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What's on in Solihull

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History & Heritage

Around £3.50

Art Club: Summer Fun at the Museum

Join us for some creative crafts during the school holidays. Led by our museum learning team, each workshop will follow a different activity every week throughout the school holidays.Week 1 - Clay SculptingWeek 2 - Felt Flower BouquetsWeek 3 - Fabric WeavingWeek 4 - Tile DecoratingWeek 5 - Pattern PrintingWeek 6 - Clay Coil PotsEvent Information:Workshops will take place each week on Mondays, Wednesdays and FridaysSessions run at 10:30am, 12pm and 1:30pm and last for approximately 1 hourTickets cost £3.50 per child (Member tickets cost £3)Accompanying adult tickets are freeUnder 3s can attend for free, however activity is aimed at older childrenAll children must be accompanied by an adultMuseum entry is freeSpace is accessible via a liftThis event will take place in The Studio, which can be found next to the Pre-Raphaelite Galleries. To reach The Studio from the Main Entrance, walk up the stairs into the Round Room, continuing straight ahead through the Bridge Gallery, which currently holds our Ozzy Osbourne Exhibition. Then, turn right then quickly left past the Toilets, into the Wild City Gallery. Once you walk through the double doors and pass into the Pre-Raphaelite Galleries, The Studio is on the left. See our floor plan for details.Pre-booking is advised.

Fri 24 Jul10:30Sarehole 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.

Fri 24 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.

Fri 24 Jul11:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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Community

Tudor Day 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 Tudor reenactors from the Up and At 'Em team in the Hall and learn what life was like in Tudor Birmingham. Meet a cook demonstrating how Tudor food was made and have a go at making some gingerbread and even butter! Meet the Steward to find out how the table was set for feasting and how the household was run.Have a go at archery in the garden with the team from Events From History or you can sit back and watch as their experts show their skills and regale you with tales of battles past!There will also be some fun activities in the Barn including quill writing, object handling and Tudor inspired craft. Enjoy Tudor music performances in the garden and Hall. Refreshments will be available in the Herb Garden Cafe and why not bring along a picnic to enjoy in the grounds?

Fri 24 Jul11:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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Community

DinoSTORY time

Join us for a fun reading of Am I Yours? by Alex Latimer (published by Oxford University Press), a heartwarming story about a little dinosaur egg trying to find where they belong. Get involved as we bring this story to life in our cosy Den space in MiniBrum. Expect lots of interactive moments for little explorers as we go on a journey through the prehistoric world of dinosaurs. Stamp your feet, laugh along, and get ready to give your best dinosaur ROAR! This session is perfect for young dino fans and their grown-ups!Event InformationRecommended for children aged 8 years old and below. Children must be accompanied by an adult.Join us in The Den on Level 3 of Thinktank inside MiniBrum.Two sessions (11am and 1pm) every Friday during the summer holidays (Monday 20th July to Monday 31st August).Sessions last approximately 20 minutes.Included in the admission price.

Fri 24 Jul11:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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Children & FamilyNature & OutdoorsWorkshops & Classes

Wildlife at Sarehole Mill

Step into our historic gardens this summer and enjoy a day of outdoor discovery in our beautiful green spaces.Families are invited to explore the outdoors, learn about nature, and take part in hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity in visitors of all ages. Guided by our friendly museum team, these sessions are a wonderful way to connect with nature, discover more about the environment, and make unforgettable summer memories together.Whether you’re exploring the grounds, getting closer to wildlife, or learning something new about the natural world, there will be plenty of opportunities for families to play, learn and explore.Bug Hunting and Pond DippingJoin our Natural Science Curator for an exciting wildlife adventure. Using special nets and equipment, families can discover the tiny creatures living in our ponds and green spaces. Learn how to safely catch, observe and identify bugs, insects and pond life while finding out why these small creatures are so important to our ecosystems.Perfect for curious minds and little explorers, this is a fun and engaging way for children and adults alike to experience nature up close.Come along, get your hands a little muddy, and uncover the hidden world of wildlife this summer!

Fri 24 Jul11:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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Community

Astonishingly Aston Friday Tour

Join us on Fridays for guided tour of Aston Hall with a changing schedule of exciting and interesting tours, including our standard tour, Aston under siege tour, folklores and superstitions tour and our new Servant’s Life Tour. Tours take place on Fridays at 12noon are included in your admission price.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 add-on ticket on the next webpage.

Fri 24 Jul12:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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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.

Fri 24 Jul12:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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Dance

Around £2

Line Dancing

Are you over 50 and wanting to keep fit or learn something new? Why not come and join our friendly line dancing group. No previous experience necessary. Just a willingness to have some fun. £2 donation appreciated. No need to pre-book.

Fri 24 Jul12:00St Thomas Church and Community Project(3.9mi)

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Community

An afternoon of classical guitar with Nigel Modern

Enjoy an afternoon of classical guitar within the beautiful Pre-Raphaelite galleries.Experience the expressive sound of Nigel Modern, a classical guitarist specialising in Spanish and acoustic repertoire. Having balanced distinguished careers in both medicine and music, Nigel has performed in prestigious venues such as London’s Purcell Room. Today, he is dedicated to bringing the richness of classical guitar to community settings, sharing its warmth and beauty with audiences who may not otherwise encounter this remarkable instrument and its captivating repertoire.

Fri 24 Jul14:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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Community

Bell Ringing

New Comers welcome

Fri 24 Jul19:30St Giles(3.2mi)

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Children & Family

Friends & family summer fest – PCMC Wandsworth

Pentecostal City Mission Church UK hasn't given us the full script, but Friends & family summer fest – PCMC Wandsworth has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Sat 25 JulPentecostal City Mission Church UK(2.5mi)

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Community

A Nashville Country Experience

One for the diary — A Nashville Country Experience at Roadmender Northampton. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Sat 25 JulRoadmender Northampton(4.1mi)

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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.

Sat 25 Jul11:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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Children & Family

Dino Dig

Sat 25 Jul11:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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Nature & Outdoors

Around £3.50

Busy Bee Garden Trail

Sat 25 Jul11:00Sarehole Mill(3.7mi)

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Community

Open Clay Pigeon Shoot - 100 clays

Saturday July 25 2026 - 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Sat 25 Jul11:00Hailes Shooting Ground(4.6mi)

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Venues with events near Solihull

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

Pentecostal City Mission Church UK2.5 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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