Calling all nature explores, this Summer join us at the gardens as we go on a minibeast safari. What to expect? We will exploring ponds and minibeasts, try your hand at pond dipping, hunt for minibeasts, learn to be a frog, play games and much more. This session is entirely outdoors and is suitable for…
Messy, Creative, Nature Fun Get crafty with us this Summer by letting your imagination run wild and creating some awesome clay creations, creepy crawlies, hedgehogs or maybe even an enchanted forest elf? All using nature's original play dough... Clay What to expect This session is entirely outdoors - please dress accordingly. Please arrive 10 minutes…
Wild Child Den building Embrace your inner wild child this Summer by joining us in a Den building workshop, gather your materials, then build your own den or shelter, find out if your den can survive the elements with our rain test at the end. What to expect This session is entirely outdoors .…
Family Bushcraft session workshop Summer Family bushcraft workshop, Join us for an family friendly introduction to bushcraft, including, shelter building, fire lighting, and much more will be covered in these workshop. Test yourself against the elements and learn bushcraft skills this summer. What to expect This session is entirely outdoors - please dress accordingly This…
Wild Child Den building Embrace your inner wild child this Summer by joining us in a Den building workshop, gather your materials, then build your own den or shelter, find out if your den can survive the elements with our rain test at the end. What to expect This session is entirely outdoors .…
A series of informal walks with our Head Gardener: find out what is happening in the Gardens in Spring, Summer, & Autumn. Join Denise, our Head Gardener, for an informal walk around the Gardens, explore the colours of each season and have a chance to ask questions about the plants, how we care for them…
Messy, Creative, Nature Fun Get crafty with us this Summer by letting your imagination run wild and creating some awesome clay creations, creepy crawlies, hedgehogs or maybe even an enchanted forest elf? All using nature's original play dough... Clay What to expect This session is entirely outdoors - please dress accordingly. Please arrive 10 minutes…
Occasional informal walks that will explore the general history of these eighteenth-century gardens. Booking advised. Can take walk-up Join Jack, for a gentle meander around these historic rescued Baroque Gardens. From the Hall to the hornbeam, have the chance to explore their unique history, how we use them today and how they fit into our…
A free performance of Fairy Tales of Chelmsley Wood by Fresh Air Theatre. The Chelmsley Tale is sharing to audiences across Solihull the fairy tales associated with the origins of Chelmsley Wood. Meet characters such as Chelmund and the Woodlings, discover mischievous forest sprites and hear about the battle of the river Cole. This piece…
Learn from the expert: Getting the best photos of these magnificent animals - inflight and portraitsPhotographing Falconry WorkshopAre you a photography enthusiast looking for a unique experience?Look no further than our Photographing Falconry Workshop!The welcome return of Mercer Falconry experts will take you and your camera on an unforgettable photography trip with some of the…
A Sunday afternoon tour of the Gardens meeting Birds of Prey along the way. Meet Dan Mercer, a falconer and consevationist. Dan is full of enthusiasm and amazing knowledge about british and world birds of prey. Join him on this upclose and fascinating walk around the Gardens on Sunday afternoon.. You'll come away full of…
Calling all nature explores, this Summer join us at the gardens as we go on a minibeast safari. What to expect? We will exploring ponds and minibeasts, try your hand at pond dipping, hunt for minibeasts, learn to be a frog, play games and much more. This session is entirely outdoors and is suitable for…
Wild Child Den building Embrace your inner wild child this Summer by joining us in a Den building workshop, gather your materials, then build your own den or shelter, find out if your den can survive the elements with our rain test at the end. What to expect This session is entirely outdoors .…
Forest School 2024 All about Forest school is a child centred outdoor learning experience which encourages holistic growth and development in the outdoors for children & adults. Play, controlled risk and nature exploration are key to the process. Each session will be 2 hours long and will contain opportunities for families to take part…
Our Tree Babies classes are recommended for pre-movers. Tree Babies provides a natural environment for you to draw upon your senses to provide you with a relaxed and calming class that supports you in nurturing your bond and connection with your beautiful baby Classes are approx 1 hour long and include a range of activities…
Tree Tots Stay and play Age ranges from early walkers to 5 year olds £8.50 per session Our Tree Tots Stay and Play sessions are a fun filled 1 hour of outdoor discovery promoting curiosity, child well-being and child's development, its a play class for parents/caregivers and toddlers. Providing a safe and welcoming environment to…
Part of the 'Gardens of Birmingham' month of wellbeing Four of the best loved gardens across Birmingham are working together to encourage people to use their precious green, outdoor spaces for healing and wellbeing. Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens, Saturday 7th September, 11- 4.30pm Peaceful Places and Spaces Drop in activities all day including foraging walks,…
Forest School 2024 All about Forest school is a child centred outdoor learning experience which encourages holistic growth and development in the outdoors for children & adults. Play, controlled risk and nature exploration are key to the process. BOOK HERE Each session will be 2 hours long and will contain opportunities for families to take…
Our Tree Babies classes are recommended for pre-movers. Tree Babies provides a natural environment for you to draw upon your senses to provide you with a relaxed and calming class that supports you in nurturing your bond and connection with your beautiful baby Classes are approx 1 hour long and include a range of activities…
Tree Tots Stay and play Age ranges from early walkers to 5 year olds £8.50 per session Our Tree Tots Stay and Play sessions are a fun filled 1 hour of outdoor discovery promoting curiosity, child well-being and child's development, its a play class for parents/caregivers and toddlers. Providing a safe and welcoming environment to…
Forest School 2024 All about Forest school is a child centred outdoor learning experience which encourages holistic growth and development in the outdoors for children & adults. Play, controlled risk and nature exploration are key to the process. BOOK HERE Each session will be 2 hours long and will contain opportunities for families to take…
Foraging and wild food guided walk. Join us in Lady Brad's Parkland to explore some of the 'beginner friendly' wild food that grows all around us. We will take you on a walking tour and share our knowledge of wild foods, their historic uses and folklore surrounding them. What to expect This session is entirely…
We loved it so much we've invited Digbeth Dining Club back for a third time this season Great street food, fabulous music and an amazing historic Garden... a real late summer treat Sunday 15th September Book the classic Sunday lunch session from 11.30 -2.30 or the Sunday afternoon chill, 'forget it's Monday tomorrow' session ...…
Have you ever wanted to grow your own Veg but didn't know how to start? Well here's your chance to learn. Have you ever wanted to grow your own Veg? Well you're in luck! In this workshop you will learn all about planting, Learn to prepare the ground for planting Planting techniques and systems Aftercare…
Meet your neighbourhood police officers for cuppa and chat. They'll be sitting in the Courtyard Cafe to listen to any concerns you have and offer crime prevention advice. Just drop in! Wednesday 18th Sept 2024 – 1300 – 14:30hrs Sunday 6th October 2024 - 1300 – 14:30hrs (if you need to contact them in between times: smithswood@westmidlands.police.uk)
