Hyper-Local Strategy Set to Revitalize Dudley Council and Strengthen Community Heritage Tuesday, March 24, 2026 dudley localgovernment hyperlocal community heritage decentralization council townships resources democracy Dudley Council is moving forward with an innovative hyper-local strategy designed to decentralize services and restore a stronger sense of local identity across its five historic townships: Dudley, Halesowen, Stourbridge, … Read More
Council Considers Action Over Crumbling Birmingham Landmark Posing Serious Safety Risks Monday, March 23, 2026 birmingham methodistcentralhall heritage safety victoriansociety historicengland preservation architecture development enforcement Birmingham City Council is weighing enforcement action to safeguard the historic Methodist Central Hall on Corporation Street, a Grade II-listed building that has been steadily decaying for nearly a decade. Campaigners warn … Read More
Restoration Begins at Birmingham’s Historic Lad in the Lane Pub Friday, March 20, 2026 birmingham pub heritage restoration landmark history architecture conservation revitalization planning Work has officially started on the Lad in the Lane, Birmingham’s oldest pub, long after its closure left the historic site vulnerable to decay. The commencement of these restoration efforts marks a significant step toward … Read More
Peaky Blinders: Exploring Midland Filming Locations as They Appear Today Friday, March 20, 2026 peakyblinders birmingham midlands filminglocations theimmortalman history television drama industrial heritage Peaky Blinders, the acclaimed series set in post-World War I Birmingham, has captivated audiences with its gritty portrayal of the Shelby family’s criminal empire. The show’s authentic atmosphere owes much to its … Read More
Restoration Begins at Birmingham’s Historic Lad in the Lane Pub Six Years After Closure Thursday, March 19, 2026 birmingham erdington ladinthelane historic pub restoration heritage firedamage listedbuilding community The owner of Birmingham’s Lad in the Lane, believed to be the city’s oldest pub, has commenced essential repair work to halt the ongoing decline of this 14th-century landmark. After closing its doors permanently in 2019, the … Read More
Plans for New Birmingham City Centre Tower Recommended for Approval Wednesday, March 18, 2026 birmingham studenthousing regeneration development citycentre planning architecture brownfield heritage urbandesign Plans to construct a new tower on a city centre car park site in Birmingham have been recommended for approval by city council officers. The proposed development seeks permission to deliver 506 student bedspaces in the heart … Read More