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Your big November guide to what’s on in the West Midlands

From classic cars and miniature railways to ballet, festive food, Peaky Blinders after dark and Mariah Carey live, there’s plenty to choose from this November. Watch our guide to six events happening across the region and find something for your next day or night out.

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00:00So let's start your November what's on at the NEC where the Classic Motor Show brings together thousands of classic
00:08cars.
00:09Beautifully restored vehicles, rare models and names from motoring history are all on display.
00:17Meet the owners and restorers behind them. Browse exhibitors and get close to cars people will remember from the road.
00:24And we stay at the National Exhibition Centre for our next event. The National Festival of Railway Modelling builds a
00:33miniature world with more than 65 layouts.
00:37See detailed stations, landscapes and working trains with scenes inspired by places from across Britain.
00:45Model makers and specialist traders will be there too, so you can pick up ideas, ask questions and spot details
00:52you might otherwise miss.
00:55Next to the Black Country Living Museum who are taking visitors back to the world of the Peaky Blinders after
01:03dark.
01:04Charlie's Yard used in the series sets the scene for live music and performances.
01:09The museum's historic streets add to the atmosphere, making this a chance to explore the setting as well as enjoy
01:18an evening inspired by the TV show.
01:22The Birmingham Royal Ballet bring the Nutcracker to Birmingham Hippodrome with the Royal Ballet Sinfonia performing Tchaikovsky's School.
01:33Clara's Christmas Eve begins with a family party, then leads into a world of toy soldiers, dancing snowflakes and this
01:41sugar plum fairy.
01:42It's a festive favourite with costumes, full orchestra and magic for the whole family.
01:50We're back to the NEC now for the festive Good Food Show.
01:56More than 350 independent food and drink producers sample regional specialities, discover gifts and ingredients and get ideas for the
02:07Christmas table.
02:08Expert demonstrations give you chances to try something new, whether you're planning a big celebration or looking for a treat
02:16just to take home.
02:17Now to the Utilita Arena Birmingham, where Maria Carey brings her Christmas show with festive favourites and the hits her
02:27fans know by heart.
02:28Expect big vocals, an arena-sized production and seasonal sparkle.
02:33If you're ready to start the Christmas countdown early, this is a chance to hear the songs that have become
02:40part of the holiday season.
02:42There's plenty more Watson ideas at our website, UKlocal.tv.
02:49But that's you updated with your Watson for here in the West Midlands and whatever you get up to, we
02:55hope you do have a fabulous time.

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