Birmingham’s Brindleyplace comes alive this spring with a spectacular Cherry Blossom Celebration in the beautiful surrounds of Oozells Square on Sunday 29th March, 12:00–16:00.
This family-friendly event celebrates the beauty of cherry blossoms with activities for all ages, including a National Trust Blossom Trail, blossom windsock making, interactive art at Ikon Gallery and both a Japanese market and Maker’s Market.
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Highlights of the Cherry Blossom Celebrations
National Trust Blossom Trail and Blossom windsock making.
Japanese crafts, ceramics, terrariums, candles, jewellery, and more at the Makers Market in Oozells Square and Japanese Market in X, 10 Brindleyplace.
Interactive art activities at Ikon Gallery.
live music from the Cat Davis Trio.
The market features a vibrant mix of outdoor and indoor stallholders, offering something for every taste. Explore Japanese kimonos, fabrics, and sake at Grumpy Daruma and JapanCrafts, alongside nature-inspired art, ceramics, terrariums, candles, jewellery, and other creations from Birmingham’s best local makers.
Get the full details of the Cherry Blossom Makers Market [here]
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Dining in Brindleyplace
Make a day – or evening – of it and book a table at one of Brindleyplace’s many global cuisine restaurants, including:
LuLu Wild: The Water’s Edge, Brindleyplace – www.luluwild.co.uk
Glamour meets gastronomy at this modern Chinese restaurant and cocktail bar. Spread over two floors, LuLu Wild shifts seamlessly from refined dining room to late-night hotspot. On the menu, you’ll find contemporary takes on Chinese classics—dim sum, crispy aromatic duck, indulgent seafood, and sharing platters that celebrate both tradition and innovation. The cocktails are just as creative, arriving with a touch of theatre for that all-important Instagram moment. Interiors shimmer with neon, artful lighting, and luxe finishes, setting the stage for nights that feel special from start to finish.
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Siamais: 6 Brindleyplace – www.siamais.co.uk
Nestled in Brindleyplace’s Oozells Square, Siamais is a jewel of Thai dining and cocktail craft. The menu blends punchy street food favourites with fragrant curries, stir-fries, and lighter bites, all brought to life with authentic flavour. But it’s the cocktails that steal the show, with favourites such as Lychee Margarita, Biscoff Daiquiri, and Toffee Old Fashioned adding drama to every sip. Inside, twinkling lights and floral walls create an intimate atmosphere, while the square itself offers a relaxed outdoor setting in warmer months. Whether it’s dinner with friends or drinks with a difference, Siamais brings a little Thai sparkle to Birmingham nights.
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Bank Restaurant: 4 Brindleyplace – www.therestaurantbarandgrill.com
A canal-side institution, Bank Restaurant is where modern brasserie dining meets effortless style. Floor-to-ceiling windows and two terraces make this one of the city’s best spots for lunch in the sunshine, cocktails at sunset, or dinner with panache. The menu is European at heart—prime steaks, fresh seafood, tasty pastas, and indulgent puddings—paired with a wine list as polished as the service. The star of the menu is the Treacle Steak Experience, marinated for 24 hours with black garlic and treacle. With its chic décor and unbeatable location, by day it’s a popular choice for client lunches and weekend brunches; by night it transforms into a lively destination for celebrations.
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Piccolino: 9 Brindleyplace – www.piccolinorestaurants.com
For a taste of la dolce vita, head to Piccolino. First opened in 2007 and recently having undergone a £900,000 renovation, this chic Italian restaurant in Oozells Square combines authentic recipes with a modern touch. Here, they serve Napoletana pizzas, handmade pasta, Burrata Speciale, and classic desserts such as Bomboloni, Tiramisu, and Dolci Con Amici mini sharing treats. The atmosphere is both elegant and welcoming, and a striking central bar offers Italian cocktails and an impressive wine selection. There’s also a winter-ready terrace for year-round al fresco dining, making Piccolino a go-to for anyone craving a little Mediterranean magic.
For more dining options, visit [here].
