Birmingham city centre is set for a significant transformation as plans emerge for a major redevelopment of Martineau Place. The bold proposal includes the construction of two new towers that will redefine the city’s skyline …
For over 160 years, the Rackhams building has stood as a prominent landmark in Birmingham city centre. Following the closure of House of Fraser on June 25, 2026, a new chapter is set to begin for this historic site. …
Three weeks have passed since House of Fraser permanently closed its doors in Birmingham City Centre, bringing to an end a retail legacy that stretches back to 1851. The story began when William Riddell and Henry Wilkinson …
Wolverhampton’s Chapel Ash has recently undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from a rundown area into a lively open-air art gallery. Spearheaded by renowned local street artist Paul Pilgrim, the initiative aims to …
A new seven-storey hotel with 180 rooms is set to potentially revitalise John Bright Street in Birmingham city centre, following two years of discussions. Property developer Nacropolis has put forward detailed proposals to …
A long-neglected section of Birmingham’s busiest street is on the verge of a remarkable transformation. The Grade II-listed building at 92-93 New Street, located opposite the lively ‘Chicken Quarter’ renowned for its array of …
A significant site in Birmingham city centre faces potential demolition over the next decade to make way for a large-scale redevelopment project. Henley Investment Management Limited and Sixth Street have submitted a planning …
Plans to redevelop a site near Hockley Hill in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter will be reconsidered after concerns arose regarding the area’s historic character. The proposed scheme involves demolishing some existing …
Nearly a year has passed since tenants were ordered to vacate The Square—better known as Priory Square—after a fire hazard assessment deemed the site unsafe. Since then, details about the future of this central Birmingham …
A long-empty and vandalized former job centre in Wolverhampton city centre is set to be transformed into a thriving mixed-use development featuring shops, residential flats, and a boutique hotel. The City of Wolverhampton …
Birmingham City Council has announced a series of long-awaited improvements to the notorious St Martin’s Queensway tunnel, a key pedestrian route running beneath the Bullring and connecting Birmingham New Street and Moor …
The demolition of Priory Square shopping centre in Birmingham has commenced, signaling the end of a significant chapter for the local community. For over five decades, Priory Square was a vibrant hub, housing the much-loved …
Extensive public realm improvements are set to commence in Birmingham city centre early next year, marking the start of a two-year project aimed at enhancing the urban environment for residents, visitors, and businesses …