Stourbridge wildfire responders honoured at church service
Bishop of Dudley Martin Gorick will lead a special service at St Thomas' Church, Stourbridge, on October 18, to reflect on August's wildfires and thank responders.
Category : Heritage Sites
Yorkshire Wildlife Park reopens after fatal tiger attack
Yorkshire Wildlife Park reopened to the public for the first time since William Chapman was killed by a tiger, thanking visitors for their support in a social media post that gained over 5,000 likes.
Historic Smethwick cinema for auction at £250,000
The Grade II-listed former Gaumont cinema in Smethwick, gutted by fire in May 2024, goes under the hammer with a £250,000 guide price on October 28-29.
Bakewell: Cotswolds rival less than 2 hours from Birmingham
Bakewell, a Derbyshire town under two hours from Birmingham, rivals Cotswolds charm with honey-hued cottages, a Michelin-listed restaurant, and the Monsal Trail.
Peaky Blinders could return to Black Country Living Museum
The Black Country Living Museum has been hinted as a filming location for the new Peaky Blinders series, with deputy chief executive David Middlemiss calling it 'the home of Peaky Blinders'.
Kinver: Haunted cave-house village near Birmingham
Kinver, under an hour from Birmingham, offers cave houses, canal walks, and ghost stories, including the Witch's Tree and Lady Jane Grey sightings.
Free entry to Kinver Rock Houses for Heritage Open Days
Kinver's Holy Austin Rock Houses open free during Heritage Open Days on Sept 12, 18, 20. National Trust site offers cosy rock dwellings, tearoom, and scenic walks.
Welshpool: Birmingham's Cosy Autumn Day Trip
Welshpool is 90 minutes from Birmingham, offering independent shops, canal walks, Powis Castle, and cosy cafes for a perfect autumn day out.
Kinver Edge Rock Houses: Unique Sandstone Homes Near Birmingham
The Holy Austin Rock Houses at Kinver Edge, less than an hour from Birmingham, are historic sandstone dwellings open to visitors. Autumn offers ideal walks, with adult admission at £9.
Rochdale Churches September Services and Events
Rochdale churches announce September services, including Morning Praise, art exhibitions, and children's activities. Community events and support groups are also scheduled.
Birmingham's secret Broad Street vaults open to public
The 4,000 safe deposit boxes beneath Birmingham's old Municipal Bank on Broad Street are now open to visitors in a free exhibition, Unlocking The Vaults, until November 7, 2026.
Museum Live motorcycle event returns this October
Museum Live at the National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull returns October 24-25 with free entry, legendary riders, stunt shows, test rides, and 1,000+ classic British bikes.
WWII, Great Fire, Pop Culture: Britain's Quirky History
From WWII's outbreak in 1939 to the Great Fire of 1666 and iconic pop debuts, explore Britain's history between Aug 30 and Sep 5.
Freda Thompson: First Australian Woman's Solo Flight
In 1934, Freda Thompson became the first Australian woman to fly solo from England to Australia, landing in Darwin after 39 days.
Historic Macclesfield photos: coronation, omnibus, cottages
Nostalgic archive photos show Macclesfield's 1911 coronation crowds, an early omnibus, 1950s demolition, and a 1990s street view.
Wrexham Museum and Football Museum of Wales Opening Date Set
The Football Museum of Wales and Wrexham Museum will open on September 25, 2026, with free ticket booking details to be announced soon.
Gothic Mansion Afternoon Tea Deal in West Midlands
Explore a historic Gothic mansion in the West Midlands countryside and enjoy afternoon tea with a special deal. Discover the offer and plan your visit.
Wolverhampton in 1980: Retro Photos Show City Life
Step back to 1980 Wolverhampton with nostalgic archive photos revealing everyday life, shops, and streets. See how the city has changed.
Ormskirk Heritage Hub to take over museum premises this week
Ormskirk's first free museum is on track: the Heritage Hub team takes possession of the premises this week, with displays to be set up ahead of the Heritage Open Days Festival starting September 11.
Old Windmill pub added to Birmingham heritage list
The Old Windmill, a historic Winson Green pub closed since before 2020, joins Birmingham's Local Heritage List, offering preservation hope.
Macclesfield archive photos: floods, factories and carnival
Nostalgic Cheshire archive photos show 1940s floodwater near Parkside Hospital, a 1930s corner shop, a 1950s factory and 1970s roadworks in Macclesfield.
Late August History: Paris, Britpop, Doctor Who
Paris liberated in 1944, Civil War began in 1642, plus Beatles, Britpop clash, Doctor Who, and the shortest war in history—all in late August.
Jeremy Kyle: late parents can 'rest in peace' as bench moved
Jeremy Kyle, 61, says his late parents can now 'rest in peace' after their commemorative bench in Lyme Regis was moved from outside public toilets to a spot in front of the Royal Pavilion.
Birmingham heritage tours: 12 ways to explore city's history
Discover 12 heritage tours in Birmingham, from walking trails to canal trips, that reveal the city's industrial past and cultural landmarks.
Bear Wood review: Bears and wolves from treetop walkway
Bristol Zoo Project's Bear Wood lets you watch brown bears, wolves, lynx and wolverines from a treetop walkway, just 80 minutes from Birmingham.
Doncaster Theatre 250th Anniversary Community Production Announced
Rehearsals begin for 'Waiting in the Wings', a community show marking 250 years since Doncaster's first theatre opened, featuring over 50 local performers aged 7-86.
Botanical Gardens tours on sale for Birmingham Heritage Week
Tickets for two unique guided tours at Birmingham Botanical Gardens during Heritage Week (Sept 11-20) are now live, with free daily access also available.
Theatre Royal Wakefield heritage day free entry
Theatre Royal Wakefield opens free on Sept 13 for heritage tours, family activities, and future plans. Booking required for guided tours.
Ancient barrow burial site rises in Nottinghamshire
A six-foot-high ancient barrow has been built in Calverton, Nottinghamshire, by A.W. Lymn. The first of three mounds at the 27-acre Nottinghamshire Memorial Park will hold over 800 ash niches and open by April 2027.
Hyndburn Heritage Open Days Returns with Seven Free Venues
Heritage Open Days returns to Hyndburn with seven free venues, including Accrington Library, town hall, mosque, and football stadium, from September 11-20.
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