Nestled quietly behind the bustling Bentley Bridge Leisure Park in Wednesfield lies a remarkable piece of history: the Wyrley and Essington Canal. At 229 years old, this canal has witnessed centuries of change, evolving from …
The UK Culture Trust, a nationwide community interest company based in London, has identified restoring The Imperial, a historic Walsall theatre, as a vital step in rejuvenating the town centre. The Trust plans to apply for …
The Woodman, a historic pub nestled in Digbeth, Birmingham, has been honoured with the Historic England Conservation Award at CAMRA’s prestigious Pub Design Awards. This accolade recognises the pub’s outstanding commitment to …
Birmingham City Council has responded to growing concerns about the deteriorating condition of the Methodist Central Hall on Corporation Street. Campaigners recently highlighted the risk that the Grade II-listed building …
Birmingham City Council has issued an update on ongoing efforts to safeguard the crumbling Grade II-listed Methodist Central Hall, a historic landmark in Corporation Street, after campaigners raised alarms about its risk of …
Tamworth Castle, a cherished Midland landmark with nearly a millennium of history, is currently undergoing its most extensive restoration in recent times, supported by a £1.9 million funding package. The project, led by …
Tamworth Castle is set to undergo a significant restoration, with Tamworth Borough Council selecting specialist conservation firm Messenger to oversee the £1.9 million project. This important initiative aims to preserve the …
A once “scarred” stretch of pavement on Birmingham’s busy Colmore Row has now been restored to its former elegance, though calls for further improvements in the area continue. Luxury granite paving stones outside Birmingham …
Significant changes have been approved for two historic buildings in the Dudley borough, ensuring their preservation while adapting them to modern needs. At Dudley’s former police station on New Street, council planners have …
A rare piece of England’s architectural heritage is now available on the market, offering the extraordinary chance to own a home continuously inhabited for over 700 years. Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of …
A powerful message of perseverance has emerged from Birmingham’s successful campaign to save Moseley Road Baths, the city’s oldest swimming baths. After years of dedicated effort, the future of this cherished heritage site …
National Grid has vowed to restore Colmore Row in Birmingham’s city centre to its original, elegant state after the area was left marred by unsightly tarmac patches. The luxury granite paving stones laid just last year were …
Owners of the Grade II listed Knowle Hall, a distinguished country house in the Solihull village of Knowle, have submitted plans to convert the property into a venue for weddings and events. Dating back to the 1820s, Knowle …
The Electric Cinema in Birmingham, recognized as the UK’s oldest working cinema, has been closed since 2024, prompting growing concern about the preservation of this historic landmark. Developer Glenbrook, responsible for the …
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 …