Tag Archives: exercise

Friends of the AG Parks

Posted on February 1, 2017 by gedhughes

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

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Join Sunday’s Bulb Planting

Posted on November 14, 2016 by gedhughes
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Family Activities at Fox Hollies Park

Posted on May 18, 2016 by gedhughes

Here’s an opportunity to get out in the fresh air and get fitter in Acocks Green. The park is also having a litter pick this Saturday, meet at the Pavilion (Gospel Lane) at 11am – all equipment provided, come and … Continue reading →

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Canal Clean Up Session

Posted on April 24, 2016 by gedhughes

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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Westley Vale Tai Chi

Posted on April 19, 2016 by gedhughes

The first Tai Chi session was a great success on 14th April. 18 people took part in this rewarding exercise based on ancient Chinese martial arts. Women and men of all ages and levels of fitness reported that the event … Continue reading →

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Tai Chi @ Westley Vale

Posted on March 24, 2016 by gedhughes

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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A New Community Orchard in Acocks Green

Posted on January 24, 2016 by gedhughes

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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Big Bike Giveaway

Posted on January 13, 2016 by gedhughes

With the new canal towpath in Acocks Green, this is a great time to start making the most of them by getting on a bike and enjoying a cycle along a traffic-free route into Digbeth and onward to the City … Continue reading →

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Starting in January

Posted on December 26, 2015 by gedhughes

Is your New Year’s Resolution to do more exercise and meet new people in 2016? If you are free on Wednesday mornings then here is an opportunity to take advantage of in Acocks Green at Fox Hollies Park.  

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Westley Vale Warm Up

Posted on November 13, 2015 by gedhughes

We are lucky to have the 5.5 acre Westley Vale Millennium Green in our area, offering a chance to get close to the natural world and a relaxing place to enjoy a walk or jog.  This time of year you can spot … Continue reading →

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