'I Went Camping at a Dogging Hotspot – Nobody Told Me' Monday, July 13, 2026 cannockchase dogging camping folklore ghosthunt pigman blackeyedchild outdoorsex staffordshire paranormal BBC Radio WM breakfast show host Sarah Julian found herself in an unexpected situation while camping at Cannock Chase, a beautiful Midland nature spot known for its eerie legends and unusual activities. On the night of July … Read More
Just So Festival near Birmingham Returns in 2026 with New Spaces and Exciting Music Line-Up Sunday, July 5, 2026 justsofestival birmingham rodehall staffordshire familyfestival musicfestival creativearts outdoorevents livemusic festival2026 The beloved Just So Festival, held near Birmingham at the picturesque Rode Hall Estate in Staffordshire, is making a highly anticipated return in August 2026. Following a one-year break, the festival promises an even richer … Read More
Notorious Child Sex Offender Brian Lines Dies in Prison from Natural Causes Sunday, June 21, 2026 childabuse conviction prison justice staffordshire sexualoffences victimsupport investigation homicide sentencing Brian Lines, an 86-year-old convicted child sex offender from Leek, West Midlands, has died in prison after a long history of horrifying sexual crimes against children spanning nearly four decades. Sentenced to 30 years in … Read More
Tamworth School Reception Place Dispute Divides Local Community Thursday, June 18, 2026 tamworth education schoolplaces admissions nursery community arthurterry staffordshire parentconcerns dunstallpark A community in Tamworth, Staffordshire, has been deeply divided after 12 children attending the nursery at Dunstall Park Primary School were refused entry to its reception class, prompting anger and frustration among parents. … Read More
Forty-Year Mystery of the 'Coronation Wood Man' Prompts Police and Charity Appeal for Identification Thursday, June 4, 2026 coldcase unidentified investigation staffordshire coronationwood missingperson identify policeappeal locateinternational mystery Detectives are renewing their appeal to uncover the identity of a man found deceased in Midland woodland in 1987, hoping to finally bring him dignity and closure. On Sunday, April 5, 1987, two men shooting in Coronation Wood … Read More
700 Years of History for Sale in the Midlands: Inside One of England's Oldest Homes Sunday, May 31, 2026 history architecture staffordshire timberframe heritage medieval listed residence brewood restoration 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 … Read More