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10 gigs in Birmingham this January for less than a tenner

January 1, 2019January 2, 2019 Sophie Hack Birmingham, cave girl, chemtrails, Franko Fraize, Ivory Wave, Kagoule, Meme Detroit, Slothrust

10 gigs to be seen at this January in Birmingham, all for less than a tenner. We can’t think of a better way to start your year off!

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10 gigs in Birmingham this December for less than a tenner

December 1, 2018December 3, 2018 Sophie Hack Autumn Evans, Bad Girlfriend, Bristol Pear, cafe ort, Chartreuse, Hare and Hounds, The Flapper, The Night Owl, The Taboo Club, Violet

A super slick round up of all the best gigs in Birmingham this December for less than a tenner. It’s the gift that keeps on giving.

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The rise of Lady Leshurr – from Kingshurst Youth Club to the MOBOs and beyond

November 26, 2018November 26, 2018 Stephen Pennell Lady Leshurr

Lady Leshurr’s rise has been meteoric – win after win after win, courtesy of a series of releases overflowing with clever and witty wordplay.

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The best alternative drinking experiences in Birmingham

November 22, 2018November 29, 2018 Rhiannon Davies Bars, ghetto golf, Lane7, Old Joint Stock Theatre, SERVE, SFMQ, Sounds Familiar Music Quiz, The Mocking Bird Cinema and Kitchen, Tilt

From golf, pinpong to independent theatre, here at Counteract we have curated a list of the most alternative drinking experiences in Brum.

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A round up of the best independent shops in Birmingham

November 15, 2018November 18, 2018 Aisling Bruce birmingham shopping, gift, Independent Birmingham

Whether you’re after fine wine, cheese, homeware or ethical beauty products, Birmingham’s buzzing independents have got you covered.

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Resident Stories: Bournville – more than just Cadbury World

November 10, 2018November 12, 2018 Rhiannon Davies Bournville, Cadbury World, Kafenion, Leverton and Halls, Resident Stories, Selly Manor

Rich in history, glorious in all seasons, and home of the best chocolate in the world, we take a look at the quaint village of Bournville.

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Why the Birmingham music scene is better than you think

November 7, 2018November 7, 2018 Samuel Lambeth B-Town, Birmingham, Bryony Williams, Echo Beach!, harry and the howlers, Liquid Cheeks, Mayday, Music scene, P.E.T., The Taboo Club

Think Birmingham is solely dedicated to the Dadrock of Ocean Colour Scene and the beach-tinged perfection of Peace? Think again, my friend.

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The very best places for a Sunday lunch in Birmingham

November 4, 2018November 4, 2018 Richard Franks baked in brick, Birmingham, Custard Factory, Digbeth, food, harborne, Jewellery Quarter, Moseley, pint shop, The Old Crown, The Plough

The Sunday roast is a staple for many of us, but with lots of restaurants, bars, hotels and cafes across the city why bother slaving away for hours at home?

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The best independent coffee shops and cafes in Birmingham

October 31, 2018November 4, 2018 Rhiannon Davies brunch, cafe, coffee, Independent Birmingham, independent coffee

The independent coffee shop scene in ever-growing, and Birmingham is proud to host some of the best in the UK. Here are our favourites!

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The best of Birmingham’s museums and art galleries

October 28, 2018November 2, 2018 Declan Bowring Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Eastside Projects, Jewellery Quarter, The Ikon Gallery, ThinkTank

Hate the outdoors but still want a day out? Here is our guide to the best museums and art galleries Birmingham has to offer.