‘Grow it forward’ – the humble spud.
Save the date, we reviving our POTATO DAY. Who doesn’t love the wonderfully versatile spud; chips, roasted, baked or in a salad. But they’re no longer quite ‘as cheap as…
What goes around … Saving heritage seeds for the future of the planet
Last week we were delighted to be a stop on the way of the Heritage Seed Library’s 200 mile relay as it travelled across the country raising awareness of the…
Helloes, goodbyes and a new Chair of the Trust
Helloes, goodbyes and a new Chair Introducing fresh leadership and vision to the charity We are delighted to announce that we have just welcomed landscape architect Angela Wolferstan of TeaselFinch…
WildFoodUK Foraging Course
Foraging safely… Even here in the city, Nature offers wonderful habitats and food for free. Join us and WildFoodUK for a fascinating stroll in the ‘urban countryside’. A first level…
International Womens Day 2025
There are already some ‘standout’ women’s names associated with the Gardens here, and many more who should, and could, be celebrated more! Today we’re celebrating two particular women; Edith Holden…
“Oh, that old chestnut”….
Unlike the idiom, we rather like all the ‘repeated’ chestnut trees around the Gardens, Hall and Parkland. There still remain the vestiges of at least two avenues of mature horse…
Helloes and Goodbyes- and a New Chair
Helloes, goodbyes and appointment of a new Chair Introducing fresh leadership and vision to the charity We are delighted to announce that we have just welcomed landscape architect Angela Wolferstan…
Trustee positions vacant (voluntary)
Could you use your skills and experience to support and help grow one of the secret treasures of the West Midlands? We look after 40 acres of sublime 18th century…
Wellbeing created by local heritage worth billions per year, says Historic England
Well, we always knew we are worth our weight in gold.. This post is Shared from ‘Museums and Heritage advisor with additions from us. First-of-its-kind research from Historic England says the £29…
Win with the Gardens: Birmingham Community Lottery
Hoorah for the new Birmingham Community Lottery Have you heard? Birmingham Voluntary Service Council, the centre for voluntary action in the city, has teamed up with an established charity lottery…