Dad Launches App to Help Families Find Best Pubs with Playgrounds Around Birmingham Sunday, July 19, 2026 playgrounds pubs birmingham families children app westmidlands playareas restaurants childfriendly Finding a pub that welcomes kids and offers a play area can be a challenge, especially during school holidays. Dad-of-two Alistair Duncan found a solution by creating an app that helps families locate pubs with playgrounds, … Read More
UK Poised to Revise Alcohol-Free Beer Definition Amid Record Sales Tuesday, July 14, 2026 alcohol-free beer uk legislation bbpa brewers moderation sales pubs market The UK may soon see a shift in alcohol-free beer regulations as the Labour Party government faces growing pressure to revise the current definition. This summer, more than 64 million pints of no and low alcohol beer are … Read More
Octopus Energy Reveals Surge in Electricity Usage During England vs Norway Match Monday, July 13, 2026 electricity energy octopusenergy football england pubs celebration demand households usage sport Octopus Energy has released new data highlighting a remarkable increase in electricity usage during the England vs Norway football match on Saturday night. Analysis reveals that pubs experienced a 42% surge in electricity … Read More
Birmingham Airport Offers 1-Hour Flight to Dublin from Just £28 Saturday, July 4, 2026 birmingham dublin flights travel weekend getaway airport irish pubs culture Birmingham Airport has launched an incredible offer for travellers seeking a quick and affordable escape. For as little as £28, passengers can fly directly to Dublin, Ireland’s vibrant capital, in just over an hour — making … Read More
Birmingham Food and Drink News Round-Up: New Favorites, Closures, and Pub Highlights Friday, June 26, 2026 birmingham food drink sushi closures pubs restaurants hospitality bullring worldcup Hello Brum Food Club friends, Kirsty here with your latest Birmingham food and drink roundup. This week, Birmingham is clearly having a sushi moment, but it comes amid some tough news with numerous closures. So far in 2024, … Read More
The Black Country Outshines Birmingham with More Nominations in Great British Pub Awards Friday, June 26, 2026 blackcountry birmingham pubs awards westmidlands greatbritishpubawards community hospitality nominees craftbeer This year’s Great British Pub Awards shortlist highlights a striking trend: the Black Country has secured more nominations than Birmingham. Out of the 16 award categories, only one Birmingham pub made the cut, while the … Read More