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Culture in Birmingham

With world-class art, unique drama, musical flair, dance and performing arts, Birmingham is a great place to soak up culture, and that's before you sink your teeth into the city's diversity and thriving scenes.

The best day trips from Birmingham

So, you’re looking for the best day trips from Birmingham? We’ve put together a list to get you started! 

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  • 23/12/19

How to have an alternative Christmas

Are you looking for something a little different this festive period? Maybe you can’t face the relatives, or yet anothe...

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Birmingham Bucket List

How many of these Brummie hotspots can you tick off your bucket list?

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  • 04/12/19

Going home for Christmas: things to remember

The Christmas season is upon us, the German market is in full swing and the Christmas trees are going up. You've also ...

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  • 24/07/19

How meadows can be good for your health

As some of you may have seen on Twitter, Peter Thain, our course leader for Sports Therapy has recently spent the last ...

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  • 07/06/19

Best places to go for a picnic in Birmingham

Want to make the most out of a sunny day in Birmingham? Going out for a picnic is a simple way to enjoy the sun with fr...

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  • 16/05/19

The best places to go for a bike ride in Birmingham

If you love riding your bike, you'll be spoilt for choice for cycle lanes and canal tow paths in Birmingham.

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10 free things to do in Birmingham

We’ve put together the ultimate list of the top 10 free days out and activities in and around the UK’s second city.

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  • 18/01/19

What’s new to do in Birmingham in 2019?

If you’re starting with us this September, here’s what you’ve got to look forward to in 2019 and beyond!

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Six places that make Digbeth the coolest area in the UK

From vast amounts of street art to a zero waste supermarket, Digbeth has it all. 

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  • 18/05/18

Sikh guide to Birmingham

Sikhism is the third most practised religion in Birmingham.

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  • 18/05/18

Nerd Culture

Video games, board games, comics, a massive Comic Con, it's all here!

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Cinemas in Birmingham

Birmingham’s cinema scene is booming!

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  • 18/05/18

Volunteering in Birmingham

There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer in Birmingham!

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