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Once displayed in Dudley’s Churchill Shopping Prec

Once displayed in Dudley’s Churchill Shopping Precinct, this iconic glass artwork became a symbol of Black Country history and post-war Britain. After years out of public view, restored panels of the screen are now on display at Stourbridge Glass Museum.

Although the screen wasn’t originally made in Stourbridge, its new home carries huge significance for the Black Country, a region world-famous for its glassmaking heritage.

In this video, we explore the story behind the Churchill Screen, its connection to Dudley, and what its restoration means for local history today.

📍 Stourbridge Glass Museum
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Once displayed in Dudley’s Churchill Shopping Prec

Once displayed in Dudley’s Churchill Shopping Precinct, this iconic glass artwork became a symbol of Black Country history and post-war Britain. After years out of public view, restored panels of the screen are now on display at Stourbridge Glass Museum.

Although the screen wasn’t originally made in Stourbridge, its new home carries huge significance for the Black Country, a region world-famous for its glassmaking heritage.

In this video, we explore the story behind the Churchill Screen, its connection to Dudley, and what its restoration means for local history today.

📍 Stourbridge Glass Museum
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#BlackCountry #Stourbridge #Dudley #ChurchillScreen #StourbridgeGlassMuseum #LocalHistory #BritishHistory #WestMidlands #GlassArt #Heritage

We’ve just found your new favourite spot 👀 🍕 Fresh

We’ve just found your new favourite spot 👀
🍕 Fresh pizza. 🍺 Proper ales & IPA. Good vibes all round.

Green Duck Brewery – small-batch brews done right, from hoppy IPAs to smooth, flavour-packed ales. If you know, you know.

📍 Green Duck Brewery, Rufford Road, Stourbridge DY9 7ND

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This brilliant mural has gone viral—and for good r

This brilliant mural has gone viral—and for good reason. It features none other than one of Dudley’s proud sons, football legend ‘BIG SAM’ Sam Allardyce, tucking into a local delicacy: the iconic Black Country orange chips. A perfect blend of humour, hometown pride, and deep-fried nostalgia. It’s fast becoming a must-see for locals and visitors alike.

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Bumble Hole is a water-filled clay pit in the Bumb

Bumble Hole is a water-filled clay pit in the Bumble Hole and Warren’s Hall Nature Reserve in Rowley Regis. It was part of the Dudley No. 2 Canal until the Netherton Tunnel opened in 1858, connecting the Birmingham Main Line to Dudley Canals. “Bumble” means murmuring water, and “Hole” refers to the hollow next to the ford.

Local folklore suggests the canals are haunted by ‘Spring-heeled Jack,’ a Victorian demon.

Cobb’s Engine House, or Windmill End Pumping Station, is a Grade II listed building built around 1831. It contained a steam pump that drained Windmill End Colliery until its closure in 1928. The Newcomen engine from the site was moved to the Henry Ford Museum in Michigan in 1930. ⛓️⚓️🇬🇧 Credit: Andy Clee

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World famous orange chips, a true gem from the Bla

World famous orange chips, a true gem from the Black Country. Coated in a vibrant orange batter and expertly fried, these delectable potato chips are not just a snack; they represent a beloved tradition in local fish and chip shops, bringing joy to every bite. 🍟⛓️😋 Credit: themillennialrunaway

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In 1843, Richard Robinson envisioned the creation

In 1843, Richard Robinson envisioned the creation of terraced cottages on Bailey Street. However, the Birmingham, Wolverhampton, and Stour Valley Railway saw potential in his land for a viaduct to serve the Wolverhampton High Level Station. The pub stands proudly near the historic, former low-level railway station.

In 1987, Holdens Brewery purchased The Great Western, adding a single-storey extension within two years. On March 31st 1992, the pub earned its Grade II Listed status, celebrating its enduring legacy as a cherished public house. 🍻🚂⛓️ | Credit: Darren Sparks

📍The Great Western, Corn Hill, Wolverhampton WV10 0DG

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BLACK COUNTRY DAY!!! 🖤🤍❤️ Here are our top tips,

BLACK COUNTRY DAY!!! 🖤🤍❤️

Here are our top tips, on how to celebrate the big day!

Av a bostin day ar kid!

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Walsall Arboretum 🌳🦆 This rural retreat at the he

Walsall Arboretum 🌳🦆

This rural retreat at the heart of Walsall town centre opened in 1874. It spans 170 acres and includes Hatherton Lake, the country park and the extension.

The park includes gardens, green spaces, play areas, and sports facilities.

Phil Lynott was born in West Bromwich and later mo

Phil Lynott was born in West Bromwich and later moved to live with his grandparents in Ireland. He gained worldwide fame as the lead vocalist of the popular band Thin Lizzy. The band had many hits in the mid-1970s, including “The Boys Are Back in Town”, “Jailbreak” and “Waiting for an Alibi”.

Unfortunately, Lynott suffered from drug-related problems, primarily due to his addiction to heroin. On the 4th of January 1986, at the young age of 36, Lynott passed away due to pneumonia and heart failure caused by septicaemia. 🎸🤘🏻🎤

#thinlizzy #philllynott #westbromwich #unitedkingdom #rock #rocknroll #boysarebackintown #dublin #music #rockstar #westbromwichalbion #westmidlands

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