Category Archives: Events

Stockfield’s Christmas Cracker – Friday

Posted on December 7, 2016 by Kit Barlow

This Friday, a festive treat for local families..

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Acocks Green Carnival Development

Posted on December 6, 2016 by Kit Barlow

A message from Acocks Green Carnival Committee: – Did you know Acocks Green Carnival is over 40 years old? In the last four decades carnival has seen many changes and developments, but 2017 could see some of its biggest challenges … Continue reading →

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Exclusive Village in Bloom Calendar 2017

Posted on November 29, 2016 by Kit Barlow

For the first time Acocks Green has a calendar of contemporary photographs that highlight attractive views of our village as well as the work of the Village in Bloom volunteers. The full colour wall calendar, with plenty of room to … Continue reading →

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Local Libraries – Your Views Matter

Posted on November 20, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Because of the financial constraints that continue to take their toll on public services, Birmingham City Council, who run our community libraries, are looking how they can save money. Some libraries are under threat of closing/moving or having their hours … Continue reading →

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Join Sunday’s Bulb Planting

Posted on November 14, 2016 by Kit Barlow
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Good Morning’s Work

Posted on November 10, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Thanks to the many people who turned out to work on our stretch of canal on Sunday 6th November. We planted hundreds of bulbs, picked up litter, cut back overhanging branches and generally tidied up. We were also presented with … Continue reading →

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Friends of Acocks Green Recreation Ground

Posted on November 6, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Acocks Green Recreation Ground is the home of Acocks Green Carnival and a valuable green space in our community. Local residents are keen to work together to enhance this attractive park and to encourage other local people to become involved. … Continue reading →

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Canal Tidy and Bulb Planting

Posted on October 24, 2016 by Kit Barlow
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Wild Flowers will Flourish

Posted on October 2, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Locals may have noticed some work going on in Westley Vale Millennium Green in the last week or so. Firstly the Wildlife Trust suggested that the slope in the vale would be perfect for a wildflower meadow. This is part … Continue reading →

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The Green is Gold!

Posted on September 17, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Congratulations to the Village in Bloom team who did it again and were awarded a GOLD by the Royal Horticultural Society. Lots of hard work and support from a network of local businesses and individuals has really brightened up our … Continue reading →

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