Stunning Market Town with Fairytale Castle Perfect for Walkers Just 90 Minutes from Birmingham Tuesday, March 24, 2026 ludlow castle heritage walking history food festival shropshire tourism architecture Nestled alongside the River Teme and just 90 minutes from Birmingham, Ludlow is a picturesque market town brimming with history, culture, and culinary delights. With over 500 listed buildings, this charming town offers … Read More
Visiting Willenhall: A Town Struggling Yet United by Strong Community Spirit Saturday, March 21, 2026 willenhall community deprivation festivals poverty redevelopment history foodbank unemployment resilience A lively voice cuts through the hum of music, traffic, and chatter at Willenhall’s bustling outdoor market. A butcher, clad in a black and white apron, enthusiastically shouts about his fresh products from his shop doorway. … 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
Exploring Peaky Blinders Film Locations in Birmingham: Then and Now Friday, March 20, 2026 peakyblinders birmingham filminglocations bsafactory calkeabbey thegarrison montaguestreet digbeth history culture For the first time ever, scenes from the Peaky Blinders film franchise have been shot in its home city of Birmingham. The new movie, The Immortal Man, predominantly filmed at Steven Knight’s Digbeth Loc studios, also … Read More
Discover Croome: The National Trust Gem Just an Hour from Birmingham Friday, March 13, 2026 nationaltrust croome capabilitybrown raf worcestershire playgrounds history familyfun outdoors freeadmission Less than an hour’s drive from Birmingham lies Croome, a remarkable National Trust estate filled with surprises for visitors of all ages—and this weekend, you can explore it for free. Situated near High Green in … Read More