Author Archives: Kit Barlow

** Mass Community Spring Bulb Planting **

Posted on November 11, 2024 by Kit Barlow

This Sunday we invite the local community to come along and help plant tulip bulbs. Bring tools if you have them. There are 2000 bulbs to plant! This Sunday we will plant around Acocks Green Village, and the following Sunday … Continue reading →

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Acocks Green Calendar 2025 – Available NOW

Posted on November 1, 2024 by Kit Barlow

This exclusive calendar, full of scenic views of the Acocks Green area, with photos taken by local people, is now available at Jeffries Hardware. Get your copy soon and help support the community – all funds go back to the … Continue reading →

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Proposal for Curtis Garden Improvements – Share Your Views

Posted on October 7, 2024 by Kit Barlow

Curtis Gardens in Acocks Green is actually situated within the Tyseley & Hay Mills Ward. It is a much loved park with many daily visitors of all ages. The park has stood the test of time and has given many people … Continue reading →

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Get Your Photo in Next Year’s Calendar!

Posted on September 24, 2024 by Kit Barlow

Have you been out and about around the Acocks Greeen area and captured any interesting, quirky or scenic views? Send them in and you might see your photo appearing in the next Acocks Green Calendar 2025. The AG calendar is … Continue reading →

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Neighbourhood Forum Public Meeting -24th September

Posted on September 15, 2024 by Kit Barlow

Make a note in your diary.. everyone welcome! Click on link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84031443311

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Last Chance to Speak Up about our Community Libraries

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Kit Barlow

Residents have until the Thursday 26th September to have their say about the future of our community libraries. There is also a chance to share your views in person. (See below). The council has given feedback from the first phase … Continue reading →

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Statement from Acocks Green Neighbourhood Forum

Posted on August 9, 2024 by Kit Barlow

In response to the riots happening in a number of cities across UK, and the incidents inYardley, the Executive Committee of Acocks Green Neighbourhood Forum wants to make its position clear:

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Acocks Green Rocks!

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Kit Barlow

Do you play a rock band instrument or sing? Would you like the opportunity for a free workshop where you can learn tunes and make music together? If so, come to the Brum Rocks workshops at Fox Hollies Forum, Acocks … Continue reading →

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Be Part of Greening the Green

Posted on May 20, 2024 by Kit Barlow

For the last 8 years Acocks Green have have received a Gold from the RHS Village in Bloom Awards. Can you help the village achieve a Gold again?! You can help make a difference locally, even if it is just … Continue reading →

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Public Meeting – Tuesday 14th May

Posted on May 4, 2024 by Kit Barlow

Everyone Welcome, come down and connect with your community.

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