Author Archives: Kit Barlow

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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Springtime Festival – Support Acocks Green Village in Bloom

Posted on April 22, 2024 by Kit Barlow

On Saturday 4th May we have a celebration of Springtime in the village, (and hopefully good spring weather!) Acocks Green Village in Bloom are hosting an event to raise funds and celebrate their successes (8 consecutive Gold Awards). There will … Continue reading →

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West Midlands Mayoral Elections 2024

Posted on April 4, 2024 by Kit Barlow

On the 2nd May citizens of the West Midlands are invited to the polling stations to vote for the next Mayor of West Midlands. Hopefully you will have received your polling cards by now. Andy Street has been the West … Continue reading →

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Seed Swapping and Sowing this Sunday

Posted on March 22, 2024 by Kit Barlow

Spring has sprung and it’s a time to think of gardening! Come along and meet some of the Village in Bloom Team, sow seeds, swap seeds (if you have spare) and get some tips on how to grow your own … Continue reading →

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Support Acocks Green Library’s Read In – Saturday 23rd March

Posted on March 18, 2024 by Kit Barlow

We have all heard about the financial crisis that Birmingham City Council is facing. Local libraries are under threat of closure. Libraries play a key part in our community, offering a safe space for people to read, meet and take … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Acocks Green Village in Bloom

Posted on February 8, 2024 by Kit Barlow

Everyone is invited to a celebration of the continued success of Acocks Green Village in Bloom. Following the popularity of last year’s Bloomin’ Good Night at Holy Souls Social Club, the event is being organised for another social fundraising evening … Continue reading →

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Public Meeting & AGM

Posted on January 21, 2024 by Kit Barlow

A chance to find out goings on, have a cuppa and chat to locals. There will also be cake! The body of the meeting will be on zoom, but the social chatting afterwards will not be broadcast, so if you can, … Continue reading →

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