Category Archives: Events

Acocks Green Farmers Market – Saturday 21st July

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Kit Barlow

The second Acocks Green Farmers Market is tomorrow (Saturday), 9am til 3pm on the service road on Warwick Rd, opposite Holy Souls Church. Lots of delicious local produce and goods available. Support our village and spend your money at the … Continue reading →

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Notes from our last Public Meeting – 19th June

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Kit Barlow

Although it was the night of an England match of Euro 2012 there was a great turn out from the public. Here are key notes from the meeting: Jonathan Jardine, Policy Manager, WM Police Authority, spoke about the proposed arrangements … Continue reading →

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Farmers Market and Funday – Were You There?

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Kit Barlow

Despite the dreary weather the first ever Farmer’s Market in Acocks Green went well. There was a buzz around the village with many shoppers enjoying the lovely local produce and other stalls. Locals came and spoke to those of us on the community stall. … Continue reading →

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Top Brass at St Mary’s Church

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Kit Barlow

David Treadwell-  chair of the Neighbourhood Forum, describes the wonderful concert that took place at St Mary’s church as it opened its doors and arms to the whole village and beyond last weekend.  “It gave us all another opportunity to celebrate … Continue reading →

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Farmers Market and Fun Day – Saturday 16th June

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Kit Barlow

Acocks Green village will be the place to be on Saturday 16th June when the Farmer’s Market comes to town. As well as activities for kids and stalls loaded with tempting fresh products,we are honoured to have King Pleasure and … Continue reading →

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Stone Hall’s Spring Course Programme

Posted on April 29, 2012 by Kit Barlow

There are a wide selection of varied new courses starting at our local Adult Education Centre in Acocks Green this Springtime.  From introduction of Floristry, Ceramic Jewellery Making, Spanish Conservation and taster sessions in Caligraphy, Growing Vegetables and Hat Making, … Continue reading →

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Public Meeting 24th April – Report

Posted on April 21, 2012 by Kit Barlow

Thanks to all those who attended the Public Meeting on Tuesday.  We had a great turnout and the local councillors and Police Sergeant Fellows were on hand to answer questions and update residents.  The guest speaker – Hannah Worth, from The Chamberlain … Continue reading →

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Princes Trust in Acocks Green

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Kit Barlow

The Police were recently joined by Birmingham City footballers Curtis Davies and David Murphy and the Princes Trust to celebrate the achievements of local young people. The players attended an awards event at Acocks Green Baptist Church at the end … Continue reading →

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Westley Vale Action Day – 31st March 2012

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Kit Barlow

Join the trustees of Acocks Green’s Westley Vale Millennium Green on Saturday 31st March.  There will be tree-planting, tidying and litter-picking. All help is much appreciated.  Meet at the main gates at 10am on The Avenue and see how you … Continue reading →

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Come along to the Police Station this Saturday -17th March 2012

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Kit Barlow

Acocks Green Police are opening their doors this Saturday, 17th March, to give local people an opportunity to learn more about their local force.  See details below for a rare chance to see behind the scene in this listed landmark … Continue reading →

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