26 Quirky Places to Visit in Birmingham 2025
Explore Birmingham's secret catacombs, peace pagoda and back-to-backs in our guide to 26 unexpected West Midlands gems for 2025. Start exploring today!
Explore Birmingham's secret catacombs, peace pagoda and back-to-backs in our guide to 26 unexpected West Midlands gems for 2025. Start exploring today!
Live like a pro for a night at the Hilton St George's Park. Our writer reviews the exclusive 'Stay Like the England Teams' suite, training session & behind-the-scenes tour. Book now!
Discover Warwick Castle's magical Christmas celebrations for 2024. Get details on ticket prices, festive events, and booking information for a perfect family day out.
Discover Birmingham's top ten most popular restaurants this November. From Orelle's panoramic views to The Ivy's British classics, find your next favourite spot.
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RecommendedGreene King's Black Friday offer gives you £10 free for every £40 spent on gift cards. Valid from 24 Nov to 1 Dec 2025 across 1,700 UK pubs. Save now!
The long-vacant O'Rourkes pub in Digbeth is being revived as The Diggers Arms, a vinyl bar and record shop with a roof terrace, set to open in 2026. Follow the transformation journey.
Tenerife declares a red alert as monster 15ft waves claim three lives, including UK tourists. Authorities warn against coastal visits amid dangerous conditions.
Greene King pubs are giving away 30,000 free Christmas meals to essential workers this December. Find out if you qualify and how to claim your festive thank you.
JD Wetherspoon closes The Water Gate in Barnstaple today, with four other popular pubs across the UK also at risk of shutting down. Discover the full list of affected locations.
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RecommendedWetherspoons launches its festive menu from November 12 to December 31. Discover new vegan burgers, loaded chips, and cheesy upgrades. No booking required!
Discover the new carvery inside a giant Christmas tree at Birmingham's German Market. Serving roast pork rolls and more, it's a festive feast under the lights. Visit before Christmas Eve!
Hays Travel reports a profit boost as Brits take more holidays and venture further afield. Discover how the Sunderland-based agency is capitalising on travel trends.
Families can save almost 50% on a day out at Dudley Zoo this month. A family ticket is now just £34.95 via Wowcher, with the offer valid until November 30.
Discover Grand Central Kitchen, Birmingham's highest-rated café with a 4.8 Google score, serving an award-winning Full English breakfast for £11.95. A must-visit city centre spot.
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RecommendedDiscover Carden Park, Cheshire's 1000-acre resort featuring championship golf, an award-winning spa, and fine dining. Perfect UK getaway just 20 minutes from Chester.
Discover Much Wenlock, the stunning Shropshire town transforming into a Christmas postcard this December. With its festive fayre, market stalls, and candlelit procession, it's the perfect day out from Birmingham.
Discover the exciting new coffee shops, vegan eateries, and fine dining restaurants set to open in Birmingham city centre before the end of 2025, including a potential Michelin-star contender.
Discover how a Nottinghamshire mum has enjoyed 50 family holidays without paying full price. Get her expert tips for affordable travel with kids and start planning your next adventure today!
Valletta, Malta named world's best city for tourists. Enjoy 24°C sunshine with direct Birmingham flights from just £15 this November. Perfect winter escape!
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RecommendedA pub quiz team has been permanently banned from The Barking Dog in Urmston after owners caught them cheating, confirming long-held suspicions. Discover how the scandal unfolded.
Discover 15 stunning West Midlands locations offering picturesque villages, rolling hills, and historic charm that easily compete with the famous Cotswolds. Plan your visit today!
The Spirit of Manchester Distillery, creators of Manchester Gin, has ceased trading after a 'perfect storm' of rising costs and taxes. Discover the full story behind the closure.
Love2Stay Shrewsbury wins AA Campsite of the Year Heart Of England award. Discover luxury glamping, wild swimming & hot tubs. Plan your 2026 getaway now!
Bristol International Balloon Fiesta confirms 2026 dates after securing landmark agreement with Bristol City Council, ensuring the free event's future until 2030.
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RecommendedA family endured extreme distress after being stuck on Alton Towers' Skyride for 90 minutes. Read their full account of the traumatic ordeal and the park's response.
Drayton Manor becomes the first UK theme park to open all major rides throughout December, plus a spectacular new festive show. Book your family adventure now!
British tourists face a potential £91 weekly charge as Spanish islands propose a drastic tourist tax hike to deter summer visitors. Plan your 2026 getaway now.
Explore Bridgnorth, a stunning Shropshire market town offering breathtaking views, charming independent shops, and rich history that makes it the perfect day trip destination.
Looking for guaranteed sunshine without the long-haul flight? This beautiful European gem offers more annual sunshine than Barcelona and Alicante with surprisingly cheap flights from UK airports.
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RecommendedThe Northern Belle, dubbed Britain's poshest train, is bringing a new era of luxury rail travel to Birmingham with seven carriages of 1930s elegance and fine dining experiences.