26 Hidden Gems to Discover in Birmingham & West Midlands
Uncover the West Midlands' best-kept secrets for 2026. From historic catacombs to a serene Peace Pagoda, explore 26 unique spots beyond the tourist trail.
Uncover the West Midlands' best-kept secrets for 2026. From historic catacombs to a serene Peace Pagoda, explore 26 unique spots beyond the tourist trail.
Experts warn UK movers of unexpected costs from decorating to legal fees. Learn how to budget for repairs, stamp duty, and avoid financial stress in the busy New Year property market.
New data shows UK drivers spend an average of £260 annually on snacks at petrol stations. EV owners who charge at home avoid this hidden cost. Read the full report.
A shocking new analysis reveals most UK protein snacks are ultra-processed and high in sugar. Discover the hidden dangers and smarter whole-food alternatives.
Explore Birmingham's quirky, lesser-known historical sites for 2026. From a Serbian church to a notorious alley, discover the city's hidden past.
New research uncovers how hidden conditions and sharp rate drops after 12 months are eroding returns for UK savers. Experts urge caution and recommend flexible alternatives.
Explore the rugged, forgotten landscape beneath the M6 at Junction 9 in Wednesbury, where the River Tame flows past warehouses and railway tracks. Discover this unique slice of Black Country heritage.
One writer swapped sugary sodas for Hip Pop's low-calorie kombucha and fizzy drinks. Discover the flavours, gut health benefits, and a winter offer of 12 cans for £12.
An NHS-funded diabetes support scheme in West Birmingham is transforming lives, with over half of participants reducing blood sugar levels. Residents call for expansion.
Coronation Street tackles spinal cord injury with help from Manchester Arena survivor Martin Hibbert. The Tyrone and Fiz plot highlights hidden disabilities and carer strain. Read the real story behind the drama.
Strictly star Thomas Skinner broke down in The Celebrity Apprentice boardroom, telling Lord Sugar the BBC show transformed his life. Read his emotional story.
Forget crowded tourist traps. New data reveals the UK's most underrated staycation spots, packed with history, culture, and bargain potential. Discover where to go now.
Birmingham Museum's new Hidden Spaces tours reveal century-old football rivalry graffiti scrawled by builders in the rafters. Discover the city's working-class history.
Follow a two-day culinary and cultural journey through London, from Borough Market food tours to historic Tower visits and secret cocktail bars. Discover where to eat, stay and explore.
Discover Coventry's authentic side with our guide to 7 hidden gems, from a 14th-century monastery to medieval streets. Explore the city like a local.
Discover Birmingham and West Midlands' quirky hidden attractions beyond the usual tourist spots. Explore catacombs, pagodas and industrial art spaces.
Discover how to visit The Star of Bethlehem, a huge hidden watercolour in Birmingham Museum. Free tours available this December. Don't miss this festive wonder!
Discover Medicine Bakery, Birmingham's hidden gem in Selfridges offering magical festive treats, Disney music and escape from Bullring crowds. A local secret worth sharing!
Health Secretary Wes Streeting confirms the sugar tax is expanding to milk-based drinks and lowering the threshold. Discover the 17 popular beverages affected.
The UK government will extend the sugar tax to pre-packaged milkshakes and milky coffees from January 2028 to tackle childhood obesity. Find out how this affects you.
Chris Bright founded The Diabetes Football Community to challenge stereotypes and create support networks. Discover how football is transforming lives for people with diabetes across the UK.
Discover Birmingham Museum's hidden corridors, wartime mortuary and secret spaces in special 140th anniversary tours. Book now for unique access to areas normally off-limits.
Nutritionist recommends swapping sugar for Manuka honey to avoid energy slumps. Get up to 65% off in the Melora Black Friday sale until 2 December.
A London Vinted shopper discovered a handwritten note in her Karen Millen dress, revealing it was once featured in Hello! Magazine. The heartwarming story has gone viral on TikTok.
A Lincolnshire cottage museum preserving a 102-year-old's simple life has won a 2025 VisitEngland Hidden Gem Accolade. Discover this award-winning window into the past.
The UK competition watchdog launches investigations into eight companies, including StubHub and Marks Electrical, over misleading online pricing and sales tactics. Discover how this action aims to protect consumers.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget may extend the sugar tax to bottled coffees, potentially increasing prices by 5%. Discover how this affects your favourite Starbucks and Costa drinks.
Starbucks is trialling naturally sweeter coffee beans to reduce sugary syrup use ahead of new UK legislation. Discover the customer reaction and store closure plans.
Discover The Garden Room, Birmingham's most enchanting café oasis offering breathtaking views, artisan coffee and homemade cakes in a tranquil city centre sanctuary.
A woman reveals how eliminating alcohol and sugar from her lifestyle reversed her premature ageing, taking her from looking decades older to glowing with health in an incredible transformation story.