BBC's Acclaimed True Crime Series Returns with Disturbing West Midlands Police Investigation Sunday, April 12, 2026 truecrime forensics bbc investigation westmidlands police documentary crime forensicteam chilling The BBC’s award-winning true crime documentary series, Forensics: The Real CSI, returns tonight with another harrowing episode based on a real investigation by West Midlands Police. Known for its raw and immersive … Read More
West Midlands Safari Park Offers £19.50 Parent and Child Deal for Under Fives Week Saturday, April 11, 2026 safari wildlife family toddler events discounts education entertainment westmidlands activities West Midlands Safari Park is delighted to announce its Under Fives Week, featuring a fantastic parent-and-toddler ticket deal. From April 20 to 24, families can enjoy a full day at the park with an adult and a pre-schooler … Read More
A Tale of Two High Streets: West Midlands’ Contrasting Communities Saturday, April 11, 2026 westmidlands highstreet alumrock knowle independentbusiness community inequality urbanspace localeconomy businessdevelopment This week, I explored two high streets in the West Midlands that, though geographically close, couldn’t feel more different. The striking contrast between Alum Rock and Knowle left a lasting impression. Alum Rock, often … Read More
The UK’s Best Pubs Just a Short Drive from Birmingham Saturday, April 11, 2026 pubs westmidlands nationalawards birmingham staffordshire warwickshire shropshire worcestershire herefordshire hospitality There’s something truly special about heading out for a pub lunch with family or friends, especially when the destination is a charming, award-worthy spot. Yet, finding that perfect place to eat can be tricky without a … Read More
Birmingham Trails Behind French Twin City in Tram Network Size Thursday, April 9, 2026 birmingham westmidlands transport metro lyon infrastructure devolution mayors publictransit urbanplanning A recent analysis by the campaign group Britain Remade highlights how Birmingham and the West Midlands are falling behind their French twin city, Lyon, in public transport infrastructure. The group is urging the UK government … Read More
West Midlands Defies UK Trend as House Prices Dip in March Thursday, April 9, 2026 houseprices westmidlands ukhousing mortgage inflation propertymarket northernireland northeast scotland rates In March 2026, UK house prices experienced their first monthly decline of the year, slipping by 0.5% after modest gains in January and February. However, the West Midlands stood out as a bright spot, with average home values … Read More