Greater Birmingham - Thread

[Brum X]

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[Ianbutty]

Fantastic photo. Thanks for sharing BrumX

 

[JezzFranks84]

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That's stunning!

 

[TheLocalYokel]

Spectacular! Is there much of a view from the big wheel? It seems dwarfed by its surroundings.

 

[rollo]

You probably can see St Andrews whether that's much of a view ( it's not a church) is debatable particularly if you are of a claret & blue persuasion.

The city centre is built on raised ground.

 

[Ianbutty]

Can you see Villa Park though? If not, it has been positioned.

 

[Brum X]

I can confirm neither are visible and both are mediocre stadiums and football club's compared to our northern cities.

Birmingham by now should have at least 1 "mega" stadium

I bet if the UK/Ireland joint World Cup bid wins , Birmingham wouldn't even have representation and why would we, there are plenty of superior stadiums to choose from, a world away from Villa Park.

 

[Brum X]

The time has nearly come Ray, well as long as we are not in lockdown, lol

https://twitter.com/x/status/1471185915250941964

 

[Brum X]

And we are off

Birmingham's 'world first' octagonal tower is bought by Singapore property firm

Midgard appointed as main contractor as site works begin on Paradise Birmingham tower

www.business-live.co.uk

 

[Ray Finkle]

And we are off

Birmingham's 'world first' octagonal tower is bought by Singapore property firm

Midgard appointed as main contractor as site works begin on Paradise Birmingham tower

www.business-live.co.uk

So looking forward to seeing this one rise... it has the potential to be something special.

 

[Ray Finkle]

The time has nearly come Ray, well as long as we are not in lockdown, lol

https://twitter.com/x/status/1471185915250941964

Forget any lockdown, as soon as this place is open I'm booking a table.

Pre-dinner cocktails at The Alchemist, post-dinner ale at The Old Contemptibles with a night at The Grand..... perfect

I'm so sad the The Jekyll and Hyde has permanently closed it's doors, such a fantastic pub. Really hoping there is someone out there who can revive it.

 

[Ianbutty]

Forget any lockdown, as soon as this place is open I'm booking a table.

Pre-dinner cocktails at The Alchemist, post-dinner ale at The Old Contemptibles with a night at The Grand..... perfect

I'm so sad the The Jekyll and Hyde has permanently closed it's doors, such a fantastic pub. Really hoping there is someone out there who can revive it.

Grand night out.

Roll on 2022...big year for the City.

 

[Brum X]

HAPPY NEW YEAR BIRMINGHAM

LET THIS BE A FANTASTIC YEAR FOR OUR FANTASTIC CITY

Photo credit to Daniel Sturley

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[Ray Finkle]

Cracking picture but definitely not the best angle to truly show off the full extent of the Birmingham skyline

In the next few weeks I'll try and make some time* to grab a picture from Tyseley or Adderley Park.

* I bet I forget

 

[Brum X]

Cracking picture but definitely not the best angle to truly show off the full extent of the Birmingham skyline

In the next few weeks I'll try and make some time* to grab a picture from Tyseley or Adderley Park.

* I bet I forget

Yes please, that would be great mate

 

[Brum X]

Lighting app has arrived.

2022/00277/PA

The Mercian 212-221 Broad Street City Centre Birmingham B15 1AY

Application to determine the details of conditions 12 (lighting scheme) and 24 (car park management and travel plan) attached to planning approval 2017/08357/PA

17-01-2022

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[JENNYJET]

I once lived near Adderley Park, a tortuous experience with an employer that directed me to the study of law. He was a Barrister conducting a Bookmaking business, he saw an opportunity and exploited it. Apparently, he gained the business in liew of outstanding fees. He taught me the intricacies of Racing and the betting side of things but also the logic behind everything relevant to the business.

I lived above the premises in Pretoria Road, Bordesley Green, whereby if one looked at someone in anyway offensively or with attitude, a certain stabbing or shooting may follow. It was a nasty area, not as bad as one I resided in Redditch before my current location.

To be honest, I would return to Birmingham if an opportunity presented. My hobby calls!

 

[Brum X]

I once lived near Adderley Park, a tortuous experience with an employer that directed me to the study of law. He was a Barrister conducting a Bookmaking business, he saw an opportunity and exploited it. Apparently, he gained the business in liew of outstanding fees. He taught me the intricacies of Racing and the betting side of things but also the logic behind everything relevant to the business.

I lived above the premises in Pretoria Road, Bordesley Green, whereby if one looked at someone in anyway offensively or with attitude, a certain stabbing or shooting may follow. It was a nasty area, not as bad as one I resided in Redditch before my current location.

To be honest, I would return to Birmingham if an opportunity presented. My hobby calls!

JENNYJET we are trying to put a positive spin on the city, not put them off

 

[Ray Finkle]

Lighting app has arrived.

2022/00277/PA

The Mercian 212-221 Broad Street City Centre Birmingham B15 1AY

Application to determine the details of conditions 12 (lighting scheme) and 24 (car park management and travel plan) attached to planning approval 2017/08357/PA

17-01-2022

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Looking across towards Birmingham from the A446 by Coleshill today and this thing really does dominate the skyline.

Can't wait for the Octagon to take over

 

[JENNYJET]

Brum x, I apologise if I was negative, been away too long. I would return tomorrow if it were possible!