10 Things You Can No Longer Do in West Bromwich Sunday, May 17, 2026 westbromwich history changes memories towncentre sandwell firkins woolworths nostalgia community West Bromwich has changed dramatically over the years—just a quick visit to the town shows how much it has evolved. While some residents appreciate the improvements, many others fondly recall the “good old days” … Read More
Affordable Charm: Kings Heath Bakery Offers Nostalgic Treats Under £3 Thursday, May 14, 2026 bakery affordable kingsheath dadslane cakes community nostalgia birmingham pastries local Nestled between the vibrant neighbourhoods of Stirchley and Kings Heath, Birmingham’s Dads Lane has long been famous for its iconic fish and chip shop. Now, it boasts another local gem: The Cake Place, a cozy bakery serving … Read More
10 Things You Can No Longer Do in Dudley Sunday, May 10, 2026 dudley nostalgia woolworths jbs nightlife metro change memories community transformation Dudley has transformed dramatically over the years, and a brief stroll through the town today makes that clear. While some changes have brought progress, others have meant saying goodbye to beloved pastimes and local … Read More
Solihull Family Business Mahoney's DIY Closes After 50 Years, Marking the End of an Era Monday, May 4, 2026 mahoneys solihull diy familybusiness closure legacy community retail buildingmaterials nostalgia After nearly five decades of serving Solihull and its surrounding areas, the family-run business Mahoney’s DIY has closed its doors, ending a significant chapter in the town’s history. Located on Old Lode Lane, … Read More
33 Birmingham and Black Country Pubs Immortalized in Nostalgic New Book Saturday, April 25, 2026 pubs birmingham blackcountry happyhours beer nostalgia realale community history landmarks Over 30 pubs from Birmingham and the Black Country are featured in the evocative new book Happy Hours – A Great British Pub Diary, authored by Mike Critchley. This captivating tribute chronicles a 42-year adventure through … Read More
Eight McDonald’s Happy Meal Toys That Could Now Make You a Small Fortune Saturday, February 28, 2026 mcdonalds happymeal collectibles warnerbros toys nostalgia vintage transformers disney auction McDonald’s has unveiled an exciting new collaboration with Warner Bros, launching a limited-time Happy Meal available from Tuesday, February 3. This marks a rare full-menu partnership for the fast-food giant and includes … Read More