Category Archives: Events

Historic Bridge Officially Named

Posted on February 16, 2010 by Kit Barlow

Check out the new sign that British Waterways have recently added to our Grade II listed bridge.  Although it has locally been known as Vineries Bridge for at least 100 years,  it now has an official name plate and date.  BW … Continue reading →

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What is Acocks Green Village Partnership?

Posted on February 12, 2010 by Kit Barlow

Pictured is the recent meeting of the local village partnership, established in June 2008 following the appointment of the Town Centre Manager.  It comprises of key stakeholders who have an interest in the improvement and future of Acocks Green Village.  … Continue reading →

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Cottesbrooke Walkers

Posted on February 5, 2010 by davidtreadwell

An  invite to all intrepid adventurers to join a local group of walkers, open to all to meet at 0900hrs at Cottesbrooke Junior School. Meet at the main school gate, in Cedars Avenue every Wednesday mornings during school term times. Routes vary around … Continue reading →

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Bus Changes in Acocks Green

Posted on January 22, 2010 by Kit Barlow

 ******UPDATE**********January 2012 ************* Day Return on 37 is still available but costs £2.70.  The Forum isn’t sure whether the weekly ticket is available, let us know if you know. To promote the 37 bus service, which runs from Solihull to … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Evening – Saturday 13th February

Posted on January 6, 2010 by Kit Barlow

Our fellow community group and friends from Hazelwood Road have organised what promises to be a friendly and fun night to celebrate St Valentines Day.  See below for all the details. 

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Happy New Year Acocks Green

Posted on December 30, 2009 by Kit Barlow

Acocks Green Neighbourhood Forum wishes everyone in the area a Happy New Year and here’s hoping 2010 is a good year for our community.  If you would like to share your views or thoughts on what makes Acocks Green a … Continue reading →

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Reducing Speed Limits in Residential Areas

Posted on December 16, 2009 by Kit Barlow

Following the talk at our recent Public Meeting from Friends Of the Earth regarding their campaign to reduce speed limits to 20 mph on Birmingham’s residential roads,  you may have seen the subject in the news in recent days.  Britain has some of … Continue reading →

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Our Beautiful Laundrette

Posted on December 9, 2009 by Kit Barlow

The festive season is upon us and it’s hard not to notice the very impressive christmas trees put up by Washland Launderette.  The owners of the laundrette have been erecting a tree from their premises for over 30 years, according to a … Continue reading →

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Bonjour Acocks Green!

Posted on December 8, 2009 by Kit Barlow

Stone Hall Adult Education Centre have contacted the forum to inform us of a new 10 week beginners French course which starts in January.  Details as follows: course start date:  Friday 8th January 2010 at 11.30 – 1.00. The cost … Continue reading →

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Public Meeting – 3rd December 09

Posted on December 5, 2009 by Kit Barlow

Thanks to all those members of the public who came along to the Public Meeting last Thursday.  Thanks also go to Joe Peacock, a keen cyclist from Friends of the Earth, who addressed the group about their campaign to reduce … Continue reading →

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