Hastings: Independent Shops and Seaside Charm Make It 2026’s Must-Visit Town Friday, January 16, 2026 hastings seaside tourism independentshops oldtown culture art travel britain beach Nestled along the East Sussex coast, Hastings is gaining recognition as one of the UK’s most captivating seaside towns and a top destination to visit in 2026. Once known for its nostalgic amusements like the iconic … Read More
Digbeth: Birmingham’s Trendiest Suburb Named One of the Best Places to Live in 2026 Thursday, January 15, 2026 digbeth birmingham property regeneration culture art realestate housing development community Digbeth, once Birmingham’s industrial heartland, has been recognised as one of the best places to live in the city for 2026. Known for its transformation from a hub of industry to a creative and cultural hotspot, Digbeth now … Read More
12 Free Must-Do Events in Birmingham for 2026 That Should Be on Your Calendar Friday, January 9, 2026 birmingham events free culture art music festivals heritage runners community If one of your 2026 resolutions is to spend less money, don’t worry—having fun doesn’t have to break the bank. Birmingham is a dynamic city bursting with vibrant, free events that enrich, inspire, and entertain all year long. … Read More
There's a Birmingham-Themed Café in Vietnam – And We Have More in Common Than You Think Thursday, January 8, 2026 birmingham cafe nhatrang vietnam peakyblinders freddiemercury milktea coffee spa culture Birmingham is a city known for its diverse culinary scene — from French pastries in Parisian-style boulangeries to Chinese milk teas and Vietnamese cloud coffees. But what if we told you that this fusion of flavors and … Read More
Plan for Permanent Green Stage Proposed for Bournville Village Saturday, January 3, 2026 bournville greenstage community culture arts heritage bournvillegreen development events preservation A new proposal has been submitted to construct a permanent “green stage” on Bournville Green, designed to serve as a versatile venue for arts, culture, and community gatherings in Bournville Village. The project … Read More
How the West Midlands Looked in 1963 – When The Beatles First Visited Saturday, December 27, 2025 westmidlands 1963 thebeatles rotunda birmingham history music culture architecture heritage In 1963, the West Midlands was on the cusp of transformation, blending its rich industrial heritage with the burgeoning energy of the 1960s cultural wave. That year marked the first visit of The Beatles to the region, an … Read More