Birmingham Irish News

Volunteer and staff team merry Christmas
By Birmingham Irish December 10, 2025
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I would like to offer my sincerest Christmas wishes to Maurice, our management team, staff, volunteers, funders, service users, and members of our wider BIA family.
Christmas greetings 2025
By Birmingham Irish December 9, 2025
As Christmas and the end of 2025 draws closer, we would like to take the opportunity to send out thanks to all our amazing staff and volunteers. Looking forward to seeing you all in 2026.
Two people studying a book
By Birmingham Irish December 8, 2025
At Birmingham Irish, we feel that the beautiful language of Gaelic is an extraordinary gift that should be passed down from generation to generation with immense pride.
Birmingham Irish Association new base and offices in Kings Heath
By Birmingham Irish November 20, 2025
The grand opening of the new BIA offices was a truly unforgettable occasion, and we are delighted to say that it was truly an incredible success from start to finish.
Ravinder and Catherine representing BIA, 2025
By Birmingham Irish November 20, 2025
Last month Catherine and Ravinder attended the Emigration Support Programme event at the Embassy of Ireland in London on behalf of Birmingham Irish Association.
Two people study a book
By Birmingham Irish November 20, 2025
At Birmingham Irish, we feel that the beautiful language of Gaelic is an extraordinary gift that should be passed down from generation to generation with immense pride.
Fitzgerald’s Irish Shop promo
By Birmingham Irish October 21, 2025
A vibrant slice of Ireland is coming to Kings Heath this November with the much-anticipated opening of Fitzgerald’s Irish Shop. Set to open its doors in mid-November 2025.
BIA Annual General Meeting
By Birmingham Irish October 21, 2025
In September 2025, the Birmingham Irish Association proudly held its Annual General Meeting at St Anne’s Hall, welcoming board members, staff, volunteers, and members of the public.
Two people study a book
By Birmingham Irish October 21, 2025
At Birmingham Irish, we feel that the beautiful language of Gaelic is an extraordinary gift that should be passed down from generation to generation with immense pride.
Keely Tattersfield and her daughter Katie
By Birmingham Irish September 23, 2025
On Sunday 7 September our amazing Keely Tattersfield and her daughter Katie crossed the finish line of the Big Half Marathon – and we’re still buzzing with pride!
BIA Irish Village Team
By Birmingham Irish September 23, 2025
The dust has settled… What a weekend! We're proud to announce that Birmingham Irish brought a brand new Irish Village to the incredible Páirc Summer Series, and we’re still buzzing from it!
Two people study a book
By Birmingham Irish September 23, 2025
At Birmingham Irish, we feel that the beautiful language of Gaelic is an extraordinary gift that should be passed down from generation to generation with immense pride.
BIA staff team supporting John
By Birmingham Irish August 15, 2025
John had decided to run the Solihull Half Marathon with the aim of any sponsorship helping towards the cost of the repairs and the ongoing maintenance of the vital BIA bus.
Ravinder Gill
By Birmingham Irish August 15, 2025
Today we are delighted to introduce our newest staff member to you all. Ravinder Gill is the new Activities and & Wellbeing Worker for Birmingham Irish Association.
John Mulry and BIA's Minibus
By Birmingham Irish July 25, 2025
Our minibus driver John Mulry joined the Birmingham Irish Association (BIA) family as an employee in January this year, and is a great asset to the team and especially to the Dementia Centres.