Sandwell

British

/ ˈsændwɛl /

noun

a unitary authority in central England, in West Midlands. Pop: 285 000 (2003 est). Area: 86 sq km (33 sq miles)

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Reform UK held its conference in Birmingham last year, a sign it was building momentum for the forthcoming elections in the city, as well as in Coventry, Walsall and Sandwell.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

With donation points in West Bromwich and Smethwick, the pet pantry tries to cover the whole of Sandwell.

From BBC • Jan. 3, 2026

For example, most Herefordshire primary schools have defined catchments, but those in Sandwell do not.

From BBC • Jan. 2, 2026

Both of the suspects are from Sandwell, West Midlands Police said.

From BBC • Oct. 17, 2025

Sandwell Park, as most people know, has now been deserted for many years by its titled owner, and Sandwell Park Colliery, Limited, reigns in its stead.

From A Tale of One City: the New Birmingham Papers Reprinted from the "Midland Counties Herald" by Anderton, Thomas

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