Meeting
People |
Solihull
Reunions
Use this page to get in touch with old friends or colleagues from the Solihull area - Reunions
Area 4 Ladies Circle
Area 4 Ladies Circle - If you're 18-45 and looking for fun
and friendship then look no further than Area 4 Ladies Circle for
whatever we do, we have fun doing it!! Area 4 Ladies Circle is made
up of 7 Circles in the West Midlands namely : Bromsgrove, Coleshill
& District, Droitwich Spa, Hall Green, Knowle & Dorridge, Moseley
and Shirley, (groups are also in process of setting up in Atherstone,
Redditch, Sutton and Tamworth) - thus wherever you live in the West
Midlands there will be a Circle near you. So, if you're looking to
have fun, make new friends and try new activities - visit
http://groups.msn.com/LadiesCircleArea4 or phone 0121 733 6794
for more information.
Babes and Briefcase
A networking group for parents who juggle meeting monthly in both
Birmingham and Solihull. We meet to make new contacts but also to
raise money for charity. For further information please visit the
website.
Email:
Info@babesandbriefcase.co.uk
Website:
www.babesandbriefcase.co.uk
Balsall Common and Berkswell Community Website
News, views, sport, events and humour for people of Balsall Common
and Berkswell. Offers the chance for locals to join in through the
forums or by submitting their own articles for inclusion.
Email: admin@balsallcom.com
Website: www.balsallcom.com
Barston Young Farmers Club
Barston YFC is for 10 to 26 year olds who have an interest in the countryside or just want
to meet new people. We meet every Tuesday at Barston Memorial Hall
at 8:00pm for talks activities and social events. You don't have to
be a farmer to join!
Chairman -
Jo Hayward
Secretary -
Jen
Forrester
www.barstonyfc.org.uk
Birmingham IVC - Multi Activity Social and Sports Club
Birmingham IVC is a friendly non-profit making multi-activity club
that organises a wide range of social, cultural, leisure and
sporting activities. Based in Birmingham, the club has a membership
covering the West Midlands, Warwickshire, Worcestershire and South
Staffordshire areas. We have a very active weekends away and
holidays programme. Contact Peter Howe, Membership Secretary on 0121
373 3332
Email:
membership@birminghamivc.org
www.birminghamivc.org
Crowning Years Luncheon Club
'Where over 55's meet to enjoy good company, food and
friendship'. We meet at St. Helen's Church Hall, St. Helen's Road,
Solihull. 12 noon every other Thursday. Occasional after-lunch
speakers and musical interludes etc. £7 per head (includes 2
course meal & tea or coffee). For further information call
Kath on 0121 705 0656. Advanced booking essential. Crowning Years
Luncheon Club is organised by The King's Church, Solihull
www.kingschurchsolihull.org.uk
Gingerbread (Solihull)
A self-help group for lone parents and their children meet every Friday from 7.15pm to
9.00pm at St. Margaret's Church, Old Warwick Road (just off Warwick Road, near to Olton
Station), Solihull. Opportunity to meet and make friends with other parents and
children, with play activities for children of all ages. For further details
telephone 0121 605 7016
www.solihull-online.com/gb.htm
Solihull and Meriden Green Party
The Green Party is for people who believe that politics is
failing to address the social and environmental issues society is
currently facing. The Green Party believes in quality of life
rather than simple economics as a measure of society's health.
Email:
info@solihullgreenparty.org.uk
www.solihullgreenparty.org.uk
GYGL is a lesbian & gay youth group for the youth (under 25) of Solihull, for
anyone who wants to meet people like themselves. The aim of the group is to provide
friendship, support and a safe place to be yourself. GYGL provides free coffee & tea,
trips out, music and information on all aspects of gay life, including how to remain safe.
Due to homophobia we are currently unable to make details of where we meet publicly
available, but for more information call THT in Coventry on 024 7622 4090. There is soon
to be a youth group in the north of Solihull and there is currently one that meets in
Coventry, both contactable on the above number.
Email gygl@dsl.pipex.com
I have just noticed this site and I think it's great. The GYGL (Solihull) group is closed
at the moment (we have no building), but the second group in Chelmsley Wood is now
running.
For those who would like information call 024 7622 9292 or e-mail Charlie on Charliet@thtmidlands.org.uk
Heart of England Speakers Club
Improve your ability to speak effectively in public by learning in a friendly supportive
environment among peers who also want improve their public speaking skills. Learn by
practice and from receiving constructive feedback from fellow members. This club is one of
the thousands of "Toastmasters International" clubs established around the
world.
www.heartspeakers.org.uk
Knowle Society
Established to maintain the character of the village, the Society holds regular
meetings, local walks and social events.
Telephone 01564 77 5887
Knowle & Dorridge Rotary Club
Club meets Mondays at the Greswolde Hotel, Knowle. Visitors are made very welcome
and interesting speakers will inform and entertain you.
www.knowlerotary.co.uk
Knowle Scottish Country Dance Club
Knowle United Reform Church Hall, Station Road, Knowle
Dancing every Thursday 7.45pm until 10.30 pm. All are welcome, with or without a partner.
Contact: 01564 776919
www.solihull-online.com/kscdc.htm
Ladies Allsorts
Ladies Allsorts organises social events and
activities for Solihull women to enjoy. Ladies Allsorts social group
has members of all ages and all situations; from single to married,
divorced to widowed, children to grand-children...it really is
allsorts. Whatever age you are Ladies Allsorts gives you the
opportunity to enjoy social events with friendly females. Visit
www.ladiesallsorts.co.uk for
more information. There are always new members joining the group, so
you will always get to meet different people and don’t need to worry
about being the ‘new girl’!
Ladies Circle
Could your life use a little livening up??????
Want an opportunity to escape from the ironing, the children and the
husband twice a month? Well with us you
can...............................
Ladies Circle (Area 4) are looking for new members, we are a Fun
Organisation for Woman aged 18-45. We don't discriminate in any way
and whether you're a full time accountant, shop assistant, housewife
or student as long as you want to have fun you are welcome to come
along. Its not expensive to join, there is no uniform and you get
the opportunity to meet hundreds of new friends and take part in
experiences you never thought you would try. Gone are the days
of afternoon tea & cake making its about Fun Friendship and trying
something new ....................... And the best thing about
all of this is its only for us GIRLS. Interested in
giving it a go, drop me an e-mail
samcowley-1@tiscali.co.uk
. You wont know until you try
Ladies Who Socialise
Are you a Lady who wants to socialise? Are you a lady who wants to
enjoy life? A lady who wants to enjoy fabulous outings with a hint
of glamour? A lady who wants to do fun things with like-minded
women? Then you need Ladies Who Socialise! We provide a ready-made
social life for you to enjoy as an individual woman, with
like-minded ladies. If you want to bring friends you can, but most
ladies come on their own and make the most of the fabulous company
provided by the other members!
Email:
info@ladieswhosocialise.com
www.ladieswhosocialise.com
Lions Clubs Balsall Common ·
Knowle and Dorridge · Shirley · Solihull
Lions are members of Lions Clubs International, a community service organisation
dedicated to the idea that the men and women who live in a community are in the best
position to know who needs help and why. Local Clubs are part of the world's largest such
organisation, with 1.4 million members serving in more than 180 countries and areas. The
association is both non-political and non-sectarian.
www.lions105m.org.uk
Olton Royal British Legion
Based in Masons Way, Olton (opposite McDonalds). We are open 7
days a week, have live entertainment, community and private
functions, open days etc see website for full details.
Email address:
enquiries@orbl.org.uk
www.orbl.org.uk
Prince's Trust
The Prince's Trust Team is for enthusiastic 16-25 year olds who
would like to meet new people and improve their personal skills over
a twelve week development programme. Throughout the programme you
will work towards a City and Guilds qualification. During the course
you will spend a week away on residential and get the chance to work
with the local community. The Prince's Trust Programme is well
recognised by employers nationally and can help get your life
working. Don't hesitate to find out more. Do it why you can!!!!
www.princes-trust.org.uk
RAF ASSOCIATION SOLIHULL BRANCH
The Solihull Branch of the RAF Association is looking for new
members to join them. RAFA is a membership of serving and former
members of RAF and those with an interest in aviation. We meet every
first Thursday of the month at the Royal British Legion Club,
Shirley. We have a very varied programme throughout the year,
together with the monthly Amble and Luncheon Club. If you are
interested in joining the branch contact Ken Jarvis on 0121 744 5116
for details.
Royal British Legion (Chelmsley Wood)
The club premises are at: Clopton Crescent, Chelmsley Wood, Birmingham, B37 6QT
The club is open seven days a week between 7.00pm and 11.00pm, and Saturday, Sunday and
Monday lunch-times between 12.00 noon and 3.00pm. The Branch Welfare Services are
available to all ex-service people living in our catchment area, whether they are members
or not. The club premises have recently undergone a major refurbishment, providing an
excellent venue to relax, meet your friends and colleagues and catch up on all the news
and views. New members are always welcome, especially ex-service men and women. So why not
come along and meet us, or give us a call on 0121 770 1793 (club number during opening
hours) to get YOUR membership application form.
Sans Souci Speakers Club
Sans Souci Speakers Club offers you the opportunity to learn and practise skills to enable
you to express yourself clearly and persuasively.
Email:
sanssoucienquiries@orange.net
www.sanssoucispeakers.co.uk
Shelly Farm Community Centre
Farmhouse Way, Monkspath, Solihull.
Opened in 1994, the Centre offers a wide variety of groups and
activities for
all ages and abilities. The Centre is also available at the weekend for
daytime
private hire. The Centre is a registered charity and also arranges
various
community events which are open to members of the public.
For more information contact 0121 744 0253
or email mary.ayres@talk21.com
Shirley Centre - Events
Details regular meetings and events at the Shirley Centre
www.solihull-online.com/shirleyc.htm
Shirley Ladies Circle
If you're 18-45 and looking for fun and friendship then look no further than Shirley
Circle for whatever we do, we have fun doing it!!
For example, ten pin bowling, cinema trips, golf, swimming, tobogganing, rock climbing and
meeting at the Moat House for a meal, a chance to catch up on everyone's news and look
forward to future events.
www.solihull-online.com/sls.htm
Shirley Round Table
Shirley Round Table is for guys between the ages of 18 and 45. We meet the 2nd and 4th
Thursdays each month and have a host of other activities in between. Having a keen family
focus, Shirley Ladies Circle (for girls between 18 and 45) are our close ally and there
are numerous joint events. why not contact Gary Smith on 07958 509562 and find out what
you are missing. For more information about Round Table visit our website at www.roundtable.org.uk
Solihull 18 Plus Group
Established for 21 years the group provides social and recreational activities for adults
aged 18 to 35. Meetings held every Wednesday at Silhill Football Club, Sharmans Cross Road
from 8pm
/www.18plus.org.uk
Solihull South Asian Group
Welcome to the group of South Asians living in Solihull, Birmingham
UK. We are all far away from our loved ones. This group tries to
bring all Asians together making us a bit closer to whatever we left
behind. We host regular family oriented events for festivals, etc
Email:
solihull-sag@yahoogroups.co.uk
Solihull Business Club
In business? Interested in meeting like minded people? We hold regular informal meetings
at 8pm on the first Wednesday of each month
www.solihullbusinessclub.org.uk
Solihull Conservatives
emailaddress:
office@solihullconservatives.org.uk
www.solihullconservatives.org.uk
SIN (Solihull Independant Networkers)
Networking event for local businesses. Meet every other Thursday
from 7.00 a.m. until 8.30 a.m. at Shirley Golf Club, Stratford Road,
Shirley. Friendly group of people doing business and passing
referrals within the group. Come along and join us for breakfast.
Email:
gaynor@gaynorbullerclinic.co.uk
www.solihullsin.net
Solihull Leisure Opportunities
Solihull based charity providing social and leisure opportunities
for people with learning difficulties
Email:
info@solihullsolo.co.uk
www.solihullsolo.co.uk
Solihull & Meriden Labour Party
Covers the Borough of Solihull.
Contact: The Secretary c/o 18 Queens Avenue, Shirley, Solihull, B90
2NT
Solihull Methodist Youth Website
The web site includes information on Rainbows, Beavers, Brownies,
Cubs, Guides, Scouts, Kabila, Junior Badminton and Junior Church.
For more details on any of the above activities, please call the
Church Office on 0121 705 7367 or contact Richard Bates
Email:
richard.bates@solihull-methodist.org.uk
www.solihull-methodist.org.uk
Solihull Municipal Club
Sports and Social Club, Brick Kiln Lane (off Widney Lane) Solihull
Club provides Social and sports activities including Bowls (outdoor,
rink green), cricket with emphasis on coaching for young players,
football, snooker with coaching for young players, darts, & Ladies
Keep-fit Section. Families welcome. Children's events and Christmas
Party/pantomime. Quiz Nights. Large
function Room available for parties and family celebrations.
(details from Club Manager Peter Parsons) Associate membership
available. Annual subscription £25 per annum (incl. vat). Council
staff membership £12 per annum ( £1 monthly deducted from salary) membership
applications invited from Solihull Police personnel, Fire and
ambulance services subscriptions £12 per annum.
Contacts: Club 0121 705 1192 Club Secretary 0121 441 4567
Email:
solmuniclub@blueyonder.co.uk
Solihull Reading Group
A new reading group is looking for members to discuss informally
and share their thoughts on novels. All people welcome
regardless of age, education or preferred genres. If you are
interested please contact Matthew on 07984 665870
Email:
SolihullReadingGroup@hotmail.com
Solihull Rotaserve
30-40 social, fund raising, sport, community, cinema and more!
http://users.eggconnect.net/rotaserv/solih/index.htm
Solihull Round Table
Welcome to a Great Time. Isn't it about time that you found yourself
another release valve and found some new & exciting ways of having
fun? Everything you do in Round table brings enjoyment, most of all
it's always fun! The things that you can do are truly varied:
paint balling, sailing, formal dinners, parties, BBQ's, camping, a
day at the races, hot air ballooning or even international visits.
Your only limit is your imagination. We meet twice a month on
a pre-designed night of the week. For further details please contact
Nigel on 07968 476757 or view our web site. You might be missing out
on one of the best-kept secrets that isn't supposed to be one! - do
you want to continue missing out? Contact us now and we will arrange
for you to attend a meeting or event as a guest without obligation
or commitment. Go on give it a try!
www.solihullroundtable.com
Solihull Speakers Club
We offer a
relaxed, friendly environment in which to learn and practice public
speaking skills that enable you to express yourself clearly and
persuasively in any situation. Our new season of fortnightly
meetings starts on September 6th at 7:30pm at the Downing
Hall, Knowle, Solihull and we welcome speakers at all levels from
beginners to the more experienced to join us. Starting on the 20th
September we will be once again running our popular “3-session
taster course”. The taster course provides delegates with a raft of
useful communication tips and this year includes a session on how to
make PowerPoint presentations more effective. For more information
on the club or the taster course please call Mary Smith on 01564
772981, email
membership@SolihullSpeakers.co.uk or visit
www.solihullspeakers.co.uk
West Midlands 20s & 30s Walking Group
Walks range from easy local walks to mountainous walks in areas such
as the Lake District. Group also has a very active social programme.
For further information visit our website at
www.wmwg.co.uk/walks.php
Wythall Community Association
The Association is a local social club, in Silver Street, Wythall.
Its based in the local park, where there is a large family club, it
has large halls to hire out, for any event. It also holds many
different events daily. In the autumn, a Carnival is held in the
park. In winter, a bonfire night is held. For 2004, the entry is
free. Come along with the family and friends and have fun. Contact
me on 0121 430 7467 and ask for Paul. Email:
marpul@onetel.com
www.wythallpark.org.uk |
Youth Groups |
1st Dorridge Brownies
Award winning Brownies site for Dorridge girls
http://www.firstdorridgebrownies.org.uk/
1st Knowle Scout Group
Our Scout Group meets every Wednesday and take part in a range of activities in and around
our Headquarters. The website will be updated weekly to provide recent info and news.
To Join call: Cubs & Beavers 01564 77798 or Scouts 07970 406353
www.1stknowlescouts.co.uk
1st Monkspath Scout Group
The Scout Section at 1st. Monkspath is open to both boys and girls between the ages of 10
and a half and 15 and a half years. Meetings take place on Monday evenings from 7.15 until
9.15 PM
www.1stmonkspath.co.uk
1st Shirley Scout Group
The uniformed side is open to youngsters between the ages of 6 to 20 and splits into
sections Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Ventures. Scouting is now open to both boys and girls
http://1stshirley.org.uk
2nd Balsall Common Cub Scouts
2nd Balsall Common Cub Scouts meet every Tuesday during school term
time at the Methodist Church Hall, Station Road, Balsall Common.
Meetings commence at 19:10 and finish 20:30
Email: akela@balsallcubs.com
www.balsallcubs.com
2nd Earlswood Guide Company
We meet on Wednesday nights (term time only) from 7pm - 9pm at the George VI memorial Hall
in Hockley Heath. We are a very active group who enjoy camping and activity holidays.
Please call 01564 70 3268 and speak to Val, if you would like to come along and see what
we are up to one night.
3rd Olton Rainbows
3rd Olton Rainbows meet on Wednesdays at Brackleys Way Guide
Headquarters. Members are girls aged between 5 and 7 years old. They
than go onto one of the Brownie Packs who meet at the same site. We
have Brownies on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and Guides on
Tuesdays and Thursdays.
4th Knowle Sea Scouts
The group was formed in 1975 to give young people in the area a chance to join a Sea-Scout
Troop rather than just a normal Scout troop
www.knowleseascouts.org.uk.
2nd Olton Scout Troop
We are committed to ensure all children have access to what 2nd Olton Scout Troop has to
offer. We know more than anyone how much more there is to do, but we believe that Scouting
has made significant inroads into building for the future.
Berkswell Scout Group
We cater for ages 6 to 18 with very active programmes for Beavers,
Cubs, Scouts & Explorer Scouts. Contact Group Scout Leader -
Bob Tabb on 01564 774002 or email
robert.tabb@blueyonder.co.uk
www.coventryscouts.org.uk
Castle Bromwich Youth Parish Council
www.castle brom.com
Castle Bromwich Youth Parish Council
Become a voice for young people in Castle Bromwich. The council has
similar powers as the full Parish Council. So contact the office on
0121 747 6503 or email
counciloffice@castlebromwichpc.gov.uk
www.castlebromwichpc.gov.uk
Cheswick Green Boys Brigade
Contact Dianne Roberts 01564 200043
Dubarrie School of Dance
Classes for ballet, tap and jazz. From 3 years of age to senior.
Held at Light Hall School, Hathaway Road, Shirley on Tuesday 4.45 to
9.30 depending on age. Grade and Medal examination, show work.
Telephone: 0121 744 1422 Email:
dubarrie@hotmail.com
Fame Performing Arts School
Drama, dance and singing for children aged between 3 and 16 at St
James School in Shirley every Saturday during term time. Holiday
workshops during most School Holidays
Email: fame.school@btconnect.com
www.fameschool.org.uk
Jo Jingles - Music & Movement
Weekly music & movement sessions for pre-school children from 6
months to 4 years. Action songs, nursery rhymes, percussion
instruments, and lots of fun! For further information on local
classes contact Karen Clark on 0121 258 1229.
Email:
jojingles_solihull@hotmail.com
Website: www.jojingles.co.uk
St. Augustines Rainbows (Guides)
Rainbow guides are aged between 5-7yrs, we meet on Wednesdays from 4.30-5.30pm at St.
Francis Church Hall, Cornyx Lane, Solihull.
The Sea Cadets
The National Sea Cadets web site - A National Youth Organisation for Boys and Girls
aged 12-18. In sea cadets you can do power boating,
cook/steward, communication, sailing, swimming, pulling, canoeing and team activates
attended the Shirley branch and also it opens great opportunities to go away from home and
pick up a new qualifications.
www.sea-cadets.org
Solihull Methodist Youth Website
The web site includes information on Rainbows, Beavers, Brownies, Cubs, Guides, Scouts,
Kabila, Junior Badminton and Junior Church. For more details on any of the above
activities, please call the Church Office on 0121 705 7367 or contact Richard Bates on richieb77@fish.co.uk
www.solihull-methodist.org.uk
SMCA: Solihull Muslim Community Association (age 11-20)
We have a variety of activities from talks and discussions, to pizza
and quiz nights. Activities also include members of other faiths, as
we hold interfaith dialogues with Christians with different subjects
every time.
Email: usman_60@hotmail.com |
Religious
Groups |
Cheswick Green Family Church
Meets at Cheswick Green School
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Everyone is welcome to join worship services at our chapel in
Hampton Lane each Sunday at 10 a.m. The youth groups meet every
Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. For additional details contact 0121 608 3646
Email: john.mclaverty@gmail.com
www.lds.org.uk
Dickens Heath Village Church
"A village church for the 21st Century: friendly, informal, real life"
expresses the best of what the newly established DHVC seeks to be. Firmly planted in the
village with a contemporary and casual style of worship,
we're eager to be a people who credibly live the Christian message. www.dickensheathchurch.org.uk
Dorridge Methodist Church
www.dorridge-methodist.org.uk
Find a Chuch
An excellent idea that lets you find a Church in any part of the country - very well put
together but requires information from churches in this area. www.findachurch.co.uk
Kings Church Solihull
www.kingschurchsolihull.org.uk
Knowle and Dorridge Christadelphians
www.thegospelinknowle.com
Knowle Parish Church
We are a lively and growing church and our aim is to know Christ and make him known. We
hope this website helps you to discover more about us, but do get in touch if you want to
know more, or visit us for a more personal welcome.
www.knowleparishchurch.org.uk
Knowle United Reformed Church
Join us for worship on Sunday mornings at 9.30 am.
www.solihull-online.com/kurc.htm
Lyndon Methodist Church
www.lyndonmethodist.org/
Olton Baptist Church
Meets each Sunday morning, 10.30am, at Langley School, Kineton Green Road. Sunday Club for
children from crèche to 11 years, youth groups from 11+. Toddlers held at Olton United
Reformed Church, Monday mornings. Email: revhcj@xalt.co.uk
www.oltonbaptist.org
or
www.solihull-online.com/obc.htm
Our Lady of the Wayside, Shirley
Our Lady of the Wayside RC Church is a lively, modern church in Shirley, Solihull, with
many active charity projects around the world. The church is a very fine example of
Catholic churches built in this country since the Second Vatican Council 1962-65
http://welcome.to/ourlady
Potowa Buddhist Centre
Accessible Meditation classes for beginners. We teach basic non-religious meditation
techniques for a healthy and stress free life. We meet on Wednesday Evening at
7.00pm. We meet at Olton Library, 169a Warwick Road, Olton. www.solihull-online.com/pbc.htm
Renewal Christian Centre
We are a Church made up of many nations attracting over 1000 worshippers each week. We are
living in exciting days and we are so blessed by what God is doing in peoples lives.
www.renewalcc.org/church
REV!VE
REV!VE is the youth group from King's Church Solihull. REV!VE is
about bringing a relevant, appealing and active expression of faith
to the young people of Solihull. You won't be bored here! Why not
check out our website:
www.reviveyouth.net
Shirley Baptist Church
A Beacon of God's Love in the heart of Shirley, Solihull.
www.shirleybaptist.org.uk
Shirley Evangelical Church
A Family Church located in Green Lane, just over the bridge from Shirley Station. Our main
Sunday morning meeting is at 10:30.
We have a mother and toddlers group, weekly children's club and a youth club. Please visit
our web site for more information.
www.shirleyevangelical.org.uk
Solihull Hebrew Congregation
Solihull Shul is an independent Orthodox Synagogue which consists of a compact but
growing, friendly and enthusiastic Community
www.solihullshul.org
Solihull Healing Group
Solihull Healing Group is an independent group of healers offering monthly public healing
sessions in the Ash Room, The Hub, Touchwood Centre, Solihull on the third Saturday of
every month between 10am and 12 pm. All our healers are trained and members of the
National Federation of Spiritual Healers. We also offer support to individuals who wish to
develop their healing skills. We meet on the first Monday of every month at The Hub,
Touchwood Centre, Solihull from 7.30pm-10pm
Solihull Methodist Church
A family church in the Elmdon Circuit of the Birmingham District of the Methodist
Connexion and is also an active participant in the Central Solihull Fellowship of Churches
www.solihull-methodist.org.uk
Solihull Muslim Community Association
The SMCA is a vibrant active community organisation for local Muslim
and non-Muslims alike. We have regular events including Eid parties,
a youth club for boys and girls, a local interfaith group, the
children's Sunday School and lots of fundraisers, summer parties and
more! Come along to our regular Friday night meeting, St Peter's
School 6th Form at 7.30pm to find out more. Email:
gs.smca@lineone.net
www.smca.org.uk
Solihull Parish
Website
A wealth of information about the parish including an Ecumenical Who's Who, Community
Care, Parish News, Young Bytes and What's on Guide
www.solihullparish.org.uk |
Help &
Advice |
Alzheimer's
Society Solihull Branch
Support for people with dementia and their carers.
Carer Support groups at Shirley, Solihull and Chelmsley Wood.
The Alzheimer's Society is the leading UK care and research charity for people with
dementia, their families and carers.
Telephone 0121 711 1199 www.solihull-online.com/alz.htm
Birmingham / Solihull PACE
A Group for Parents/Carers of Children with Epilepsy. Anybody interested in this group can
either contact Mrs. Egan on 0121 747 7128 or by email from our webpage.
www.solihull-online.com/pace.htm
Bromford Housing Floating Support
Housing association providing tenancy and housing relating support,
aimed at promoting independence. Service funded by Supporting
People and incorporates weekly visits to provide housing and tenancy
related support with the aim of encouraging independent living.
Services provided for: young singles and generic service users
(Contact 0121 770 4172) and service users with a learning or
physical disability (contact 01926 485 370) for further information.
Email:
Bernadette.Hawthorne@bromford.co.uk
Phone: 0121 704 9936
Carers Advice Service
The Carers Advice Service offers a confidential, free, information and advice service for
carers. Carers are people who look after a relative or friend who is sick, frail or
disabled and who could not manage without their help. We offer information on getting a
break, on local support groups, on money and benefits, how to get specialist equipment,
and much more.
We are based at The Priory, Church Hill Road, Solihull and have drop-in sessions on Mon,
Thurs and Friday between 10am and 1pm, or contact us during office hours on 0121 704 3355
CASCADE
An award winning drug information service based in Solihull, gives information and advice
for young people, by young people
www.cascade.u-net.com/home2.htm
Castle Bromwich Parish Council
The Parish Council Office is open Mondays-Fridays between 9am - 1
pm. Situated at Arden Hall, Water Orton Road in Castle Bromwich.
The Parish Council is responsible for management of Arden Hall and
various open spaces and village greens within the civil parish. For
further information please telephone 0121 747 6503.
Email
counciloffice@castlebromwichpc.gov.uk
www.castlebromwichpc.gov.uk
M.E./ C.F.S. Support Group
Solihull and South Birmingham M.E. support Group is an independent,
self supporting group set up to provide support for sufferers of M.E./C.F.S.
living in the Solihull and South Birmingham area. Telephone:
0121 704 0817 or 07967 271 920
www.ssb4.me.uk
Patient & Public Involvement in Health Forums
INDEPENDENT Local forums that monitor the services provided by
Solihull & Heartlands Hospitals and Solihull Primary Care Trust.
New members welcome. One general meeting a month, other meetings as
required. Inspecton visits arranged, training and support provided
to assist members carry out their activities (networking,
sub-groups, consultations, focuc groups, etc.)
Email:
phandslip@btconnect.com
www.cppih.org
Relate 'Time For You' Youth Counselling
Relate 'Time for You' Youth Counselling provides free and
confidential counselling for young people between the ages of 10-20
in Solihull and Birmingham. For appointments and enquiries please
telephone 0121 643 1638 to speak to a member of staff.
Email:
timeforyou@relatebirmingham.co.uk
Solihull Action Through Advocacy
Add2Organisations: Solihull Action Through Advocacy offers
support to adults with learning disabilities to get their voices
heard. We work to empower our clients and support them in making
informed choices in their lives. We also support parents with
learning disabilities. Volunteers are always needed for a range of
activities. For further details on any aspect of our work, or if you
wish to volunteer please contact us on 0121 733 2434
www.solihulladvocacy.org.uk
Solihull Bereavement Counselling Service
Solihull Bereavement Counselling Service (SBCS) Provides bereavement support for the
residents of the Borough of Solihull. Please contact Telephone 0121 424 5103 or email solihullbcs@aol.com
SBCS is a registered Charity 578753
Solihull Borough Childminding Association
SBCMA Helps parents in choose a qualified professional childminder that matches your
childcare needs
www.sbcma.org.uk
Solihull Council for Voluntary Service
Solihull Council for Voluntary Service (SCVS) provides support,
promotion and development of voluntary and community activity in the
whole of the Solihull Borough. SCVS, by mutual agreement, is able
to help recruit volunteers on behalf of local organisations. SCVS
provides information and advice about funding matters and funding
sources. SCVS is registered as an umbrella body with the Criminal
Records Bureau for the purpose of handling 'police checks'. SCVS
also produces a Directory of Local Organisations. We are located in
The Priory, Church Hill Road, Solihull - 0121 704 1619.
Email:
voluntaryservice@btconnect.com
www.solihull-cvs.org.uk
Solihull Healing Group
www.solihullhealers.co.uk
Solihull Heart Support
An active group of former heart patients who provide support to other heart patients in
the Solihull area. We aim to help heart patients lead a near normal life. We are
affiliated to the BHF
www.solihullheartsupport.org.uk
Solihull Neighbourhood Watch
These pages tell you about The Neighbourhood Watch scheme operating in the Solihull
"Sector E" area of Shirley, Monkspath and Cheswick Green
www.neighbourhoodwatch.net/local/solihull
Solihull Samaritans
Samaritans provides confidential emotional support, 24 hours a day
for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair,
including those which may lead to suicide. You don't have to be
suicidal to contact us. We are here for you if you're worried about
something, feel upset or confused, or you just want to talk to
someone. There are many ways to contact us - you can ring 0121 704
5255 or 08457 90 90 90, email
jo@samaritans.org, write to Chris, PO Box 90 90, Stirling, FK8
2SA or visit the centre at Station Approach, SOLIHULL, West
Midlands, B91 1LE (usually open between 8am and 10pm but if you ring
0121 704 2255 beforehand we can ensure there will be someone there
to meet you.) If you need someone to talk to, please contact us
today.
www.samaritans.org.uk/cgi-bin/w_displaycentre.cgi?bcode=SOLIH
Solihull Sports Club for the Disabled
C/O Sandra Wild, 49 Scott Road, Olton, Solihull.
Telephone 0121 707 2579 Email: wild@bunch49.freeserve.co.uk
Solihull Victim Support
Solihull Victim Support offer emotional support, practical advise,
and assistance with criminal injuries compensation claims to
residents of the Solihull area who have been affected by crime. The
core of our services is run by specially trained volunteers, our
service is free and confidential. If you have been affected by
crime and would like our assistance, or you're interested in
volunteering we can be contacted at: 353 Stratford Road, Shirley,
Solihull B90 3BW or telephone 0121 745 7400.
Windmills Pre-School Playgroup
Established in the 1970s. We are a member of the Pre-School Learning Alliance which is a
voluntary organisation providing support and guidance for Pre-School groups nationwide.
The group is owned and managed by the Dorridge Methodist Church. The day-to-day running of
the group is in the hands of the experienced staff. We also have a parents' group who help
with fundraising and social events.
www.windmills.org.uk |
Hobbies and
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Arden Bridge Club
Meet Tuesday and Thursday at 7pm At Shirley Institute Shirley.
Bridge Lessons for beginners Tuesdays evenings and Friday Mornings
Email:
Bill@wdgjones.wanadoo.co.uk
http://ardenbridge.tripod.com
Central Stage School Adult
Dance Class
Adult Dance Class. 30 minutes Tap and 30 minutes Modern. Held at
Olton Friary Church Hall. Monday Evening 7pm-8pm. Beginners and
Intermediates Welcome. Come and have some fun!
Email:
info@centralstageschool.co.uk
www.centralstageschool.co.uk
Heart of England Way Association
Walking Group with special interest in maintaining and promoting the
Heart of England Way (100 miles) and The Arden Way (26 miles)
centred on Warwickshire. At least two guided walks a month many in
the "Arden Forest area" - details contained on the web site or by e
mail from the walks secretary. web site :
www.heartofenglandway.org
contact e-mail to :
walks@heartofenglandway.org Chairman Graham Rothery
tel 0870 199 9536
Knowle Astronomical Society
A new Astronomical Society formed in Knowle. Monthly lectures, occasional trips and 'star
parties'. www.knowleastro.freeserve.co.uk
Knowle Dog Training Club
The aims of the Club are to further all forms of dog training and to promote positive dog
care practices in Knowle.
www.kdtc.org.uk
Model Railway Circle
Solihull Model Railway Circle Web Site includes links to other modelling sites as well as
a current record of exhibitors to other previous shows.
www.electriclemon.co.uk/smrc
Midland Paranormal Investigations
A non-profit and professional group of serious paranormal
investigators that research ghosts, hauntings and poltergeists in
and around Birmingham, Solihull and the Midlands, all team members
have been trained in modern scientific methods to investigate and
research the above mentioned phenomena.
All our services are free of charge for anyone that requires our
assistance.
Email:
mark@midlandparanormal.co.uk
www.midlandparanormal.co.uk
North Arden Local History Society
The Society meets on the second Thursday of each month in the Spencer Lounge Bar at Arden
Hall, Water Orton Road, Castle Bromwich.
www.solihull-online.com/nalhs.htm
Olton Tavern Bowling Club
The sport of crown green bowling has been practised at the rear of the Olton Tavern public
house, for almost 50 years.
www.users.globalnet.co.uk/~hoz/otavern
The Ramblers' Association is Britain's biggest walking organisation with almost 140,000
members across England, Scotland and Wales and hundreds of affiliated walking and rambling
clubs. As well as organising walking events and publishing a walking magazine
www.ramblers.org.uk
Shirley & Lucas Chess Club
Meets 7.30 Thursdays (and most Mondays) at Wythall Community
Association & Club, Silver Lane, Wythall. For more information
Contact Gordon Christie on 01564 826354. Email:
gsgc@shirleychess.co.uk
www.shirleychess.co.uk
Shirley Pipe Band
Based In the Heart Of Shirley. The Band meets up twice a week to
practice. We perform at all types of events around the Midlands and
further when required. We are always looking for new members... See
the website for more details
Email:
secretary@shirleypipeband.com
www.shirleypipeband.com
Silhill Bridge Club
The club runs both Duplicate and Rubber Bridge sections. Duplicate is played on Monday and
Thursday nights, Rubber on Wednesday afternoon and Saturday evenings. Contact
John Adams - Telephone 01564 782232
www.solihull-online.com/sbc.htm
Solihull Amateur Radio Society
The society supports and encourages all aspects of Amateur Radio. Whilst the membership is
largely made up of licensed Radio Amateurs from the Solihull area, all are welcome.
Short-wave listeners, aspiring transmitting amateurs and anyone with an interest in
the technology of radio communication are especially invited to come along. Meetings are
held at The Shirley Centre, 274 Stratford Road, Shirley, Solihull on the third Thursday
evening each month.
http://homepages.which.net/~r_a.hancock/sars.htm
Solihull Archaeological Group
Meets monthly for talks on world-wide archaeology plus day and weekend visits. Also
conducts excavations, most recently at Knowle Hall. Hon Sec Michael Townsend 0121 706 9308
http://mysite.freeserve.com/solihullarchaeology
Solihull Chess Club
Solihull Chess Club has existed since 1947 and meets every Wednesday at 7.00 pm. We play
in two different chess leagues and also run both an internal club championship and
informal tournaments
www.shurrockd.freeserve.co.uk
Solihull Model Railway Circle
The Solihull Model Railway Circle was founded in Olton in 1951,
making it one of the oldest model railway clubs in the Midlands, and
it is still active today.
The clubs objective is to share and improve knowledge and skills
between the members, to produce scenic model railway layouts in
different scales and formats and to exhibit to the general public.
The existing members are of widely varying ages, skills and
interests, from beginners to veterans. Within the club there are
members with experience in loft layouts, baseboard building, track
laying, electrics, signalling, locomotive and rolling stock
building, detailing and weathering, model engineering, scenery,
architectural modelling and civil and military road vehicle
modelling.
The club owns two layouts, with plans for more. The main one is
Cherwell, which is a scenic OO gauge, 26 feet 6 inches by 10 feet 6
inches, four track mainline with an integral branch line.
Email:
chairman@solihullmrc.org
www.solihullmrc.org
Solihull Mountaineering Club
Mountaineering, climbing, walking and other outdoor activites.
http://www.solihullmc.org.uk
Solihull Scrapaholic Club
Lots of photographs but not quite sure what to do with them? Scrap
them! Scrapbooking is the fastest growing craft that involves
showcasing your favourite photos using archival techniques and
papers that are acid and lignin-free. Meeting once a month on a
Saturday afternoon, come and learn a new technique, try a club kit
or simply scrap and crop your favourite photos. Interested? Contact
Audrey on 0121 6942613 for more information or email
audrey@scrapaholic.co.uk
www.scrapaholic.co.uk
Stamp Domain -
Solihull Philatelic Society
The Solihull society was founded in 1970 and meetings are held at the Solihull Cricket and
Tennis Club in Marsh Lane every Tuesday from on the first Tuesday in September until the
end of April.
www.stampdomain.com/solihull
Vintage Trains
Vintage Trains runs steam trains on the Railtrack main line system including the
Shakespeare Express to places of interest using locomotives based at the Birmingham
Railway Museum in Tyseley.
www.vintagetrains.co.uk
Wagging Tails Dog Training
Positive kind training for puppies and dogs. We use clicker training in all
our classes. 1 to 1 training for problem dogs. Day time classes are held at Cheswick Green
Village Hall.
www.waggingtails.co.uk
West Midland Bird Club (Solihull Branch)
The West Midland Bird Club has been serving birdwatchers and
ornithologists in the four English counties of Staffordshire,
Warwickshire, Worcestershire and the Metropolitan West Midlands
since 1929.
Email:
solihull@westmidlandbirdclub.com
www.westmidlandbirdclub.com/solihull/index.htm
West Midlands 20s & 30s Walking Group
Walks range from easy local walks to mountainous walks in areas such
as the Lake District. Group also has a very active social programme.
Email: enquiries@wmwg.co.uk
www.wmwg.co.uk/
Wythall History Society
Started by Val Lewis after a preliminary meeting at Wythall Library in June 1993. As a
television and newspaper journalist and lecturer, who had done research into the area and
its people, she found that a number of like minded people were keen to find out more about
this ancient village’s history, and that very little printed information was
available.
www.wythallhistory.co.uk
Yardley and District Rambling Club
We have a programme of walks varying between 7 and 10 miles, on
alternate Sundays, in different areas of the Midland countryside.
For further information please visit our website.
http://mysite.wanadoo-members.co.uk/ydrc/index.html |
Ecology and
Wildlife |
British Waterways
Excellent site detailing the Grand Union and Stratford canals plus Earlswood Lakes
www.britishwaterways.co.uk
Council for the Protection of Rural England - CPRE
More than any other body, CPRE Warwickshire has worked to maintain the difference between
town and country, preventing the worst excesses of urban sprawl. Contact Mrs D. Tracey
01676 535934
National website www.cpre.org.uk
English Heritage
The Government's lead body for the historic environment in England. Responsible for
protecting the best of this country's unique legacy of historic buildings, landscapes and
archaeological sites for the benefit of this and future generations.
www.english-heritage.org.uk
Friends of Knowle Park
Society
Established to provide a focal point for activities in support of Knowle (Jobs Close) Park
- a very significant local amenity used by & affecting thousands of local residents
& potentially threatened by adverse development plans.
Emailaddress: knowlepark@hotmail.com
Website: http://www.knowlepark.co.uk
Friends of the Earth - Birmingham
Friends of the Earth exists to protect and improve the conditions for life on Earth, now
and for the future.
www.birminghamfoe.org.uk
Heart of England Organic Gardeners
A local group for people interested in the environment, organic
growing and food, covering Warwickshire, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield
and surrounding areas. We meet regularly to visit gardens and
farms, listen to speakers and share ideas. For more details look at
the website or contact Ross Taylor on 01926 852135. Email:
nfo@heog.org.uk
www.heog.org.uk
The Ramblers' (Solihull Group)
The Group was formed in 1987 and has a Membership of nearly 400 drawn from the Solihull
post code area. New members are very welcome. We walk weekly on Saturdays or Sundays with
an extra Tuesday ramble during each month. In the Summer months a few short evening walks
are also included. 15 to 30 Members usually join us on these walks.
Contact Secretary -Shiela Woolley 0121 705 5753
Footpath Secretary - E-mail
solihull.ramblers@btinternet.com
Website:
http://solihullramblers.iccommunities.co.uk/
Solihull RSPB Members Group
Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month from September through to May at
the Oliver Bird Hall, Church Hill Road, Solihull starting at 7.30 p.m. The group also
organises half day local bird watching walks and full-day coach trips to more distant
venues. Non-RSPB members are welcome at all events. For full details of the group
and its activities please contact John Roberts on 0121 707 3101
www.solihull-online.com/rspb.htm
Warwickshire Wildlife Trust
The leading Local environmental charity. we protect wildlife and natural places throughout
Warwickshire, Coventry and Solihull so that we can all enjoy it today and for generations
to come. We meet locally at the W.I. Hall, Union Road, Solihull. Contact Ron Hill 0121 705
1429
www.warwickshire-wildlife-trust.org.uk
West Midlands 20s & 30s Walking Group
Walks range from easy local walks to mountainous walks in areas such as the Lake
District. Group also has a very active social programme.
For further information visit our website at www.wmwg.fsnet.co.uk |
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