Tag Archives: exercise

Big Bike Giveaway

Posted on January 13, 2016 by Kit Barlow

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 Kit Barlow

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 Kit Barlow

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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Friends of Fox Hollies Park – Easter Litter Pick this Saturday

Posted on March 26, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Our near neighbours – Friends of Fox Hollies Park are organising this great event this Saturday, see below. Fresh air, exercise and doing something really worthwhile for the community. Its a lovely green space – here is a little history: … 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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This Sunday, 6th April, at Westley Vale Millennium Green

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Kit Barlow

Come down and enjoy some springtime weather, fresh air and exercise and join other volunteers to tidy up our lovely Millennium Green from 10am to 1pm. Meet at The Avenue gates. Tools are provided. Bring gardening gloves, energy and enthusiasm! Refreshments … Continue reading →

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Join the Allotment Movement

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Kit Barlow

There is nothing more rewarding than eating fresh home grown food and there is an opportunity in Acocks Green to do just that. There are vacant plots available at the local allotments. Sizes and costs vary and they are half … Continue reading →

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The Prince’s Trust – Getting Started with Martial Arts in Acocks Green

Posted on September 28, 2013 by Kit Barlow

Are you a young person aged16-25? Are you currently unemployed? Would you like to gain some new skills? Would you like to try something new involving Martial Arts? Yes?? Then Get Started with The Prince’s Trust on our motivating and … Continue reading →

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New Free Activities for Young People from Sport4Life

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Kit Barlow

Starting 16th September in Stockfield area – free activities, all the info is here, why not just turn up to find out more, give them a ring or email. Click on table to enlarge:

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New Summer Walk – Mondays

Posted on August 13, 2013 by Kit Barlow
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