Wetherspoons opens first European pub in Spain
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 announces its first continental European pub at Alicante Airport, serving British favourites and Spanish dishes from January 2026. Discover the new holiday hotspot venue.
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.
Wiltshire Council approves plans to convert the historic Wadworth brewery in Devizes into 22 homes and commercial space, preserving heritage artefacts and creating a new public courtyard.
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.
A festive review of Wetherspoons' Christmas menu reveals a surprising omission in their roast dinner. Discover if this budget-friendly option delivers holiday cheer.
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 historic Manchester complex has been given a new lease of life as a £30m student accommodation project. The 321-bed development sensitively blends 125-year-old buildings with modern facilities. Discover how the past meets the present.
Discover the finest country pubs in the West Midlands for a luxurious, stress-free Christmas Day. Enjoy festive menus and idyllic settings for a memorable family celebration.
Discover 13 breathtaking castles for a perfect family day out in the West Midlands. Explore majestic towers, ancient walls, and centuries of history.
Discover unique Christmas gifts at Woodsome Hall's enchanting Christmas Fayre on Sunday, November 23. Explore the 15th-century building and enjoy festive food. Free entry.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a car tax shake-up targeting 697,000 classic vehicle owners. Learn how this potential 'tax grab' could impact Britain's motoring heritage.
Dudley Council to decide on plans transforming Stourbridge's historic Titan Works into a major retirement complex with 150 care home beds and 39 apartments.
Discover the five legendary Birmingham pubs named among the UK's roughest in a viral X thread. These closed boozers, from the West End Bar to the Monkey House, have stories to tell.
Heritage campaigners sound alarm as Burslem's historic town centre faces being added to England's 'at risk' register, with iconic buildings deteriorating and urgent action needed to save Stoke-on-Trent's mother town.
The beloved American candy retailer has made its triumphant return to Birmingham's Bullring, drawing massive queues of eager shoppers craving their favourite US imports and classic sweets.
Dover's historic Cavell Van, a WWI ambulance vehicle, returns for a poignant Remembrance event after extensive restoration, honouring wartime nurses and local heritage.
The Old Crown in Digbeth takes a firm stance against disruptive large groups, implementing a ban on stag and hen parties that's winning praise from locals and setting a new standard for pub culture.
The Old Crown in Digbeth takes firm stance against unsupervised children after incidents of disruption, receiving overwhelming support from patrons.
A vibrant new mural celebrating Birmingham's iconic People's Pool has been unveiled at Moseley Road Baths, transforming the historic building's exterior while honouring its community heritage.
A retired teacher from Solihull has been sentenced to prison after being convicted of sexually abusing young boys during the 1970s and 1980s, following a courageous investigation into historical offences.
Community campaigners in Birmingham are fighting to save a historic Handsworth building from demolition, arguing it represents a vital piece of local heritage worth preserving for future generations.
Exciting new plans revealed for Wolverhampton's iconic Beatties building as developers unveil vision for luxury apartments and commercial spaces in the heart of the city.
Vintage photographs reveal the golden age of Birmingham shopping, from bustling market stalls to grand department stores that defined a generation.
Birmingham's iconic Bull Ring Markets could be demolished as part of the massive £2 billion Paradise Circus regeneration scheme, raising concerns about the future of the city's historic trading heart.