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Community

Detached – Victoria Park and Owen Street, Tipton

Detached Youth Work is a model of youth work practice, targeted at vulnerable & excluded young people who mainstream youth work and services may not reach. It takes place on young people’s own territory such as streets, cafés, parks, outside shops etc. – at times that are appropriate to them and on their terms. It […]\n

Thu 23 Jul18:00Just Youth(3mi)

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Children & Family

Lodge Road Youth Club

Lodge Road Youth Club at Just Youth. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Thu 23 Jul18:00Just Youth(3mi)

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Children & Family

Tanhouse Youth Club

We've tracked down Tanhouse Youth Club at Just Youth. For the rest of the intel, you'll want their website.

Thu 23 Jul18:00Just Youth(3mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Detached – Burnt Tree and Tividale, Oldbury

Thu 23 Jul18:00Just Youth(3mi)

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Community

Homegroups

We keep tabs on City Church so you don't have to. Homegroups caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Thu 23 Jul19:30City Church(4.3mi)

via City Church

Community

Around £1

General knowledge quiz

Join us for our General Knowledge Quiz Night. Whether you're a history buff, a pop culture pro, or just love a good random fact, there’s a seat for you. £1 per person, starts at 8pm. Good fun and great regular teams!

Thu 23 Jul21:00Green Man(3.7mi)

via Green Man

Likely freeCommunity

Coal & Concrete (Sandwell)

Skateboard & Rollerskate and express yourself! Join Black Country skate coaches and street artists to build skills, boost confidence and turn creativity into action through skate culture and street art.

Fri 24 JulPowered By Can Ltd(2.6mi)

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Community

Adults

Every Friday at 9.30am-11am we provide a free computer sessions for Adults to learn a new skill on how to use a computer, so come along if you are passionate about learning.

Fri 24 Jul10:30Wood Lane Community Centre(2.4mi)

via Wood Lane Community CentreLocal gem

Arts & CultureHistory & 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 Jul10:30Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery(5mi)

via Birmingham Museum and Art GalleryLocal gem

Live Music

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 Jul13:00Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery(5mi)

via Birmingham Museum and Art GalleryLocal gem

Wellness & Wellbeing

Scripture Meditation

Scripture Meditation at St Germain's Church. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Fri 24 Jul13:30St Germain's Church(2.9mi)

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Children & Family

Around £10

Children’s Computer Classes

We have a C hildren’s computer class (6-12years) on Friday’s 3.30pm-4.30pm it is (£10 per session) where children get to explore computers so come along if interested. We are trailing sessions and laptops are provided.

Fri 24 Jul16:30Wood Lane Community Centre(2.4mi)

via Wood Lane Community CentreLocal gem

Community

Around £5

The Decade Diva

The Decade Diva The 2026 Tour Friday, 24 July 2026 at 8.00 pm Tickets £5 at the door

Fri 24 Jul20:00Springfield Social Club(1.5mi)

via Springfield Social Club

Community

Around £3

Mel Day

Mel Day Classic Soul Show- As Seen On TV Britain’s Got Talent Friday, 24 July 2026 at 8.00 pm £3 entry

Fri 24 Jul20:00Springfield Social Club(1.5mi)

via Springfield Social Club

Community

Girls Night Out With No Hun

This Good Friday, forget the family dinner because you’ve already got plans. NOHUN is back after his SELL OUT valentines & easter shows. GIRLS NIGHT OUT: The Resurrection is bigger, bolder, and more unholy than ever. Expect outrageous stories, unapologetic laughs, and all kinds of chaos. No sermons, no small talk, just cocktails, comedy, and a night you’ll actually want to rise again for. So ditch the hot cross buns, grab your girls, and get ready for redemption.

Fri 24 Jul20:00Actress & Bishop(4.9mi)

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Community

Youth for Truth

Dudley Baptist Church is being delightfully mysterious about Youth for Truth. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Fri 24 Jul20:30Dudley Baptist Church(3.3mi)

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Community

Around £5

Miss Terry Tour

Miss Terry Tour IInternational Drag Artist - Back by popular demand! Friday, 24 July 2026 at 9 pm Tickets £5

Fri 24 Jul21:00Springfield Social Club(1.5mi)

via Springfield Social Club

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Venues with events near The Ashes

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

Just Youth3.0 miles away Springfield Social Club1.5 miles away Wood Lane Community Centre2.4 miles away

More about The Ashes

West Midlands, England

The Ashes is in West Midlands, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings The Ashes 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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