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You Said...
Posted Monday, March 2, 2009
I am intrigued to read the comments of obvious 'non-drivers' about
the zebra crossings. I totally agree that drivers don't always stop at
the one by 'Face', but the one under the bridge? As I drive, when you
approach from Hockley Heath the light makes it difficult to see people
waiting and when you come from Knowle it is the same! Some train users
insist on just 'walking out' onto the crossing and I too am surprised no
one has been hit. Perhaps if the pedestrians were to actually look and
be aware of their surroundings things might be better, instead of
walking in a way that would not look out of place in a Mr Bean movie,
thinking how important & great they are because they commute to and from
London for a days work! If you were that great at your job you'd be
able to afford to live by your work and not have to commute each day!!!
Sarah
Posted
Monday, January 12, 2009
I need to find out the population of dorridge?? any idea??
Grace
Posted
Monday, October 20, 2008
Does anyone know what is going to happen to Forest Court, does the
council own it? we really could do with a Health Shop, a shoe repair
shop, a hardware shop, a Charity shop, even another coffee shop to bring
people in and to bring new life to the area, Joan
Joan
Griffith
Posted
Thursday, July 17, 2008
I am looking for information about the King family from Knowle. John and
Sarah King were my g g g grandparents. John King was a Tailor, born
around 1789. They had several children, all baptised in Knowle. Are
there any of my ancestors still living in Knowle?
Jean
Posted
Friday, May 30, 2008
Looking for information on the Thornton family who lived in Arden grove,
Dorridge. Llly Agnes Thornton died there in 1912 and i believe is buried
in Knowle churchyard. William Harold was also resident before being
killed in the Dardanelles in 1915. Arden grove isn't on the map so any
information would be appreciated.
Mike Thornton
Posted Thursday, May 8, 2008
Cycle Solihull is arranging one of their Community Cycle Rides from
Bentley Heath Park on Sunday 11 May, leaving from the Widney Road Car
Park at 2 pm. It will be a 16 mile ride out to the Tapster Valley with a
refreshment stop at the Punchbowl pub. It is suitable for all types of
cyclist and there is no need to book - just turn up for a pleasant ride
in the countryside with a few other people. Further details from
www.cyclesolihull.org.uk
Steve
Posted Monday, May 5, 2008
Hi, we're thinking of moving to Knowle and just wondered what people
thought of the area. We've got 4 children aged 7, 3 and twins that are
4. Is there much to do in the local area?
Andrea
Posted Monday, March 31, 2008
Does anyone know of a Christopher Fitzegerald who was a plasterer and
would be in his 60s now originally from Ireland not much info but if
anyone can help.
Jenny
Posted Monday, February 18, 2008
Hi.
Re Hardware Shop Station Road
It was still a hardware shop albeit with little stock when first I moved
to the area in the late 70's. It then became a delicatessen and still
is known as Gourmet Foods. I tried to e-mail you but the address
was not recognised :(
Alex
Posted Monday, February 18, 2008
I remember Francis Way mother and baby home . my brother and i used to
do odd jobs around there in the 1960s and the nuns gave us ice poles .
we also watched the film the robe there one night . we were surrounded
by all the young mums a lot of whom were Irish and kept telling us to
shut up so they could watch the film. now living in Margate but
remember Bentley Heath before it became yuppyville . they built on our
cricket pitch .
Tim Knibb
Posted Monday, February 4, 2008
I lived in Hanbury Road Dorridge from from the age of 3 in 1962 then
moved to Gilberry Close Knowle in the mid 70's. It was a great place to
grow up. I wrote my best known song 'Where's Captain Kirk?' on the 182
bus when coming home from rehearsals in Solihull with my new band
SPIZZENERGI in 1979. Moved to London 1980 - I thought it would be great
to do a show possibly in Solihull to mark the event in 2009 - Anyone
know a local promoter?
www.spizzenergi.com
Spizz
Posted Monday, January 21, 2008
Lived in Knowle 1966 to 1989 - (one of the infamous Perkins twins ! )Dad
was the local bobby 67 to 74 there was bugger all to do even then
,although as a Kid I went to sea scouts , which is nice to see is still
going from strenth to strenth. Priced out of housing by too many new
comers and that has made the village lose its character in my view. I
now live miles away but please feel free to say hello if you remember
Carl or Alan Perkins
Carl Perkins
Posted Monday, January 21, 2008
Total agreement with Tallaway, if the annoyed "police trained" rider
fancies meeting me for some argie-bargie pudding and pie behind Total
regarding the zebra crossing dispute id be grateful. (I'll be in the
bushes dressed up as a zebra)
Steve Cordarord
P.s you may travel by horse.....if you use your horse mirrors.
Posted Thursday, January 3, 2008
Hi, does anyone remember the name of the hardware shop at 37 Station
Road, Knowle circa 1954? I particularly want to know the name of the
lady who owned it pre 1953 and her 2? daughters. Is it still the same
sort of shop? Please if you have lived or have an elderly relative that
lived there late 1940's - early 1950's that might remember can you let
me know? Many thanks
Lizzie
Posted Monday, October 29, 2007
Chalky - Just saw your post from 2005. Is Ivy White your Grandma and Ray
White your Dad or Uncle? If so, I know them as I lived round there and
still do. I played darts with 'Whittle' for the Legion Exiles and am
proud of my Bentley Heath roots. If you see Whittle see if he remembers
the teenage werewolf. He used to be a teenage werewolf but he's alright
noooooooowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww!
Jon Knibb (Knibby)
Posted
Monday, October 15, 2007
I remember when we all knew each other in Dorridge and don't recall
inconsiderate drivers zooming past the crossings, but i haven't lived
there since 1993. Maybe it's the people who have moved into the area,
the ones with the get out of my way cos I'm very rich and therefore more
important than you attitude. I've come across plenty of them when
visiting family. I usually just step onto the road when people do that
sort of thing to me and give them a snooty look back, but obviously I'm
not recommending that you do that. I agree that parking on double yellow
lines isn't a major crime but it's scary and very annoying when you have
to push a pram down a main road with buses going past because some
inconsiderate, able bodied person can't walk a few yards. It's not just
in Knowle and Dorridge though, i recently went to Kent and it was far
worse.
Simpson
Posted
Monday, September 17, 2007
CARELESS DRIVING has been brought to the attention of the village once
and for all. There must be a stop - a ban to signalling - Have we not
asked ourselves the primary reason for the hole in the o-zone layer?
£1.2million is used in left indication energy alone, each year, in the
UK. Stop-Think! Is it not obvious where the car is going to go? Look
where the driver's eyes are looking!!
Finally, to the writer/s of previous comments about consideration from
road users i must give you this, and only this:
1. We can't see you if you are wearing a zebra costume, next to the
zebra crossing
2. Who actually cares if people don't stop at a zebra crossing - why
don't you spend your time complaining about the weather or worrying
about the price of elbow grease?
and lastly,
3. You're right. Parking on a double yellow line - now that is a crime
if i ever saw one. What could be worse? Kidnap? Murder? Or even
Kidnap-Murder? If the police aren't out stopping the parking of cars on
double yellow lines, then what are we paying taxes for?
Please, if anybody has any views on the issue or would like to contact
me, do not hesitate to get in touch.
Phillip Tallaway
Posted
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
I totally agree with your comments re drivers not signalling their
intentions. Particularly in my part of the world, when going round a
roundabout, Another bane is them going against CLEARLY marked arrows on
car parks. I have been to your part of the country and it is really
beautiful, (oh the Wharf at Hockley Heath), but sadly these days
inconsideration seems to be endemic. (A car driver with more years
experience than I care to think about). I am from Crewe.
Tony Phillips
Posted Monday, July 30, 2007
Drivers in this area are downright rude, all willing to shake their
heads when there is an accident but still unwilling to stop and allow
someone to cross the road safely whether at a zebra crossing or not. I
am not yet legally able to drive but I still view it as common sense and
well-mannered to stop and allow people to cross roads, particularly if
it's raining.
T
Posted Tuesday, June 12, 2007
I am sick and tired of inconsiderate motorists in Knowle and Dorridge.
Some of the things which really annoy me are;
* Their refusal to use indicators, which invariably implies that
the driver is not using their mirrors at all
and have no concept that there may be people around them!
* Driving far too close to you when you are traveling at the speed
limit (thereabouts)! Annoying and not
to mention dangerous considering I ride a motorcycle.
* Parking on double yellows next to the bus stop/HSBC on station
approach!
* Not letting cars pull out (generally being inconsiderate).
* Stopping without signalling.
* Pulling out without signalling.
* I seem to have come full circle and so must mention the lack of
mirror use again! There are many
more points but these seem to be prevalent in K/D - people
just seem to be more courteous drivers
the further away you go.
Sorry for the rant and rave as I realise many drivers can be courteous,
but after being nearly knocked over when turning on to Station Approach
and then being told it was my fault I really have had enough. I can't
stand this "Dorridge" mentality that seems to make these drivers believe
they are somehow 'better' than everyone else. I can't be alone in this
can I?
Annoyed "Police Trained" Rider
Posted Monday, April 2, 2007
I'm fed up with people not stopping for me on the zebra crossings and
blatently ignoring me, it's just arogant driving.
Also, on Max's comment, I had never noticed the speed of cars through
dorridge centre to be a problem. Prehaps if they didn't ignore zebra
crossings it might help though.
Matt
Posted Monday, February 19, 2007
Can anyone tell me if the Royal Mail Office in St Johns Close is running
24 hours a day? I am hoping to move to the area soon and was
wondering what kind of noise level is around the st johns close area.
Allen
Posted Tuesday, January 16, 2007
To help slow the traffic down through Dorridge, I think two mini
roundabouts would help. One at the junction of Station approach
and Station Road and the second at the junction of Forrest Road and
Station Road. What do other people think?
Max
Posted Thursday, January 4, 2007
Does anyone know if there is a coat of arms associated with Dorridge
itself and where can I find it if so?
Julia
Posted Monday, January 1, 2007
Can't see anything wrong with the Jet Garage having an drink licence.
Whats being opposite to an old peoples home got anything to do with it
anyway? Don't they ever drink or something?
David
Posted Monday, December 11, 2006
Jet Garage Kenilworth Road
The Jet Garage has applied for an alcohol licence. Is this a good
idea? Some Facts: It is opposite an old peoples home and
Berrow Court and near a nursery, located close to Knowle Primary School
at a bad road junction. About 200 yards from the One Stop alcohol
selling News Agents. I wonder has anybody bothered to object
Bill Jones
Posted Monday, November 27, 2006
Francis Way Mother & Baby home! Was there from 17/ 7/ 58 to 26/ 9/
58!I Do not think the place exists anymore.
Frank
Posted Tuesday, November 7, 2006
Hello: I am thinking of moving to Dorridge in the near future. Any
comments? Incidentally, my children are grown up so I don't have to
consider school catchment areas
Pam
Posted Monday, October 30, 2006
Happy Hands Dorridge pre-school are holding their annual Christmas fayre
on Wednesday 22nd November at St Phillips. Please see posters and local
press for further details or call Liz on 770113.
Posted Thursday, October 26, 2006
Hi, do you think it would be a good idea to
have a health shop in Dorridge?
Lilli
Posted Thursday, July 13, 2006
I get the 40a bus Monday to Friday and the seats on it need to be
cleaned up can any one help
Alastair
Lapham
Posted Wednesday, June 21, 2006
I am starting a new job in Knowle and will need to drive in. Can anyone
suggest the best place to park as i don't want to upset any local
residents and my new company does not offer on-site parking facilities.
I will be based on the High Street
Rebecca
Posted Monday, June 5, 2006
We spent 2 weeks last summer with family in Solihull...it was great!!!
wish we could have stayed longer. would love to go back again. just wish
we had more time to get around the city via bus.
Jean
Posted Monday, May 29, 2006
I loved Tony Aitken's photograph. Those were the days. Wasn't
Tony a padre in Porridge?
John
Warner
Posted Friday, April 21, 2006
Does anyone know Sylvia (Wood )My old school friend from the Yenton. I
am after an old friend who I think is living in Dorridge and she used to
own a local florist shop ..We were best friends at school and I would
like to make contact with Sylvia..
Gail (Jones )
Posted Monday, February 20, 2006
Hi I am moving to Bentley Heath with my 2 daughters aged 8 and 10. We
are hoping they attend the local primary and then eventually go to
Arden. Can anyone give me any info about this school positive or
negative? Also do you know of any local clubs that they can go to.
Thanks.
Mohan
Posted Monday, January 30, 2006
I am concerned once again with the downright arrogant comments from
people. While I agree that old people should not have to earn young
peoples respect, neither should young people have to earn older peoples
respect. I more often see older people drunk and disorientated than I do
young people, talk about leading by example. Similarly I just as often
see older people pushing in queues, assuming they have right of way on
pavements and not stopping to allow young people to cross when it is
tipping it down with rain despite the fact they are dry and warm and it
would add a few seconds max to their journey. I have often waited after
school for 5 or 10 minutes before being able to cross. Maybe if older
people had a bit more respect young people would as well.
Josh
Posted Monday, January 30, 2006
Does anyone remember francis way mother and baby home, flintgreen
nursery or shenley fields home in the 1960s/70s please contact me in you
have any information
Jennifer Billingsley
Posted Monday, January 16, 2006
Knowle's problems with young people with nothing to do is no different
from many places including Australia where I live now.
When I was living there from birth 1936 to 1960 there was a youth club
on Sat now pulled down( no Church connection), the 1st Knowle Boy Scouts
and Guides and the rest of the time we were too busy with homework from
school or playing sport to get anywhere near a pub. Of course we were
not allowed there by our parents. What do Knowle parents do on a
saturday put the children out with the cat and go to bed leaving them to
roam the streets?
Rod Challis
Posted Tuesday, October 4, 2005
Well said, Josh! (Josh's comments dated Monday June 6th 2005)
Richard Portsmouth
Posted Monday, August 22, 2005
Bentley Heath is not a PARK it is only a designated RECREATION AREA,
which is different, I think the time on that is up in the next few
years. and knowing the council, they will probably develop on it. By the
way the new house built next to the park is on a blind bend...despite
local objections it still went ahead....... be careful with prams and
kids.
Maggie Corrigan
Posted Monday, June 6, 2005
I am upset to come onto this page to find older residents making
derogatory comments about the younger generations. At current there is
one youth club run independently of a church. A number of young people
do not feel comfortable in a church they do not belong to. So lets assume
each young person in Dorridge goes to a youth club run by there church
and Knowle youth centre, that's 2 nights they are busy. Then assuming
every young person goes out and joins the sea scouts (which isn't very
likely as oddly some people don't want to join "sea scouts") then
that's 3
nights busy which still leaves them with 4 nights free in a week. So now
they go and join one other club on Saturday daytime. That leaves them
with the same number of nights free. See the problem? Youth centres have
age groups and due to this you can only go once a week. Kids will be
kids, researching I can see that a lot of the last generation who seem
to be complaining here got up to much worse. People need to get a grip.
Recently I saw a man ranting at a group of young people for dropping a
chocolate bar wrapper. Well maybe it would help if there was a bin
within a few hundred meters. If you think living here is terrible I
challenge you to go live in a lovely area such as Chelmsley wood, then
try telling me that the kids around here are terrible.
Josh - A 13 year old resident of Dorridge
Posted Monday, May 23, 2005
Is there anyone out there hoping to have a kitchen installed by Henley
Kitchens in the next few weeks? Or should I say 'was hoping to have a
kitchen...' If so (and particularly if you have paid a deposit) please
contact us.
Anne and Derrick Dyas
Posted Friday, May 6, 2005
We are relocating to Knowle/Dorridge very soon. We have a 1 year old
and I was wondering if anyone could tell me if there are mother and
toddler's groups etc in the area. Thank you.
Julie Askey
Posted Monday, May 3, 2005
I went to Arden school when I was 13 to 16, back in '80 to '84. Am
hoping to get in touch with anyone from that time. If anyone
remembers me, Stephen Memmott (Frog) please contact me. Our form tutor
at the time was Mrs Pollock the art teacher. I'm now living in Likely,
West Yorkshire. Contact me if you remember me!!!
Stephen
Memmott
Posted Tuesday, April 11, 2005
i need 2 know the population where can i find the population of knowle
?!?!?!?!?!?!? do try and put it in plz XXX sammy
sammy carliell
Posted Thursday, April 8, 2005
Does anyone have any problems at Arden School? Please e-mail me if you
are concerned that your child may have suffered an un-fair detention or
suspension or is being discriminated against. Most worryingly are cases
where pupils are 'removed' from G.C.S.E. courses if they are considered
borderline-(an excellent way of getting the school to the top of the
league tables!)
If you are a pupil or parent who needs some impartial advice on your
rights regarding Arden and Solihull L.E.A. then feel free to e-mail me.
Your information will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Mrs Karen
O'Neill
Posted Thursday, April 8, 2005
I have recently re-visited Forest Court Shopping Centre for the first
time in many years. This may be surprising to all of you who know me as
I am a local resident living on Station road. However, I was not
entirely impressed by the state of the shopping mall and I think
something needs to be done aside from opening Indian restaurants which
take 3 hours to deliver your food to you!!!
Tom W
Posted Monday, February 28, 2005
My Mum used to live at a house called Limpsfield in Knowlewood Road
Dorridge around the 1930's & 40's. Her name was Anne English & she has
two brothers Derek & Graham. She always talks about the area. Mum lives
in Solihull. One name she always mentions from the years she lived in
Dorridge is Jean Keogh. If anyone should know if this lady still lives
in the area. Please email me.
Rosemary Sheward
Posted Wednesday, February 16, 2005
i would just like to say as a "youth" of Dorridge and Knowle that there
is very little for us to do but.. even if there were youth clubs set up
do you really think that many of us would want to go?! go and sit in a
room being watched by 5 youth leaders?! its too tame. not saying that
we would want to cause trouble were just out for some fun! if we go up
the park its not like anybody gets so drunk we need an ambulance yes
maybe some "youths" may drink a little alcohol from time to time but i
doubt many of you could seriously say that you didn't drink until you
were 18!most of the time we are just out to chill with our friends and
out and about in Dorridge is the easiest place as every one can be there
and come and go as they please. I admit that there are a few younger
"youths" at Arden and other schools that can cause trouble but please
don't tar us all with the same brush!!!!
Me - plodder fan!!
Posted Monday, February 14, 2005
Who remembers Turret Stores And John & Joan? This is John. We split up
amicably a few years ago and now I'm remarried and live in the USA. Joan
lives in Rubery. We had a load of fun with the gang from the
school and with our regular customers. What a shame that we had to close
the store. My best wishes to those of you who were our friends and
customers. And Jan, Angie and Lyn of course! Is Alice still
with us? (Remember the pictures on the sweet jars?)
John Carr
Posted Tuesday, February 1, 2005
Knowle is a lovely place and I got married in the church there! It was
wonderful. The florist I used was Shoots Florist which is also located
in Knowle. The flowers where lovely and I would thoroughly recommend
them!
Ubi
Posted Monday, November 15, 2004
Have just located this website and I am trying to find any history to
the old library in Knowle (1940'ish)? Also anyone who knew a Pickering
family from Bentley Heath? My father was born there 1932 and I'm curious
to know about any family history! I'm told my fathers auntie lived in
the building which is now the Knowle library. My father used to
practice his musical instruments there as a young boy. I would love to
hear from anyone who could tell me anything or might even be related!
Ondine
Pickering (Grand-daughter of Gladys and Lewis Reginald Pickering)
Posted Friday, November 12, 2004
It is interesting to read all the comments about young people in Knowle
and Dorridge, and the provision of activities for that age group.
There are in fact a number of youth groups in the area, I am involved
with one of the largest - Knowle Sea Scout Group. We have at the moment
60 regular members, all excellent young people aged 10-18 that are
'taken off the streets' every Friday night, and are also away for many
weekends through the year. We also have a further 80 young people aged
6-10 in our younger sections. We have an excellent retention rate,
with nearly 100% of those that come for one night joining. We do
struggle however with equipment, finances, and support. We receive no
money from the local authority or elsewhere, and all adults involved are
unpaid volunteers. To find out what we do visit
www.knowleseascouts.org.uk,
and any interested in helping in any way can email me at:
James
Posted Friday, November 12, 2004
Ello, Is any one out there. My grand son said he was on the internet but
I can't find him. James are you listening?
Burt
Posted Wednesday, October 27, 2004
Why is it that there are so many teenagers running around Dorridge
centre weekend evenings ? So much for strategic planning - these kids
needs youth and activity centres or they will just drift into pubs
(early age drinking) and vandalism through boredom as I did when I was
that age.
Albert
Posted Wednesday, October 20, 2004
With reference to the notices posted from Mike and Gemma and Cas
regarding the ladies in the Chemist. Perhaps someone should let them
know the effect they are having on the customer and remind them that we
are the people who pay their wages. Alternatively, give them a huge
warm smile and get them wondering what on earth is wrong!!
PS: Karen B - Hugely enjoyed Wednesday evening at the Red Lion. I'll try
to make the next one!
Rich
Posted Wednesday, September 29, 2004
This may sound like a silly question but I wonder if
anyone could help me. I'm in the middle of my GCSE Geography fieldwork
and I need to find out what the visitor figures for Knowle are. Could
anyone please point me in the right direction? Thank you, I'd be really
grateful.
G
Posted Monday, September 20, 2004
Hello, although I am a Solihull girl ,I am looking for
John Davies who used to contact me quite often and since he retired we
have lost touch, he was always very knowledgeable about the old railway
stations an interest that both my husband and I share. If you are out
there John ,would love to hear from you again.
Joan and Tony Cutler (Cornwall )
Posted Wednesday, September 15, 2004
Re Dorridge centre - What does anyone think of the
existing centre area including Forest Court Shopping centre and the
Arden buildings over the road. I personally think its a lovely little
centre that is being neglected and left to run down, does anybody use
it?
Gareth
Posted Monday, September 6, 2004
You can't say that Sara didn't take part in sport,
you've got to remember 1500 metres every year on sports day! But I
agree, that we don't need to 'earn' respect...don't get me started,
another few letters to the Solihull Times might be on the way!
Although the days of drinking around the Kixley field have now been over
for a while!
Lived in Knowle all me life!
Posted Monday, August 30, 2004
Hi, Does anyone remember " Francis Way" Mother and
baby home. It was in Bentley Heath, Knowle.
K Muir
Posted Monday, August 30, 2004
To the people who kindly sent information about my
Rawlins family, I have now found Colin and his family and we are in
touch. This is a great site
Jackie Nee Rawlins
Posted Monday, August 23, 2004
In reply to Sara Kays
comment - Its not you personally but actually quite a lot of Knowles
youth are seen as yobs this is partially due to the way that they treat
older people as old fogies. If you want respect you will have to earn it
- I think you are totally wrong, us youths don't need to start devoting
our lives to charity work jus to earn a little respect, many of us help
in sports clubs and other such events and earn respect that way. just
because you never liked sport or took part in any does not mean that it
should be forgotten about! i am extremely disappointed by what you have
said Sarah! the youths of Knowle are just as entitled to walk down their
streets in groups as the pensioners of Knowle are!
me - plodder fan!
Posted Monday, July 26, 2004
I thought the 80's night in Knowle Park last weekend was
excellent, not sure about the warm up act, the Cher impersonation was
dodgy; however the main act put on a good compilation of classic 80's
Pop and there was a great atmosphere (and weather) to the whole
evening. Best event in a while, hope they do it again
Mark
Posted Monday, July 26, 2004
In reply to Sarah - I am Sarah Webb, yeah I went to Knowle
Nursery. What's your second name and maybe we can get in touch.
I'm still living in the area - what about you?
Sarah
Webb
Posted Friday, July 16, 2004
As a reply to Sarah I went to Knowle nursery ( hoping you
mean the one that was knocked down on Arden school site) I went there
and I am in the same school year as Sarah Webb. what is your surname
please Sarah n maybe I could ask Sarah if she remembers you?!
Old Skool Knowle Nursery Pupil!
Posted Monday, June 21, 2004
Leave the teenagers alone. The biggest danger in Knowle is
the short sighted wrinkleys drive to Tesco on Sunday morning. Thank god
all the kids are in bed with hangovers or there really would be
problems.
Still young at heart at 41
Posted Friday, May 21, 2004
Does anyone in
Dorridge know anyone with the name Rawlins. I am researching my family
tree and know we had family in this area.
Jackie Burbidge nee Rawlins
Posted Wednesday, April 28, 2004
In response to Mike and Gemma I too am in my forties and find
the staff in the chemist most rude and unhelpful.
Cas
Posted Saturday, April 17, 2004
Long live Dorridge park. Also who remembers drinking in
Kixley lane/ Knowle Church c.2000/01 leading to a front page article in
the Solihull times?! disappointed in the 'next generation' that the
'tradition' of k+d invading Leamington every week has not been kept.
many good days were had out down there. maybe with the closure of Rosies
some will venture down there eh. its not our job, we just sit in the red
lion and get fat now.
Old Skool Knowle
Posted Monday, April 12, 2004
In response to Gemma's comments. It is not just teenagers
that the staff of the chemist are rude too. I am 42 and get the distinct
impression they are doing me a favour.
Mike
Posted Friday, April 9, 2004
I think if the council woke up and invested some money into
real projects like building a decent big skate park or a 24/7 youth club
with decent facilities the youths of Knowle wouldn't cause so much
problems. look at the skate park in Solihull its the size of a shoe box.
its disgraceful they should listen to the younger generation instead of
thinking they know best, the council suck!
Someone
Posted Wednesday, March 31, 2004
We are hoping to
move to the Knowle/Dorridge area some time in the summer. We have a 4
year old and a 1 year old. Is there anything in the area for toddlers
and young children, such as a Mother's & Toddler's group or sports and
activity classes? It would help them (and us) settle into the area more
quickly. Thanks.
Deborah Robinson
Posted Monday, March 29, 2004
Hi! In response to
Sarah's comment, I do know a Sarah Webb and went to Knowle school. What
is all this about one stop closing? anyone who goes to Arden, what do
you think of the new head teacher
Gemma
Posted Friday, March 12, 2004
The new toddlers
play area in Bentley Heath park is good. I didn't realise that we were
sacrificing the two slides for the skate park. We now have nothing at
all for the children aged between 6 and 14 years! Is anything planned?
Swings, slides, roundabout, and climbing frames would be ideal - but not
at the expense of the skate park or the toddler area.
Karen
Posted Thursday, February 12, 2004
Closure of Dorridge Post Office.
We have just discovered that the One Stop Shop will be closing in July and converting in
to a Tesco Express. Good news perhaps. However, the leaflet states that as a result, the
Post Office will close and not re-open.
Tesco have invited comments on 0800 505555
Derrick & Anne Dyas
Posted Monday, February 9, 2004
The comments made about Knowle are quite interesting but not in enough depth. Does
anyone know anymore about knawel's history?
Adam
Posted Saturday, January 17, 2004
Reading the comments about drinking in the parks, can I just say as a parent of two,
aged 35, that the tradition of park drinking goes way back ...well er... the early 80`s
and no doubt before. Even then we were bemoaned as being hooligans and now look at us,
boring stay at homes. At least we also had the Youth club disco on a Friday night to
smuggle our booze into or drink behind the Methodist church. I just hope the "youth
of today" are having as much fun as we did!
Jane Findlay
Posted Tuesday, January 6, 2004
I completely agree with Gemmas comment on how the older residents of Knowle and
Dorridge look down on teenagers. I have not seen any of the teenagers around Knowle and
Dorridge treating older people with disrespect. I can see what the 'older' people must be
intimidated by when groups of us are walking down the street but where else is there to
go? Which brings me on to the park.. We only drink at the park because residents complain
about them looking 'shifty' in the streets when we are only really standing around
chatting.. Please have more faith in us!!!
Teenager
Posted Wednesday, December 31, 2003
I moved to Bentley Heath a few months ago but I have yet to look around I'm only 16
and I was wondering if someone around my age could tell what there id for fun? the park
looks old and reading through the comments on this page everyone else seems to think so
too. I have one other question does anybody know how far back Bentley Heath goes and if
there are websites where I can get old maps and things as I love things like time team
thanks nick
Nick Morrey
Reply Posted Saturday, January 3, 2004
The park is due to undergo construction soon for a skate park. I am a member of Solihull
Youth Council I know these things it has been in the pipeline for about 1 year.
Josh
Posted Tuesday, December 16, 2003
I was just wondering if there is anyone still in the area who went to the playschool
or Nursery school in Knowle around 1991/1992? Perhaps the names Sarah Webb or Paul ?
somebody? Sorry I can't be more detailed but it was over 10 years ago and i was only 2 or
three at the time! Also, does anyone remember the Taylor family of Hainfield drive who
move to Southampton in 1993?
Sarah
Posted Wednesday, December 3, 2003
Drinking in The Park
Drinking in Dorridge park on a Friday evening has become a major part of K+D's youth
culture over number of years. This tradition has been going on since 1995 and I'm sure
will continue for a long time coming. I know that many people see our tradition as an
eyesore and a nuisance but without Dorridge, Bentley Heath and Knowle park, many secondary
school youth's lives would be in turmoil. Where would you adults prefer us to be? On the
streets? We are much safer in the park especially during the long summer evenings when it
stays light until late. Going down to the park of an evening made my years as a young
teenager more memorable and enjoyable. I have learnt more about "life lessons"
from going down to the park than that of any lesson at school. I know that some people
leave a mess but if the council provided more facilities to dispose of our rubbish in more
convenient locations, maybe there would be less of a mess the following Saturday morning.
I'm not encouraging the dangers of drinking in excess especially underage but not much can
be done to prevent this, in many cases, people learn from their mistakes. Since I can
remember, at the end of the exams in yr 11, the whole year congregates to celebrate five
years of secondary education. I cant see the problem with this so please, keep the
complaining to a minimum, we are only enjoying our youth.
MB
Posted Monday, November 17, 2003
Despite now studying at Aberystwyth I am still at heart a resident of Knowle. in
response to Gemma's problem with the local chemist I have this to say. Its not you
personally but actually quite a lot of Knowles youth are seen as yobs this is partially
due to the way that they treat older people as old fogies. If you want respect you will
have to earn it. A good way to do this is to start helping in the community. See the
church and local council for ways to get involved.
Sara Kay
Posted Friday, November 7, 2003
Hey I love Knowle, and we all know each other because it's so small which I love!
Knowle has a great history. But as a teenager myself, I don't like the way some of the
older residents sometimes look upon me and my friends as juveniles when we have just as
much right as them to be around Knowle and we don't do anything wrong. And some of the
staff in the chemist are extremely rude!!
Gemma
Posted Wednesday, October 8, 2003
Can someone tell me where the policing is for the "alcohol prohibited" area
in jobs close park, I think the situation with youths drinking alcohol in the park late at
night is getting out of hand.
Can anyone tell me why we have park rangers, when one can walk through jobs close park
every Saturday morning and fin the area by the kids playground totally strewn with empty
beer cans and alcohol bottles.
Di
Posted Sunday, September 28, 2003
Dorridge Cantonese delivers to Knowle but we cant find their website. mmmmm.....
If only there was a quick and easy way to do this, what do you think Miss Green?
Mike
Posted Wednesday, May 14, 2003
I would recommend signing up to 4th Knowle sea scouts as I am one myself. There are
lot's of activities to keep you from boredom.
Sea Scout
Posted Monday, April 14, 2003
No body delivers takeaway pizza to Knowle.
Jo n Becky
Reply Posted Wednesday, July 9, 2003
Jo n Becky... I think you'll find Papa John's (on Lode Lane I think) deliver pizza's to
Knowle.
DeeG
Posted Monday, March 17, 2003
My G/Grandmother (VINES) was brought up in a cottage by a towpath at Bentley Heath.
Her brother Charlie Vines lived there for many years, working at the Drum&
Monkey until the 1950's (Aged About80) he also kept prize winning pigs. Does any one
remember him or the family?
Pam Fleetwood
Posted Friday, February 28, 2003
I agree with Mark. Knowle has a fantastic history but we have to look to the future
generations as well... I love Knowle
Paul Findlay
Posted 14 March 2002
I think it's about time the council spent money on updating the play area/equipment in
Knowle Park - Jobs Close, the state of which is poor.
Dee
Posted 30 October 2001
From viewing the web page on our local area it appears very historic, traditional and
formal. Why not consider the younger market in the region and perhaps include recreational
activities, for example, Knowle park, Knowle and Dorridge cricket club, Knowle youth
centre etc? It's as if Knowle and Dorridge only have to offer churches and lovely high
streets with small shops. I'm not stating that this is bad, in fact it is important to
conserve our heritage, but it would be nice to see the future of Knowle and Dorridge to.
Mark Pow
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The picture postcard view which greets drivers passing
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connection! The author, John Wyndham, one of the greatest names in science fiction
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