Becketts Farm — a family farm 25 minutes from Birmingham
The history of Becketts Farm is, first and foremost, the history of the Beckett family farms. This now iconic family business near Birmingham was...
From coal to natural gas — Birmingham’s energy history
There were no large natural gas deposits in or around Birmingham itself, and therefore no commercial extraction of natural gas, as the case, for...
The environmental revolution in Birmingham with Clearabee
Founded in Birmingham by Rob Linton and Daniel Long in 2012, with only £500, Clearabee quickly grew from a company with only one lorry...
Sustainability West Midlands — they know how to make the region greener
Sustainability West Midlands is an organisation that campaigns for sustainable development in both the city of Birmingham and the wider West Midlands region. Its...
Birmingham’s canal network — from driving the industrial revolution to being a favourite with...
The Birmingham canal network is one of the most complex networks in the world. At its centre is the bustling city centre, the Gas...
Beekeepers of Birmingham — a story of 3 guineas, delicious honey and a campaign...
Since its inception in 1879, the aim of the Birmingham Beekeepers' Association has been to promote beekeeping and support beekeepers. The Association offers a...
Robotic dairy farms in the Midlands — the reality of today or the projects...
Agriculture is a dynamic sector, and its role is of great importance today. It's no secret that the world's population is growing, and it...
Useful fossilised Birmingham — where the industrial revolution began
For centuries, the Black Country has been known for its mining industry, which has given the region a reputation for being rich in minerals....
Birmingham Industrial Park: The History of Aston Cross Business Village
Aston Cross is a collection of modern, recently renovated buildings providing office spaces just one mile north of Birmingham's city center. The buildings offer...
How British Geographical Discoveries and Conquests in the 18th-19th Centuries Fueled the Growth of...
The 18th and early 19th centuries were a period of global exploration and expansion for Great Britain. The nation acquired new colonies in Gibraltar,...