In summer, Stratford really comes alive. The riverside is buzzing with picnics, open-air theatre, and boat trips on the Avon. You can rent a rowing boat, watch street performers outside the RSC, or ...

4. Ombersley, Worcestershire Ombersley has been voted one of the UK's poshest villages. Incredibly, the small, yet picturesque village has more than 150 listed buildings in the parish, including ...

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Discover Birmingham and the West Midlands’ best-kept secrets and hidden gems in 2025, including museums, gardens, and quirky spots.

1. Meriden Village Located in the West Midlands, "No one knows how Meriden, near Coventry came to be known as the centre of England for more than 500 years." Meriden village green features a 1951 ...

November 5 is just around the corner2. Weoley Hill Bonfire and Fireworks Display The annual bonfire and fireworks display hosted by the Weoley Hill Village Council, Scouts, and Cricket Club.. Date: ...

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On Thursday (October 16), the Department for Education released its new preliminary 2024/25 key stage 4 performance data for state-funded secondary schools across England. This year, the default ...

Emi Buendia scored a late winner for Aston Villa against Tottenham Hotspur down in London on Sunday afternoon. The Midlands outfit won 2-1 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to keep their recent upturn ...

1. Clent Hills Located near the Clent Hills, this village offers stunning countryside views and great walking trails. The village itself has charming cottages and a welcoming pub, perfect for a ...

4. Knowle and Dorridge, Solihull These suburbs offer spacious homes, excellent schools, and a semi-rural feel. Just a train ride away from Birmingham, they provide a countryside illusion while keeping ...

There was a time when shopping in Birmingham meant more than filling a bag with the week’s necessities. It was a social ritual, and a marker of the city’s distinctive character.