Grandfather Dies After One Punch at Work Christmas Party in Midlands Pub Tuesday, May 26, 2026 assault manslaughter christmas pub tragedy family court midlands crime justice A 66-year-old grandfather, David Darke, lost his life after being struck by a single punch outside a Midlands pub while attending his work Christmas party. On 21 December, David was celebrating the festive season with … Read More
Angry Pensioner Vows to 'Never Visit a Pub Again' After Receiving £60 Parking Fine Monday, May 25, 2026 pensioner parking fine pub fazeley tamworth theploughandharrow warning penalty frustration A pensioner’s night out at The Plough and Harrow pub in Fazeley, near Tamworth, ended in frustration after he was hit with a £60 parking fine. The incident occurred when the man failed to notice a parking warning sign at the … Read More
Stourbridge Pub Licence Changes Approved Despite Local Objections Sunday, May 24, 2026 stourbridge dudley pub licence marstons noise privacy outdoor bar film An application to amend the licence of The Gigmill pub on South Road, Stourbridge, was approved by Dudley Council’s Licensing Sub-committee on May 19, despite objections from nearby residents. The proposed changes include the … 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
'Haunted' Black Country Pub Landlord Claims Customers Have Witnessed Ghosts Saturday, May 16, 2026 haunted pub ghosts paranormal tipton blackcountry risingsun malcolmroberts spirits cellar The Rising Sun, a Black Country pub in Tipton, is earning a reputation as one of the region’s most haunted spots. Landlord Malcolm Roberts recently shared chilling accounts of paranormal activity with Disco Dave’s Pub … Read More
New Birmingham Bar Offers £5 Pints and a Taste of 17th-Century Tavern Life Tuesday, May 5, 2026 birmingham tavern ale guinness british history bar pub beer food A fresh addition to Birmingham’s vibrant nightlife, Stories Tavern is making waves with some of the city’s most affordable pints, including a classic Guinness for just £5. Housed at 103 Colmore Row beneath the renowned … Read More