. Plan your perfect sustainable domestic break now.
Octopus Energy partners with Barratt Redrow to build 54 homes where residents pay no energy bills for a decade. The scheme uses solar panels and heat pumps.
Octopus Energy and Barratt Redrow are building 54 'Zero Bills' homes in Bedfordshire and Gloucestershire. Residents will pay nothing for energy for a decade. Read how this sustainable initiative works.
A shocking 216 million pieces of children's clothing are thrown away in the UK annually. Discover the facts and the innovative solutions aiming to tackle fashion waste.
Aldi is letting customers book its £3.30 Too Good To Go 'Surprise Bags' up to five days early this Christmas to cut food waste. Find out the key dates and how to save.
Stella McCartney's fashion brand sees pre-tax losses widen to £33.5m with revenues falling to a 15-year low of £16m. Discover the full financial details and the impact of her buyback from LVMH.
Plans for the UK's first Universal Studios theme park near Cambridgeshire have been approved, promising 8,000 permanent jobs and a £50bn economic boost. Discover the details.
West Midlands Safari Park is building eight new lodges due to high demand. Four Giraffe Lodges and four Rhino Lodges will open in 2026, offering unique overnight wildlife experiences. Bookings are now open.
Octopus Energy becomes the official zero-carbon energy partner for Forest's 20,000 London e-bikes, accelerating sustainable transport. Employees and customers gain exclusive ride benefits.
Butlin's holiday resorts bounce back from a £74.2m loss to a £28.3m pre-tax profit in 2024. CEO Jon Hendry Pickup outlines investment plans ahead of the brand's 90th anniversary.
Discover why Carfume's refillable, luxury car fragrance sets are trending. Offering sustainable, subtle scents for under £7, they're a viral hit. Find your perfect scent today.
The UK's advertising watchdog has banned adverts from Nike, Superdry and Lacoste for making misleading environmental claims. Read the full details of the rulings.
A 70-year-old grandmother has spent over £125,000 in legal fees battling to save her self-built eco-cabin from council bulldozers. Discover her fight for a sustainable home.
Raylo Business now offers the iPhone 17 and other Apple tech from just £19.81/month with no upfront cost. Flexible subscriptions help SMEs upgrade devices sustainably.
A revolutionary road project on the A47 in East Anglia, using 90% recycled materials and hydrogen-powered machinery, is slashing carbon emissions. Discover how this paves the way for greener UK infrastructure.
Discover Coventry's authentic side with our guide to 7 hidden gems, from a 14th-century monastery to medieval streets. Explore the city like a local.
Discover Birmingham and West Midlands' quirky hidden attractions beyond the usual tourist spots. Explore catacombs, pagodas and industrial art spaces.
Plans for a major new infrastructure-led town, Wychavon, near Worcestershire Parkway Station are revealed. 10,000 energy-efficient homes and community facilities planned.
Hundreds of UK leisure centres face closure due to financial pressures. Discover how the #DoYourBit campaign is empowering communities to save local sports facilities through sustainable fundraising.
Amazon's Black Friday sale slashes the SodaStream Terra to just £53.99, its lowest price this year. Save over £60 on this sustainable fizzy drink maker.
Expert Mike Berners-Lee warns UK households to avoid out-of-season produce like lettuce and asparagus this winter to reduce carbon emissions. Go seasonal for a greener diet.
AJP Recruitment has been named the North East's Fastest Growing Small Business of the Year. Discover how their steady, sustainable approach powered their remarkable rise.
West of England leaders endorse a proposed tourist tax on overnight stays to fund transport and local projects. Find out how this could transform the region's visitor economy.
Discover stunning West Midlands beauty spots perfect for a winter visit. From panoramic hills to historic castles, find your next scenic adventure.
Fodor's Travel reveals its 2026 No List, highlighting destinations struggling with overtourism. Discover which popular spots need a breather and why sustainable travel matters now.
Inquest into Hayley Dowell's death after cosmetic surgery in Istanbul is postponed. The coroner raises concerns over Brits seeking elective procedures abroad.
Liverpool's £2 overnight visitor charge will proceed after the government rejected a legal challenge. The levy, expected to generate millions, will boost the city's visitor economy.
English mayors including Sadiq Khan and Andy Burnham gain powers to impose a tourist tax on hotel stays to fund local projects, despite hospitality sector opposition.