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Friday, June 12, 2026 birmingham fishandchips bacchus pubs newstreet haddock alebatter streetfood dining citycentre

Finding excellent fish and chips right in Birmingham city centre by night may seem like a simple task, but it’s surprisingly challenging. While the suburbs boast top-notch chippies that make Friday nights memorable, the heart … Read More

Friday, June 5, 2026 birmingham colmorerow paving restoration nationalgrid councilhouse granite campaigners citycentre infrastructure

A once “scarred” stretch of pavement on Birmingham’s busy Colmore Row has now been restored to its former elegance, though calls for further improvements in the area continue. Luxury granite paving stones outside … Read More

Sunday, May 17, 2026 birmingham retail independent shopclosure ethelstreet citycentre business commerce localeconomy heritage

After nearly 40 years in business, Autograph has closed its doors, marking the end of an era for one of Birmingham city centre’s last independent shops. Located on Ethel Street, Autograph was one of only two remaining … Read More

Sunday, May 10, 2026 birmingham construction newstreet citycentre publicrealm infrastructure urbanplanning cycling footpaths transportation sport

Construction efforts to revamp Birmingham’s city centre are well underway, with significant progress made on New Street. As contractors put the finishing touches on the upgraded road, it’s a good time to share the upcoming … Read More

Saturday, May 9, 2026 birmingham autograph independent retail menswear jewelleryquarter ethelstreet closure fashion citycentre

After nearly four decades as a cornerstone of Birmingham’s independent retail scene, Autograph, a beloved clothes shop located on Ethel Street, has closed its doors. Established in 1988 by Carl Lester, Autograph was renowned … Read More

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 birmingham teenagers youth socialmedia bullring citycentre meetups publicspaces community crowds

In recent weeks, Birmingham city centre has witnessed a notable increase in groups of teenagers gathering, particularly around the Bullring shopping centre. These so-called “link-ups” have drawn attention as … Read More