Tag Archives: Yardley Road

Battle against Litter in Acocks Green

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Kit Barlow

All around Acocks Green people are working together to improve the area by cleaning it up. Acocks Green Recreation Ground have a monthly litter pick in the park (first Saturday of the month – 10am), Fox Hollies Park also hold … Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Acocks Green Heritage Trail

Posted on July 21, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Who has noticed our new Heritage Trail, which has been installed recently? The eight information boards placed in strategic positions around Acocks Green inform locals and visitors alike about the history and development of our district. There is also a … Continue reading →

Posted in Acocks Green, Events, local history, News, places on interest, volunteering | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

Road Closures Warning -w/e 13th May

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Kit Barlow

It has come to our attention that there are planned road works happening in the area soon. They are at night, but will cause some disruption to evening travellers and the no.11 bus route. Details below:

Posted in Acocks Green, Events | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

Open Day at the Historic Eastbourne House – this Saturday 4th October

Posted on October 1, 2014 by Kit Barlow

Many local people will be interested in the developments at Eastbourne House, Yardley Road. There was much relief that this beautiful Victorian building with many of its original features intact, has been conserved and it now houses a new music school. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Events, local history, News, places on interest | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

Standing Up to Litter

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Kit Barlow

At the Acocks Green Ward Committee Meeting last week the Environmental Health Officer for our area – Kate Careford suggested a litter pick on the Yardley Road, following the on-going concerns about the untidiness of the area.  It was arranged … Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

A Conservation Area for Acocks Green? ***Last Public Consultation Event – Tues 11th 6pm-8pm***

Posted on February 23, 2014 by Kit Barlow

At the Neighbourhood Forum’s last Public Meeting, we had an interesting presentation by Architect Joe Holyoak about a proposed Conservation Area for Acocks Green. A Conservation Area is an area of architectural interest, the character and appearance of which it … Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Friendly Cafe Re-Opens on Yardley Road

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Kit Barlow

On Wednesdays 9.30am to 12.30pm the cafe at the Baptist Church Hall is open again.  The friendly staff welcome all customers with a smile and a chat and they offer very reasonable prices. Fresh coffee and toast is just 80p!  They also offer soup, cakes and … Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

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 →

Posted in News, places on interest | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Get Digging in Acocks Green

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Kit Barlow

In a recent news item on BBC Midlands it was announced that there are over 1000 free allotments around Birmingham. This was a little misleading because it implied that they were ‘free’ as in there was no cost, however what they … Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Cottesbrooke Walking Group – Wednesdays 9am – Everyone Welcome – Updated February 2026

Posted on December 2, 2012 by Kit Barlow

Every Wednesday at 9am, Cottesbrooke Walking Group meet on Yardley Road (opposite junction of Wynford Road, by no.11 bus stop) for an hour’s stroll through the quieter parts of Acocks Green. The walk is free, the people are friendly and … Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments