Staffordshire Playbarn Cafe Opens for Adult-Only Dining
Hockerhill Adventure Playbarn near Birmingham now welcomes adults to its cafe without a play ticket on Mondays in term time. Enjoy brunch, lunch, and meetings in a vibrant setting.
Hockerhill Adventure Playbarn near Birmingham now welcomes adults to its cafe without a play ticket on Mondays in term time. Enjoy brunch, lunch, and meetings in a vibrant setting.
A Rugby Borough Council panel will decide whether to ask the government to cancel May's local elections, citing a £160k saving and upcoming council reorganisation. Read the full story.
Explore the stunning Warwickshire village of Ilmington, a Cotswold beauty spot with hillside walks, a community-run cafe, and a historic pub. Perfect for a day trip from Birmingham.
A cafe and spa in Vietnam's Nha Trang pays homage to Birmingham, UK. Discover the quirky details and see how it compares to the real Second City.
The iconic Hard Rock Café in Manchester has temporarily closed its doors after a quarter of a century. Discover the future plans for this legendary music-themed venue.
Warwickshire Police constable Robert Davies, 49, pleads not guilty to three counts of theft allegedly committed during his duties. Trial set for 2028.
Discover why Stratford-upon-Avon, famed for Shakespeare, is crowned one of Britain's happiest places. Explore its riverside charm, vibrant markets, and year-round appeal.
Warwickshire Police are investigating a fatal four-vehicle collision on the M6 southbound near Corley Services. A woman in her 60s died. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Explore Little Daydreams Role Play Café in Ombersley. Kids can drive a bus, visit a vet, and enjoy messy play while parents relax with coffee. Open now at The Farm Shop.
A woman in her 60s has died following a serious multi-vehicle crash on the M6 southbound. Warwickshire Police are urgently appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
A new immersive role play village featuring a double decker bus has opened at a farm shop near Birmingham. Discover Little Daydreams, with its ice cream shed, vets, and sensory room.
The hamlet of Arrow is crowned Warwickshire's best place to live for 2026 by Muddy Stilettos. Discover its chocolate-box charm, top schools, and award-winning pub.
Drivers urged to avoid hills at Burton Dassett Country Park after multiple crashes on ice. Met Office warns of freezing temperatures across Midlands.
Discover the top eight locations in Warwickshire for 2026, from historic market towns to affordable hamlets, with average house prices starting from £345,000. Find your perfect home.
A 14-year-old boy faces multiple charges following a series of burglaries in Leamington and Warwick. Armed police stopped a stolen vehicle. Read the full details.
A beloved Rugby café, Treacles At Mosaic, has shut its doors for good. Owners Michelle and Tony Edkin thanked their 'family' of customers, blaming rising business costs as the deciding factor for the closure.
The Best Ever Brownie Company and Barn Café have shut their last branch for good due to financial pressures and founder health issues. Read the full story.
Shocking dashcam footage shows an elderly woman driving the wrong way on the M6 near Corley, Warwickshire. HGV drivers formed a blockade. Read the full story.
Clent Nurseries in Stourbridge issues a heartfelt message against customer abuse, reminding patrons that staff are 'people with feelings'. Read their call for a respectful New Year.
Warwickshire Police arrested 12 people for drink and drug driving in a six-day Christmas crackdown, including a man who stole a turkey. Inspector warns of zero tolerance.
Warwickshire Police have arrested 12 people for drink and drug driving in six days, with four incidents involving crashes. Officers warn there is 'no excuse' as they step up patrols for New Year's Eve.
Michael Hardy, 37, jailed for grievous bodily harm after attacking a resident who tried to help him. Read the full details of the shocking community assault.
A young boy has suffered serious injuries after being struck by a bus at a Warwickshire junction. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest updates.
Five men face charges after a large-scale disorder involving knives erupted at a Rugby pub on Boxing Day night. Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage.
Warwickshire Police urgently search for Ryan Knights, wanted for robberies and burglaries. Public warned not to approach. Call 999 if seen. Anonymous tipsters could get £1000 reward.
Residents in sought-after Water Orton endure a persistent 'fishy' odour linked to HS2 tunnel work, with complaints of dust, traffic, and a declining community. Read the full story.
Warwickshire County Council approves higher on-street parking tariffs for Leamington, Warwick, Stratford, and Kenilworth from April 2026. Find out the new costs and the debate behind them.
Councillor Jerry Roodhouse uses his personal cancer journey to champion a new health partnership for Rugby, aiming for local, compassionate care. The motion won unanimous support.
Folklore café at Sutton Coldfield station faced shutdown in 2025 over its rescue cat, Betty. Owner Alex Light found an ingenious solution to keep both his business and the feline resident. Discover this unique community hub.
New data reveals most UK drivers are not following crucial Highway Code updates designed to protect pedestrians and cyclists. Learn the rules and watch the new safety video.