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Crafty Wednesdays: Summer Holidays

Join us in the Barn for Crafty Wednesdays at Blakesley Hall! A fun craft activity suitable for all children.Booking Information£3.50 per child. Booking advised as our craft activities are popular with families.Spaces are limited, pre-booking is essential. Your ticket includes the craft activity and access to the gardens. Admission to the Hall is not included in this ticket. Tickets are non-refundable.

Wed 22 Jul11:00Sarehole Mill(3.5mi)

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Knit and natter

Knit and Natter on Wednesdays at 10.30am

Wed 22 Jul11:30The Shed(0.6mi)

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Teddy Bear Zip Wire

Join in the fun at Blakesley Hall! Have your teddy bear zip wire from the top of Blakesley Hall down to the gardens.Get a certificate to mark their achievement, follow our garden trail and meet the teddy bear nurse.Why not make a day of it and bring a picnic too? We have plenty of indoor and outdoor furniture for enjoying picnics.The event is from 11.30am-3.30pm. Ticket holders can arrive at anytime within that time period. All children taking part in the event need to have a ticket. Accompanying adults do not require a ticket.The Hall will be open from 11.00am-4.00pm and usual admission charges apply.Birmingham Museums Trust is a registered charity and money raised through events help us care for beautiful buildings like Blakesley Hall.

Wed 22 Jul11:30Sarehole Mill(3.5mi)

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Table Talk

Found this on St Germain's Church's radar. Table Talk — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Wed 22 Jul12:00St Germain's Church(3.6mi)

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Wed 22 Jul12:00Fellows & Sons(4.3mi)

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Dinosaur Junk Modelling with Tat Vision

This May Half-term and Summer holidays, join Birmingham artist Tat Vision at Thinktank Science Museum for a dinosaur-themed junk modelling workshop.Using recycled materials, design and build your very own dinosaur sculpture - from towering T. rexes to spiky stegosaurs. Let your imagination run wild as you transform everyday materials into prehistoric creations.Drop in activity 11am - 3pm in our Find Your Future Gallery on Level 2.Included in Thinktank admission price - book your tickets below.

Wed 22 Jul12:00Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum(4.4mi)

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Dino Dig

Step into the Science Garden and travel back millions of years at our exciting Dino Dig experience!Become a fossil hunter as you create your very own dinosaur fossil rubbings. Using dinosaur footprints and fossils, you’ll discover how scientists interpret the clues left behind by dinosaurs long ago.Get hands-on with our fossil handling collection and have a go at digging for fossils in our sand pit.Messy. Creative. Educational.Roars of fun for the whole family.Perfect for curious kids and grown-ups alike — come and dig into the past with us!Event InformationTwo drop-in sessions at 11am-12pm and 2pm-3pm.Activity runs Monday to Friday and select weekend days during the Summer holidays (Mon 20st July to Fri 28th Aug).Location: Thinktank Science Garden (subject to weather).Included in the admission price.

Wed 22 Jul12:00Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum(4.4mi)

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The Star of Bethlehem Guided View | Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Join us for a chance to view one of Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery's most beloved Pre-Raphaelite paintings.A member of our Visitor Experience Team will

Wed 22 Jul12:30Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery(3.9mi)

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Hidden Spaces Roof and Basement Tours | Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

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Around Adult: £15Child: £7.50Concession: £12Members: £5

Hidden Spaces Roof and Basement Tours | Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Step beyond the gallery walls and into the hidden heart of Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. Our 'Hidden Spaces Tours' offer a rare opportunity to explo

Wed 22 Jul12:30Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery(3.9mi)

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Marvellous Makers | Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

Each Sunday step into a buzzing creative space with different activities every week. These sessions are perfect for curious minds who want to try something

Wed 22 Jul12:30Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery(3.9mi)

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Workshops & Classes

Fabulous Fossils Workshop

Led by our friendly Learning team, in this workshop you'll find out how fossils are formed, and get the chance to make a fizzy exploding dinosaur fossil of your own to take home! Event Information:This is a ticketed event.Workshops run on Wednesdays and Thursdays during the Summer holidays at 1pm and 2:45pm.Workshops will be held in The Studio, Level 2.Workshops run for 35 minutesPre-booking is strongly advised: tickets are available online as an add-on activity when you purchase your admission tickets.

Wed 22 Jul13:00Sarehole Mill(3.5mi)

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Led Ride – Ley Hill Park

Join us for a fun and relaxed group ride, exploring local cycle routes through parks & greenways. Wednesday 22nd July Time: 1pm – 2.30pm Location: LEY HILL PARK – Meeting at Holloway.. The post Led Ride – Ley Hill Park – 22nd JULY 2026 appeared first on ecobirmingham.

Wed 22 Jul14:00Ecobirmingham(1.5mi)

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Zumba Gold

Low impact dance fitness class with a wide range of music styles. All ages and fitness levels catered for. Chairs are available for members with mobility issues. Register by clicking the link below.

Wed 22 Jul14:00St Hilda’s Music Hub(4mi)

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Workshops & Classes

Fabulous Fossils Workshop

Led by our friendly Learning team, in this workshop you'll find out how fossils are formed, and get the chance to make a fizzy exploding dinosaur fossil of your own to take home! Event Information:This is a ticketed event.Workshops run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays during May Half Term and Summer holidays at 1pm and 2:45pm.Workshops will be held in The Studio, Level 2.Workshops run for 45 minutesPre-booking is strongly advised: tickets are available online as an add-on activity when you purchase your admission tickets.

Wed 22 Jul14:00Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum(4.4mi)

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Table Tennis

Come and join us at our fun and friendly table tennis Wednesday sessions. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a beginner eager to learn, this fast-paced game guarantees endless excitement and unmatched fun. What makes table tennis truly exceptional is its ability to accommodate players of all ages and skill levels. It’s the perfect recreational sport for families, friends, and individuals seeking a challenging yet enjoyable way to stay active. Get ready to engage in a competitive game with our already established players. Dive into a community that thrives on the sheer joy of the game. In table tennis, you’ll meet like-minded individuals who share a passion for this fantastic sport. Whether you’re looking for friendly competitions or intense tournaments, table tennis offers an opportunity to connect with fellow players, exchange tips. Carers with membership/照料者會員 £1 Members/會員 £3.50 Members Only Table Tennis group is volunteered led and it is organised through WhatApp. Please to join.

Wed 22 Jul15:00Chinese Community Centre(3.8mi)

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Summer Social - Walk

Join us for a summer walk! Please sign up so we know who's coming.

Wed 22 Jul17:00Grace Church Stirchley(0.7mi)

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Sports & Fitness

The Big Sister Project at Harborne Pool & Fitness Centre

Harborne Pool & Fitness are running a girls-only after school fitness club for ages 9–15 designed to build confidence, strength, friendships and positivity in a safe and supportive environment. The Big Sister Project combines: Fun fitness sessions Boxing fitness Strength & conditioning Team challenges & games Confidence building Mentoring & leadership Music, energy & community Whether your daughter already loves sport or struggles with confidence, this club is about helping girls grow physically AND mentally while having fun after school with other girls their age. WEDNESDAYS4:00pm–4:45pmAges 9–15

Wed 22 Jul17:00Harborne Pool and Fitness Centre(2.4mi)

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Venues with events near Bournville

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The Shed0.6 miles away Grace Church Stirchley0.7 miles away Ecobirmingham1.5 miles away

More about Bournville

West Midlands, England

Bournville sits quietly in the West Midlands with a green heart that makes it easy to find good times without leaving the village. The Hub on the Green has been hosting local acts for years and usually manages to pack a punch even when the weather is playing tricks. It feels like a proper community hub where neighbours actually know each other's names. Pub nights pop up regularly and there are plenty of family-friendly activities to keep the little ones occupied while you grab a drink. Near Here keeps all the local listings in one place so you do not have to scroll through endless pages on a Saturday morning. We think that is enough trouble for anyone.

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