Around The Web

A general mixture of informative posts from around the web and some local to the West Midlands also.

Aston Villa and OVG to Launch New 3,500-Capacity Birmingham Venue

Image by Kirill Foto from Pixabay Aston Villa Football Club is expanding its footprint in Birmingham in a way that blends sport, music, and community. This December, the city will… Read more »

The Role of Online Reviews in the Online Casino Industry

The Role of Online Reviews in the Online Casino Industry

Online casinos and betting sites have grown considerable over the past decade. The days of pubs, arcades and betting shops being packed out with people hoping to… Read more »

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone In Concert – Family favourite film brought to life in grounds of Warwick Castle – Warwick Castle Live 2025

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone™ In Concert has been announced for Warwick Castle Live 2025, the series which is set to bring incredible shows to one of… Read more »

WORD PLAY Festival 16-22 June 2025

WORD PLAY Festival 16-22 June 2025: Celebrating Children’s Literature and Inspiring a New Generation of Readers. How Brave Is The Wren, Birmingham’s beloved independent children’s bookshop, proudly announces… Read more »

Rising star Amelia Coburn with praise from Paul Weller and Paul Heaton to play Birmingham

Proudly hailing from the North East, fast-rising artist Amelia Coburn has released her first single of 2025 with the bewitching ‘Sandra’. It takes a certain type of… Read more »

Snatches that are engaging, gripping and thought-provoking

Moving, funny, tragic and empowering, these are eight brilliantly written monologues, presented in two sets over three dates, which reflect the struggles women have faced over 100… Read more »

New Films 16th May 2025 by Mike Davies

New Films 16th May 2025 by Mike Davies

Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK Final Destination: Bloodlines (15) Fourteen years after the last film and marking… Read more »

Coal miners and disco fries 250 years of Midlands history to meet 21st century street food at special evening

The award-winning open-air Black Country Living Museum to collaborate with DIgbeth Dining Club on a unique evening of food, drink and entertainment open to all – Nine popular… Read more »

Full cast announced for Ali Milles’ chilling thriller The Croft starring Liza Goddard, Caroline Harker & Gray O’Brien On tour from May – July 2025

Original Theatre, Joshua Beaumont & Huw Allen in association with Wiltshire Creative present Ali Milles’ critically acclaimed thriller The Croft on tour, opening at Salisbury Playhouse on 9 May 2025 before… Read more »

Tip Top Tamworth! Free Tip Tops with Every Pint This Weekend at Pitchers Bar

Summer’s arrived early and Pitchers Bar is making the most of it with a tip-top offer for thirsty Tamworth locals: grab a FREE tip top with every pint this weekend as… Read more »

Canadian Rock Band The Sheepdogs Play Castle & Falcon

Acclaimed Canadian rock band The Sheepdogs will take the stage at The Castle & Falcon on Tuesday, 27th May, bringing their signature blend of blues-infused riffs, rich… Read more »

National roadshow roars into the West Midlands to get SMEs exporting

Small business exporters will be front and centre of a new roadshow in Birmingham offering tailored government support to get more SMEs exporting across the advanced manufacturing… Read more »

GRAHAM NASH RETURNS FOR UK TOUR THIS OCTOBER

Titled ‘Graham Nash – More Evenings Of Songs & Stories, with Special Guest Peter Asher’, Nash will perform songs spanning his sixty-year career from The Hollies to Crosby,… Read more »

Roadshow comes to Erdington to find those ‘unaware’ they have liver damage

Members of the public in Erdington are being encouraged to get their liver checked for free at Erdington High Street, B23 6SA, on Friday 16th May –… Read more »

Rotary project so personal to bereaved Club President, returns to the area

A pioneering screening programme to identify undiagnosed heart conditions in the young is being rolled out again in Sutton Coldfield thanks to continued fundraising by the local… Read more »

Roy Harper Announces The Final Tour Part Two & Birmingham show

CelebratedBritish folk icon Roy Harper has announced part two of his final tour this autumn. Performing three very special live dates across September and October at some… Read more »

The future of UK metal to play live at BBC celebration of Black Sabbath

CHERRYDEAD, GANS and Meatdripper fly the flag for the future of UK heavy music at a special BBC Radio WM evening celebrating ‘Masters of Reality’ legends Sabbath… Read more »

Legally Blonde The Musical and Operation Mincemeat touring to The Alex in 2026

Producers ROYO and Curve are delighted to announce a brand-new Made at Curve production of the West End and Broadway smash-hit musical comedy LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL…. Read more »

This Weekend: Eurovision Grand Final 2025 To Be Broadcast In Over 100 Cinemas Across The UK – 17th May 2025

Mark your calendars – the biggest night in music is back! For one night only, on Saturday May 17th, cinemas up and down the UK will come together… Read more »

Groom Wedding Suits: Elegance for the Big Day

Groom Wedding Suits: Elegance for the Big Day

A Stylish Tradition When people think of weddings, the bride’s dress often takes center stage. But in today’s fashion-forward world, groom wedding suits are stepping into the… Read more »

How Armco Barriers Improve Safety at Concerts and Festivals in Car Park Venues

How Armco Barriers Improve Safety at Concerts and Festivals in Car Park Venues

When it comes to large-scale events like concerts and festivals, ensuring the safety and security of attendees is of paramount importance. Car park venues are bustling with… Read more »

Organising a games night with friends

Organising a games night with friends

If you’re thinking of getting your friends together for some light fun, chances are you’ve considered a games night. It’s the perfect opportunity to get comfortable and… Read more »

Pearly Penile Papules Removal Cost: Saving Money on Treatment

Thinking about getting rid of pearly penile papules? You’re not alone. While PPP is completely normal and harmless, many men choose to have them removed for personal… Read more »

What’s Driving the Surge in Birmingham’s Online Casino Boom

Photo by Claudio Schwarz on Unsplash Birmingham’s online casino scene is experiencing a notable surge, reflecting broader national trends in the UK’s digital gambling landscape. This growth is fueled by… Read more »

What Were Cig-A-Likes and How Did They Start the Vaping Era?

What Were Cig-A-Likes and How Did They Start the Vaping Era?

Cig-a-likes were the first-generation e-cigarettes designed to mimic smoking. Cig-a-likes marked the beginning of the vaping industry. They were slim, white devices that looked like cigarettes and… Read more »

Toast to Birmingham Pride with Flight Club’s NEW Love Wins Cocktail

Flight Club Birmingham is celebrating Birmingham Pride with the launch of a brand-new, limited-edition cocktail ahead of Pride weekend on Saturday 24th May. The signature cocktail, Love Wins, is… Read more »

ERNEST AINES – To Release New Single and Tour UK This May and June – Birmingham Date

Australian folk songwriter Ernest Aines has announced his new single, “Just Once”, which arrives on the 23rd May. Aines will also embark upon his fourth tour of the… Read more »

First HS2 rail tunnel breakthrough completed in Birmingham, as project reaches latest milestone

Passengers are closer to benefitting from faster, more comfortable between London and Birmingham as the first HS2 rail tunnel in Birmingham is completed.   Today [Friday 9May],… Read more »

Support pollinators this World Bee Day with Copper & Green’s handcrafted copper Bee Drinkers

As World Bee Day approaches on 20th May, attention turns to one of nature’s smallest yet most vital workers – the bee. These industrious pollinators are responsible for… Read more »

SO, WHAT IS THE TITLE OF [TITLE OF SHOW] ?!

Never before performed in Birmingham, the brilliant and highly unusual, Tony Award nominated Broadway hit musical [title of show] opens at The Crescent Theatre on Saturday 10th… Read more »

3 Key Metrics A Leading PPC Agency Can Help You Review

3 Key Metrics A Leading PPC Agency Can Help You Review

If you’ve ever tried running pay-per-click (PPC) ads yourself, whether on Google, Bing, or social platforms, you’ve probably found yourself staring at dashboards, scratching your head, wondering:… Read more »

New Films 9th May 2025 by Mike Davies

New Films 9th May 2025 by Mike Davies

Films showing this week either in cinemas or on streaming platforms FILM OF THE WEEK The Surfer (15) From the style of the opening credits, this is… Read more »

Pho Continues to Chamption Gluten-Free Dining During Coeliac Awareness

Vietnamese-inspired restaurant group, Pho, are reaffirming their commitment to providing exceptional gluten-free dining experiences in honour of Coeliac Awareness Month this May. With a menu that is… Read more »

Groundbreaking Expo for Cat Lovers Returns Bigger and Better for 2025

The event is set to nearly double in size following the success of its debut, welcoming an expected 6,000 cat lovers to unite in their mission of… Read more »

2-FOR-1 CRAZY GOLF THROUGHOUT MAY AT MULLIGANS BIRMINGHAM AND WORCESTER

Mulligans Birmingham and Mulligans Worcester are teeing up non-stop family fun throughout May, including the half-term and Bank Holidays, with a 2-for-1 offer on Crazy Golf. Families… Read more »

Bar Venues Reporting Revenue Increases After Adding Modern Slot Installations

Source: Canva editor Traditional bars continue to evolve into diverse entertainment facilities because slot machine additions in their business model lead to notable revenue growth for many… Read more »

15 Minutes to Kill? Here’s What Brummies Are Doing Online Between Plans

View of retro alarm clock in nutshell tones | AI-generated image In a city like Birmingham, no two days are the same. One minute you’re waiting for… Read more »

Shoreditch – London’s Flavourful Neighbourhood Where Dining Becomes an Experience

Are you planning to go to London? Maybe you’re treating yourself and someone you care about to a weekend in the capital, or perhaps you’re planning a… Read more »

Summer Exhibitions at Ikon

Seulgi Lee: SPAN Ikon presents SPAN, the first UK solo exhibition by artist Seulgi Lee (25 June – 7 September). Born in Seoul, South Korea and living in Paris,… Read more »

Birmingham Rep Announce Cast and Creative Team for their World Premiere Stage Adaptation Of Sir Lenny Henry’s Children’s Book The Boy With Wings

WORLD PREMIERE STAGE ADAPTATION OF SIR LENNY HENRY’S BEST-SELLING CHILDREN’S BOOK COMES TO BIRMINGHAM REP THIS AUGUST Birmingham Rep and Polka Theatre are pleased to announce the… Read more »

Humanitarian brings gift of dance to African students

A Solihull dance school teacher and her husband have returned from a visit to Africa where they brought the gift of dance to hundreds of children. The… Read more »

Sprinkled with Pride! Shake Shack Celebrates and Supports the LGBTQIA+ Community in Birmingham with its Pride Shake

£1 from each Pride Shake sold in Shake Shack Birmingham will be donated to Birmingham LGBT. UK, May 2025: From 23 May to 7 July, Shake Shack is proudly serving… Read more »

Caribbean culture to take centre stage at city celebration of reggae

Caribbean culture to take centre stage at city celebration of reggae

All-day Birmingham Reggae Carnival special at Hockley Social Club (HSC) on late May Bank Holiday Sunday will bring together the city’s Caribbean community in celebration – Event… Read more »

Rolling at the Tower Film Screening and Roller Disco on Friday 16 May

Join Bertz Associates, Children of the Diaspora, and Skate Buddies for a celebration of roller skating at Circus Mash, supported by Screen B14 on Friday 16 May…. Read more »

Birmingham-Based Brand Nylah’s Naturals Ushers in a New Era of Black Hair Care with Symbolic Wig Toss and Star-Studded Celebration

On Thursday, 1st May, Nylah’s Naturals celebrated the launch of its groundbreaking textured hair loss range with a lively, star-studded event in the heart of London. In a powerful… Read more »

Acts dazzle at The Core Theatre for sold-out reopening show

Audiences returned to The Core Theatre’s auditorium for the first time in 20 months as local acts and comedian Jasper Carrott took to the stage for a… Read more »

Picture this: Why Photo Walks are the new wellbeing boost for Brummies

New research commissioned by CEWE, Europe’s leading photo company, reveals that more than a third (38%) of people in the region say taking photos helps them manage… Read more »

THE GRAND HOTEL BIRMINGHAM PRESENTS DOWNSTAIRS AT THE GRAND

The Grand Hotel Birmingham is launching Downstairs At The Grand, a sophisticated speakeasy, serving as the city centre’s only late-night live music jazz bar from Friday 16th… Read more »

Where Does Birmingham’s Live Events Scene Rank in the UK?

Photo by William Hook on Unsplash Should Birmingham really live in the shadows of London and Manchester when people talk about live events? The city attracts some of the biggest… Read more »

Turtle Bay Birmingham’s Bottomless Brunch is Better Than Ever – Now with More Flavour, More Choice, and More Caribbean Soul

Turtle Bay’s Bottomless Brunch just got even better, with a fresh line-up of new dishes, an expanded menu, and the same feel-good Caribbean vibes that guests know… Read more »