University of Birmingham welcomes South Korean Ambassador
The University of Birmingham hosted Choo Kyu-Ho, the Republic of Korea’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom, this week at its Edgbaston campus.
Martineau Gardens wins Best Green Space Award
A Community Garden and oasis for wildlife, in Edgbaston, has been recognised as one of the best community run green spaces in the country by winning a prestigious Green Flag Community Award today.
mac Birmingham hits half century
The Midlands’ most popular arts centre, mac birmingham, officially launched its 50th anniversary celebrations on Saturday with the opening of The Playmakers, a brand new exhibition which reflects the centre’s history.
Exclusive living is in reach for first time buyers
Home ownership is no longer just a dream for one young couple who have now bought their first property together at Taylor Wimpey Midlands’ stunning Highfield Gardens development in Edgbaston, Birmingham.
When Birmingham Staged the Olympic Games
Did you know in June 1867, Edgbaston hosted Britain’s second National Olympic Games?
Volunteers needed for new study into effects of bereavement on the immune system
University of Birmingham researchers investigating the effects of bereavement on the immune system are looking for volunteers to help with a pioneering study.
Free Cannon Hill Open House & Garden Day
This weekend is the Edwardian Open House and Garden Day at Cannon Hill House – the Grade 2 Listed Home of Louisa Ryland who gifted Cannon Hill and Small Heath Parks to the people of Birmingham.
Summer Fun
Cricket commentator and doyen of Test Match Special Henry Blofeld talks to Dave Woodhall
KOSUGE1-16: The Playmakers at mac Birmingham
New interactive installation to be produced by Japanese family in residence
Last chance for a century to witness the Transit of Venus
For the last time until the year 2117 people around the world will have a chance to witness the transit of Venus as the planet passes directly between Earth and the Sun
Leading international composer premieres work at mac birmingham
Following the success of Birmingham Conservatoire’s Frontiers+ during March 2012, Heiner Goebbels returns for the UK premiere of Walden at mac birmingham, as part of the London 2012 Festival.
Edinburgh Previews at mac birmingham
mac birmingham may be 300 miles away from the Scottish capital but with this summer’s selection of Edinburgh Previews there’s a chance to experience the best of this year’s Festival Fringe before it’s even begun!
Storytelling Festival Coming to Edgbaston
Community Garden Martineau Gardens and Arts Agency the Traditional Arts Team have joined forces to create the Martineau Gardens Storytelling Festival.
Local heritage attraction turns the clocks back to 1912
Visitors to Winterbourne House and Garden will be invited to step back in time on Saturday 26th May, with a family event full of entertainment that evokes the Edwardian age.
Martineau Gardens Storytelling Festival, Edgbaston
A family-friendly festival of storytelling, music and more presented by the Traditional Arts Team in the grounds of an intimate green oasis.
Croquet comes to Cannon Hill Park on Sunday 15th April and Saturday April 21st
It’s all free – free equipment hire, free sessions. Try your hand at Croquet
18-hole golf course for Cannon Hill Park
This Saturday sees the opening of a new 18-hole mini-golf course in Birmingham’s Cannon Hill Park
Easter fun at Martineau Gardens, Edgbaston
Families looking for outdoor fun over the Easter weekend should head to Martineau Gardens to take part in an Easter Egg Hunt.
Allotment to be happening at mac Birmingham
Join mac birmingham down on its ALLOTMENT with a difference…
Climate Week at mac birmingham
To mark the launch of Climate Week 2012 (12-18 Mar), mac birmingham will be screening The Age of Stupid
WOW – Women of the World Music Competition 2012
Equator’s WOW – Women of the World Music Competition 2012 is open for applications!
Brummie gardeners take on Shark Fin Melons
Gardeners are being invited to grow something new this year, at a special Seed Event taking place at Martineau Gardens, Edgbaston.
Exhibition of botanical textiles at Winterbourne House and Garden
Midlands’s textile artist Bren Boardman is holding an exhibition at in the Coach House Gallery at Winterbourne House and Garden during February.
New hope for historic Birmingham building
The Golden Lion, a former Deritend public house, has been languishing in Cannon Hill Park since it was moved to make way for a dual carriageway.
What’s on at mac Birmingham
February’s mac programme has lots on offer – comedy, theatre and music
Birmingham war memorial to be restored
Martin Mullaney reports that work is to begin in the coming weeks to restore the South African War memorial in Cannon Hill Park, Moseley.
mac birmingham needs you!
mac birmingham is in the final of the National Lottery Awards 2011 – and needs your vote to win.
Bournville String Orchestra
Good music for a good cause is on offer at the local Barber this coming Saturday says Steve Beauchampé.
mac birmingham one year on…
mac birmingham re-opened just over a year ago
Birmingham University To Build 50m Swimming Pool
Birmingham’s long quest for a 50-metre swimming pool appears to have taken a major step forward