Midland Dad Becomes Instant Millionaire After Unearthing Henry VIII Pendant Tuesday, February 10, 2026 metal-detecting tudor henryviii pendant britishmuseum heritage archaeology warwickshire treasure history A Birmingham cafe owner’s hobby has transformed his life after he discovered a priceless piece of history while metal detecting. Charlie Clarke unearthed a rare 500-year-old gold pendant linked to Henry VIII’s marriage to … Read More
UB40 Returns to Their Roots at Hare & Hounds and Reflects on Birmingham’s Changing Pub Scene Monday, February 9, 2026 ub40 pubs birmingham heritage live-music closure community history economy reggae Legendary Birmingham reggae band UB40 has expressed deep concern over the rapid disappearance of the city’s cherished pubs, calling it “criminal” that so many community landmarks are vanishing. This year marks the 47th … Read More
New Home for Midlands War Heroes Memorial Saturday, February 7, 2026 memorial dudley war worldwarone plaque heritage history councilhouse sacrifice remembrance A poignant memorial commemorating 53 former pupils of a Dudley school who lost their lives in World War One has found a new, prominent home at Dudley Council House. The plaque, once displayed at the Sir Gilbert Claughton … Read More
How to Get Discounted Half Term Tickets for Statfold Country Park in Tamworth Saturday, February 7, 2026 statfold tamworth discount halfterm tickets heritage trainrides woodland fairground family If you’re looking for an affordable family day out this half term, Statfold Country Park in Tamworth is a fantastic option. This charming attraction offers heritage steam and diesel train rides, beautiful woodland trails … Read More
Inside the 'Time Capsule' Petrol Station Still Standing on a West Midlands Road Saturday, February 7, 2026 fibbersley willenhall petrolstation timecapsule westmidlands abandoned heritage retro motorists nostalgia Nestled along a quiet West Midlands road, the Fibbersley petrol station remains a striking relic of the past. Once a bustling hub for motorists, the garage now stands abandoned, its weathered facade a silent testament to a … Read More
Popular Sutton Coldfield Bakery to Launch New Outlet at Historic Thorpe Estate Near Tamworth Wednesday, February 4, 2026 silvertree bakery suttoncoldfield thorpeestate tamworth ruralgrowth heritage sustainability staffordshire artisanal Sutton Coldfield’s beloved Silver Tree Bakery is set to open its third outlet at the historic Thorpe Estate near Tamworth, marking another milestone in the bakery’s rapid growth. Founded by siblings Kirk Bick and Kirsty … Read More