Category Archives: places on interest

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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The Acocks Green Heritage Trail

Posted on July 21, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Who has noticed our new Heritage Trail, which has been installed recently? The eight information boards placed in strategic positions around Acocks Green inform locals and visitors alike about the history and development of our district. There is also a … Continue reading →

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Harvest Time at the Orchard

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Kit Barlow

If you fancy some free fresh  fruit, then pop along to Mallard Community Orchard this week, there are lots of raspberries and currants ripening and ready to eat. The orchard was developed for local people to enjoy and look after. … Continue reading →

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*** Cancelled due to Unforeseen Circumstances**Swansong Concert at St Mary’s

Posted on July 10, 2016 by Kit Barlow

On Tuesday (12th July) Swansong presents The Burgundy Piano Trio at St Mary’s Church. The trio studied together at Birmingham Conservatoire and will be performing pieces by Schubert amongst other classical pieces. When they played last year in Solihull they were described … Continue reading →

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Canal Adoption Scheme – Sunday 5th June

Posted on May 26, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Our next meeting and tidy up session on the Grand Union is Sunday 5th June at 10am. Last time we met, Canals and Rivers Trust documented the scheme with a film and photos. Here are the photos they took. We … Continue reading →

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Canal Clean Up Session

Posted on April 24, 2016 by Kit Barlow

We were lucky with the weather for our ‘Adopt a Stretch of the Canal’ session this Sunday. Thanks to Ralph from Canals & Rivers Trust, who stepped into replace Steve, our usual Volunteer Supporter after a cycling accident, (get well … Continue reading →

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Village in Bloom Launch Event

Posted on April 7, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Hoping to build on the success of last year’s GOLD award, the Village in Bloom Team will be launching the Acocks Green Village in Bloom Campaign 2016 at the Community Orchard on Saturday 16th April. Come along and support the event and learn … Continue reading →

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Magical Wardrobes in Acocks Green!

Posted on April 4, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Pop along to Acocks Green Library to experience this intriguing free exhibition. From the 2nd to 14th April. Even more reason to visit your local library.

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Tai Chi @ Westley Vale

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Kit Barlow

This ancient martial art has great health benefits and starts as a weekly class starts in April. Come along and find out more.  

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