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Acocks Green Calendar 2022

Posted on November 30, 2021 by gedhughes

Thanks to everyone who contributed photos to next year’s exclusive calendar. There were so many nice shots to choose from. Acocks Green Village Partnership are pleased to say that the exclusive calendar is now available in the shops – Jeffries … Continue reading →

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Spring Bulb Planting – Sunday 21st November

Posted on November 14, 2021 by gedhughes

Even if you’ve never done any gardening before, you can still come and help plant bulbs. Its straightforward work but there’s over 1000 bulbs to plant to brighten up the village in the springtime. So come and lend a hand … Continue reading →

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Be in the Heart of It!

Posted on November 10, 2021 by gedhughes

The British Heart Foundation Shop in Acocks Green is on the lookout for some new volunteers to join their team. Would you like to gain new skills? Would you like to make new friends? Are you looking to gain more … Continue reading →

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Essential Tree Maintenance at Westley Vale

Posted on October 30, 2021 by gedhughes

The Trustees of Westley Vale Millennium Green have been advised that five of the large Crack Willow trees along the Westley Brook need to be cut down to the ground for safety reasons. There has already been several large branches … Continue reading →

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Photographs for Calendar

Posted on October 11, 2021 by gedhughes

Due to the lockdowns of recent times, many of us have been getting to know our local area a little better. Have you got some good photos of Acocks Green area through the seasons? Check your phones and submit any … Continue reading →

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Public Meeting – Tuesday 28th Sept

Posted on September 27, 2021 by gedhughes
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Village in Bloom Awarded Gold Again!

Posted on September 19, 2021 by gedhughes

Each year the gardening volunteers in the village work hard to make Acocks Green look its best. They want the local community centre to look good for everyone who lives and works here. Each year Acocks Green Village is also … Continue reading →

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Improvements to Westley Brook down at the Vale

Posted on August 20, 2021 by gedhughes

Locals may have noticed some pretty major work going on down at our Westley Vale Millennium Green. The Trustees of Westley Vale have been in touch to explain: After fourteen months from our first application, we were fortunate to secure … Continue reading →

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School’s Out

Posted on July 21, 2021 by gedhughes

Summer Holidays and some great kids activities at Fox Hollies Forum. And don’t forget the Summer Reading Challenge at our local Libraries. Keep the kids active and keep them reading!

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Free Tai Chi at Westley Vale – Twice a Week

Posted on June 12, 2021 by gedhughes

Come along for free gentle out door exercise. One hour session. New to Tai Chi? This is perfect for beginners too.

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