Free London events this weekend to shake off January blues
Discover free events in London this January, from art exhibitions and Dry January pints to quirky tube rides and fitness classes. Beat the cold without spending a penny.
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New Soft Play & Day Care Centre Opens in Birmingham
Party & Play, a new 700 sq m indoor playground in Erdington, opens March 2026 with role play areas, climbing frames & future day care plans for kids up to 10.
Free Birmingham 2026 Events: Your Essential Guide
Discover 12 fantastic free events and activities in Birmingham for 2026. From light festivals to heritage weeks, enjoy the city without spending a penny. Plan your year now!
Body found in River Avon, Pershore, police confirm
Police have recovered a body from the River Avon in Pershore, Worcestershire. The death is not being treated as suspicious. The family has been informed.
Ombersley: A Timeless West Midlands Village Gem
Explore Ombersley, a Worcestershire village with over 150 listed buildings. Just 40 minutes from Birmingham, it's a perfectly preserved historic escape. Discover its pubs, cafes, and Georgian grandeur.
Free Irish Dance Class for Over-55s in Manchester
Join a free Irish dancing social for over-55s in Manchester this January. Part of the Get Moving campaign with Yakult and Royal Voluntary Service, it's a fun way to stay active. Booking essential.
Lock-breaking burglars target Worcestershire village homes
Police warn residents after two break-in attempts in Astwood Bank and Redditch. Intruders used force to break locks, targeting vehicles. Call 101 with information.
Worcester's New Role Play Village & Bus Unveiled
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.
Double Decker Play Bus Opens at Worcestershire 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.
Urgent Search for Missing Man with Hand Injury in Evesham
Police are urgently searching for Barry Forrester, 45, missing from Evesham. He has a hand injury requiring medical attention. Call 999 with information.
Driver dies after Worcestershire crash with tree
A man in his 50s has died after his blue Volvo hit a tree on Goosehill Lane. Police are appealing for witnesses to the tragic Friday morning collision.
Scouts Need Volunteers for 250+ Youth Activities
The Scouts organisation reports growing demand for volunteers to support young people in developing key life skills through a vast programme of over 250 exciting activities. Find out how you can help.
Year of daily nature play boosts child's confidence
A mother and daughter from Penarth completed a 365-day outdoor challenge, swapping screens for nature. Discover how daily adventures improved mental health and sparked a lifelong love for the natural world.
Birmingham's Ice Rink and Big Wheel to Close This Sunday
Birmingham's major festive attractions, the Centenary Square ice rink and big wheel, close for the year on Sunday, January 4. Get your final skates and rides in this weekend.
Lincolnshire Wolds Outdoor Festival 2026 Seeks Participants
Community groups and businesses are invited to join the Lincolnshire Wolds Outdoor Festival from 16-31 May 2026. Showcase your services and promote wellbeing in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Reform UK ends Conservative control of Worcestershire Council
Reform UK seized minority control of Worcestershire County Council in 2025, ending two decades of Conservative rule. Discover the key events, financial crises, and political defections that reshaped the Midlands.
Police tackle violent disorder at Stourport caravan park
A major police operation responded to reports of violent disorder involving weapons and damaged vehicles at a Stourport caravan site. Several arrests made. Read the latest.
Birmingham Twixmas Guide: Shows, Skating & Trails
Your essential guide to festive fun in Birmingham between Christmas and New Year 2025/26. Discover pantos, ice skating, light trails and winter walks.
Village objects to six bungalows on 'inappropriate' site
Residents and parish councillors in Charlton, Worcestershire, strongly oppose plans for six bungalows on agricultural land, citing traffic and sustainability concerns. Read the full story.
Four bungalows planned for disused Worcestershire pub car park
A developer has submitted plans to build four dormer bungalows on the former car park of The Coventry Arms in Upton Snodsbury, a site vacant since 2017. Read the latest on this brownfield development.
Key Worcestershire Construction Projects Advancing in 2026
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.
Avian Flu Confirmed in Worcestershire Poultry
A highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 outbreak has been confirmed at a commercial poultry site near Alvechurch. Protection zones are in place. Read the latest.
Clent: A Peaceful West Midlands Village Escape
Discover Clent, a serene Worcestershire village just 10 miles from Birmingham. Offering stunning Clent Hills walks, panoramic views, and a cosy food scene, it's the perfect 2026 getaway.
Best Things to Do Between Christmas & New Year 2025
Discover the ultimate guide to festive events in Birmingham, Solihull, Warwick & beyond. From light trails to pantos and ice skating, plan your perfect Twixmas break.
What Your Surname Reveals About Your Family's Past
This festive quiz explores what your surname might hint about your family history this Christmas. Discover your festive family score and the stories behind the names.
Card games boost memory and strategic thinking
Rediscover screen-free fun this festive season. Playing classic card games like Uno and Bridge provides a powerful cognitive workout, improving problem-solving, memory, and lowering dementia risk.
Birmingham Twixmas Guide: Things to Do Before New Year
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.
Shoplifters Sing 'Santa Baby' During Christmas Theft
A pair of brazen shoplifters were caught on CCTV singing 'Santa Baby' while stealing from a Worcestershire family shop. Owners Catherine and Patrick Badham were horrified by the festive theft.
Weston-super-Mare: Classic Brummie Seaside Getaway
Discover why Weston-super-Mare remains a favourite festive beach destination for Birmingham families. Explore donkey rides, the Sky Wheel, and the Grand Pier, all within a two-hour drive.
Birmingham's only Christmas Day attraction revealed
Discover the one Birmingham attraction hosting festive fun on December 25th. Planet Ice in Solihull opens for special ice skating sessions. Book now to avoid disappointment.
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