CBSO in the City 2025: Birmingham Comes Alive with a Week of Free Orchestral Events in Unexpected Places
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) returns this summer with its acclaimed week-long musical takeover, CBSO in the City. Running from Wednesday 23 to Monday 28 July 2025, this…
Five tips for stress-free summer road trips
Hot weather can put additional strain on car and driver Cars are 50% more likely to overheat in hot weather1 Hot road surfaces can increase the risk of tyre blowouts…
Rockfield Studios: The Hidden Powerhouse Behind 60 Years of British Music History
Nestled in the Welsh countryside, Rockfield Studios has quietly played a monumental role in shaping the sound of British music for the past six decades. As the world’s first residential…
Affordability driving UK staycation boom 63% of Brits plan to visit UK destinations this Summer with Dorset, Devon and Scotland topping the list
New research1) from Europcar suggests that affordability is the primary factor influencing Brits‘ summer holiday plans this year, leading to a potentially significant surge in domestic travel. The findings highlight…
City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and Birmingham Contemporary Music Group join forces for landmark concert in Japan
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) and Birmingham Contemporary Music Group (BCMG), two of Birmingham’s leading arts organisations, are performing a landmark series of concerts together across Japan this…