This is a really nice place in Bromsgrove, it is known at the local music venue. They have live…read moremusic most nights with a wide genre of music to suit most people. The regulars are great and love their music. The staff are friendly and helpful. There is a heated seating area outside but the best part is that there are caves behind the pub which have seats and lighting but the caves go all the way into Kidderminster (so the rumour has it but not brave enough to go and check) this area does get packed so go early to get the best seats. There is music memorabilla in the pub which warrants a visit on its own. They have their own website so you can check out which bands are on.

The food was okay, but not wonderful…read more The staff were okay, but not wonderful. And the building itself was nice, but my party were squished into one corner, and couldn't move about without the whole of one side of the table stood up and moved. Generally this pub/restaurant was okay, and I would not personally recommend it, but I wouldn't exactly avoid it. Although that said, they did have a nice variety of food, with plenty of choice.

From the owner: Traditional country pub specialising in real ales, wines and spirits. Large beer gardens with…read moredecking and marquee with stunning countryside views and children's play area. Function room hire for up to 100 people. Seperate room for smaller parties/business meetings for up to 30 people. Many catering options, include arrange your own catering and entertainment. PA system available. Log burner for chilly nights, and comfortable seating! Pool table and dart board. Regular live music, karaoke, film nights and much more. Camping available.

I was a bit disappointed with this place the first time round, I felt it lacked atmosphere…read more But upon a return visit I have now changed my mind. On the second occasion there was a band playing and there was a much bigger crowd in too. It was like being in a completely different pub. Needless to say the staff were great on both occasion. Very friendly and pleasant.

This is a great little pub, they show football and other sports and have an overhead projector…read morescreen so watching football is great. These are also known as a great live music venue and have music on most nights and weekends. They have some great covers bands on and love their rock. The locals are great and make you feel very welcome. They have an outside smoking area which is heated. They also have a cashpoint machine inside and a cigarette machine. It can get very busy at weekends when the bands are on. They have a website you can check out who is playing and directions of how to get there if you need it. Its well worth a visit.

Sitting right by the canal and just around the corner from Beermageddon (Our hot bed of Metal and…read morebooze for the weekend) is The Boat and Railway Inn,a really nice country style pub with a good choice of ales and a nice line in grub.. Myself ,Mrs Z and 2 of our festival Buds decided to give it a go on the saturday before the bands started at the fest,and we were very glad we did! I had a really lovely double chicken burger (2 big chunks of batted fillet and salad) and a pint of I forget (It was made by Ringwood brewery anyway) to wash it down with. Mrs Z opted for the fish, chips and mushy peas,and a pint of Forty Niner (Also by Ringwood). And our friends both had the steak and ale pie with chips (Which I have to say looked really nice!).. All in all it was a really nice meal in really nice surroundings,and it'd be my pub of choice if I lived in the area...

Went there for an evening - you deffo dont wanna go in ya best clothes - chairs are made in Africa…read more- good for the ppl who made em - but not for your best skirt - get caught on a nails. Car park wasnt good for your best shoes either - suggest jeans trainers and tee shirt. Reading the reviews - it seemed a great place to go - but they are dated 2012 - its now 2019. My friend googled their food cleanse things and was horrified to see zero rated. Summer 2019. ive just checked and its not changed. Go enjoy the garden centre - great plants and stuff.

I first went to Akamba in April this year. I'd found it online a few weeks earlier, whilst looking…read morefor tribute nights locally, and then a friend mentioned she had a voucher for a meal there, so we gave it a go. Let's be honest, eating dinner at a garden centre usually sounds like the sort of things your parents or grandparents (depending on your age!) would do, however, this little slice of African themed heaven is a far cry from what you'd normal expect of such a place! I've not made it to Africa, though have traveled widely in Asia, and the outside felt totally authentic, being similar to bars and restaurants I've eaten in abroad. Even outside, you are sheltered from the rain, and inside, where the buffet is served, it's warm and cosy, with live music of an evening, and the most amazing spread of food. I've been a number of times since that first dinner, having returned in the day with my dog, as it's dog friendly if you're happy to sit outside - they even bring a bowl of water for our four legged friends! I've had lunch there, and the most fabulous afternoon cream tea, and cake, whilst the choice is limited, what they offer is very tasty (and I'm a fan of cake!) I loved it that much the first night, that I've refused to go there for a meal again, as I'm going for my 40th, which happens to fall on a Thursday, and looking forward to sharing the experience with close friends. The service is always friendly. It's not always super fast, as it runs on Kenyan time, so this isn't the place to go in a rush. Indeed, why would you? It's such a delightful experience that it deserves to be cherished. Oh, and the shop is pretty fab too! So yes, dog friendly, fab food, great shop and friendly service!

Scary Canary is a cool little bar / venue at the top of Stourbridge High Street, housed in the…read moreformer McDonalds building. On entering through a fairly plain black door you walk upstairs to find yourself in a lovely room filled with quirky lighting, mis-matched chairs, tables and sofas and with loads of art by local artists on the walls, (most of it for sale). The venue regularly hosts gigs, film nights and quizzes with a different theme each week. Last time I did a film quiz there, one of the rounds was 'who can draw the best picture of Steve Buscemi'! The bar is well stocked with a good range of beers, wine and spirits and also sells snacks like crisps and nuts. It also has a really great sound system and a small area that serves as a stage and dance floor. I went to Scary Canary last night for a birthday party and had a great evening, I would really recommend it as an alternative to all of the chain / old man pubs that are in Stourbridge.

What a beautiful venue!…read more I went to see John Cooper Clarke perform, I left with a big smile on my face. Not just from the performance, but from the venue as well. Has a bar area, where drinks can also be pre-ordered for the interval, it is clean and warming, and the theatre itself is a gem. I did find the seats a little small, the larger bodied person may struggle, not sure if they have provisions. Ample free car parking outside too.

From the owner: Artrix is a versatile multi disciplinary arts centre based in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, with a…read more300 seat auditorium, a spacious dance studio, meeting rooms and a visually stunning foyer/gallery. The auditorium's balcony and side galleries give it an unusually intimacy, while its flexible central seating can be retracted to provide a dance floor. The venue's annual programme is made up of well over 200 specialist film screenings, over 400 workshop sessions and 12 exhibitions as well as participation and educational projects in the local community. Its live programme puts it at the top of many What's On in Birmingham lists. It consists of over 200 performances includes chamber and orchestral concerts, jazz, folk and blues gigs, top stand up comedy, cutting edge theatre and dance and more traditional drama.

good beer, great atmosphere and loads of good live bands…read more great rock venue

The Filipino Barrio Fiesta happens once a year during the summer days in Woodgate Valley's Country…read morePark. They provide a huge stage for karaoke singers, performances and other little treats that will entertain you during your visit to this cultural event. It lasts for a few days in which you can explore around the stools, try some Filipino delicacies, purchase clothing, buy exotic ingredients and just soak up all of the Philippines culture even if you're just passing through as it's open to all members of the public. It's very family friendly as they hire out bouncy castles, miniature rides and all sorts for a great family experience and generally just a far east cultural experience.