Tag Archives: Community

Friends of the AG Parks

Posted on February 1, 2017 by Kit Barlow

Come along and join the Friends of Fox Hollies Park and get a fix of community spirit. Continue reading →

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Acocks Green Carnival Development

Posted on December 6, 2016 by Kit Barlow

A message from Acocks Green Carnival Committee: – Did you know Acocks Green Carnival is over 40 years old? In the last four decades carnival has seen many changes and developments, but 2017 could see some of its biggest challenges … Continue reading →

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A New Community Orchard in Acocks Green

Posted on January 24, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Thanks to the Urban Orchard Project, Acocks Green is the lucky recipient of the planting of a new orchard which will benefit local people for years to come with fresh and healthy fruit. This is another enhancement to the wonderful … Continue reading →

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Allotments Get a New Environmentally-Friendly Loo

Posted on September 10, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Thanks to a grant form the Big Lottery Fund, Wharfland Allotments in Acocks Green have installed the first toilet on the site in it’s 110 year existence. The odourless eco-friendly toilet uses no water or electricity,  is solar powered and … Continue reading →

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Stone Hall Enrolment Week – Mon 7th to Sat 12th September 2015

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Its that time of year again to think about taking advantage of the Adult Education opportunities available in our area. English, Maths and beginner Computer courses are free and depending on your personal circumstances other courses may be free too. Here is … Continue reading →

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Fresh Food, Fresh Air and Exercise

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Acocks Green has allotments available for this year, and this is a great time to get stuck in and start growing your own fruit and vegetables. Some of the benefits to having your own allotment: Healthy Eating There are a … Continue reading →

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Farmers Market and Autumn Funday this Saturday – 15th September

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Kit Barlow

This Saturday Acocks Green welcomes the third Farmers Market in Acocks Green. There will be some of our favourite stalls as well as an Autumn Funday, dancing and music. The Farmers Market takes place on the third Saturday of every … Continue reading →

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Acocks Green – Village in Bloom – Update – Digging For Victory

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Kit Barlow

*******UPDATE**********The Village in Bloom judges are in Acocks Green this Thursday 26th July. The tireless, enthusiastic and green-fingered Fran Lee and other volunteers have been working hard to make Acocks Green look more colourful and tidy. Look out for them in their High Viz jackets … Continue reading →

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Get on Board the Carnival Campaign

Posted on September 4, 2010 by Kit Barlow

Acocks Green Carnival has a long and successful history in our area and is one of the few community organised events that can boast a street procession.  The organising committee plan the details of the day well in advance and … Continue reading →

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