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What's on in Solihull

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Religion & Spirituality

Around £4

50 Plus Group / Thursday Club

Thursday mornings begin at 9.30am for an hour with floor yoga delivered by an experienced and professionally qualified yoga teacher. Yoga with Chris currently costs £4 per session and there is no need to book. Yoga with Chris follows this with Chair yoga at 11am for half an hour aimed at local people with reduced mobility who would benefit from gentle stretching. The cost for this is £2 and is followed by tea and biscuits for those who want to stay and chat. For further info Chris can be contacted on . Afternoon activities begin at 1pm for two hours with Tea and Chat. We welcome everyone over the age of 50 (or thereabouts) to an afternoon of good conversation, tea and biscuits of course! Soup and bread in the winter months. This work is delivered in partnership with Thrive Together Birmingham and their Body Mind Spirit Partnership to offer opportunities for people to come together and make friends, to feel less lonely and isolated and to learn new skills if they want to. Or just join in the chat. We don't charge a fee but a donation of £2 is appreciated. We also host social workers once a month for drop in advice and support. A short act of informal Christian worship happens at 1pm on the 4th Thursday of the month.

Thu 23 Jul09:30St Thomas Church and Community Project(3.9mi)

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Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Kids Jewellery Workshop

Have a go at making your own piece of jewellery with the help of our friendly learning team in this special children’s jewellery workshop activity.Design and create either a bracelet or pendant, learn and use real jewellers’ techniques like texturing metal, hammering, stamping and enamelling to make something unique and personal to take home with you.Pre-booking is essential as places are limited.Recommended for ages 8 and up. For safety reasons we cannot accommodate under-5s.Children must be accompanied by one adult. Due to limitations on space, strictly only one adult per booking.Workshop lasts 2 hours.Please be advised the workshop can be noisy. Ear defenders can be provided or bring your own.Child tickets only. Adults not accompanied by a child are not permitted on this workshop. Visitor Reviews:"It was great, 100 stars.""I've done jewellery making at the MAC with Vanessa and really appreciated the opportunity to share jewellery making with my son today.""I liked the fact that we had something to take away and keep."

Thu 23 Jul10:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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History & Heritage

My First Museum Tour - Summer

Join us at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery where we are giving families the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed, child friendly tour of the museum.We'll discuss what makes a museum, discover some of the history of the museum, examine the exhibits and most importantly, show you how to make the most of your visit!Our Museum & Art Gallery has many opportunities for families to enjoy themselves, including reading corners to spaces for drawing.To start the tour, we will meet at the top of the stairs by the main entrance. From there, we will explore most of the museum. The museum is accessible via a lift on Edmund Street or steps on Chamberlain Square.

Thu 23 Jul10:30Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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Community

Hidden Spaces Roof and Basement Tours

Step beyond the gallery walls and into the hidden heart of Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. Our 'Hidden Spaces Tours' offer a rare opportunity to explore areas of the building that are usually closed to the public — including storerooms, tucked-away corridors, and architectural gems often overlooked.Join our expert guides as you:Wander through off-limits spacesSoak in the incredible Victorian architecture from a new perspectiveHear about recent and upcoming renovation projectsEncounter a few collection superstars along the wayEnjoy quirky tales from Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery's colourful past, from mysterious goings-on to hidden passagewaysThe building itself is one of our most fascinating artefacts, come and experience it in a whole new light.

Thu 23 Jul11:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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Children & Family

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.

Thu 23 Jul11:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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Nature & Outdoors

Around £3.50

Busy Bee Garden Trail

Join us at Blakesley Hall for our exciting Busy Bee Garden Trail! Follow the trail around our bee-autiful grounds and learn all about bees and their busy lives.Each child will receive a certificate at the end of the trail!£3.50 per child and the trail can be completed at anytime between 11.00am and 4.00pm on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Thu 23 Jul11:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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Community

Synod Officers on the Road day

Our next Synod Officers’ on the Road Day is on 23 July, 10:30-3:30pm at Longton URC.

Thu 23 Jul11:30West Midlands Synod URC(3.8mi)

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Community

Discovery Tour of Blakesley Hall

Join us for Discovery Tours at Blakesley Hall!A guided tour of this fascinating Tudor building. With a changing schedule, each tour offers new stories and a fresh perspective on the Hall’s rich history. Don’t miss the chance to uncover something new! Guided tour starts at 12.00pm and lasts 45 minutes. Tour included in your admission ticket.Pre-booking is recommended to guarantee your place on the tour. When you book your admission tickets, you'll have the option to book a tour ticket on the next webpage.

Thu 23 Jul12:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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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.

Thu 23 Jul13:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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Community

Summer Term Rehearsal

23/07/2026 - 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm St. Philips Church Centre Manor Road Dorridge

Thu 23 Jul20:15Sing! Bentley Heath Community Choir(2.9mi)

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Community

band

One for the diary — band at Hall Green Conservative & Unionist Club. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Fri 24 JulHall Green Conservative & Unionist Club(3.2mi)

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Community

Summer Party

Join us at Rivermere Care Home for a glamorous 1920s-themed Summer Party. Step back into the Roaring Twenties and enjoy an afternoon of music, entertainment, delicious refreshments, and community spirit in a wonderfully vintage setting. Dress to impress in your finest 1920s-inspired attire and join us for an elegant summer celebration filled with fun, laughter, and timeless charm.

Fri 24 JulSt Giles(3.2mi)

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Community

The Selecter

Roadmender Northampton is hosting and we're spreading the word. The Selecter — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Fri 24 JulRoadmender Northampton(4.1mi)

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Tudor Day at Blakesley Hall , at Blakesley Hall

Community

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Tudor Day at Blakesley Hall , at Blakesley Hall

Ever wondered what life was like for the Tudors? Well come and find out at this family friendly event suitable for all ages at Blakesley Hall!Meet our Tudo

Fri 24 JulBlakesley Hall(4.4mi)

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Community

Tea and Toast

Join us for free tea and toast, informal conversation and friendship open between 9 and 11 in the School Room of the church hall complex

Fri 24 Jul09:00St Giles(3.2mi)

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Community

Parish Office

For enquiries about any of our activities or services here at St Giles, including Baptisms, weddings, or hall bookings

Fri 24 Jul09:00St Giles(3.2mi)

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Arts & Culture

Around £2

Friday Craft and Knitting Group

A very informal gathering of over 50s who want to knit or crochet with other fellow knitters and to natter at the same time and enjoy bottomless tea and coffee and a slice of hot buttered toast. Bring your own craft to do or join in with one of the group projects. This is for complete beginners as well as though with more skill and knowledge. Why not come along and have some fun. £2 donations are welcome.

Fri 24 Jul10:00St Thomas Church and Community Project(3.9mi)

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Venues with events near Solihull

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

Sing! Bentley Heath Community Choir2.9 miles away

More about Solihull

West Midlands, England

Solihull is in West Midlands, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as Pentathlon GB and Union Theatre Solihull, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Solihull 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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