Birmingham rejects student flats on historic pub site
Birmingham Council refuses 263-bed student block on former Golden Eagle pub site over heritage concerns. Discover the full story behind the decision.
Birmingham Council refuses 263-bed student block on former Golden Eagle pub site over heritage concerns. Discover the full story behind the decision.
Discover why Kinver, a picturesque West Midlands village, is the perfect winter destination with its charming Christmas market, cosy pub, and scenic walks. Plan your visit now!
The Bull, a historic 17th Century pub in the desirable Rodington village, is set for auction on December 10 with a £235,000+ guide price. Discover this unique investment opportunity.
JD Wetherspoon is opening its first European pub at Alicante airport in January 2026. The 'Castell de Santa Barbera' will serve British classics and Spanish dishes. Read more.
The Talbot in Kempsey applies to rebuild a collapsed brick wall in its beer garden, damaged by ivy and a tree stump, to ensure public safety and preserve the Grade II listed building.
The Bull, a 17th-century Grade II-listed pub in Rodington, is set for auction on 10 December. Discover this unique investment opportunity in the West Midlands.
JD Wetherspoon announces its first continental European pub at Alicante Airport, serving British favourites and Spanish dishes from January 2026. Discover the new holiday hotspot venue.
JD Wetherspoon unveils its festive menu for 2025, featuring new dishes and meal deals. Discover what's new and which two popular items won't be returning this Christmas season.
Discover why The Lyttelton Arms in Stourbridge delivers the ultimate festive experience with its Christmas menu and twinkly atmosphere. Plan your visit today!
Wetherspoons partners with University of Birmingham's Guild of Students to open a new affordable pub on campus in 2026, creating jobs and supporting student life.
Wetherspoons announces eight new pub locations for 2026, including a unique partnership with the University of Birmingham's student union bar. Discover the full expansion plans.
Woolton Village hosts Brothers and Sisters of Soul: Motown Spectacular on Friday 5th December. Tickets £12. Enjoy classic hits, DJ set & late bar. Book now!
MP Liam Byrne urges the Government to reconsider its rejection of a public inquiry into the 1974 Birmingham pub bombings that killed 21. Victims' families demand truth and justice.
The Merry Boys Inn in Wolverhampton is undergoing a major £383,000 refurbishment, transforming into a Grandstand sports pub. Reopening December 10 with big screens and new menu.
Solihull Council approves controversial advertising signs on Meriden roundabout despite villagers' objections about driver distraction and visual impact. Decision follows 15-year precedent.
Experience the magic of Bournville's Christmas Festival on Saturday, November 29. Enjoy festive stalls, a lights switch-on, and Santa's Grotto. Free entry!
Stonegate Group, owner of Slug & Lettuce, explores a potential £1bn sale of 1,000 pubs to tackle its £3bn debt. Discover the impact on Birmingham venues.
Explore Welford-on-Avon, a picturesque West Midlands village perfect for scenic winter walks and cosy pub lunches. Discover its charm and community spirit.
A man was rushed to hospital after an assault on Lichfield Street in Wolverhampton city centre. Police are appealing for witnesses to the Saturday night incident.
A festive review of Wetherspoons' Christmas menu reveals a surprising omission in their roast dinner. Discover if this budget-friendly option delivers holiday cheer.
Discover Twyning, an ancient Domesday book village near Birmingham. Explore river walks, a historic pub, and the new Cotswolds Designer Outlet for a perfect Christmas shopping weekend.
Wetherspoons has launched its 2025 Christmas menu with new festive items, but some favourites are missing and prices have increased by 16%. Available until December 31.
The Weoley Castle in Birmingham has reopened after a huge six-figure refurbishment, creating five new jobs and offering pints from £2.80. Discover the new look today!
Wetherspoons confirms five new pub openings in Bristol, Croydon, Stockton-on-Tees, Beaconsfield and Wetherby by 2026. Discover the full expansion plans and locations.
We tried Wetherspoons' new festive Big Cheese burgers. The plant-based and chicken options left us underwhelmed. Would you order them again?
The British Institute of Innkeeping warns 35% of pubs could close without immediate government intervention in the Autumn Budget. Urgent tax cuts are needed.
Plans for a 263-bed student accommodation on the former Golden Eagle pub site in Birmingham have been recommended for approval. The development promises regeneration benefits while acknowledging heritage concerns.
Plans for a 263-bed student accommodation block on the former Golden Eagle pub site in Birmingham city centre have been recommended for approval. The development aims to transform this prominent location.
A 40-year-old man has been arrested following two separate assaults in Birmingham where women were kicked. Police are continuing their investigation and appealing for witnesses.
Paper and Word, the UK's first physical bookshop dedicated solely to fantasy literature, opens in Bebington Village on November 15. Discover magical reads and bookish products.