What's on in Bournbrook

Bournbrook in the West Midlands has long been a quiet spot for serious study, but The Barber Institute of Fine Arts keeps the artistic side sharp with regular shows and talks. You can spend an afternoon looking at paintings without feeling like you are missing out on the rest of life. Local groups meet there to discuss everything from sculpture to history, so there is plenty to talk about over tea later. It sits right in the community where neighbours know each other by name, making it a perfect place to drop in and see what is on.