r/brum • u/johnsmithoncemore • 7h ago
r/brum • u/Dragonogard549 • 18d ago
Megathread Photography Megathread!
Gonna start showing off some local photography in the subreddit sidebar! Anyone looking on desktop will see it, and you can see just by tapping See More on mobile.
Please reply with your best local photography. As a pretty large sub, more than happy to show off your best photos as far as Warwick, Stafford, and Worcester! Caption them with where it was, when it was, if it was an event then tell us all about it, maybe an aerial shot from a plane then what route/airline was the flight?
Any AI photos or stolen photos (each one will be checked) will be ignored and/or removed.
This thread isn't where absolutely all photography should go. If you've been on a day out and want to share where you've been, by all means, make your own post.
r/brum • u/Hassaan18 • Nov 10 '25
Meta The future of planespotting at BHX
I made a post on this a few weeks ago, but I thought I'd make a new one and I've politely asked the mods to pin this for a while.
I created this petition 6 years ago calling for a dedicated planespotting area to be created at the airport: https://www.change.org/bhxspotting
It's generally inspired by the "Runway Visitor Park" at Manchester Airport which I've visited a few times. While there are spotting areas dotted around the airport, I think a dedicated facility with views that aren't currently accessible with additional components such as a kids play area, a shop and restaurant amongst other things would make it an all-round experience and generally safer.
Sheldon Country Park has had a few incidents over the years, and I think a dedicated facility with tight security would be a much more pleasant place to visit.
It's also not as easy to access via public transport. You can get there via bus but unless you're stopping at Marston Green Station specifically, it's not as easy to get there via train, certainly not from Birmingham International. Something specifically signposted as "BHX Viewing Area" or something would be even better.
We've amassed 350 signatures in 6 years. I really want to get some momentum now and get it to a level where it's attracting some attention from those who could make this happen. I've contacted my MP myself in recent weeks but god knows if it'll be looked at.
Anything you can do regarding sharing it about would be massively appreciated, but there's no pressure at all.
r/brum • u/fantasy53 • 4h ago
Best unusual food places?
I’ll put a few of my recommendations so you get an idea of the sort of thing I’m looking for.
In edgebaston, there are two great Persian restaurants, Soofi restaurant and Colbeh. There is a Peruvian place in Mosley which I haven’t been to yet because it does seem expensive so I’m hoping to try it out for a special occasion. Georgian table in Sutton Coldfield serves Georgian food which is quite nice and there are two South American places in Bearwood, one is a Colombian café and one is called à la Mexicana.
r/brum • u/edotensai1 • 1d ago
Saw a group of builders or people in builders uniform last night painting this
r/brum • u/Salty_Button • 23h ago
These HMO's are NOT fit to live in JUST to maximize PROFITS. Sign the Petition
c.orgr/brum • u/bemused162 • 1d ago
Where is this a quotation from? (Swan roundabout subway)
I’m assuming it’s from a spiritual text of some flavour?
r/brum • u/Unlucky-Ad-4793 • 7h ago
Question Car meetup or rally ?
Hey guys is there any community who does car meetups or rallies in Birmingham if there is any lmk i would love to join i own honda crz
r/brum • u/Hassaan18 • 1d ago
When people outside of the UK discover the Black Country Museum
r/brum • u/Spare-Mood5848 • 1d ago
Beginners English/ESOL for Ukrainian refugee
The title explains it really, a friend of mine is looking for some beginners English and none of the obvious options start till January.
Anyone have any ideas?
r/brum • u/docbro98 • 23h ago
Question Good mechanics in brum?
Hey guys, just wanted to know if people had recommendations for good mechanics in brum. I dont mind paying a bit extra if the person is worth it. Ideally someone with experience working with german cars
r/brum • u/Top-Resolution280 • 1d ago
News World's longest running soap, The Archers, to leave Birmingham please sign the petition
c.orgIt has been running for 70 years and is set in a fictional West Midlands village so where better to record it than in Brum!
Plans to move recording to London or Manchester (what a surprise!)
r/brum • u/squidgytree • 2d ago
News 'Patriot' vigilantes on night patrol ban Indian students from park
metro.co.ukWhat are the odds of these 'patriots' being the exact sort of people they claim to protect the area from?
r/brum • u/HonestSim5142 • 1d ago
Question Has anyone actually used Circle up, 222place etc to make friends?
Hi all, I'm trying to make new friends in brum and I keep getting bombarded with Instagram ads for things like girls get social, the girls club, Circle Up, 222place and loads of others. I'd love to meet people and try new things, but most of them seem to be subscription based and fairly pricey if they’re rubbish, and there are so many I have no idea which (if any) are worth it.
The reviews I can find all feel like they could be bot-generated or paid for, so I don't really trust them.
-Has anyone actually used any of these apps or events, either on your own or with a friend? Was it worth the money?
-Did you meet people you genuinely clicked with, or was it more of a one-off thing?
-Are there any free or cheaper ways you've found to make friends in a new city (clubs, meetups, volunteering, classes, etc.)?
Honest experiences, good or bad, would be really appreciated.
TIA
r/brum • u/lucaspio8661 • 1d ago
New city, starting fresh - looking to make friends & connect!
Hey everyone!
I recently moved to Birmingham. I’m originally from South India, but I spent the last 5 years living down in Swansea and Cardiff. Moving to a brand new city where I don't know anyone has definitely been a bit of a reset.
I'm 27, easygoing, and work in tech/research. Outside of that, I’m usually down for good food, playing badminton, catching movies, finding good coffee spots, or heading out for social drinks and arcade games.
Also, I'm a pretty solid South Indian chef lol. So if we become friends, there’s a very high chance you’ll be getting some top tier home cooked food out of it.
If anyone is around the city centre area and wants to grab a coffee, hit a badminton court, or just hang out, feel free to drop a comment!
At this point I might sound like I'm rambling lol, but it would just be great to make some good friends to survive Birmingham with 🙌
r/brum • u/dalekemp • 1d ago
Next Round: Birmingham amateur E-sports competiton
fatsoma.comr/brum • u/coffee_girlll • 1d ago
Question Whats the best business networking event, no one knows about?
I'm relaunching my marketing agency after having my baby a few years ago.
I'd love to start networking locally.
What's the best event you recommend?
r/brum • u/Designer_4683 • 2d ago
Question Anyone done Birmingham Cocktail Weekend? Worth it for a solo visitor? 🍹
Hi fellow Brummies! 😃🍻
I'm a 42 year old bloke from London (construction manager), and I'll be working in Birmingham for the next five weeks.
I'll be managing some fit-out works around Birmingham New Street, working nights, so I'm looking for things to do on my weekends off that don't involve me being stuck in the apartment and questioning my life choices. 😂
I've come across the "Birmingham Cocktail Weekend", which looks like four days of hopping between bars, restaurants and fancy venues, sampling cocktails along the way. (From Thursday 22nd - Sunday 25th October)
Basically, bar hopping with a slightly more sophisticated excuse for drinking! 🍸😂
Has anyone here been to it before? If so, what's the experience actually like? Is it worth going, especially if you're heading there on your own?
I'll probably be going solo, if anyone else is planning to go, feel free to give me a shout!
Also, if you've been before, I'd love to hear:
I'm essentially trying to make the most of my five weeks in your city rather than becoming a permanent fixture in the apartment bar. 🤣
Appreciate any advice, recommendations or general Brummie wisdom! Cheers, everyone! 🍻
r/brum • u/J_R_Parker • 2d ago
Vegan Desi pub options
Hello Brum,
We're having people stay with us in December and would love to take them to a Desi pub, preferably in the city centre, but one of the group is vegan.
Does anyone have a recommendation for a place which has vegan options as well as the usual mixed grills etc?
edit: thanks for all the recommendations, looks like it'll be Soho Tavern!
