DO YOU HAVE AN INTERESTING BIRMINGHAM FACT TO SHARE?A 5.5 metre statue of King Kong by Nicholas Monro was commissioned in 1972 for display in Manzoni Gardens in The Bull Ring, where is stood for six months. It was later displayed elsewhere in Birmingham, then in Edinburgh, and is now in Penrith.

WHAT SHOULD WE LOOK OUT FOR FROM YOU IN THE COMING MONTHS?We’re really excited about our Cold Brews, which will be available very soon, as well as a wider selection of savoury items on the menu. We’re also really excited about the a number of other independents that are soon to hit the city – the scene is growing!

MEET GEOFF LAMPARTNER AT FACULTY COFFEE

WHY BIRMINGHAM?I ran a coffee shop in St Paul’s Square for 7 years and wanted to move into the city centre and get to know and network with other independent retailers. Since we set up our new business four months ago, the people of Birmingham have been really supportive and many previous customers have followed us to our new location in Piccadilly Arcade, as well as many new customers that love to shop the independent scene in Birmingham.

DESCRIBE THE INDEPENDENT SCENE IN THE CITY IN THREE WORDS:In its infancy

TELL US WHAT YOUR FAVOURITE PRODUCT IS AT THE MOMENT?Our salted caramel pecan and dark chocolate brownies – they are so rich and fudgy!

GEOFF RECOMMENDS….Purnell’s Bistro for cocktailsAutograph for styleSix Eight Kafe for coffeeBistro 1874 for a datePure Bar for a drink with your matesMarco Benito for beauty Left for Dead Records for good music in storeDisorder Boutique for being a ground breaking independent

WHERE WILL YOU BE SOAKING UP THE SUN THIS SUMMER?I’ll be enjoying a Meat Shack burger at Digbeth Dining Club

INDEPENDENTS

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SHOP SHOPINDEPENDENTS

Independent stores are integral to the vast and diverse retail offer in Birmingham, bringing character and vibrancy to the city centre shopping experience. With new independents opening every year, there is always something new to explore in the many arcades, centres and streets within the city.

With a sense of community and spirit of collaboration, it’s the personal service, unique products and specialist advice that sets independents apart.

This summer, ShoppinginBirmingham.com is celebrating the thriving independent scene in Birmingham. We’re introducing you to just a few of the faces behind the hundreds of independent stores, cafés, bars, restaurants and services across the city centre. Be sure to shop the city this summer and discover something special for yourself.

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CONTENTS:FACULTY COFFEE 4-5

LIQUOR STORE 6-7

ALL GREEK 8-9

CLEMENTS & CHURCH 10-11

UN MUNDO 12-13

ISLAND BAR 14-15

ATOO 16-17

PROJEKT21 18-19

ALFIE BIRD’S 20-21

LEFT FOR DEAD RECORDS 22-23

DIRECTORY (A TO Z) 24-29

SHOPPING MAP 30-31

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MEET GEOFF LAMPARTNER AT FACULTY

WHY BIRMINGHAM?I ran a coffee shop in St Paul’s Square for seven years and wanted to move into the city centre to get to know and network with other independent retailers. Since we set up our new business four months ago, the people of Birmingham have been really supportive. Lots of customers have followed us to our new location in Piccadilly Arcade, as well as many new customers that are loyal to the independent scene in Birmingham.

DESCRIBE THE INDEPENDENT SCENE IN THE CITY IN THREE WORDS:In its infancy.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE PRODUCT AT THE MOMENT?Our salted caramel pecan and dark chocolate brownies – they are so rich and fudgy!

GEOFF RECOMMENDS….Ginger’s Bar at Purnell’s Bistro for cocktails.Autograph for style.Six Eight Kafé for coffee.Bistro 1874 for a date.Pure Bar for a drink with your mates.Marco Benito for beauty. Left for Dead Records for good music in store.Disorder Boutique for being a ground breaking independent.

WHERE WILL YOU BE SOAKING UP THE SUN THIS SUMMER?I’ll be enjoying a Meat Shack burger at Digbeth Dining Club.

DO YOU HAVE AN INTERESTING BIRMINGHAM FACT TO SHARE?A 5.5 metre statue of King Kong by Nicholas Monro was commissioned in 1972 for display in Manzoni Gardens in The Bull Ring, where it stood for six months. It was later displayed elsewhere in Birmingham, then in Edinburgh, and is now in Penrith. Bring back King Kong!

WHAT SHOULD WE LOOK OUT FOR FROM YOU IN THE COMING MONTHS?We’re really excited about our Cold Brews, which will be available very soon, as well as a wider selection of savoury items on the menu. We’re also really excited about a number of other independents that are soon to hit the city – the scene is growing fast.

FACULTY – PICCADILLY ARCADEfacultycoffee.comTwitter @facultycoffee

Faculty is a small, quality focused coffee and tea shop in Birmingham’s city centre. Located in the historic Piccadilly Arcade, the shop serves brewed drinks to enjoy in or takeaway, as well as a range of retail coffee beans and equipment for sale.

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WHY BIRMINGHAM?The potential of the city is huge, and in our area of retail there was an opportunity to bring something different to the current offering. Also a vast amount of brands we stock were not already stocked in Birmingham, so we could represent brands from across the globe, which were new to the Birmingham consumer.

DESCRIBE THE INDEPENDENT SCENE IN THE CITY IN THREE WORDS:Growing, scattered, potential.

TELL US WHAT YOUR FAVOURITE PRODUCT IS AT THE MOMENT?The Ebbets Field Flannel Grounds crew jacket. It’s a collaboration with this brand and ourselves, so we are the only place in the world where you can buy this jacket. Ebbets make exact replicas of baseball garments from the 1920s to the 1950s. The major difference to other baseball brands is that they only produce non major league baseball pieces from this era. The jacket is what the stadium workers used to wear and has the team logo on the front with the stadium name on the back. We decided to design the same jacket with L for Liquor Store on the front and SPEAKEASY (our strapline) on the back.

NOW THAT SUMMER’S HERE, WHERE WILL YOU BE SOAKING UP THE SUN IN THE CITY CENTRE? I usually hit a pub for a beer garden (like the Lord Clifden), or The Church has a good roof terrace.

PHIL RECOMMENDS….The Jekyll & Hyde for cocktails - they have that 1920’s prohibition feel with their gin parlour.Six Eight Kafé for coffee - all about the coffee!Yorks Bakery for lunch – a great feel and always good food.Peel & Stone Bakery for something unique - a little hidden gem offering great bread and bites to eat.Cherry Reds for the best burger - the burger with pulled pork on top is a winner in my book!Pasta di Piazza for a date – the best Italian restaurant in Birmingham (I think).The Lord Clifden for a drink with your mates - especially in the summer, as the beer garden always has a great atmosphere with table tennis and a BBQ always taking place.The Church for heritage - fantastic old pub, with a beautiful bar and booths.

DO YOU COLLABORATE WITH ANY OTHER INDEPENDENTS IN THE CITY? Not currently, but we are looking at putting on a Liquor Store party at The Church this summer.

WHAT’S COMING UP FOR YOU AND YOUR STORE IN THE COMING MONTHS THAT WE SHOULD LOOK OUT FOR? We are currently planning an expansion to our store and looking to open a ladies denim store. We hope the expansion will happen by early next year

MEET PHIL HAZELOWNER OF LIQUOR STORE

LIQUOR STORE – GREAT WESTERN ARCADEliquorstoreclothing.comTwitter @liquorstore_estInstagram @liquorstore Liquor Store opened its doors in February 2012 at Great Western Arcade. The store is proud to use its expertise to bring customers an eclectic mix of heritage and next generation brands. Each brand has been handpicked to represent its customer with the finest denim, clothing collections, footwear and accessories from around the globe.The store is reacting to the ever crowded high street and fast fashion lines. Brands have been chosen for their history, great quality, new ideas, subtle detailing and for the team’s love and appreciation of what they stand for. Liquor Store uses house brands from all over the globe, but also carries ‘Made in England’ brands. All the brands have a fantastic story to tell! The store environment is warm and welcoming and the team strive to deliver a high standard of customer service through superior product knowledge, passion for the store and their manner.

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WHY BIRMINGHAM?Birmingham has got masses of potential! It has a rich cultural background but has not quite yet built the reputation of other cities in the foodie scene. In recent years a lot of effort has been put in by locals to boost the city’s foodie profile. As the city’s food scene grows, we have spotted an increased interest in fine Greek food and also a gap in that market. We’ve seen huge support from the locals over the past seven months, and we hope that their continuing support will help us grow and reciprocate to the community.

DESCRIBE THE INDEPENDENT SCENE IN THE CITY IN THREE WORDS:Up and coming.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PRODUCT IN STORE AT THE MOMENT?I actually have three at the moment. Since the barbeque season kicked in we have consumed more sausages, and we particularly appreciate the wild boar sausages that we have in store. Another favourite is Erythrotyros, a cheese dipped in red wine, ideal for grilling or frying. And last but not least are Florina red peppers by the Naoumidis family. Organic peppers grown on the family’s own land – these are stuffed by hand with cheese or pickled cabbage, and marinated in vinegar and grape must - a great accompaniment for the barbecue.

LAVRENTIS RECOMMENDS….The Bureau for a cocktail - great cocktail menu and chilled atmosphere.The Lost and Found for style - a grand building with beautiful decor.Faculty for coffee - good coffee and friendly service.Smithsonia in Piccadilly Arcade for something unique- they have a great selection of gifts and you can always find something unique in there.The Victoria for a drink with your mates - because of their collection of real ales and the informal atmosphere.IKON Barbers or Hush Hair for grooming and beauty - good service and friendly staff.The Bullring markets really ‘say Birmingham’ – they have been at the heart of the city since 1166, playing an important role in the city’s development and demonstrate the ethnic diversity of Birmingham.

DO YOU COLLABORATE WITH ANY OTHER INDEPENDENTS IN THE CITY? Yes, we are teaming up with a company called 4023 (forty twenty three) to primarily promote genuine Greek food in Birmingham and the region.The chefs at 4023 have 20+ years of collective experience in cooking having worked alongside their parents in their popular restaurant in Greece. Our shared passion for food brought about our collaboration and will see the guys at 4023 taking the property next door to us and converting it into an eatery offering delicious food to eat in or take away. Together we will be able to offer our customers the gourmet eating and shopping experience at the Greek space that we are creating on Stephenson Street.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS SUMMER IN THE CITY? The food and farmers’ markets. I like buying my food from the market, and Birmingham has got many food markets selling specialist and fresh produce. With the good weather the whole market experience becomes more enjoyable.

WHAT’S COMING UP FOR ALL GREEK IN THE COMING MONTHS? As people are getting to know us, we are getting requests for a few products that we currently don’t stock. Therefore, in the coming months, we are going to concentrate on increasing the variety of our products to accommodate the needs of our customers.

MEET LAVRENTIS KONSTANTINIDISPARTNER AT ALL GREEK

ALL GREEK - STEPHENSON STREETTwitter @allgreekdeli

All Greek is a small family run independent food shop specialising in fine Greek food products. The store has been open for seven months and all products are hand selected from the best producers all around Greece.

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MEET MATT RODENHEAD TAILOR AT CLEMENTS AND CHURCH

WHY BIRMINGHAM?Why not? Birmingham is the UK’s second city and home to a population of over a million. Plenty of potential customers!

DESCRIBE THE INDEPENDENT SCENE IN THE CITY IN THREE WORDS:Thriving, varied, inspirational.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE PRODUCT IN STORE AT THE MOMENT?My favourite combination at the moment, as it perfectly encapsulates summer, is the colour orange alongside camouflage. It takes two key trends for SS14 a step further. You can dress it up or down with different cotton trouser/denim/footwear options - it’s proving to be a winner amongst clientele and team members alike.

DO YOU HAVE AN INTERESTING BIRMINGHAM FACT TO SHARE?The Electric in Station Street is the UK’s oldest working art deco cinema at 101 years old. In my opinion, it’s also the best.

MATT RECOMMENDS….Ginger’s Bar at Purnell’s Bistro for cocktails - Fantastic cocktails set in an open, yet intimate venue make this a sure fire winner for me. Liquor Store for style.Yorks Bakery for lunch.Loki Wine for something unique – quite simply, special.The Jekyll & Hyde for a drink with your mates.Benjamin Ryan Hair & Beauty for grooming.Time Square in Great Western Arcade for service with a smile.Swordfish Records on Dalton Street for good music in store.atoo ‘says Birmingham’ – a fantastically well run store, built around a strong and loyal client base. Something for everyone. Bistro 1847 in Great Western Arcade - it’s not easy to do vegetarian cuisine well. They make it look easy.

DO YOU COLLABORATE WITH ANY OTHER INDEPENDENTS IN THE CITY? We tend to work with all of the other independents in the city as much as possible. Whether it’s putting together events or just simply pointing clients in the right direction with regards to their specific needs.

WHAT SHOULD WE LOOK OUT FOR FROM YOU IN THE COMING MONTHS?Plenty of new products including the introduction of casual tailoring and also denim.

CLEMENTS AND CHURCH - CHURCH STREETclementsandchurch.co.ukTwitter @clementschurch

Clements and Church is an independent British men’s tailor creating contemporary ready to wear, made to measure and bespoke tailoring. Set up in 2007, Clements and Church not only believes that the art of tailoring is worth preserving but is dedicated to invigorating it. Working with the finest craftsmen in the UK and Europe, the store delivers the very best in sartorial elegance for today’s discerning customer.

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WHY BIRMINGHAM?Birmingham is a cosmopolitan and vibrant city, but lacks smaller boutiques with personal customer service. We saw a gap in the market to bring boutique Spanish fashion to the city.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE PRODUCT IN STORE?One of the key items in our summer collection is a stylish dress in different shades of blue. It is comfortable to wear and can be worn on many occasions whether during the day or the evening.

ABIGAIL RECOMMENDS….We love small indies like the Handmade Boutique.Loki Wine for a drink with mates.16/18 Hair for beauty and hairdressing - the girls are amazing.Six Eight Kafé for a coffee to get you going in the morning.

DO YOU COLLABORATE WITH ANY OTHER INDEPENDENTS?Not currently, but we would love to work with different independents from across the city in the future to share experiences and expertise.

DO YOU HAVE AN INTERESTING BIRMINGHAM FACT TO SHARE?We see a lot of customers coming to shop in Birmingham from across the UK. This is great to see and good for Birmingham’s economy and growth!

WHAT’S COMING UP FROM UN MUNDO IN THE COMING MONTHS?We are very excited to be launching our new website very soon. Customers will then be able buy online, as well as in the store. We are also looking forward to expanding our exclusive brands to bring the best labels to our customers from around the globe.

MEET ABIGAIL MURCO-OWNER AT UN MUNDO

UN MUNDO – GREAT WESTERN ARACADE unmundo.co.ukTwitter @1unmundo

Un Mundo is a Boutique specialising in Spanish fashion, which is unique and exclusive to the UK. The store aims to provide style and elegance to its customers at affordable prices, offering excellent customer service that is personal and friendly.

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WHY BIRMINGHAM?I came to Birmingham at the age of eighteen and never looked back. I’ve seen so many changes in the short time I’ve been here and things are constantly changing. There’s so much to do and see and the bar culture is gradually improving with the choice getting better and better.

DESCRIBE THE INDEPENDENT SCENE IN THE CITY IN THREE WORDS:Making Brum better!

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE COCKTAIL ON THE MENU AT THE MOMENT?I love the Zombie cocktail for the presentation and quality of the drink. People can’t get enough of the rummy goodness! It pretty much sums up the bar and our attitude to great drinks, presented well in an un-pretentious environment. It’s all about having fun and drinking banging drinks that are garnished well and served with a smile!

ED RECOMMENDS….Any Bitters ‘n’ Twisted venue for cocktails.Yorks Bakery for coffee.Anderson & Hill for lunch - the Bavarian sandwich is amazing!Loki Wine for something unique - the combination of cheese and wine is the key to my heart!Digbeth Dining Club for the best burger - from the likes of Meat shack and Low ‘n’ Slow.The Electric Cinema for a date.The Pickled Piglet for service with a smile.

DO YOU WORK WITH ANY OTHER INDEPENDENTS IN THE CITY?We use Cherry Reds and The Victoria for our buffets to go with our cocktail masterclass, as we don’t have the facilities ourselves and love eating at both!

DO YOU HAVE AN INTERESTING BIRMINGHAM FACT TO SHARE?Birmingham is actually the youngest city in Europe with nearly half the population being under 25. This is great for independents like us, as they are always looking to try new places and new products.

WHAT SHOULD WE LOOK OUT FOR FROM YOU IN THE COMING MONTHS?We regularly update our weekend menu and are running a special summer drinks list this season, keeping everything fresh and using local products like Chase Gin. Look out for our refreshing long summer, served garnished with loads of fresh fruit straight from Birmingham markets.

MEET ED SHAWCROSSGENERAL MANAGER AT ISLAND BAR

ISLAND BARbar-island.co.ukTwitter @islandbarInstagram @islandbaruk

Island Bar opened its doors to the masses in September 2006. Determined not to be a typical cocktail bar, the team set it up on DIY ethics, to bring a lot of soul and no pretension to the Birmingham nightlife scene and to become a hub for music and drink lovers alike.The team has taken away all the stuffy nonsense of traditional cocktail bars and made the focus all about the drinks. The bar is proud of its range of drinks and the expertise of its staff and thinks customers will be too. Island Bar was voted one of the top 50 bars in the UK by the Independent on Sunday and has one of the West Midlands’ largest collections of rum – over 70 at last count.

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WHY BIRMINGHAM?It’s my home town, I’ve always lived here. Birmingham is not that big, we all pretty much know each other and get on very well. People have come to us for advice on setting up on their own because we’ve been here for so long.

WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO LAUNCH ATOO?It was a classic case of there was lots of stuff I couldn’t get at the time that I wanted, so the shop was set up to sell things I love personally. Being independent gives you the freedom to grow at your own pace. When the store first launched it stocked a lot of tees and denim based looks, but this has evolved into something more grown up, with more shirts, trousers and casual blazers, that remain lighthearted but smarter.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE PRODUCT IN STORE AT THE MOMENT?The Nanamica Newport Jacket in Grey. It’s a double breasted classic jacket but given a twist with the performance ‘alphadry’ fabric. It retails at £325 in store.

MING RECOMMENDS….The Church for cocktails.Faculty for coffee.Peel and Stone Bakery for lunch.Lord Clifden for a drink with your mates.Pure for sophistication.Honest Skin Care for beauty and grooming.Site Office for the wow factor – a speakeasy bar in a secret city centre location.Westley Richards for heritage and a store that ‘says Birmingham’ - the gun and rifle makers have been in the city for over 200 years.

We would also recommend Autograph for designer menswear – it’s one of the original independents in the city centre.

WHAT SHOULD WE LOOK OUT FOR FROM YOU IN THE COMING MONTHS?We’ve got more exciting Japanese brands coming into store. We organised a secret party in May, ‘atoo and friends play’, which we’re looking to organise again this summer. We’re also going into our summer sale this month and launching a brand new website for AW14 in August.

MEET MING NHAMOWNER OF ATOO

ATOO – ETHEL STREETatoo.co.ukTwitter @atoobirminghamInstagram @atoo_birmingham

Atoo opened its doors in 1998 as a sister store to Autograph and since then has established itself as a store in its own right. Voted one of Britain’s 10 Best Independent Menswear Shops by Esquire magazine, the store is now a go-to destination for alternative streetwear, luxury denim and rare hard-to-find labels from around the world.After expanding the store in the heart of the city centre, atoo now offers an exciting range of brands and products online, many of which are held exclusively in the area and are available in limited quantities.The store endeavours to offer its customers labels that the team love, as well as iconic heritage brands and new up and coming designers. A wide range of both smart and casual outerwear is selected, as well as footwear and accessories for the fashion savvy gent.

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PROJEKT21 – GREAT WESTERN ARCADEprojekt21.co.uk Twitter @P21ClothingInstagram @projekt_21

Projekt21 opened its doors in the historic and beautiful Great Western Arcade two months ago. The store hopes to bring a friendly vibe to the heart of the city, while offering in-demand labels and great products to the skate and streetwear scene.

MEET JASON FOREMAN DIRECTOR AT PROJEKT21

WHY BIRMINGHAM?Birmingham is the second city and, while there is an existing core retail element here, it is limited to only a few outlets. We felt that in a city of this size there was enough room to grow the skate and streetwear scene without treading on anyone’s toes. By being aware of what is already out there, we are able to bring new and exciting brands to the area that are not currently readily available.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE PRODUCT IN STORE AT THE MOMENT?We have so many exciting brands in at the moment, including Acapulco Gold, Staple and Primitive, that our favourite items change each week, but this week it would probably be the new Primitive 40s Tees.

JASON RECOMMENDS….Our neighbours at Liquor Store - they offer that slightly higher end cut and sew vibe, great for a more heritage look.atoo for style all day long, hold tight Ming!We love a trip to Boston Tea Party for coffee and cake - really nice guys and a great venue.Get yourselves to Anderson and Hill for the best fresh made sandwiches with awesome cured meats and cheeses for lunch - We’re big fans of the pastrami!Wrap Chic offers curry inspired burritos….you don’t get much more unique than that!Ikon Gallery for a date.The super friendly people of Bolongaro Trevor for service with a smile,.Ideal at the Custard Factory has been the long standing, skater owned store supporting the scene in Birmingham for over 20 years, these guys are on it.

DO YOU COLLABORATE WITH ANY OTHER INDEPENDENTS IN THE CITY?Currently we don’t, but we have upcoming plans to work with and support both local clothing brands and members of the local skate scene looking to increase opportunities for local skaters. In addition to this we will be organising skate events and trips to other skate communities around the country.

DO YOU HAVE AN INTERESTING BIRMINGHAM FACT TO SHARE?In 1899 a lion escaped from the circus and ran wild in Aston sewage system

WHAT SHOULD WE LOOK OUT FOR FROM YOU IN THE COMING MONTHS?We will be holding several in store events and shows with local brands and artists across the summer. Keep up to date with these by asking in store or subscribing to the newsletter through the website.

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ALFIE BIRD’S - CUSTARD FACTORYalfiebirds.co.ukTwitter @alfiebirdsInstagram @alfie_birds

Described by the team as ‘one damn fine establishment with an unforgettable charm’, Alfie Bird’s opened its doors just over a month ago to bring gourmet eats & beats to the heart of Digbeth.Alfie Bird’s aim is to bring the finest in food, drink, music, arts and more to Digbeth, stimulating the cultural heart of the city centre even further. The venue provides unique experiences, fun parties, gourmet food, exquisite cocktails and so much more.

MEET DAMIEN FELL & ANDREW PURVISCO-OWNERS OF ALFIE BIRD’S

WHY BIRMINGHAM?It’s Damien’s home city and it’s up and coming with a lot of potential.

DESCRIBE THE INDEPENDENT SCENE IN THE CITY IN THREE WORDS:Varied, buzzing & creative.

DAMIEN & ANDREW RECOMMEND….Cherry Reds – friendly staff and warm surroundings.Autograph for style– they sell clothes you can’t get anywhere else in Birmingham. We also love Provide - Damien’s entire wardrobe is from there!The Warehouse Café for lunch – a great selection of vegan and vegetarian food.The Lord Clifden and The Red Lion for a succulent sombrero chicken burger or Fazeley Studios for big juicy burgers with tasty crunchy chips!Stag Barbers in the Custard Factory for grooming – you never have to wait long and there’s always a friendly chat while you’re there.The Old Crown in Digbeth for heritage – it’s the oldest pub in Birmingham.Nothing ‘says Birmingham’ like the Rag Market. Lab 11 is pretty groundbreaking – great raves & underground music. BrewDog microbrewery on John Bright Street also fits the groundbreaking bill.Blakely Browns for something unique– offering unusual and one off vintage and reproduction furniture.

DO YOU WORK WITH ANY OTHER INDEPENDENTS IN THE CITY?We currently work with Pips Hot Sauce, Boxxed and Fazeley Studios.

WHERE WILL YOU BE SOAKING UP THE SUN THIS SUMMER?Poolside outside Alfie Bird’s at the Custard Factory.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE ITEM ON THE MENU AT THE MOMENT?The pulled pork burger because the brioche buns are as sweet as a nut and that spicy BBQ flavour just gets my tongue zinging!

DO YOU HAVE AN INTERESTING BIRMINGHAM FACT TO SHARE?Birmingham is the home town of the mighty Black Sabbath, UB40, Dexy’s Midnight Runners and Duran Duran!

WHAT SHOULD WE LOOK OUT FOR FROM YOU IN THE COMING MONTHS?We’ve just hosted Glastonbrummy, our alternative tribute festival, but there will be lots more World Cup screening parties and a whole myriad of live and club events to look forward to.

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LEFT FOR DEAD – CUSTARD FACTORYleftfordeadshop.co.ukTwitter @leftfordeadshop

Left For Dead is an independent record shop at the Custard Factory stocking new releases and back catalogue on vinyl and CD. The store opened its doors six months ago and also sells retro record players, limited edition prints, books and DVDs.

MEET ANDY HADDONOWNER OF LEFT FOR DEAD

WHY BIRMINGHAM?There’s a growing scene of independents in off-pitch places like the Custard Factory that offer an exciting alternative to the identikit high street store. We saw a gap in the market for a great record store selling new records in Birmingham.

DESCRIBE THE INDEPENDENT SCENE IN THE CITY IN THREE WORDS:Promising, different, brave.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE PRODUCT IN STORE AT THE MOMENT?The Thai? Dai! Compilation on the Finders Keepers record label. In the 70s there were a lot of bands in Thailand listening to British heavy rock and recreating that sound. The opening track is by a band who obviously listened to a lot of Black Sabbath! It’s essentially ‘Iron Man’ with a unique Thai twist.

ANDY RECOMMENDS….Alfie Bird’s for a cocktail – it’s within crawling distance from Left For Dead.Brewdog for a drink with your mates.

DO YOU COLLABORATE WITH ANY OTHER INDEPENDENTS IN THE CITY? I’ve worked with the Custard Factory to put on live bands and this is something I’d like to do more of with someone like Alfie Bird’s.

WHAT SHOULD WE LOOK OUT FOR FROM YOU IN THE COMING MONTHS?Left For Dead will be expanding its book range and continuing to grow its vinyl selection. We’ll continue to put on free live in-store gigs and we’re looking at promoting a ‘Left For Dead Monthly Showcase’ of local bands and new talent.

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STORE DIRECTORY(A - Z)1Aways 95 Corporation Street, B2 4UG 0121 236 3707 www.oneaways.com

3D News 89 The Pallasades, B2 4XJ 0121 643 6362

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atoo 11 Ethel Street, B2 4BG 0121 643 3989 www.atoo.co.uk

adam’s 21A Bennetts Hill, B2 5QP 0121 643 3745 www.adamsrestaurant.co.uk

Alfie Bird’s The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 270 6665 www.alfiebirds.co.uk

All Greek 33 Stephenson Street, B2 4BH 0121 448 5600

Anderson & Hill7 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU 0121 236 2829 www.andersonandhill.co.uk

Apple Pie House The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 07515 280902 www.applepiehouse.com

Asha’s Restaurant 12-22 Newhall Street, B3 3LX 0121 200 2767 www.ashasrestaurants.com/birmingham/

At One Day Spa Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU 0121 233 0600 atonedayspa.co.uk

Athens & Napoli 30-32A Paradise Street, B1 2BJ 0121 643 5523 www.athensrestaurant.co.uk

Audio AffairThe Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0844 504 0350 www.audioaffair.co.uk

Autograph 15-17 Ethel Street, B2 4BG 0121 633 3540 www.autographmenswear.com

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B Beautiful 10 Cannon Street, B2 5EP 0121 643 7617 www.b-beautifulstudio.co.uk

Bad Apple Hair 4 Burlington Arcade, B2 4JQ 0121 633 0633 www.badapplehair.com

Benjamin Ryan Hair & Beauty 117 Edmund Street, B3 2HJ 0121 236 6600 benjaminryanhair.co.uk

Bicicielo 43 Temple Street, B2 5DP 0121 643 4442 www.bicicielo.com

Biothecare Estetika 1A, 115 John Bright Street, B1 1BE 0121 643 0643 www.biothecareestetika.com

Bistro 1847 26 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU 0121 236 2313 www.bistro1847.com

Blakeley-Browns The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 07769 871844 www.blakeley-browns.co.uk

Bodega 12 Bennetts Hill, B2 5RS0121 448 4267www.bodegabirmingham.co.uk

Bolongaro Trevor 9 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU 0121 236 2443 www.bolongarotrevor.com

Bon Bon Newsagents New Market Street, B3 2NH 0121 236 2976

Bread Collection 1 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU0121 246 1212 www.breadcollection.co.uk

Brewdog 81-87 John Bright Street, B1 1BL 0121 616 1339 www.brewdog.com

Bushwackers 103 Edmund Street, B3 2HZ 0121 236 4994 www.bushwackers.co.uk

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Cafe Costes 58 Newhall Street, B3 3RJ 0121 236 6072 www.cafecostes.co.uk

Café Neo 5-6 Edgbaston Street, B5 4RB0121 622 5509

Callaghan Tailor12 Suffolk Street Queensway, B1 1LT 0121 643 7334

CB4 Womenswear 7 Edgbaston Street, B5 4RB

Char Wallah Unit 14 High Street, Pavilions, B4 7SL 0121 633 3681 www.charwallah.com

Cherry Reds 88/92 John Bright Street, B1 1BN 0121 643 5716 www.cherryreds.com

Chi Bar & Grill 61 Newhall Street, B3 3RB 0121 233 3150 www.chibar.co.uk

Chilly Billys 15-16 Edgbaston Street, B5 4RB0121 666 6697

Chinese Buffet 135 New Street, B2 4NP

Chop & Wok 17 Cannon Street, B2 5EN 0121 634 3977 www.chopandwok.co.uk

Chop & Wok 11 Suffolk Street Queensway, B1 1LT0121 643 6430 www.chopandwok.co.uk

Chouchoute Chocolaterie 40 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU0121 233 1300 www.chouchoute.co.uk

Christodoulou’s6 North Western Arcade, B2 5LH0121 236 5845 www.hairbeauty.me

Chung Ying Central 126 Colmore Row, B3 3AP 0121 400 0888 www.chungyingcentral.co.uk

Churchills Snooker Club 20 Stephenson Street, B2 4BJ0121 633 9061

City Centre News 6A Temple Row, B2 5HG

Clements & Church 22 Church Street, B3 2NP 0121 233 9994 www.clementsandchurch.co.uk

Cloudo Kids 9 Ethel Street, B2 4BG 0121 270 5348 www.cloudokids.com

Cocktail Cosmetics The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 201 2106 www.cocktailcosmetics.co.uk

Coffee Lounge 10 Navigation Street, B2 4BS 0121 633 9767 www.the-coffee-lounge.co.uk

Colour and Beauty 83 Bull Street, B4 6AB 0121 233 2879

Courtier Cuts Steelhouse Lane, B4 6DR 0121 233 1506

Courtney Co. Hairdressing 36 Pinfold Street, B2 4DG 0121 643 1899 www.courtneycohair.com

Crockett & Jones 25 Colmore Row, B3 2BS 0121 236 7351 www.crockettandjones.com

Cyber Candy 80 Bull Street, B4 6AB 0121 212 2199 www.cybercandy.co.uk

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Designer Leathers 8 The Minories, Bull Street, B4 6AG0121 233 2489

Disorder 14 Needless Alley, B2 5AE 0121 643 2131 www.disorderboutique.com

DJ Tech Direct The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 664 2222 www.djtechdirect.com

Duvet City 2 Gloucester Street, B5 4RB 0121 622 1774www.duvetcity.com/

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Edmunds Lounge Bar 106-110 Edmund Street, B3 2ES0121 200 2423 www.edmundsrestaurant.co.uk

Estilo L8 Bullring Link, Bullring, B5 4BF0121 633 8646www.estiloclothing.co.uk

Ethos 47 Pinfold Street, B2 4AY 0121 631 3657 www.ethosflowers.com

Ethos 17 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU0121 212 3220www.ethosjewellers.com

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Faculty Piccadilly Arcade, B2 4HD www.facultycoffee.com

Finishing Touches 11 Piccadilly Arcade, B2 4HD 0121 643 2600 www.finishingtouchesbeautysalon.co.uk

Fragile Design The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 224 7378 www.fragiledesign.com

Frydays 32 Martineau Place, B2 4UH

Fumo 77 Temple Row, B2 5BN 0121 643 8979 www.sancarlofumo.co.uk

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Gavills Auction House and Vintage Design Studio The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 07971 165918

Gingermeg’s Vintage The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 07891 443993 www.gingermegs-vintage.co.uk

Gs3 15-16 Burlington Arcade, B2 4BL0121 643 9292

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Handmade Boutique 22 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU07580 239054 www.handmade-boutique.co.uk

Hindleys Bakery 128 Steelhouse Lane, B4 6DR 0121 236 2886 www.hindleys-bakers.co.uk

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Home is Where… 26 Church Street, B3 2NP 0121 236 2339 www.homecafedeli.com

HS News The Custard Factory, B9 4AA

Hub Hair 35 Livery Street, B3 2PB

Hush Hair 35-37 Stephenson Street, B2 4BH0121 634 3232 www.hushhair.com

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Ian Allan Book & Model Shop 12 Ethel Street, B2 4BG 0121 643 2496 www.ianallanpublishing.com

Ideal Skate The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 224 7392 www.idealbirmingham.co.uk

Ikon Barbers 32 Stephenson Street, B2 4BH0121 643 6853 www.ikonbarbersbirmingham.co.uk

Ikon Barbers 5 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU0121 236 9080 www.ikonbarbersbirmingham.co.uk

Indoor Market Edgbaston Street, B5 4RJ 0121 622 0201 www.bullringindoormarket.net

Isaacs Contemporary Indian Dining 7 Bennetts Hill, B2 5ST 0121 212 1020 www.isaacsrestaurant.co.uk

Island Bar 14-16 Suffolk Street Queensway, B1 1LT 0121 632 5296 www.bar-island.co.uk

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Jinxy Art The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 07743 828231 www.jinxyart.co.uk

John Hollingsworth & Son 27 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU0121 236 7768

JoJolapa Bar & Restaurant 55-59 Newhall Street, B3 3RB 0121 212 2511 www.jojolapa.co.uk

Juliet’s Hair & Beauty 4 City Arcade, Union Street, B2 4TX0121 643 4888 www.julietshair.com

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Klassic Koncept 9 Lower Severn Street, B1 1PU0121 634 3445 www.blackhairbirmingham.com

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Le Keux Vintage Salon The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 224 7377 www.lekeuxvintagesalon.co.uk

Left for Dead The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 773 1526 www.leftfordeadshop.co.uk

Lemuria Retreat 33 Colmore Row, B3 2BS 0121 233 0556 www.lemuriaretreat.co.uk

Lerage Beauty 12 The Minories, Bull Street, B4 6AG0121 633 3333 www.beautysalons.me.uk

Liquor Store 30 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU0121 236 5830 www.liquorstoreclothing.com

Lisa Shepherd Hair Salon 5-7 Temple Row West, B2 5NY0121 236 6981 www.lisashepherd.co.uk

Little Chef 9A Union Passage, B2 4SP

Livsstil the Cookshop 4 The Minories, Bull Street, B4 6AG0121 236 4293 www.livsstil.co.uk

Loki Wine 36 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU0121 212 9440 www.lokiwine.co.uk

Love It! Studios 55, Newhall Street, B3 3RB0845 647 1000 www.loveitstudios.com

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Marco Benito 18 Piccadilly Arcade, B2 4HD 0121 643 1977 www.marcobenito.com

McTunney’s Sweet Emporium The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 224 7524 www.mctunneys.co.uk

Meer John Bright Street, B1 1BN 07738 512010 www.meershishalounge.co.uk

Metro Bar and Grill 73 Cornwall Street, B3 2DF 0121 200 1911 www.metrobarandgrill.co.uk

Milque & Muhle The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 224 7404 www.milqueandmuhle.co.uk

Mockingbird Theatre and Bar The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 224 7456 www.mockingbirdtheatre.com

Modern Casuals The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0123 485 1681www.80scasualclassics.co.uk

Montys Sandwich Company Unit 5 Colmore Gate, B4 6AD 0121 236 6607 www.stlmontys.com

More By Design The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 247 7616 www.morebydesign.com

More than Vintage 3 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU

Mount Fuji 4 Spiceal Street, Bullring, B5 4BH0121 633 9685 www.mountfuji.co.uk

Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shoppe34 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU07852 180257 www.mrsimmsoldesweetshoppe.co.uk

Mutt Motorcycles The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0156 273 0429 www.muttmotorcycles.com

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Nails World 5 The Minories, Bull Street, B4 6AG0121 236 4334

Nata 25 Martineau Place, B2 4UB 0121 236 5670

Neon 10 Edgbaston Street, St Martin’s Market, B5 4RB 0121 622 4904

News Express 12 Corporation Street, B2 4RN 0121 633 9792

Newsagent 26 Martineau Place, B2 4UH

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Onu 3 Burlington Arcade, B2 4HD0121 643 3434

Onyx Workshop Jewellers 10 Piccadilly Arcade, B2 4HD 0121 633 8220

Opus 54 Cornwall Street, B3 2DE 0121 200 2323 www.opusrestaurant.co.uk

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Parlour Hair Queens College Chambers, B1 2AJ0121 643 9049 www.parlourhair.co.uk

Passion for Fashion Menswear12 Edgbaston Street, B5 4RB

Passion for Fashion Womenswear11 Edgbaston Street, B5 4RB

Petals of Piccadilly 17 Piccadilly Arcade, B2 4HD 0121 643 2468 www.petalsofpiccadilly.co.uk

Piccadilly Cobbler 12 Piccadilly Arcade, B2 4HD 07581 292805

Piccadilly Jewellers 105 New Street, B2 4HD 0121 643 5791 www.piccadillyjewellers.co.uk

Piccadilly Opticians 13 Piccadilly Arcade, B2 4HD 0121 643 2880 www.piccadillyopticians.co.uk

Pinfold Dry Cleaners 35 Pinfold Street, B2 4DG 0121 643 8733 www.pinfoldsdrycleaners.co.uk

Polo Cafe Bar 13 Navigation Street, B2 4DD 0121 439 0034

Polo Grill Chicken 38 Pinfold Street, B2 4AY 0121 448 0074

Post Office Vaults 84B New Street, B2 4BA 0121 643 7354 www.postofficevaults.co.uk

Primitivo 10 Barwick Street, B3 2NT 0121 236 6866 www.primitivo-birmingham.co.uk

Profile Espresso 14 Piccadilly Arcade, B2 4HD 07788 475524

Projekt2118 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HUwww.projekt21.co.uk

Provide The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 224 8224 www.provideshop.com

Prowler29-30 Stephenson Street, B2 4BH0121 665 6379 www.prowler.co.uk

Pure Bar & Kitchen 30 Waterloo Street, B2 5TJ 0121 237 5666 www.purebarandkitchen.co.uk

Purnell’s Bistro & Ginger’s Bar11 Newhall Street, B3 3NY 0121 200 1588 www.purnellsbistro-gingers.com

Purnell’s 55 Cornwall Street, B3 2DH 0121 212 9799www.purnellsrestaurant.com

Puro Hair 1B, 115 John Bright Street, B1 1BE0121 616 1168 www.purohair.co.uk

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Quickstitch 7 North Western Arcade, B2 5LH0121 236 0822

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Rawhide Corsets The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 608 1220 www.rawhidecorsets.co.uk

Rex Johnson & Sons 8 Corporation Street, B2 4RN 0121 643 9674www.rexjohnsonandsons.co.uk

Roberts Jewellers 10 Temple Row, B2 5HG 0121 212 2615www.robertsjewellers.co.uk

Roberts Jewellers 29 Corporation Street, B2 4LS0121 633 3260 www.robertsjewellers.co.uk

Rosen & Nathan 1st Floor, 17 Cannon Street, B2 5EN0121 643 4834 www.rosenandnathan.co.uk/

Rustic Sandwich Shop 35 Livery Street, B3 2PB 0121 233 4444

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Sandhu News 15 Navigation Street, B2 4DD 0121 643 3605

Sandhu News 84 New Street, B2 4BA 0121 643 9993

Sandhu News 12 Cherry Street, B2 5AR

Sara Preisler GalleryThe Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 248 4445 www.sarapreislergallery.co.uk

Schwarma City 23B Martineau Place, B2 4UB

Serenity 37 Temple Street, B2 5DP 0121 683 0043 www.serenitybc.co.uk

Shaz Electronics & Mobiles 3 Gloucester Street, B5 4RB

Sheila’s Nets 13 Edgbaston Street, B5 4RB0121 622 4022

Sims Footwear 32 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU0121 212 3620

Six Eight Kafe 6-8 Temple Row, B2 5HG www.sixeightkafe.co.uk

Smithsonia 5-9 Piccadilly Arcade, B2 4HD0121 643 8194www.smithsonia.co.uk

Sonique Bullring Link, B5 4BF 0121 631 3574 www.soniqueclothing.co.uk

Stag Creative Barbers The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 07977 319160

Staying Cool Apartments 150 New Street, B2 4PA0121 285 1250 www.stayingcool.com

Stone Willy’s Deli 7 Burlington Arcade, B2 4BL0121 643 3023 www.stonewillyspizza.co.uk

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Talk Of The Town 3 Martineau Place, B2 4UJ

Temple Street Social 39-40 Temple Street, B2 5DP 0121 643 3378 www.templestreetsocial.co.uk

The Bench 504 The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 07909 394382 www.thebench504.co.uk

The Bureau 110 Colmore Row, B3 3AG 0121 236 1110www.thebureaubar.co.uk

The Centenary Lounge Snow Hill Station, B3 2BJ 0121 633 4274 www.centenarylounge.com

The Contact Lens Practice 5 Lower Temple Street, B2 4JD0121 643 3848 www.thecontactlenspractice.co.uk

The Couture Company The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 608 4445 www.the-couture-company.co.uk

The Delhi 36 Union Street, B2 4SR

The Dentist in Town 10 The Minories, Bull Street, B4 6AG0121 236 8681 www.dentistintown.co.uk

The Depot The Custard Factory, B9 4AA The Framers The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 693 6693 www.theframers.net

The Gloves 1 Gloucester Street, B5 4RB 0121 622 7067 www.the-gloves.co.uk

The Hatman 90 The Pallasades, B2 4DH 0121 643 2047 www.thehatman.net

The Jekyll & Hyde 28 Steelhouse Lane, B4 6BJ 0121 236 0345 www.thejekyllandhyde.co.uk

The Sexy Shop 9 Edgbaston Street, B5 4RB

The Tanning Shop 49 Pinfold Street, B2 4AY 0121 643 8281 www.thetanningshop.co.uk

The Victoria 48 John Bright Street, B1 1BN0121 633 9439 www.thevictoriabirmingham.co.uk

The Victorian Restaurant 16 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU0121 236 8312

The Wellington 37 Bennetts Hill, B2 5SN 0121 200 3115 www.thewellingtonrealale.co.uk

The Whisky Shop35 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU0121 212 1815 www.whiskyshop.com

Thorough Bread Snow Hill Station, B3 2QD 0121 233 0184

Time Square 8 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU0121 233 2888

Top Tailor 17-19 Martineau Place, B2 4UJ0121 236 3266

Top Tailor 16 Piccadilly Arcade, B2 4HD 07921 227501

Trunk Junkies Vintage The Custard Factory, B9 4AA

Tucker’s 9 The Minories, Bull Street, B4 6AG0121 236 8268

Twist Café 3 Ethel Street, B2 4BG www.twistcafe.co.uk

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Un Mundo 20 Great Western Arcade, B2 5HU0121 236 6056www.unmundo.co.uk

Unit 7 8 North Western Arcade, B2 5LH0121 448 3464

Urban Coffee Company30 Church Street, B3 2NP 0121 236 0207 www.urbancoffee.co.uk

Urban Feast 14 Navigation Street, B2 4DD 0121 643 5575 www.urbanfeast.co.uk

Urban PieMiddle Mall, Bullring, B5 4BG 0121 643 0040 www.urbanpie.co.uk

Urban Ride The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 07951 106404

Urban Roots 6 Lower Temple Street, B2 4JD0121 643 4747

Urban Style Clothing 4 Gloucester Street, B5 4RB

Urban Village The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 224 7367www.urban-village.co.uk

Utopia the Country Bar 16 Church Street, B3 2NP 0121 233 3666 www.bar-utopia.co.uk

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Victoria Square Café 50 Pinfold Street, B2 4AY 0121 643 1467

Vintage Hideaway The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 07999 712726

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Wayland’s Forge The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 683 0075 www.waylandsforge.co.uk

Will Murphy Dentistry 51 Newhall Street, B3 3QR 0121 236 7630 www.willmurphydentistry.co.uk

Wok Your Way 17 Navigation Street, B2 4BS 0121 616 2377www.wokyourway.co.uk

Wow Dental The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 674 4200 www.wowdental.co.uk

WrapChic 3 North Western Arcade, B2 5LH0121 236 8333 www.wrapchic.co.uk

Wysteria Lane Unit 15 High Street, Pavilions, B4 7SL0121 631 1922 www.wysterialane.co.uk

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Yorks Bakery Café 1-3 Newhall Street, B3 3NH 0121 236 8090 www.yorksbakerycafe.co.uk

Yoshe Nail Bar K20 Edgbaston Street, B5 4BE0121 633 4481

Yum Yum Chicken 21 Martineau Place, B2 4UB 07890 010108

Yumm The Custard Factory, B9 4AA 0121 224 7365 www.yummcafe.co.uk

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