Demolition starts on Edgbaston's Raglan and Priory Stands, paving the way for a new £46m stand and Radisson RED hotel ahead of the 2027 Ashes. The project will boost jobs and the local economy.
Discover the ultimate guide to Birmingham's festive weekend before Christmas 2025. From the iconic Frankfurt Market to light trails and pantomimes, plan your perfect seasonal visit.
NatWest urges UK hotel guests to verify Wi-Fi networks via official guest books to avoid 'evil twin' scams this December. Essential festive travel safety tips.
Three Birmingham men are among a gang sentenced to 82 years for a pre-planned, violent knifepoint robbery at a Hereford music studio. Read the full details of the attack and sentencing.
Timothy Little, 44, used a shovel to smash a shop door and threatened staff with a knife during a chocolate-stealing spree in the Black Country. He has been sentenced to over five years in prison.
A bride suffered life-changing injuries after plunging 25ft from a hotel window on her wedding night. Read the full court details and outcome of her negligence claim.
A 15-year-old boy was shaken after a robbery by four masked youths near Sutton Coldfield Railway Station. His iPhone X was stolen. Police have arrested a 19-year-old man. Call 101 with info.
Former Strictly Come Dancing star Layton Williams shares a frightening warning after two men tried to rob him in central London. Read his full story and safety advice.
Three teenagers, including one from Birmingham, have been arrested on suspicion of robbery after a boy was punched, kicked and robbed of his e-bike in Lichfield city centre. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Booking.com has extended its Black Friday sale, offering hotel rooms across Europe for as little as £9 per night. The final chance to book these incredible deals ends today, 3rd December.
Travelodge launches free festive 'wrapping rooms' in three UK hotels to help parents hide gifts. Book a 75-minute slot from December 10th to wrap in peace.
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a robbery at a shop on Hales Lane, Smethwick. Two men, one armed with a knife, stole items before fleeing. Call 101 with info.
West Midlands Police are appealing for help to identify a man after a robbery at a shop in Sandringham Place, Stourbridge, on September 2. Staff tried to stop him.
Discover Middle Eight, a stylish five-star Covent Garden hotel offering exceptional hospitality and prime location at surprisingly accessible prices from £200-£300 per night.
Discover how one journalist experienced five-star luxury at the Celtic Manor Resort for just £90, including a surprise dinner discount and festive grandeur. A must-read for UK travel deals.
Stafford town centre is set for a major transformation with plans for 100 new homes and a 100-bedroom hotel in the Eastgate area. The £30m project aims to boost the local economy and create new jobs.
Former hotel receptionist explains how arriving before check-in time significantly boosts your chances of scoring a complimentary room upgrade. Learn the insider strategy now!
Birmingham City Council confirms major road safety overhaul for 2026, including 30mph limits on 27 roads and new speed cameras. Drivers urged to prepare for changes.
Five men sentenced to 72 years for a terrifying daylight ram-raid on a Birmingham jewellers. They must repay £250k or face more prison time. Read the full story.
Asylum seekers in Worcester, who escaped religious persecution and death threats, feel 'very vulnerable' after summer protests. A local charity calls for a refugee forum.
Police are appealing for witnesses after two men were punched and kicked unconscious outside the Village Hotel in Dudley. Call 101 with information.
A 58-year-old man has been sentenced to life for the murder of 87-year-old John Mackey, whom he robbed for his shopping. Read the full story and see how justice was served.
Richard Taylor, 42, appears at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court charged with assault after two women were pushed into a road in Dudley. One victim sustained facial grazes.
Travelodge launches a Black Friday deal with 30% off the cheapest night on stays of two nights or more. Book by December 2nd for travel between Christmas and February.
Discover why one writer believes splurging £14 on a Hotel Chocolat Advent calendar is worth it for superior, vegan chocolate. Is it time to upgrade your festive treat?
Richard Freeman, 37, jailed for 32 months after locking a door during a brutal robbery where a victim was assaulted with a hammer and boiling water with sugar. Read the full court details.
Wowcher's Black Friday deal offers four-star Cotswolds hotel stay for two with dinner, breakfast and late checkout from just £69. Limited availability - book now!
A woman was injured during an attempted robbery outside Lidl on Bolebridge Street in Tamworth. Staffordshire Police are appealing for witnesses to the Saturday incident to come forward.
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.
The Castle Hotel in Bishop's Castle, Shropshire, wins the Good Hotel Guide 2026 Editor's Choice. Discover this perfect winter getaway just 90 minutes from Birmingham.