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Sand Pits Into City Road Opens on 23 October
Original web page at Sand Pits Into City Road Opens on 23 October The major traffic restrictions around the Paradise construction site, a major traffic thoroughfare through the centre of Birmingham City, are about to be relaxed in a major way. Motoring from the west side of Birmingham (Black Country, Smethwick, etc) you will from…
Read MoreFather and son jailed for running £7.7m brothel in Birmingham city centre
Original web page at Father and son jailed for running £7.7m brothel in Birmingham city centre A father and son who ran a brothel in Birmingham, raking in almost £7.7 million in five years, have been jailed. Cyrprus-born Achilleos Neophytou, aged 66, and his son Stefanos, 25, ran the Libra Club in the Jewellery Quarter…
Read More“Tweet to Eat” – Brum Bloggers Event at Ana Rocha Bar and Gallery
Original web page at “Tweet to Eat” – Brum Bloggers Event at Ana Rocha Bar and Gallery Last week I went to my second Brum Bloggers event at the sparkly and pink Ana Rocha Bar in the Jewellery Quarter. How did I get on this time around? It seems like ages ago that I nervously…
Read MoreSutton Coldfield man Martin Tierney convicted of running illegal Libra Club brothel
Original web page at Sutton Coldfield man Martin Tierney convicted of running illegal Libra Club brothel Martin Tierney from Boldmere has been convicted for his part in running a multi-million pound brothel at the Libra Club in Birmingham. A MAN from Sutton Coldfield has been sentenced for his part in running an illegal brothel. Martin…
Read More“A proper jewel in the Jewellery Quarter ”
Original web page at “A proper jewel in the Jewellery Quarter ” via mobile I’m a big fan of traditional boozers and The Red Lion is up there with one of my favourite boozers in the UK. I went a few weeks back for Sunday lunch (really good) but I have been many times over…
Read MoreWolverhampton still duo fighting to advance
Original web page at Wolverhampton still duo fighting to advance Clayton Bricknell (red shorts, hair down) and Nathan McFarlane (blue shorts, hair up) touch gloves before their Development bout. Nathan McFarlane (blue shorts, hair up) during his Development bout. West Midlands champion – Hosea Stewart. The trio claimed West Midlands titles in the competition last…
Read MoreThousands of Londoners heading off to live in Birmingham
Original web page at Thousands of Londoners heading off to live in Birmingham The most popular destination for people moving out of London is Birmingham, figures analysed by the BBC have revealed. More than 6,000 people moved north to the UK’s second biggest city in 2014-2015. Brighton and Hove was the next most popular destination,…
Read MoreLondoners in Birmingham: A survival guide
Original web page at Londoners in Birmingham: A survival guide Last year, more people leaving London moved to Birmingham than any other UK city. Thinking of taking the leap? Here’s a survival guide to help you make a smooth transition. Hipster hangouts If you’re a cool kid missing Shoreditch, the Jewellery Quarter is the place…
Read MoreMidland Metro: New milestone for £137m Birmingham HS2 tram extension plan
Original web page at Midland Metro: New milestone for £137m Birmingham HS2 tram extension plan An artist’s impression of the Midland Metro in Curzon Street by Millennium Point on the Birmingham Eastside extension A formal application has been submitted by the Midland Metro Alliance to build and operate the Birmingham Eastside extension from Bull Street…
Read MoreMuseum of the Jewellery Quarter
Original web page at Museum of the Jewellery Quarter Reviewed yesterday via mobile My friend and I visited this little museum of an old workshop. There was a guided tour with Rupert who was very nice and happy to answer any questions we had. He was very approachable, knowledgeable and passionate. Well worth a visit!…
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