Public Meeting and AGM – Tuesday 15th February

Posted on February 9, 2022 by Kit Barlow

Everyone in the area is invited to this meeting which will be held on zoom.

Click the link at the bottom to join.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81729677868

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Local History Talk – Tuesday 8th February

Posted on February 2, 2022 by Kit Barlow

This month’s talk, held again at St Mary’s Church, is about the fascinating life of Birmingham’s car pioneer – engineer and founder of the Austin Motor Company.

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Explore the Past – Monthly Local History Talks

Posted on January 6, 2022 by Kit Barlow

Acocks Green Local History Society is back in operation, at the present time it is being held in the beautiful surroundings of St Mary’s Church.

The next talk is on Tuesday 11th January. Why not come along and find out more about the local area? Everyone is welcome.

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Festive Lights Brighten the Village

Posted on December 22, 2021 by Kit Barlow

We hope that people have noticed the colourful lights brightening up the village, which were a positive way to end a difficult year for local individuals and businesses. The Neighbourhood Forum were disheartened to hear that, in October, the Acocks Green Business Improvement District (BID) were not successful in securing a third term in the village after 10 years service. We thank the BID team for their hard work and efforts over the years.

Local businesses and residents working with the council must now fill the gap left by the BID. We are fortunate to have many active local organisations that contribute to community life and hope that, with the many volunteers, we can keep positive for the future of the village.

The success in raising funds for our village Festive Lights this year shows what can be achieved. When it was clear that the BID would be winding up and not able to fund the lights as usual, the community stepped in. Mick, on behalf of Acocks Green Village Partnership, set up a GoFundMe page asking people to donate what they could to make the lights possible. Thanks to the generosity of many individuals and organisations the lights were switched on at the beginning of the month and have added a much needed festive brightness at this darkest time of the year!

Thank you everyone who contributed – you know who you are – your kind-heartedness has made a real difference.

(We know there are lots of good photographers out there, and if any of you can capture the festive lights well, do send us your photos to AGNForum@hotmail.co.uk for us to use on this site!)

The Neighbourhood Forum wishes you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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Acocks Green Calendar 2022

Posted on November 30, 2021 by Kit Barlow

Thanks to everyone who contributed photos to next year’s exclusive calendar. There were so many nice shots to choose from.

Acocks Green Village Partnership are pleased to say that the exclusive calendar is now available in the shops – Jeffries Hardware, S & H Jewellers and Beads and Bobbins. They cost £6.50 and all profits go back to Acocks Green Village. Get them while you can!

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Spring Bulb Planting – Sunday 21st November

Posted on November 14, 2021 by Kit Barlow

Even if you’ve never done any gardening before, you can still come and help plant bulbs. Its straightforward work but there’s over 1000 bulbs to plant to brighten up the village in the springtime. So come and lend a hand – many hands make light work!

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Be in the Heart of It!

Posted on November 10, 2021 by Kit Barlow

The British Heart Foundation Shop in Acocks Green is on the lookout for some new volunteers to join their team.

  • Would you like to gain new skills?
  • Would you like to make new friends?
  • Are you looking to gain more experience in retail?
Join The Team in Acocks Green

Look no further then volunteering for the British heart foundation furniture store in Acocks Green.We are looking for warehouse, shop floor and admin volunteers! If you are interested then please pop into store and speak to us or call on 0121 222 1360

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Essential Tree Maintenance at Westley Vale

Posted on October 30, 2021 by Kit Barlow

The Trustees of Westley Vale Millennium Green have been advised that five of the large Crack Willow trees along the Westley Brook need to be cut down to the ground for safety reasons. There has already been several large branches come down, as by their nature, the trees crack. This could obviously be dangerous for passing walkers or those enjoying the free Tai Chi class.

Crack Willow to be cut down

The tree surgeons will be coming to the Millennium Green on Wednesday 3rd November, so there will be some restrictions as to where you can walk whilst the work is going on.

The trees will shoot again from the trunks, but Westley Vale will look quite different to those walking though the site at the end of the week.

Don’t forget there is free one hour Tai Chi classes to enjoy Mondays (3.15pm) and Thursdays (10am). Just turn up. Beginners are always welcome.

Free Tai Chi twice a week at Westley Vale
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Photographs for Calendar

Posted on October 11, 2021 by Kit Barlow

Due to the lockdowns of recent times, many of us have been getting to know our local area a little better. Have you got some good photos of Acocks Green area through the seasons? Check your phones and submit any you think would be good for possible inclusion. All details below..

Also one of the areas regularly enjoyed by locals is the Westley Vale Millennium Green – the trustees are organising a tidy up at the end of the month and anyone interested is invited to come along and help!

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Public Meeting – Tuesday 28th Sept

Posted on September 27, 2021 by Kit Barlow
Click on link to join meeting : https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82049171764

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