Free Tennis Initiative Launches in Erdington for Mums and Kids Ahead of Wimbledon 2026 Wednesday, June 10, 2026 tennis erdington birmingham families mums children activity wimbledon sports community sport A new community tennis program, Rally Together, has recently launched in Erdington, Birmingham, offering free tennis sessions designed specifically for mums and their children. This initiative aims to promote physical … Read More
Birmingham’s The Gunmakers Arms Closes Permanently Six Months After Reopening Tuesday, June 9, 2026 birmingham pub closure hospitality mentalhealth independent pubs business art community The Gunmakers Arms, a historic pub located in Birmingham city centre, has permanently closed its doors just six months after reopening, ending hopes that the venue would thrive again. The pub, known for its rich 200-year … Read More
Handsworth Youth Club Transforming Lives Through Community Support Tuesday, June 9, 2026 handsworth youth community youthclub theoliveconnect empowerment support mentorship development sportscenter sport In the heart of Handsworth, a group of five dedicated women have established The Olive Connect, a youth club that is creating a powerful impact on the lives of young people in the community. Situated at the Laurel Road … Read More
Beloved Birmingham Bakery Faces Closure Amid Stirchley Development Dispute Monday, June 8, 2026 loaf stirchley bakery birmingham community development greensquareaccord coop closure uncertainty Loaf, a cherished community bakery that helped put Stirchley on the map as the best place to live in the Midlands, now faces the threat of closure after nearly 14 years in operation. Founded in 2012 on Pershore Road, Loaf … Read More
'Lively' Market Town Near Birmingham Named One of the Best Places to Live Sunday, June 7, 2026 marketharborough birmingham leicestershire bestplaces community property countryside schools events culture Market Harborough, a vibrant market town in Leicestershire, has been recognized as one of the best places to live in the Midlands, according to the prestigious Sunday Times Best Places to Live list for 2026. Located just an … Read More
Midlands Towns Among England’s Safest: Where Crime Is Rare Sunday, June 7, 2026 midlands crime safety shropshire westmidlands southstaffordshire violentcrime towns villages community The West Midlands is often viewed as a high-crime region, known for frequent reports of serious offences like stabbings, robberies, and assaults. Yet, this reputation doesn’t tell the whole story. Just beyond the bustling … Read More