United Kingdom
As its name may suggest to those jazz aficionados reading this, the Yardbird is the place to go in Birmingham for the best jazz, blues and soul around. Although the entry prices have a tendency to skyrocket at the weekend, during the week they offer numerous cheap or even free jam sessions and gigs to diverse and friendly crowds looking for a much needed alternative to Broad street.
Make sure you have a full wallet on you though because you can't pay by card.
Paradise Place, Birmingham, B3 3HJ
+44 (0)121 212 2524
nearest station: Birmingham New Street
Google map: bit.ly/c0w0VZ
On Friday 11th June 2010 The Custard Factory in Birmingham will celebrate South Africa 2010. They will be screening both opening matches live. This event will also include homage to the Rainbow Nation and the exceptional talents of DJ’s from South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Australia, England and Jamaica which will provide the soundtrack to this celebration. The event will feature an Authentic South African Braai and full bar and catering. The true way to watch this South African event.
The Custard Factory, Gibb Street, Digbeth, Birmingham.
www.factoryclub.co.uk/
Google map: tinyurl.com/32lb775
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