Council Update on Preservation Efforts for Birmingham’s Deteriorating City Centre Landmark Monday, June 22, 2026 birmingham landmark heritage preservation methodistcentralhall historic restoration architecture conservation tourism Birmingham City Council has issued an update on ongoing efforts to safeguard the crumbling Grade II-listed Methodist Central Hall, a historic landmark in Corporation Street, after campaigners raised alarms about its risk of … Read More
Tamworth Castle Undergoes £1.9m Restoration in Largest Modern-Era Conservation Effort Tuesday, June 16, 2026 tamworth castle restoration heritage conservation midlands archaeology funding historic preservation Tamworth Castle, a cherished Midland landmark with nearly a millennium of history, is currently undergoing its most extensive restoration in recent times, supported by a £1.9 million funding package. The project, led by … Read More
Midlands Mansion Rumoured to Be Churchill's Secret WWII Meeting Place Hits Market Sunday, June 14, 2026 winterdyne churchill degaulle wwii bewdley georgian historic mansion countryhouse forsale Winterdyne House, a stunning Grade II-listed Georgian mansion in Bewdley, Worcestershire, is now on the market for £3.75 million. Steeped in history, this impressive country estate dates back to 1760 and boasts seven … Read More
Former Birmingham Council Special School in Beoley Listed for Auction at £1.4 Million Sunday, May 31, 2026 auction birmingham skilts beoley school redevelopment property specialeducation historic realestate A substantial freehold property previously operated by Birmingham City Council as a special school is set to be auctioned this summer. Skilts School, located on Gorcott Hill in Beoley near Redditch, served primary-aged … Read More
Inside the Welcoming West Midlands Town That Comes Alive in the Sunshine Saturday, May 23, 2026 kingswinford westmidlands town community sunshine historic local outdoor shopping tourism Nestled along the main road connecting Wolverhampton and Stourbridge, Kingswinford is a friendly and vibrant town that truly comes alive when the sun is out. Known for its warm community spirit and rich history, this West … Read More
Senior Doctor Receives Approval to Transform Historic Walsall Building into 17-Bedroom HMO Sunday, May 17, 2026 walsall hathertonhouse hmo nhs conservation heritage accommodation renovation historic housing Plans to convert the historic Hatherton House in Walsall into a 17-bedroom House of Multiple Occupation (HMO) have been officially approved. The project, led by Sue Boden of the Walsall NHS Trust, aims to provide much-needed … Read More