The Midcentury Modern show takes place in London next month and it is not to be missed if, like us, you love mid-20th century design.

Birmingham is deservedly renowned for its shopping. And now the city has its own dedicated shopping website, Shopping In Birmingham. Take a look if you're coming to stay with us for some serious retail therapy!




"There are no bellhops nor a gym...instead you get a Mac Mini, free Wi-Fi, an espresso machine and a juicer (oranges included)." The New York Times
"I liked the fact that all the food products were fairtrade/organic (excellent!). The flat was lovely, wish I had somewhere like that in London.." Kate Cater, Life & Style Editor, The Guardian
"Why go? For an ultra-stylish taste of Birmingham..." Red online