Last Minute Half Term Activities in Birmingham and the West Midlands: My Top Picks Friday, May 29, 2026 halfterm birmingham familyfun outdooractivities pools minigolf cinema westmidlands play adventure sport Hope your half term is going well and you’re staying cool in this heat! I’m Zoe, your parenting editor, here to share some fantastic last minute ideas to keep the kids entertained before school starts again. One standout … Read More
NEC Lakeside Opens with Free Outdoor Cinema and Family Activities Friday, May 15, 2026 neclakeside birmingham family cinema outdoor summer activities children play event NEC Lakeside in Birmingham has officially opened its doors, offering a fantastic range of free family activities throughout the summer. Visitors can take advantage of a free outdoor cinema experience under the open sky, … Read More
Mecca Bingo to Close Historic Birmingham Venue After Nearly 90 Years Wednesday, May 13, 2026 mecca bingo birmingham kingstanding closure odeon cinema rank historic venue A beloved leisure landmark in Birmingham is set to close its doors for good. Mecca Bingo, located on Kettlehouse Road in Kingstanding, will cease operations in early June, marking the end of an era for the community. Housed … Read More
First Look at NEC Lakeside: Free Outdoor Cinema, Play Area, and Summer Fun Monday, May 11, 2026 nec lakeside outdoor family activities cinema summer children free events The NEC campus has unveiled its exciting new summer attraction, NEC Lakeside, offering families a refreshing outdoor space to enjoy free entertainment and activities. Officially opened on Saturday, May 9, the venue welcomed … Read More
Birmingham Premiere Unveils New Documentary on Charlie Chaplin’s Midland Origins Sunday, May 10, 2026 chaplin documentary midlands birmingham romany heritage cinema premiere smethwick film A compelling new documentary, Chaplin: Spirit of the Tramp, delves into astonishing claims about silent film icon Charlie Chaplin’s origins, challenging the long-held belief that he was born in London. The film made its UK … Read More
I Visited Birmingham’s Best Cinema with Recliner Seats and Table Service – Here’s What I Found Saturday, May 9, 2026 cinema birmingham omniplex recliner seats table-service snacks parking premium luxury I love going to the cinema. Sure, watching a film at home with snacks you’ve picked up from the supermarket is more affordable, but there’s something undeniably special about the big screen experience. When I saw a social … Read More