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Bon Jovi, Ricoh Arena, Coventry - review with pictures

Bon Jovi, Ricoh Arena, Coventry - review with pictures

They’re one of rock’s biggest acts, having sold more than 100 million records and created some of the most popular party anthems of all time.

Unusual brews? Mine’s a pint...

Unusual brews? Mine’s a pint...

Beer drinkers in the West Midlands are pretty lucky. A whole stack of breweries have sprung up in recent years, and anybody who wants a pint of the good stuff tends to be spoiled for choice.

Dita Von Teese to bring new show to Birmingham

Dita Von Teese to bring new show to Birmingham

Burlesque star Dita Von Teese will bring her brand new live show to Birmingham next year.

Martians invade steampunk festival at Blists Hill - with pictures

Martians invade steampunk festival at Blists Hill - with pictures

A Martian invasion of earth centred on Shropshire at the weekend, with a fight back to victory in a Victorian village.

Plane fans enjoy open cockpits weekend at RAF Museum Cosford - with pictures

Plane fans enjoy open cockpits weekend at RAF Museum Cosford - with pictures

Visitors to the RAF Museum at Cosford had a rare chance to step inside the cockpits of some of the planes on display this weekend.

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Music

Wolverhampton's Pool back with new shows

Wolverhampton's Pool back with new shows

Wolverhampton band Pool have announced a run of monthly shows for fans to enjoy.

Charli XCX to play Birmingham

Charli XCX to play Birmingham

Pop star Charli XCX will bring hear headline tour to Birmingham later this year.

Real rural music treat for children

Real rural music treat for children

More than 250 students have been treated to an afternoon of classical music and dancing – provided by a group set up to provide live concerts.

Bon Jovi, Ricoh Arena, Coventry - review with pictures

Bon Jovi, Ricoh Arena, Coventry - review with pictures

They’re one of rock’s biggest acts, having sold more than 100 million records and created some of the most popular party anthems of all time.

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Unusual brews? Mine’s a pint...

Unusual brews? Mine’s a pint...

Beer drinkers in the West Midlands are pretty lucky. A whole stack of breweries have sprung up in recent years, and anybody who wants a pint of the good stuff tends to be spoiled for choice.

Food review: Dough and Oil, Shrewsbury

Food review: Dough and Oil, Shrewsbury

There’s an intrinsic beauty in the way we mark Shropshire restaurants.

What it's like to make vodka and gin for a living

What it's like to make vodka and gin for a living

From grain to glass - Scott Kirkwood has combined a passion for excellent spirits and a love of the British countryside to create a range of tipples reflecting both.

Ludlow Fringe on form

Ludlow Fringe on form

From landscape art to Peaky Blinders, Ludlow Brewery is playing a major part in the annual Fringe Festival.

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Attractions

Sun shines on transport festival

Sun shines on transport festival

Welshpool was buzzing in the weekend sunshine with all things transport , when cars, motorbikes, lorries and tractors descended on the town for the annual transport festival.

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct world heritage birthday celebrations

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct world heritage birthday celebrations

The Canal & River Trust charity in Wales, Glandŵr Cymru, is hosting a free celebration at Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, near Llangollen, on June 29 to mark the 10th anniversary of the Llangollen Canal’s designation as a Unesco World Heritage Site.

Martians invade steampunk festival at Blists Hill - with pictures

Martians invade steampunk festival at Blists Hill - with pictures

A Martian invasion of earth centred on Shropshire at the weekend, with a fight back to victory in a Victorian village.

Plane fans enjoy open cockpits weekend at RAF Museum Cosford - with pictures

Plane fans enjoy open cockpits weekend at RAF Museum Cosford - with pictures

Visitors to the RAF Museum at Cosford had a rare chance to step inside the cockpits of some of the planes on display this weekend.

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In Photos

Bon Jovi, Ricoh Arena, Coventry - review with pictures

Martians invade steampunk festival at Blists Hill - with pictures

Westlife at Birmingham Arena - in PICTURES

Rehearsals begin for The Color Purple at Birmingham Hippodrome - in pictures

Hobson's Choice, Birmingham Royal Ballet, Birmingham Hippodrome - review with pictures

Rock fans enjoy stellar weekend of music at Download Festival - review with bumper gallery

Theatre & Comedy

Cast announced for The King and I ahead of Birmingham run

Cast announced for The King and I ahead of Birmingham run

The cast has been announced for The King and I coming to Birmingham.

Britain's Got Talent star Kojo Anim to bring debut tour to Birmingham, Stafford and Shrewsbury

Britain's Got Talent star Kojo Anim to bring debut tour to Birmingham, Stafford and Shrewsbury

Britain’s Got Talent’s stand-up comedy star Kojo Anim is heading out on the road with his debut UK tour – and will be visiting Birmingham, Shrewsbury and Stafford.

Dita Von Teese to bring new show to Birmingham

Dita Von Teese to bring new show to Birmingham

Burlesque star Dita Von Teese will bring her brand new live show to Birmingham next year.

Two new directors for Birmingham Hippodrome

Two new directors for Birmingham Hippodrome

Birmingham Hippodrome has appointed two new directors.

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The Shrewsbury Town FC Antiques, Collectors & Vintage Fair

The Shrewsbury Town FC Antiques, Collectors & Vintage Fair

When? 07 Jul

Where? New Meadow Stadium

The Shrewsbury Town FC Antiques, Collectors & Vintage Fair

The Shrewsbury Town FC Antiques, Collectors & Vintage Fair

When? 24 Nov

Where? New Meadow Stadium

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