Category Archives: Acocks Green

Public Meeting – Tuesday 25th April

Posted on April 17, 2023 by Kit Barlow

Link below to watch online – but make it to the venue if you can! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81103481605

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Introducing Debbie White – Neighbourhood Action Coordinator

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Kit Barlow

Newly-appointed Debbie White came along to our recent Neighbourhood Forum Public Meeting and introduced herself. She is keen to work to improve our area and is available for appointments at Acocks Green Library on most Tuesdays. We look forward to … Continue reading →

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Public Meeting & AGM – Tues 24th January

Posted on January 16, 2023 by Kit Barlow

All local residents are invited to come along and find out more about what is going happening locally. *** The meeting takes place at the Glynn Edwards Hall (Baptist Church Hall), corner of Alexander Rd – Yardley Road, B27 6HG … Continue reading →

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Acocks Green Calendar 2023 – Local Views taken by Local People

Posted on November 16, 2022 by Kit Barlow

The fund-raising calendar for 2023 is now available at S & H Jewellers and Jeffries Hardware . Lots of people sent in photos they had taken – a big thanks to everyone who contributed. It was a difficult choose just … Continue reading →

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***** Westley Hotel – Planning Update****

Posted on October 13, 2022 by Kit Barlow

Following lots of objections and concerns about the proposed changes to the Westley Hotel the first publicised planning application has been amended by the applicant in an attempt to explain and address the planned changes. A Statement from the owners … Continue reading →

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Festive Lights for Acocks Green?

Posted on October 3, 2022 by Kit Barlow

If we would like to see festive lights brightening up the darkest time of the year, Acocks Green Partnership is asking for donations from individuals and businesses to bring them to our village this winter. Previously funding has come from … Continue reading →

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Planning Applications – Westley Hotel

Posted on September 28, 2022 by Kit Barlow

Most readers of our website will have spent many a time at the Westley Hotel over the years. It has been a landmark in our area for as long as we can remember. Family gatherings, nights out, social events.. Charity … Continue reading →

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Public Meeting – Tuesday 20th September

Posted on September 15, 2022 by Kit Barlow
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Spring Blossom in Acocks Green

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Kit Barlow

Are you a tree-lover who would like to receive a free blossom tree courtesy of National Trust, for your local community space, front garden or school around Acocks Green? Those of you who visited the city centre in recent months … Continue reading →

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New Trees need Water!

Posted on July 13, 2022 by Kit Barlow

If you are lucky enough to have a young tree in your neighbourhood then in this extreme weather they need some help. Look out for the pipe at the base of the tree that takes water down to the roots. … Continue reading →

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