Tag Archives: Acocks Green

Mystery View – Number 2

Posted on August 20, 2010 by Kit Barlow

Any guesses as to the wherabouts of this striking avenue of poplars in our Neighbourhood Forum patch? The first person to contact us with the right answer gets a mystery prize.

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Green Spaces Galore

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Kit Barlow

This time of year is great to get out and enjoy the great outdoors.  Surprisingly Birmingham offers huge swathes of open space for us to enjoy – our area is no exception.  As well as the canal and the delightful … Continue reading →

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Music to Our Ears – Swansong at the Library

Posted on August 8, 2010 by Kit Barlow

This is a review of a recent musical event that took place at Acocks Green Library on 21st July – Swansong.  Thanks to David Treadwell for his review.  If you would like to attend the next musical evening (22nd September) contact … Continue reading →

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Unemployed in Acocks Green?

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Kit Barlow

Did you know there is a local Job Club for people who are unemployed and looking for work in our area?  Click on the link below for more information http://bestforyardley.org.uk/

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Lots Happening at Acocks Green Library

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Kit Barlow

Every Wednesday during the school holidays there are activities for children from 6 to 11 yrs at Acocks Green Library. Each sessions lasts from 10 to 11.30am, (apart from Wed 28th July which has a 12 – 1). The sessions … Continue reading →

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South Yardley Childrens Centre – Activities on Yardley Rd.

Posted on June 15, 2010 by Kit Barlow

In March South Yardley Children’s Centre held a Funday at the Church Hall on Yardley Road to launch new support services in our area.  The centre is making use of the hall on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.  On Tuesday there … Continue reading →

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Public Meeting Thursday 10th June – 7.30pm

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Kit Barlow

Everyone in the area is welcome to come along to our next Public Meeting and AGM.  It takes place at the Church Hall on Yardley Road, close to the Police Station.   The meeting starts at 7.30pm and usually finishes around … Continue reading →

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Westley Vale Improvements

Posted on May 31, 2010 by Kit Barlow

The Westley Vale Millennium Green has recently undergone some improvement work financed by Section 106 funding resulting from the nearby residential development. The majority of the funding has been spent on new sturdy fencing which improves safety and reinforces the footpath. … Continue reading →

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New Welcome Signs

Posted on May 2, 2010 by Kit Barlow

Have you noticed the new signs that have sprung up in the last couple of weeks?  On the main roads into the village new signage welcomes visitors to Acocks Green, helping to give our village more of a sense of … Continue reading →

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Family Fun In Acocks Green Village This Easter

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Kit Barlow

Acocks Green Village traders have teamed up with the Village Partnership this Easter to offer families an Easter Bunny Trail. Ten giant bunnies have taken up residence around the Village and all children have to do is follow clues to … Continue reading →

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