Hidden Gems: Charming Villages Among the Best Places to Live in the Midlands Monday, June 1, 2026 midlands villages westmidlands southstaffordshire affluence deprivation birmingham housing community schools The leafy villages of the West Midlands stand out as some of the most prosperous and desirable places to live in the region. These tranquil communities boast a standard of living well above the regional average, providing a … Read More
The Perfect Lakeside Escape: Arrow Valley Country Park Just 40 Minutes from Birmingham Sunday, May 31, 2026 arrowvalley countrypark lakeside recreation birmingham familyfun walking wildlife boating cafe Just 40 minutes from Birmingham lies Arrow Valley Country Park, a sprawling 900-acre green space in Redditch centered around a 27-acre lake with a gently winding river. This hidden gem offers an ideal day out for families, … Read More
Birmingham’s Best Primary School Shines Outside Affluent Areas Sunday, May 31, 2026 education birmingham primary school ofsted outstanding kittsgreen achievement curriculum deprivation Lea Forest Primary Academy has been named the best primary school in Birmingham and ranks among the top ten in England, an exceptional achievement given its location. Unlike many top-performing schools situated in affluent … Read More
Former Birmingham Council Special School in Beoley Listed for Auction at £1.4 Million Sunday, May 31, 2026 auction birmingham skilts beoley school redevelopment property specialeducation historic realestate A substantial freehold property previously operated by Birmingham City Council as a special school is set to be auctioned this summer. Skilts School, located on Gorcott Hill in Beoley near Redditch, served primary-aged … Read More
Man Behind £15k Tamworth ‘Bobby’ Drug Line Arrested at Birmingham Airport Sunday, May 31, 2026 drugdealers staffordshire birmingham tamworth arrest drugsupply crackcocaine heroin organisedcrime prison A Birmingham man who controlled a drug line responsible for distributing class A drugs in Tamworth has been arrested and sentenced following a major police investigation. Zain Alishan, 28, was detained at Birmingham Airport … Read More
Anger as Council Installs Speed Bumps Beside Potholes on Great Barr Road Sunday, May 31, 2026 speedbumps potholes greatbarr birmingham trafficcalming roadmaintenance localgovernment community safety infrastructure Residents and business owners on Booths Lane in Great Barr, Birmingham, are voicing frustration over the council’s recent installation of speed bumps, which have been placed directly adjacent to numerous potholes. Locals … Read More