Author Archives: Kit Barlow

Happy Twenty First to Acocks Green Neighbourhood Forum

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Kit Barlow

A Twenty First Celebration – A message from the Chair 1994 to 2015  Congratulations on reaching this  milestone May I also offer a very special thanks to all the executive members and officers, who over these years, have voluntarily given their time … Continue reading →

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Panto Season is Just Round the Corner….

Posted on October 11, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Fancy something interesting to do on the cold winter evenings?

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Clean Up and Tidy Morning on the Grand Union Canal – This Sunday

Posted on October 8, 2015 by Kit Barlow

We are lucky here in Acocks Green to have a stretch of the Grand Union Canal enhancing our local environment. The canal adds to the local heritage and offers humans and wildlife an oasis of calm. With the added greenery of Westley Vale Millennium … Continue reading →

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New Community Choir in Acocks Green

Posted on October 2, 2015 by Kit Barlow

This looks like a pleasant distraction from the longer nights, cold weather and Sunday evening blues!  Everyone knows that singing lifts your spirits. All the information below, £2.50 per session or termly rate. I love to hear a choir. I love the … Continue reading →

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Heritage Week come to Acocks Green

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Kit Barlow

On Wednesday, as part of National Heritage Week, Acocks Green was graced by a visit from the Ikon Gallery Canal Boat and activities for local people to enjoy on Westley Vale Millennium Green. There were guided walks around Westley Vale, blackberry-picking, clay … Continue reading →

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********Acocks Gold********

Posted on September 12, 2015 by Kit Barlow

What fantastic news for Acocks Green! Thanks to all those who have played a part in helping achieve this award. Here is what Fran the co-coordinator had to say: Did I hear right?  I went up on stage to receive … Continue reading →

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Allotments Get a New Environmentally-Friendly Loo

Posted on September 10, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Thanks to a grant form the Big Lottery Fund, Wharfland Allotments in Acocks Green have installed the first toilet on the site in it’s 110 year existence. The odourless eco-friendly toilet uses no water or electricity,  is solar powered and … Continue reading →

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Stone Hall Enrolment Week – Mon 7th to Sat 12th September 2015

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Its that time of year again to think about taking advantage of the Adult Education opportunities available in our area. English, Maths and beginner Computer courses are free and depending on your personal circumstances other courses may be free too. Here is … Continue reading →

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Greening of the Green – The Smart Route – Trees and Planters

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Here’s the news that many people have been waiting for.  Our Village in Bloom team has been advised of the details of the trees and shrubs which are going to planted on the ‘Smart Route.’ 17 trees will be planted directly in the ground. Due … Continue reading →

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Village in Bloom Presents Best Shop Front Award

Posted on August 25, 2015 by Kit Barlow

This year, as part of the Acocks Green Village in Bloom project, a Best Shop Front Award has been launched. The AG Village in Boom team recently presented the first award to The Swan Trio for their contribution. Fran Lee, … Continue reading →

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