The Incredible Learning Garden with Its Own 'Stonehenge' Built by Pupils at a Birmingham School Tuesday, July 7, 2026 school garden education horticulture stonehenge history oasisacademy community mentalhealth outdoorlearning From the moment you step onto the grounds of Oasis Academy Woodview in Edgbaston, it’s clear this isn’t an ordinary school. Among its unique features are a Viking ship and a striking replica of Stonehenge—both created by the … Read More
The Dark Victorian History of Birmingham City Centre: The Demolition of Its Infamous Streets Sunday, June 28, 2026 birmingham victorian slums history citycentre industrial redevelopment poverty sanitation demolition In 1842, Birmingham’s city centre was a far cry from the bustling commercial hub it is today. A government report from that year laid bare the harsh conditions of the city’s slums, describing overcrowded courts and decaying … Read More
Exciting New Shops, Eats, and Art Arrivals Brighten Birmingham City Centre for Summer 2026 Saturday, June 27, 2026 birmingham bullring shopping dining icecream art history entertainment fashion exhibition Birmingham is constantly evolving, and 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year for the city centre. If you haven’t ventured in a while, this summer offers a wealth of fresh experiences—from trendy new shops and eateries to … Read More
Seven Photos of Walsall Council's Former One Stop Shop Friday, June 19, 2026 walsall council onestopshop publicservices community history photographs architecture localgovernment memories Walsall Council’s former One Stop Shop served as an essential hub for residents to access various public services in one convenient location. Although it is no longer in operation, this collection of seven photographs … Read More
When Savage Rat Baiting Was a Popular Spectacle in the West Midlands Wednesday, June 17, 2026 ratbaiting westmidlands history gambling animalcruelty 19thcentury pubs legalhistory betting spectacle Gambling has long been a popular pastime in the West Midlands, but before the era of World Cup bets, residents engaged in a far grimmer form of entertainment: rat baiting. This brutal “sport” involved dogs being pitted … Read More
Inside the Unassuming Birmingham Garden Shed That Could Be Britain’s Best Sunday, June 14, 2026 birmingham militaria wwii shed recovery museum cancer history competition memorabilia A humble garden shed in Birmingham has become a beacon of hope and history, all thanks to 67-year-old Robert Sharpe. After being diagnosed with maxillofacial cancer in 2023, Robert found solace in transforming his shed into a … Read More