Landmark Birmingham Development Welcomes Back Iconic Statues After 11 Years Sunday, April 19, 2026 birmingham paradise statues josephpriestley jameswatt lunarsociety heritage restoration development history Two historically significant statues, removed during the demolition of the old Birmingham Central Library over a decade ago, are set to make their highly anticipated return to public view at the Paradise development this … Read More
The Deeper Pain Behind Birmingham’s Crumbling Heritage Buildings Sunday, April 19, 2026 birmingham heritage decay austerity community buildings history neglect restoration poverty In a bustling newsroom covering a city as diverse as Birmingham, priorities shift daily, and battles are chosen carefully. Yet, over recent months, one persistent lament has emerged from my reflections and reports: Why is our … 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
We Heard a Ghost at a Birmingham Hotel – and He Used to Live Nearby Sunday, April 5, 2026 paranormal evp birmingham ghost whisperedencounters history supernatural investigation claytonhotel spirit Most hotel guests encounter only the spirits of the mini-bar, but for Tracey and Andrew Lindon, paranormal experiences are a passion. This Midland couple believes they captured the voice of a ghost during a recent stay at a … Read More
Can You Identify This Iconic Birmingham Building? Sunday, March 29, 2026 birmingham architecture landmark building design history heritage city travel tourism How familiar are you with Birmingham’s architectural gems? It’s time to test your knowledge. In the video above, we take you on a visual tour of one of Birmingham’s most striking buildings. From its unique design to the … Read More