Birmingham Light Festival Returns in 2026
Birmingham Light Festival is back in February 2026, expanding to new areas like Bullring. Discover the free illuminated art trail and how to get involved.
Birmingham Light Festival is back in February 2026, expanding to new areas like Bullring. Discover the free illuminated art trail and how to get involved.
Manchester Business Park near the airport has been acquired by Manchester Holdings Limited in a deal exceeding £19.5 million. The 195,000 sq ft estate is 94% let to major tenants including PZ Cussons and Emirates.
A mother was knocked down in a Birmingham hospital car park during a road rage incident. Aprile Rogan received a suspended sentence. Read the full court details.
Somers Wood Caravan Park in Meriden has been crowned the West Midlands' best caravan park and best adult-only site. Discover this award-winning retreat just 30 minutes from Birmingham.
Explore Woodgate Valley Country Park in Birmingham - a stunning 450-acre green space perfect for dog walking, family days out and nature lovers. Discover the animal farm, café and walking trails.
The iconic Coca-Cola Christmas Truck is touring 15 UK cities for 2025. Get the latest on stops, dates, and its charity partnership with FareShare.
Plans for a major expansion of Shobnall Retail Park in Burton have been approved, bringing a new M&S, a drive-thru Greggs, and a 24-lane bowling alley. The development will create 150 jobs and add 400 parking spaces. Discover the full details of this exci
Residents reveal growing unease in Birmingham city centre following a series of violent incidents, including a fatal attack. West Midlands Police increase patrols.
West Midlands Police increases patrols after a teenager is stabbed near the Bullring. Three charged as force vows to keep city centre safe for Christmas market visitors.
A motorist's car was severely damaged in a Tesco car wash, with a £750 repair bill. Tesco refused the complaint, citing a maintenance report. Read the full story.
Birmingham's street lighting cuts have left central areas in darkness, raising safety fears after a tragic stabbing. Council, Mayor and Bullring respond.
Two men and a 15-year-old boy are charged after a 17-year-old was stabbed near The Bull statue in Birmingham city centre. Police increase patrols following the incident.
West Midlands Police have increased high-visibility patrols in Birmingham city centre following two stabbing incidents. The enhanced security will continue around the clock.
Birmingham's iconic New Street Station media screens will be reactivated in 2026 after years of darkness. The Bullring owner confirms plans to restore the landmark displays.
Birmingham's iconic New Street station LED screens, dark for years, will finally be reactivated in 2026. Discover the full story behind the revival of these city landmarks.
Discover 5 top-rated playgrounds in Kent with excellent cafés, perfect for parents seeking a coffee break while their children play. Plan your next family day out.
West Midlands Police confirm four separate stabbings in Birmingham city centre are not connected. A 34-year-old woman was fatally wounded. Get the latest updates.
A series of four stabbings, including one fatal attack, has shaken Birmingham city centre in just over a month. Police reassure the public while investigations continue.
A 14-year-old among five arrested after 17-year-old stabbed near Bullring. Police condemn 'unacceptable violence' as extra patrols deployed across Birmingham.
Construction begins on a substation for a new South Yorkshire solar park set to power 18,800 homes. The project promises local jobs and a £50k annual community fund. #GreenEnergy #Yorkshire
Birmingham's Bullring sees major retail shifts as White Stuff returns to Grand Central after a year's absence, while Muffin Break makes way for SushiDog. Discover the latest shopping updates.
Black Sheep Coffee is set to open in Birmingham's Grand Central on November 13, replacing Costa Coffee. The change is part of a major refresh of the shopping centre's food and drink offerings.
UK drivers face a rodent crisis as rats chew car wiring and seatbelts, with claims soaring 28%. One driver faced a £24,000 bill. Be vigilant this winter.
Everything you need to know about South Park Season 28 Episode 3 release time, streaming details and what to expect from the latest episode.
Muffin Break has closed its Bullring cafe after 11 years, making way for SushiDog to open in January 2026. Discover the full story behind the change.
Discover Mindful Living Co's new pop-up in Birmingham Bullring. Shop unique crystals, smudge kits & wellness gifts from £5.50. Open until January 2026.
Discover 8 stunning winter walks in the West Midlands to boost your wellbeing this November and December. Explore canals, hills, and parks for crisp morning adventures.
James Murdoch, 43, sentenced to 16 months for careless driving that killed Victoria Blair, 77, in Northumberland car park. Read the full court details.
Grammy-winning superstars Maroon 5 are set to light up London's Hyde Park this summer as part of American Express presents BST Hyde Park. Discover everything you need to know about dates, tickets, and what promises to be an unforgettable performance.
Birmingham city centre faces major disruption as Corporation Street closes for emergency works near the Bullring, causing significant traffic delays and alternative route challenges for drivers.