How Londoners Revived a Derelict Birmingham Venue with Heritage and Heart Thursday, April 9, 2026 heritage restoration restaurant birmingham victorian blacklock hospitality architecture renovation community Sitting by the window of the soon-to-open Blacklock Chophouse on Cathedral Square, I was treated to one of Birmingham’s most striking views while waiting to chat with restaurant owner Gordon Ker. For years, only the former … Read More
The Slow Erosion of Birmingham’s Heritage: A Call to Protect Our Community Spaces Wednesday, April 8, 2026 birmingham heritage community council friendsinstitute elections moseleyroad conservation quakers cadbury Birmingham is evolving, but not without loss. Over recent years, many residents have felt an increasing sense of frustration and worry as key parts of the city’s history and identity slip away. Despite differing opinions and … Read More
Rare Glimpse Inside West Midlands Pub Older Than the USA by 186 Years Sunday, April 5, 2026 pub westmidlands history heritage thebellinn historic architecture culture england landmark Step inside The Bell Inn, a remarkable pub in the West Midlands that predates the United States by 186 years. BlackCountryLive was granted exclusive access to this historic establishment, offering a unique look at a venue … Read More
The 430-Year-Old West Midlands Pub That Opens Just a Few Times a Year Sunday, April 5, 2026 pub history willenhall bellinn westmidlands heritage veday tradition landmark rare Nestled in the heart of Willenhall, The Bell Inn stands as a remarkable testament to history, having served the community for over 430 years. This historic pub is not your typical watering hole—it opens its doors to the … Read More
Flats Plan for Walsall Dancehall Rejected Again Saturday, April 4, 2026 walsall dancehall flats victorianarcade listedbuilding conservation planning heritage redevelopment housing Plans to convert the former Lost Lounge dancehall in Walsall into three residential flats have been rejected once more. The Lost Lounge, located on the first floor of the Grade II Listed Victorian Arcade shopping centre … Read More
Historic England Deems Birmingham Friends Institute Closure 'Upsetting,' Urges Active Preservation Saturday, April 4, 2026 historicengland birmingham moseleyroad friendsinstitute heritage community closure preservation trustees conservation The sudden closure of the Friends Institute on Moseley Road in Sparkbrook has caused significant disappointment among the community and heritage advocates alike. Historic England has expressed its concern over the shutdown of … Read More