Life in Birmingham
10 things you can’t miss in Birmingham from someone in the know!
Selected from Media and Communications student Sophie Drake’s blog
Treats
Digbeth Dining club has flavour in abundance and a huge variety of delicious tastes on offer
The best drinks in town
The social hub of Sidewalk, Hurst Street, gives you a chance to sit back and relax with a drink on a sofa, or you can party with the best of them on the dance floor
Moseley Village
It’s all go at the Bohemian Bar, Moseley where there’s a lovely upbeat vibe with plenty of signature cocktails to keep you entertained all night
Treats
Harborne, 10 minutes from the city centre, is a treasure chest of charity shops and you’ll find yourself browsing for hours before walking away with some bargains
Custard Factory
Look around the Custard Factory at some great shops and enjoy the ever changing street art
Before and after the sun goes down
Birmingham has a wide network of canal systems. Do take a stroll along them and experience the beauty and serenity of it all
Electric Cinema
Electric Cinema is not your normal cinema experience. Sit back and relax, order your treats and enjoy a classic flick