Kelly Osbourne Shares Brummie Christmas Family Tradition
Kelly Osbourne receives Lord Mayor's Award for late father Ozzy and reveals her family's heartfelt Birmingham Christmas market tradition with son Sidney. Read her touching tribute.
Kelly Osbourne receives Lord Mayor's Award for late father Ozzy and reveals her family's heartfelt Birmingham Christmas market tradition with son Sidney. Read her touching tribute.
The Independent's guide to the UK's best festive markets features Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market and Worcester Christmas Fayre. Discover dates, highlights, and what makes them special.
A man in his 60s suffered serious injuries after being hit by a bus outside Digbeth Coach Station. Police confirm he is stable. Witnesses urged to come forward.
A man in his 60s is in a stable condition after being struck by a bus outside Digbeth Coach Station. Police are appealing for witnesses to the serious incident.
A man has been rushed to hospital with potentially serious injuries after being hit by a bus on Digbeth High Street. Emergency services were called to the scene opposite Birmingham Coach Station.
Explore Digbeth, Birmingham's coolest neighbourhood, where vibrant street art and independent shops have been ranked among the UK's best for Gen Z. Discover the must-see murals.
Discover how Birmingham's Christmas celebrations have transformed over the last century through 26 nostalgic photographs showing festive markets, decorations and community spirit.
Birmingham's two Christmas markets go head-to-head in our festive comparison. Discover which market offers the best food, gifts and atmosphere this winter season.
Birmingham's Original Patty Men restaurant reveals how they gained millions of social media views and became a city institution. Discover their journey from street food to permanent home.
Discover five magical Christmas markets across the West Midlands this December 2025. From Birmingham's Cathedral Square to a Victorian market in Sutton Coldfield, find unique gifts and festive fun.
Forum Digbeth announces major expansion, doubling capacity to 4,000 with new warehouse space The Annexe. Opening December 20, it marks a new era for Birmingham's live music scene.
Legendary Birmingham nightclub Forum Digbeth is doubling its capacity to 4,000 with a new warehouse space, The Annexe, opening 20 December. Discover the new chapter for the city's nightlife.
Merry Hill announces extended Christmas shopping hours, a new North Pole Express with Santa, and a festive artisan market. Plan your visit to the West Midlands centre now!
The Horrors celebrated their new album 'Night Life' with a magnificent sold-out show in Birmingham. Read our full review of their genre-bending performance.
Birmingham's Digbeth district, with Gibb Street and Floodgate Street, has been ranked among the UK's top destinations for independent shopping. Discover unique gifts and a creative vibe this winter.
Birmingham council approves transformative Phoenix Yard scheme creating a 'key gateway' with homes, student accommodation, and commercial space in Digbeth's creative quarter.
Over 100 new billboards across Birmingham celebrate the city's unique character, featuring stars like Steven Knight. Discover the campaign championing Brum's people and creative future.
West Midlands Police uncovered a shotgun, imitation firearms, Class A drugs and illegal alcohol during coordinated raids in Digbeth. Four arrests made in city-wide crackdown.
Discover why Stratford-upon-Avon's traditional Victorian Christmas market is a cheaper, more atmospheric alternative to Birmingham's for 2025. Plan your festive visit now!
Birmingham City chairman Tom Wagner calls Jude Bellingham 'the best player in the world' and hints at a future return after the unveiling of the club's planned 62,000-seater Digbeth Loc stadium.
Gibb Street and Floodgate Street in Digbeth rank among the UK's top high streets for Gen Z independent shopping, according to new research. Discover the full list.
Birmingham City Council approves the major Phoenix Yard development in Digbeth, creating a key gateway with 205 homes, student accommodation, and commercial space.
Discover 9 enchanting villages and towns near Birmingham perfect for a festive day trip this Christmas. Find cosy escapes, traditional markets, and winter walks.
Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight reveals his ambitious plan to establish Birmingham as Britain's central hub for film and television production, building on the city's manufacturing heritage.
Discover five enchanting Christmas market breaks across Europe with incredible savings. From Paris to Tallinn, book these festive getaways before they sell out.
Explore Birmingham's vibrant street art scene and hidden cultural treasures. From Digbeth's creative hubs to free art trails, discover where to find creativity in Brum.
Major plans to transform a Birmingham city block into a new 'gateway' for Digbeth are recommended for approval. The scheme includes homes, student accommodation, and commercial space.
Discover Gothmas in Birmingham this December 7th. This unique alternative market offers taxidermy, tattoos, and gothic gifts, a world away from traditional festive fairs.
Birmingham artist MeMe Detroit delivered a spectacular EP fundraising show at Deadwax in Digbeth, featuring special guests and a vibrant mix of acoustic and full-band performances. Discover the highlights of this unforgettable evening.
Discover seven picturesque West Midlands market towns where local businesses are counting on festive visitors to survive the crucial Christmas trading period.