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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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Toy Story 5

We found this gem on RoyalCinemasSC's website. Toy Story 5 — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Wed 22 Jul11:00RoyalCinemasSC(4.9mi)

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Moana

In Disney�s live-action reimagining of the beloved Oscar�-nominated animated adventure, Moana (Catherine Lagaʻaia) answers the Ocean�s call and, for the first time, voyages beyond the reef of her island of Motunui with the infamous demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson) on an unforgettable journey to restore prosperity to her people. The film is directed by Emmy� and Tony Award� winner Thomas Kail (�Hamilton�); produced by Dwayne Johnson, Beau Flynn, Dany Garcia, Hiram Garcia and Lin-Manuel Miranda; and executive produced by Thomas Kail, Scott Sheldon, Charles Newirth and Auliʻi Cravalho, who voiced Moana in the animated features �Moana� and �Moana 2.� Audiences can experience the brilliant cinematic sights, sounds and songs of �Moana� in cinemas in July 2026.

Wed 22 Jul11:15RoyalCinemasSC(4.9mi)

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Teddy Bear Zip Wire , at Blakesley Hall

Have your teddy bear zip wire from the top of Blakesley Hall into the gardens.

Wed 22 Jul11:30Blakesley Hall(2mi)

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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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Minions & Monsters

This time the Minions stumble into a mysterious world of creatures and monsters that pushes their chaotic curiosity to the absolute limit. Packed with the franchise�s trademark slapstick comedy, colourful animation and relentless visual gags, Minions & Monsters expands the universe with new characters, new villains and even bigger set-pieces. Since their introduction the Minions have become a true global phenomenon�spawning theme-park attractions, viral memes and billions of views online�thanks to their lovable stupidity and unstoppable enthusiasm for mayhem. With its combination of fast-paced comedy and family-friendly adventure, Minions & Monsters promises another wildly entertaining chapter for the most unpredictable characters in modern animation.

Wed 22 Jul11:30RoyalCinemasSC(4.9mi)

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The Magic Faraway Tree

Right then — The Magic Faraway Tree at RoyalCinemasSC. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Wed 22 Jul11:50RoyalCinemasSC(4.9mi)

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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(1.6mi)

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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(1.6mi)

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Wed 22 Jul12:00Fellows & Sons(2.5mi)

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Table Talk

Table Talk? At St Germain's Church? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Wed 22 Jul12:00St Germain's Church(4.4mi)

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Teddy Bear Zip Wire , at Blakesley Hall

Have your teddy bear zip wire from the top of Blakesley Hall into the gardens.

Wed 22 Jul12:30Aston Hall(1.9mi)

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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(2.3mi)

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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(2.3mi)

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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(2.3mi)

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Breathe! Contemplative Celtic Communion

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 11:30Details: Location: Chester Road Baptist ChurchPostcode: B73 5HU

Wed 22 Jul12:30Crossroads Cafe(3.5mi)

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2026-07-22 12:00 - Mid-Week Meeting

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 12:00Details: An informal gathering in the church building. Each week is different! A time to share with each other, look at the Bible together and pray with and for one another. A time to be aware of God in our day-to-day.Location: Church BuildingPostcode: B34 7EH

Wed 22 Jul13:00Baptist Church Timberley Lane(3.5mi)

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Venues with events near Saltley

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery2.3 miles away Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum1.6 miles away Aston Hall1.9 miles away

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West Midlands, England

Saltley is in West Midlands, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as Go-Woman Alliance CIC, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Saltley events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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