⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ There’s a new twist on the classic tragedy of Romeo + Juliet in Matthew Bourne’s latest touring production, which opened today (until 21st Oct 2023) at Wolverhampton Grand, before continuing its tour to Aberdeen, Paris and Los Angeles. Well known for his innovative, unconventional approach to classical ballet, Matthew has once again pushed the…

Ryman’s PYO Pumpkins
Autumn brings with it a myriad of delightful activities, and one beloved tradition for many families is visiting a traditional Pick-Your-Own (PYO) pumpkin farm. We visited Ryman’s PYO Pumpkin farm today and fell head over heels in love. This family-run farm located in Wall, Lichfield has a beautiful backdrop of open fields and offers a…

Art Focus: Maryam Wahid, ‘Dreams of Brum’
Handsworth Library is pleased to announce the arrival of a new exhibition, supported by Birmingham City Council’s Cultural Development Service. Titled “Dreams of Brum,” the exhibition showcases a collection of sixteen remarkable photographic portraits captured by the talented photographer Maryam Wahid, who is based in Birmingham. These captivating portraits were all captured during a series…

Calendar Girls The Musical
A touching and uplifting production with a powerful message of empowerment that’s sure to “…get everyone’s ding dongs merrily on high”. Rating: 3.5/5 stars Calendar Girls The Musical, has been brought to life by a collaboration between Gary Barlow (Take That) and Tim Firth (screen-writer) and is currently showing at The Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham,…

BRB Black Sabbath
A review of Black Sabbath: The Ballet

Top 10 Ginger Fox Games for Christmas 2023
Roll out the red carpet, set up the game board, and prepare for a year of gaming excitement! Ginger Fox is ecstatic to present the crème de la crème of this year’s games and puzzles. Brace yourselves for a rollercoaster ride of entertainment that will keep you glued to your seats, dice in hand, and…

Aston Community Fire Station Heritage Museum
Did you know that the oldest fire station in the West Midlands is based in Birmingham? Aston to be precise, and they’re currently getting ready to open up their museum to the public permanently. Before they do that, they opened for a sneak peek today as part of Birmingham Heritage Week for tours that you…

Ultimate guide to Parent and Toddler passes
Welcome to our comprehensive guide to Parent and Toddler passes in the Midlands, designed to be your go-to resource for planning unforgettable term-time adventures. Whether you’re a parent seeking new ways to bond with your little one or a caregiver looking for engaging activities, this post will provide valuable insights into Midlands based Parent and…

Visit North Wales
Have you been to North Wales before? Which part did you visit? We have just got back from a few days away and wanted to share some of our top tips and places to visit. Including the most perfect beach (Talacre Beach) that was only a 2 hour and 5 minutes drive from ours (B43…

Halloween Events in the Midlands 2023
Gone are the days of scouring the internet for Halloween events, both for adults alone and for families. We at Small House Big Trips have you covered with lots of events across the Midlands (updated daily). Take a look at our guide below, featuring exciting and fun events, from scary mazes to gentle scaretastic afternoon…