Bournville

Sunday, March 29, 2026 reckless driving stolen crime fatality bournville sentencing friendship law epilepsy

In a tragic case that highlights the dangers of reckless driving, Rhemeese Lawrence-Hayden, 27, was sentenced to 14 years in prison for causing the death of his best friend, David Brennan, 26. The fatal crash occurred in … Read More

Saturday, March 21, 2026 bournville birmingham property realestate auction cottage homesale gardenvillage cadbury investment

A charming four-bedroom, semi-detached cottage in Bournville—recently named Birmingham’s “Best Place to Live” by The Sunday Times—is set to go under the hammer next week with a guide price starting at £69,000. Located at 36 … Read More

Saturday, January 31, 2026 bournville festival children family safety fireworks maypole community birmingham recreation

The much-loved Bournville Village Children’s Festival is making a comeback this year—but with a significant change aimed at ensuring a peaceful, family-friendly environment. Following incidents of unrest at past events, … Read More

Saturday, January 3, 2026 bournville greenstage community culture arts heritage bournvillegreen development events preservation

A new proposal has been submitted to construct a permanent “green stage” on Bournville Green, designed to serve as a versatile venue for arts, culture, and community gatherings in Bournville Village. The project … Read More

Thursday, December 11, 2025 birmingham heritage listed bournville cadbury handsworth architecture church preservation midlands

In 2025, three significant Midlands buildings, including two in Birmingham, have been officially granted listed status, securing their preservation for generations to come. Among the 35 sites added to the National Heritage … Read More