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Medieval nights at Warwick Castle

Warwick Castle brings back medieval ‘second sleep’ tradition for World Sleep Day.

4 days ago 11 March, 2026 in Attractions, Local history.

New arts centre to launch with children’s festival

Scala presents Festival of Play this May in Worcester.

27 February, 2026 in Attractions, Family.

Birmingham Light Festival reveals full programme

Birmingham Light Festival returns to shine a light on the best local artists and performers.

28 January, 2026 in Attractions, Community, Family, Festivals.

Birmingham Light Festival announces 2026 programme

Experience a range of illuminated artworks from international and local artists.

14 January, 2026 in Attractions, Community, Festivals.

Birmingham Light Festival returns for 2026

Even more city spaces being brought to life with stunning illuminated artworks.

30 October, 2025 in Attractions, Family, Festivals.

Monsters and Magic at Drayton Manor

Helen Annetts and family have a trick and treat.

26 October, 2025 in Attractions, Family.

Sensory-Friendly Night returns to Warwick Castle

Relaxed and inclusive evening for seasonal highlight.

14 October, 2025 in Attractions, Christmas, Family.

Industrial heritage meets cutting-edge art

World premiere of Water Bots set to take over the region’s canals.

25 September, 2025 in Attractions, Community, Family, Local history.

The International Day of Birmingham returns

On Wednesday 24th September join in the city-wide celebrations.

10 September, 2025 in Attractions, Comedy, Exhibitions, Film, Local history, Television, Tourism.

Historic weekend set to bring huge economic boost

Summer Starts Here as West Midlands plays host to historic £20 million July weekend.

1 July, 2025 in Attractions, Cricket, Food and drink, Football, Music, Nightlife.

Twycross Zoo – a family experience

Helen Annetts, together with Charlie & Joe Statham, explores endangered species and family favourites.

1 June, 2025 in Attractions, Environment, Family.

Kings Heath to stage comic con

Grab a selfie with a storm trooper or Vogue with Vader.

27 May, 2025 in Attractions, Books, Family, Music.

Win tickets to BBC Gardeners’ World Live and Good Food Show Summer

The seasonal spectaculars are back – and you can be there for free.

20 May, 2025 in Attractions, Competitions, Cookery, Food and drink, Gardening, Hobbies.

Coal miners and ‘disco’ fries

250 years of Midlands history to meet 21st century street food at special evening.

12 May, 2025 in Attractions, Eating out, Food and drink, Local history.

Construction work starts on Worcester’s new arts centre

Historic city building to be transformed.

20 January, 2025 in Attractions, Community, Construction, Theatre.

Christmas at the Castle

Helen Annetts and family visit Warwick Castle’s festive spectacular.

24 November, 2024 in Attractions, Christmas, Family.

Christmas Light Trail returns to Warwick Castle

Mile-long magical spectacular set to enchant visitors.

21 November, 2024 in Attractions, Christmas, Family.

Family festival promises Bank Holiday fun

Birmingham Weekender’s got it all going on across the city.

30 July, 2024 in Architecture, Attractions, Childrens, Dance, Family, Festivals.

Stepping back in time at the Black Country Living Museum.

Helen Annetts enjoys a day out in the past.

4 July, 2024 in Attractions, Family, Local history.

Lichfield festival line-up announced

All-star line-up set for cathedral city.

9 April, 2024 in Attractions, Books, Childrens, Classical, Dance, Film, Music.

A Matter of Life and Death Festival announced for May

Festival explores life and death through cafes, catacombs and caterpillars.

8 April, 2024 in Attractions, Books, Community, Eating out, Family, Festivals.

Date announced for Snobs re-opening

Broad Street move for legendary Birmingham venue.

22 February, 2024 in Attractions, Music, Nightlife.

Investment group teams up with Press Club

Christmas lunch to be sponsored by local investors.

5 December, 2023 in Attractions, Christmas, Eating out, Media.

Christmas at the Castle

Helen Annetts and family get festive at Warwick Castle.

28 November, 2023 in Attractions, Christmas, Family.

Report shows positive impact of Birmingham Festival 23

Evaluation highlights the appetite for arts, culture and entertainment in the city.

28 November, 2023 in Attractions, Commonwealth Games 2022, Community, Dance, Family, Festivals, Music.

Christmas in Cathedral Square back for 2023

Award-winning attraction returns to the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral.

23 October, 2023 in Attractions, Christmas, Family, Food and drink, Retail.

Ibiza classics fireworks party coming to Birmingham

Edgbaston to host Ibiza-themed fireworks extravaganza.

18 September, 2023 in Attractions, Music.

Spooktacular show returns to Bournville

Join Cadbury World for tricks and tasty treats this Halloween!

12 September, 2023 in Attractions, Family, Food and drink.

Explore Cadbury World during Birmingham Heritage Week

Free guided tours of Bournville to mark celebrations.

4 September, 2023 in Attractions, Community, Family, Food and drink, Local history.

Bank holiday fun at Warwick Castle

Sundown Spectacular festival returns for the end of summer.

18 August, 2023 in Attractions, Family.

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