Hotel insider tip: Arrive early for free upgrades
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!
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!
UK households with British Gas, EDF, EON, Ovo and Octopus can slash energy bills. Heating experts reveal electric blankets cost just 2p an hour to run, a cheap way to stay warm this winter.
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.
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?
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!
Discover enchanting Christmas light trails across Birmingham and the West Midlands you can still book for 2025. From Warwick Castle to botanical gardens, find your perfect festive family outing.
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.
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.
A man accused of exploiting and raping a 16-year-old runaway in a Walsall hotel room claims the allegations are a 'setup'. The trial continues at Birmingham Crown Court.
Discover Dormy House Hotel & Spa in the Cotswolds - the ultimate romantic winter escape with infinity pools, fine dining and luxury suites. Book your perfect retreat today.
Relive the magic of 'The Holiday' at The Ashford Arms in Derbyshire. Discover the cosy rooms, log fires, and essential tips for a perfect Peak District retreat.
A married man accused of raping a 16-year-old runaway told Birmingham Crown Court it was 'obvious' she was interested in him. The trial continues as four men deny multiple offences.
The historic Dogpool Hotel in Stirchley, Birmingham, has been transformed into Empress, a new Nigerian fine dining restaurant. Opening November 22, it aims to bring authentic flavours and a vibrant new chapter to the community.
Discover a simple winter warmth hack using a hot water bottle and a tote bag. Stay cosy on cold walks, but check your bottle's expiry date first to stay safe.
Discover Warwick Castle's enchanting 2025 Christmas event. From ice skating under Guy's Tower to a 500,000-light trail, it's the perfect festive family day out. Book your tickets now!
A prominent Leeds city centre office building is on the market for more than £4m. 84 Albion Street offers significant conversion potential into a boutique hotel or residential accommodation.
Darlington Mind's Mental Elf Festive 5k is back on November 30! Walk, jog, or run a scenic 5km in South Park to support local mental health services. Sign up now!
Aldi's popular Festive Bake is back on shelves for just 70p each, offering a budget-friendly alternative to Greggs' version. Discover the tasty details and other returning festive favourites.
Booking.com, Accor, Travelodge and Hilton face advertising bans for misleading room price claims. The ASA found 'from' prices overstated availability.
Fears mount over a potential UK tourist tax on hotel stays, a move criticised as a government U-turn that could cost holidaymakers over £500 million. Read the full details.
Don't miss the Hazbin Hotel season 2 finale! Episodes 7 & 8 drop November 19 at 8am GMT on Prime Video. Get cast details and plot teasers.
Llangollen gears up for its biggest Christmas Festival yet on November 29. Expect a festive parade, Sion Corn, market stalls & spectacular fireworks finale. Join the celebration!
Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledges to recover millions in 'excess profits' made by asylum hotel contractors, following a BirminghamLive investigation into a Sutton Coldfield hotel. Read the full story.
Mallory Court Hotel & Spa in Warwickshire has been named 'Large Hotel of the Year' at the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025. Discover this luxury retreat.
Help robins survive winter by creating a natural bug hotel in your garden. This simple 10-minute task provides crucial food when natural sources dwindle.
Benjamin Pesian, 25, died after falling from The Cube during psychotic episode. Inquest examines mental health care and systemic failures. Full hearing set for 2026.
Enter to win an overnight stay for two at the new Radisson RED London Twickenham. Prize includes dinner, breakfast & a stadium tour. Enter before 14 Dec 2025!