Train of the future takes a test run
There was great excitement among rail enthusiasts when the prototype replacement train for the Cross-City line stopped off at village stations.The new West Midlands...
Eating up the mountains
ALVECHURCH extreme cyclist Tim Roberts is back in training – this time for The Silk Road Mountain Race through Kyrgyzstan.Tim completed the Tour Divide...
Friends of the station
A group of villagers have volunteered to adopt their local station to make it better for everyone.The Alvechurch residents have now been given a...
Let’s go on a journey
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It’s that time of year when thoughts turn to planning a holiday – but the amount of choice can be overwhelming, and not...
Photography as art
Bromsgrove artist Richard McIlwraith hopes to inspire readers with his travel pictures.
If they are strong enough pieces of art, the images within this article...
Heart of stone
Mary Green explores an island with a thriving ecosystem.
I recently spent a week on a magical island, with amazing wildlife, spectacular views, clean beaches, a...
A seamless service
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Since setting up in business last year, Seamless Chauffeur has attracted plenty of customers – so much so that the firm has been...
How to travel in style
Private chauffeured vehicles have traditionally been considered the preserve of the super-rich and famous.
Coast and countryside
We certainly did have a flaming June this year, and the first part of July. I don’t know what it was about the specific conditions, but the flowering of orchids in the area was the best I’ve ever seen.
Exploring the history of Bath
Members of the Kingfisher Probus Club travelled to Bath to explore the Roman Baths, guided by its curator/manager Stephen Clews who had previously given a talk to the group.