As we previewed last month, this morning (Friday 25 July), the iconic steam locomotive 60103 ‘Flying Scotsman’ hauled the first passenger service across the Severn Valley Railway’s Mor Brook bridge since its repair.| RailAdvent
Ghosts of prisoners, children, and lost souls still roam the dark Victorian halls of Shrewsbury Prison| Spooky Isles
On 1st July 2025, Birmingham City Council hosted a commemorative event to mark the 30th anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide.| Remembering Srebrenica
HS2 has revised its plans for Curzon Street station in Birmingham to improve passenger experience, accessibility, and internal layout.| RailAdvent
Spooky Isles interviews Richard Moody from Tamworth Ghost Hunters.| Spooky Isles
POLLYANNA JONES suggests it's not a good idea to go messing with William Shakespeare's skull| Spooky Isles
West Midlands Railway (WMR) is boasting that the chess tournament it has hosted today (18 July) is the UK’s first on board a moving train.| RailAdvent
A three-year project to extend and improve facilities at Tyseley Depot in Birmingham has been completed.| RailAdvent
If you are planning a summer break that keeps the whole family entertained, the West Midlands has plenty to offer. With a variety of attractions, beautiful green spaces and engaging activities for children and grown-ups alike, this region makes an ideal setting for a relaxed and memorable staycation. Whether your family enjoys wildlife, history, or […] The post Family Summer Holidays in the West Midlands: Fun, Fresh Air and Lasting Memories appeared first on Share More Stories.| Share More Stories
HS2 is celebrating as its giant tunnelling machine, Mary Ann, broke through and completed excavating the first bore of a railway tunnel that will be the longest in the West Midlands.| RailAdvent
As part of a collaborative effort between RoadPeace and Birmingham Youth Offending Service, two young people have channelled their experiences and emotions into music, creating powerful songs that speak directly about the impact of dangerous driving.| RoadPeace
