Northfield Grandmother Ivy Ravenhill Celebrates 100 Remarkable Years and Reflects on Life’s Changes Tuesday, May 19, 2026 northfield centenarian legacy resilience family birmingham history survivor manuka community Ivy Ravenhill, a revered Northfield resident, celebrated a monumental milestone this week—her 100th birthday. Having lived in south Birmingham for over five decades, Ivy shares a profound perspective on how life has evolved … Read More
Castle Bromwich Pub Proposes Expansion of Beer Garden Tuesday, May 19, 2026 castlebromwich beergarden pub expansion stonegate planning solihull outdoorseating hospitality community The Farthings, a popular pub in Castle Bromwich owned by the Stonegate Group, has submitted plans to Solihull Council aiming to expand its beer garden. The proposed extension is designed to enhance the outdoor space for … Read More
Vandals Saw Down Trees on Digbeth High Street Amid Community Outcry Monday, May 18, 2026 vandalism digbeth trees environment publicrealm birmingham police urbanregeneration community justice Trees along Digbeth High Street, part of a recent public realm improvement project, have been sawed down in a shocking act of vandalism. Local residents and officials have expressed outrage, urging authorities to take swift … Read More
Birmingham Primary School Rises to Top 10 in England Despite Economic Challenges Nearby Monday, May 18, 2026 education birmingham primary ofsted achievement poverty community success curriculum schools Being named among the top 10 primary schools in England is a remarkable accomplishment for any institution. However, considering that Birmingham’s Lea Forest Primary Academy is situated near some of the country’s most … Read More
Erdington Academy Transforms School Hall into Pop-Up Prom Boutique to Support Students Sunday, May 17, 2026 erdingtonacademy prom education community charity students support inclusion costofliving birmingham Erdington Academy in Birmingham has turned its main hall into a vibrant pop-up boutique, providing free dresses and suits to help students prepare for their upcoming prom. Recognising that the cost of living crisis makes even … Read More
The Brilliant Birmingham Bakery Offering Greggs-Beating Prices and a Sunny Cake Terrace Sunday, May 17, 2026 bakery birmingham budget bakedgoods stirchley kingsheath cakes desserts community affordable Nestled on Dads Lane between Stirchley and Kings Heath, The Cake Place is a delightful new addition to Birmingham’s bakery scene that feels wonderfully nostalgic. Imagine giant sponge cake slabs drenched in icing and … Read More