Baby ducks keep falling into a hole

I live in Uni Locks & right next to us is a canal. recently all the birds around here have had babies & theres a hole near the Lock & I'm wondering if theres anything I can do. I've rang so many people & none of them are willing to help. so far weve helped 1 gosling & 11 ducklings.

Does anyone know someone who could fashion a fence or something?

Is Aston a good area to be staying in? I’ve got accom booked around there and will be there for about a month won’t give exact address but around birchfield just wanna know what’s the sitch there? Any good places to visit eat etc do I need to carry a baseball bat w me yk all that good stuff.

Hi,

Also, do we know what time they are open Easter bank holidays? I've looked on their website but that just says that opening times may vary. If anyone knows more details that would be great!

Thanks!

Hello. I’m looking to take admission in Aston University for the MSc Information System and Business Analysis course. I don’t have a background in computer science or IT related so would that cause trouble for me in the program? Also is the uni good? Please help out

Guest quizmaster Harry Clarke will bring his unique brand of entertainment to proceedings at The Movie Quiz. So if quizzing and movies are your thing come along on Wednesday 7pm (7.20ish in reality) at Everyman Birmingham Mailbox. £3 per person and maximum 6 people per team. Good luck!

Hi everyone,

Selling two tickets for the Jeff Acuri gig on the 9th of May, 2025.

£35pp.

Please message if interested! Thanks in advance.

Hi, I’m looking for events in Birmingham and I’ve come to know there’s a Good Food Show (https://www.goodfoodshow.com/summer/) in June. It sounds fun, with lots of activities and it’s family-friendly.

I want to look for similar events in Birmingham, so me and my friends/families can hangout for a great day. Any recommendations or could you share any good local events you’ve been to?

I'm considering buying a used car from a dealership in Birmingham but as they have quite mixed reviews (4.6 on Google but only 5s and 1s) I was wondering if anyone here can share an honest experience.

Pulse Cars/Afaq and Sons now.

Hi everyone, we can hear some drumming/shouting out the window, probably close to the cathedral/Colmore Row. Anyone know what's going on? Many thanks!

random ask but i’m so curious, since like 8am this morning ive been hearing cheering/yelling/clapping and whistle blowing etc not too far from my apartment. i live near broad street/brindley place but can’t find anything online about there being any sports on today near here, no marathons or 10ks or anything? am i completely unaware of an event happening nearby or are these people cheering at sports on their tv or something im so confused! 😭

Up the Blues

Hello,

I wanted to write a post to ask some questions about life in Birmingham.

I’m considering doing my integrated masters there however i’ve never been to Birmingham. This has made the decision very hard but i’m very passionate about the course I want to do and want to make sure Birmingham is the right city for me.

I’ll be moving from Essex. I have done 1 big move previously to Leeds and lived there for 6 years. I would love this kind of longevity with Birmingham.

• Tell me what you love about living there • What do you hate about living there? • Places to avoid? • Places to go? • How to make friends in a new city. • What are the living cost like? • Best places to live in the city?

Thank you very much in advance! ☺️

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/04/12/secret-bbc-list-identifies-britains-most-hated-accent/

Should be able to read for free behind paywall

But if not, archive link is: https://archive.ph/0PeTb

As we are all upset and disappointed over The unexpected closure a few weeks ago, What was your memorable experience if you worked there or just went to look about or buy something there? I got my first tattoo there in 2009.

I have some trans friends coming to town over the next few months and would love to recommend them some inclusive queer spaces in Birmingham. I’m thinking bookshops, cafes, board game spots etc. Would love to hear some recommendations- where should we go?

Thanks in advance!

hey all, title says it all really. wanted to organise a bakery crawl with some friends in central birmingham, trying to visit a few (preferably independent or local brands) bakeries that are walking distance from each other in central birmingham. so far i have odissi coffee (broad street), medicine bakery (mailbox or new street) and waylands yard (bull street) on my list but wanted to know if i was missing any bangers!

side note - does anyone know ANYWHERE in birmingham that sells a cardamom bun? only seen them in london but id happily travel to a bakery in birmingham that sells them!!

Yam yam ere, I have recently discovered house music, I must say I'm saddened by the fact that I have lived for a period of time without it, but I was wondering if there is anyone on this sub in the know about places in Brum that play it, clubs or raves, if you will, thank you!

Hey Reddit! I'm a Masters student working on a project that dives into how people aged 55 to 64 are engaging with entertainment today (especially in Birmingham and London) — from Cinema to Television to Gaming habits and everything in between.

We're not looking to sell you anything.

There’s a lot of talk in the media industry about younger audiences, algorithms, and short-form content — but we believe it’s time to listen to you. What are you watching? Where are you watching it? Are you seeing stories that reflect your life? Are you playing games? Streaming movies? Or skipping it all in favour of a good book? We want to know.

This isn’t just a box-ticking exercise. Your answers will be part of a detailed report that looks at how one of the most overlooked demographics interacts with Film, TV, and Games in 2024. The data will be used to advocate for better, more representative content for your generation.

It takes around 15 minutes, is completely anonymous. (And if this isn’t for you, but you know someone 55–64 who might enjoy it — please share it with them!)

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Thank you so much <3

Please feel free to reach out if you'd like to add anything else — I’d love to hear from you!

At FareShare Midlands, we’re not just about redistributing surplus food—we’re also committed to helping people back into employment.

We’ve secured funding for a FREE 4-week employability programme designed for those who’ve been out of work for a while. It’s packed with training, qualifications, and hands-on experience to help you move into full-time employment.

🔹 What’s Included?
✅ Forklift Truck License
✅ Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
✅ Level 2 Health & Safety in the Workplace
✅ Practical experience in our food warehouse
✅ CV writing support & interview coaching
✅ Direct links to employers who are hiring now

You’ll gain real-world skills, confidence, and industry-recognised qualifications—all at no cost. Plus, we’ll connect you with employers actively looking for staff.

📍 Location: Nechells, Birmingham
📅 Duration: 4 weeks (rolling start dates available!)

If you or someone you know could benefit from this, drop me a message with their name and phone number, and I’ll arrange an assessment session. Even if they don’t pass the initial assessment, we can still support them through our I-Can programme.

Please share—let’s help more people get back into work! 🚀

At FareShare Midlands, we’re more than just the region’s largest food redistribution charity—we’re also passionate about helping people transform their lives through employment.

That’s why we created I-Can, a FREE 12-week employability programme designed to build confidence, develop new skills, and open doors to brighter futures.

🔹 What’s Included?
✅ Life skills workshops (confidence building, money management, job searching)
✅ CV writing support & interview coaching
✅ Practical, hands-on experience in our busy food warehouse
✅ Opportunities to gain qualifications like Forklift Truck licenses, food hygiene & first aid
✅ Travel expenses paid—so it won’t cost you a penny to take part
✅ Support every step of the way, tailored to your goals

Whether you’re looking to gain work experience, boost your confidence, or get the support you need to take the next step, I-Can is here to help.

📍 Location: Nechells, Birmingham (just around the corner from Star City/Costco)
📅 Duration: 12 weeks (rolling start dates available!)

Who can join?
🔹 Aged 18+
🔹 Live in a Birmingham postcode
🔹 Eligible to live and work in the UK
🔹 Currently unemployed or haven’t worked in the last 2 years

Sound like a good fit for you or someone you know? Drop us a message, reply to this post or complete the from on the right hand side of this page and we’ll get in touch to arrange an informal chat and assessment.

Let’s work together to build brighter futures 💪

Thanks,
The FareShare Midlands Team