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Editor’s Welcome
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HARBORNE & EDGBASTON August / September 2016
In this issue
Dear Neighbours, Welcome to our August issue, packed full of useful information and entertaining stories. This is our bumper back to school issue with a handy list of secondary school open days to look out for. We also welcome some great new advertisers as well as a whole host of old favourites.
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Support in bereavement
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A modern classic shaker kitchen
12 Back to school 14 Secondary school open days 21 Why you shouldn’t die without a will 27 It’s festival time! 29 Light up your garden 31 Water, water all around
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University clocktower... did you know?
11 Ten years of Swan Publishing
And if it’s not too presumptuous of us to blow our own trumpet, you can read about us reaching double figures.
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Disney Pixar’s Monsters University, with a very familar clock tower...
Old Joe reaching the stars It’s a tall red-brick wonder of Birmingham that can be seen from high-points all over the city, from Marco Pierre Whites in The Cube to Rofuto at Park Regis. But how much do we really know about this iconic clock tower? Here are ten interesting facts!
1. The tower was built to commemorate Joseph
Chamberlain, whose name is carved in the stone at the tower’s base. Joseph made his career in Birmingham as a manufacturer of screws and later as mayor of the city, making many educational reforms and earning him the everlasting respect and admiration of the University of Birmingham.
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It is affectionately referred to as ‘Old Joe’ or ‘Big Joe’ by students and locals.
3. It was constructed between 1900 - 1908. 4. Peregrine Falcons live at the top and swoop down to have pigeons for lunch.
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Joseph Chamberlain changed the original design due to his admiration for Torre Del Mangia’s campanile (clock tower) in Siena.
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The clock tower in the Disney Pixar film ‘Monsters University’ was modelled after it (see photo above).
Joseph Cham berlain 1836 - 1913, british politic ian and states man.
7. Asteroid 10515 Old Joe was discovered in
1989 by Brian G W Manning and was named in the clock towers honour.
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Old Joe inspired Tolkien in his creation of Orthanc, the black tower of Isengard from The Lord Of The Rings trilogy.
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When deciding how to use their construction budget they were faced with the choice of a functional building or an iconic one, a tough call to make and the result of which has inspired generation after generation.
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And last but not least, it is the tallest freestanding clock tower in the world! So we hope you’re satisfied with these juicy local facts, and are feeling ready to hit the streets with some conversation starters about the colourful history and continued astronomical inspiration of our humble neighbourhood. Written by Ruby Watson 5
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Support in bereavement Edward’s Trust has been providing a holistic bereavement support network for children and families who are facing loss and surviving bereavement for the last 27 years. It was founded in 1989 by Peter and Hilary Dent who sadly lost their son Edward to cancer at the age of 7. The Trust receives around 500 new referrals every year. Support is provided for as long as is it needed. Edward’s Trust relies heavily on donations and the generosity of others. It costs around £500,000 a year to keep their doors open. To donate please visit justgiving.com/edwardstrust. Edward’s Trust has an action packed events program throughout the year including the Glitter Ball on 19th November at the National Conference Centre in Solihull and a team of runners in the Birmingham Half Marathon in October. For more information on events, fundraising or volunteering please call 0121 456 4838 or email fundraising@edwardstrust.org.uk.
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A modern classic shaker kitchen Roman Bathrooms are renowned for their beautiful bathroom designs but they also design and install kitchens too. They deliver the same exacting standards in design and customer service as this customer found. Margaret knew what her dream kitchen looked like but had not found a local retailer that could deliver the perfect kitchen at the right price, until she found Roman Bathrooms.
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WHERE WERE YOU 10 YEARS AGO?
...we were just beginning We’re in double figures now, so we’re kind of a big deal! But in all sincerity, we are truly very lucky to still be chugging along, and we want to thank the many wonderful local businesses who have supported our growth, plus our readers who we endeavour to both entertain and represent in our pages.
From humble beginnings to four local magazines in south Birmingham and Solihull packed full of news, stories, events and competitions, we have grown more than we imagined we could in a decade. Each year has seen another big shift in what we do, from launching magazines in new areas to getting connected with you all online and welcoming new members to our team. In 2014 our newest edition My Solihull won ‘best new magazine’ at the annual magazine publishers’ awards making us all very proud. Ten years have flown by, so here are some reminders of what was going on the year we launched our first magazine to help put it into perspective...
• Facebook was launched to the world • Twitter went live for the first time • Everyone was still desperately trying to fit their whole text message into 160 characters • Pluto lost its right to be called a planet • Borat was unleashed on unwitting cinema goers
• Crocs took the footwear world by storm • Buying CD singles with a strange remix version on it was a cool activity • And you could get a flip phone at Woolworths for less than twenty quid! So as you can see it was an eventful year, and we’re proud to be among the weird and wonderful things that were born in 2006. On a local level it has been inspiring to see independent businesses weather the recession and come out stronger than ever, so here’s to another decade full of success and (pleasant) surprises. We wish all the best for our community and beyond. Tell us what you'd like to see in future issues on Facebook and Twitter.
from your Swan Team Amy Watson Ruby Watson Julia Parsons & Mandeep Suman
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Back to
school
In our back to school feature you will find a list of open days for local comprehensive and public schools and their contact information, making it that bit easier to start planning the steps towards the next big milestone for your child.
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We also have some fantastic schools advertising this issue. Flicking through the pages you can get a feel for what kind of learning environment they can offer your child, and how they pave the way for a bright future.
Inspiring your child An Independent Day School and Nursery for Girls and Boys aged 2 to 11 years
Apply now for entry to Year 3 in September 2017 We offer 7+ Academic & Music Scholarships • Foundation Awards (Assisted Places) T: 0121 410 6807 E: admissions@thebluecoatschool.com W: thebluecoatschool.com Twitter: @bcsbirmingham The Blue Coat School, Somerset Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B17 0HR • Registered Charity No. 1152244
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Secondary school open days The new school year is imminent, and you’re weighing up your child’s options for the next five years of their life. Well it really pays to take the opportunity to have a guided tour around your prospective schools and get a feel for what daily life will be like for your child. We have put together a list of school open days to make the whole process a little easier for you, here they are…
Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School for Boys bvgs.co.uk 15 Sep 4.00pm-7.00pm
King Edward VI High School for Girls kehs.org.uk 17 Sep 9.45am-12.00noon
Bromsgrove School bromsgrove-school.co.uk Contact admissions for Sep & Oct open mornings
King Edward VI High School for Boys kes.org.uk 17 Sep 1.00pm-3.30pm, 18 Mar 2017 10.00am-12.30pm
Edgbaston High School for Girls edgbaston.co.uk 24 Sep 9.30am-12.00noon
King’s Heath Boys kingsheathboys.bham.sch.uk 26 Sep 6.00pm-7.30pm, visits can be arranged
Hallfield hallfieldschool.co.uk 1 Oct 9.30am-12.00noon
Kingswood School kingswoodschool.co.uk 28 Sep 9.00am-12.00noon
Handsworth Grammar School handsworth.bham.sch.uk 22 Sep 5.00pm-8.00pm
Moseley School moseleyschool.bham.sch.uk Every morning w/c 19 Sep 9.30am-11.00am by appointment, 21 Sep 6.00pm-8.00pm
Harborne Academy harborneacademy.co.uk 10 & 17 Sep 10.00am-1.00pm 12, 13, 14, 15 & 16 Sep 9.00am-10.00am Hall Green School hallgreen.bham.sch.uk 22 Sep 6.00pm-8.00pm King Edward VI Aston School keaston.bham.sch.uk 17 & 18 Oct 9.30am-11.30am King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys camphillboys.bham.sch.uk 23 Sep 6.00pm-8.00pm, 24 Sep 10.00am-12.30pm King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls kechg.org.uk 17, 18, 19, 20 & 21 Sep am (by appointment), 22 Sep 5.30pm-8.30pm King Edward VI Five Ways School kefw.org 16 Sep 6.00pm-8.30pm King Edward VI Handsworth School for Girls kingedwardvi.org 20 Sep 5.00pm-8.00pm, 21 Sep 9.00am-12noon (by appointment only)
Ninestiles School ninestiles.org.uk 14 Sep 6.30pm-8.30pm, 15 & 22 Sep 9.30am-12.30pm (appointment only for open mornings) Priory School prioryschool.net 1 Oct 10.00am-12.30pm Queensbridge School queensbridge.bham.sch.uk 26 Sep 6.30pm-8.30pm, 27 & 28 Sep 9.30am-12.30pm St Paul’s School for Girls spgs.org 22 Sep 6.00pm-9.00pm Swanshurst School for Girls swanshurst.org 28 Sep & 18 Oct 9.00am-12.00noon University of Birmingham School universityschool.bham.ac.uk 30 Sep & 5 Oct time to be confirmed Wheelers Lane School www.wheelerslane.bham.sch.uk 15 Sep 6.30pm-8.30pm, 19 & 20 Sep 9.00am-10.30am
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EXAMINATION FOR YEAR 7 ENTRY TO EDGBASTON HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS IN SEPTEMBER 2017 Edgbaston High School has decided to move its examination from January in line with other local schools The entrance examination will now take place on Saturday 15 October 2016 The closing date for registrations will be by the Whole School Open Morning on Saturday 24 September 2016
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Hallfield School Edgbaston An independent co-educational day school from 3 months - 11 years
Open Morning Saturday 1 October 2016 9.30 - 12.00
EYFS: ‘Outstanding’ (ISI February 2016)
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New beginnings at
The Blue Coat School In the academic calendar September brings with it a time of new beginnings, a time to dust down the school bag, name new uniform and prepare for the first day of term, or for many, even the very first day at school or nursery.
For The Blue Coat School, even after nearly 300 years, there are new beginnings too! This Autumn Term will see a new Head in charge as Mr Noel Neeson (40) moves up from St. Peter’s Prep School in Lympstone, Devon, as successor to Mr Alan Browning who is retiring after 34 years at Blue Coat, and a headship spanning some 18 years. Mr Neeson who has been described as a ‘forward thinker, man of faith and passionate about his pupils’ welfare and progress’, was the youngest Head in the country at the age of 28, and brings with him an exciting energy and innovation for curriculum development which has generated interest in schools around the country. Married to Juliet, herself a former Assistant Head, the Neesons have two children Bea (8) and Jasper (3) who will also be joining Blue Coat.
Mr Neeson comments, “I feel privileged to be the successor to Alan Browning, who has clearly done an outstanding job. I want to make Blue Coat a national leader in terms of high academic performance; a leading light in educational development with the children at the core of all we do. Three years in the maintained sector and seven in an independent school have probably mellowed me. They have undoubtedly provided me with the experience which will be invaluable in leading The Blue Coat School into and through its next chapter.” 0121 410 6807 thebluecoatschool.com admissions@thebluecoatschool.com @bcsbirmingham Somerset Rd, Birmingham, B17 0HR 19
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Welcome to Bryony House Standing in attractive gardens in a pleasant green and leafy suburb on Bournville Village Trust, one of the most sought-after residential areas of Birmingham, Bryony House is an independent registered charity providing a safe, secure environment and high standards of accommodation and support for our elderly residents.
Respite Care We are also able to offer respite care. If you are interested in booking a respite room please contact us for more details.
For further information call: 0121 475 2965 or email: info@bryonyhouse.co.uk Bryony House, Bryony Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 4BX
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Why you should never die without a will Prince distrusted lawyers so it was impossible to get his signature on legal documents. As a result, he failed to make a will, opening up the possibility of a battle over his fortune. Kate Garrett from Edgbaston-based Tyndallwoods Solicitors explains.
Whether you distrust lawyers or simply have not got round to making a will, the only way for you to stipulate who will be responsible for administering and benefiting from your estate, is to appoint and name them in your will. In terms of administering your estate, you may have someone in mind who you want to be executor. The executor is responsible for arranging your funeral, sorting through your personal belongings and realising any assets you own. It also involves distributing your estate in accordance with your wishes as outlined in your will. If you die without a will, this is called dying intestate and your estate will be administered by and distributed according to the rules of intestacy, irrespective of your wishes. Generally speaking, under the rules of intestacy, the following relatives will benefit from your estate in this order:1. Your spouse or civil partner will receive your personal possessions and:a. The rest of your estate if you have no children; b. The first ÂŁ250,000 of your estate if you have children plus half of the rest of your estate. The other half of your estate will go to your children.
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2. If you die intestate leaving no surviving spouse or civil partner, your estate will be distributed in a strict order:a. If you have children, they will inherit all your estate in equal shares; b. If there are no children, your surviving parents will inherit your estate in equal shares; c. If you have no children and your parents have died, your brothers and sisters will inherit in equal shares; d. Thereafter, the order of potential beneficiaries is more remote relatives. e. If you have no surviving relatives, your estate is passed to the Crown. Put simply, if you have not made a will, your estate may neither be administered nor distributed according to your wishes. Those people you may want to inherit from your estate may be left with nothing. For more information please contact Judy Dyke at Tyndallwoods Solicitors jdyke@tyndallwoods.co.uk / 0121 693 2222
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You are invited to our Autumn 2016 Open Weekend! If you are considering treating both yourself and your home to new windows and doors this year our Open Weekend would be the perfect opportunity! showroom features an amazing selection of Our Harborne show products in timber, uPVC & aluminium. We have a full-size orangery and some fantastic new product lines from contemporary roof lanterns to sectional garage doors. We can also dress your windows in whatever style suits you from plantation shutter through to intelligent blinds. There’s champagne on arrival for all guests combined with offers The and discounts throughout the weekend as well as expert advice from our dedicated team. We’d love you to see our exquisite products for yourself and show you how we can help you transform your home!
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That festive, summer feeling Our community plays host to many cultural celebrations which stand as a source of local pride, if you knew nothing of the people of Moseley and Kings Heath you could find out everything about us at these wonderful events. Next on the agenda is Moseley Folk Festvival in the beautiful setting of Moseley Private Park, and the Middle Earth Festival (formerly Tolkien Weekend) which is very fittingly held at Sarehole Mill, once a place of great inspiration for author Tolkien. Headlining Moseley Folk this year are The Levellers, The Coral and The Proclaimers, huge acts that are sure to bring something very special to the weekend. Over at Middle Earth Festival you’re encouraged to come in ‘Tolkien’s world’ themed fancy dress, battle orcs and watch exciting reenactments. It’s easy to get caught up in the lineup at this festival and the activities at that festival but what really makes it so worth getting involved is seeing our community in such good spirits, and being a part of a unique little culture. So here’s what to expect from the neighbourhood at Moseley Folk and Middle Earth Festival...
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Warm summer nights... call for more lights What if we don’t want the glorious garden hours to be limited to the daytime and the occasional party? What if we want them to continue into the night? Well, there is a tasteful midway point between bedazzling your garden like it’s christmas and having no outside lighting at all, let’s find it together.
What does it achieve? Your motivation may be to showcase your home to its full potential from the garden, perhaps it’s to have a more pleasant view through the windows as night falls or even to extend the evening living space out on to the patio; a delicate arrangement of lights can do it all.
How best to arange them? Planting a row of glowing downlighters in amongst the flowers will create a very inviting and attractive night-time garden. It’s also a good idea to pick your favourite trees and place some uplighters directly below them, illuminating the branches and lower foliage. Fairy lights in the bushes are a tad too Christmassy so it’s best to steer clear, but firesafe enclosed candles and lanterns are quite seasonally ambiguous - and make very pretty centrepieces.
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Life is simple; just add water Water plays a vital role not only by giving us life, but also by enriching it. Many religions use it as a spiritual cleanser, in Chinese philosophy it is used as a role model, and of all the elements it is described by (famous ex-local-resident) Tolkien as being the most beautiful; ‘Truly, Water is become now fairer than my heart imagined, neither had my secret thought conceived the snowflake, nor in all my music was contained the falling of the rain’ - The Silmarillion.
You can’t deny that after having sat by the sea or even just having had a bath at home you feel rejuvenated and calm. Birmingham may not be able to offer a sea-side, but it does have plenty of charming locations to be close to nature’s great healer, here are some we’ve handpicked for you…
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Birmingham’s second biggest open stretch of water, and somehow its biggest kept secret. This stunning reservoir is never a particularly crowded destination. You could easily believe you were deep in the heart of the countryside, not at the centre of a bustling city. This is also the best opportunity in the city centre to get on the water, there are sailing classes, canoes for hire and much more.
Miles of canals
Birmingham prides itself on having more miles of canals than venice, and they provide a very serene setting for a stroll or bike ride. There is a canal route that can take you all the way into town from the edge of Kings Heath, but perhaps save that for a day when you have a lot of time on your hands!
Cannon Hill
This is a stunning setting for a summer’s day picnic with so many options to be close to water. The pools and fountains of the beautiful mini golf course give some cool relief on a hot day, while the lake boasts a stock of several varieties of fish that permit holders are welcome to during open season - if you can catch them! Pedallo boats also opperate on the lake during the hotter months which is always a good laugh too. So there’s really no need to feel blue because your holidays have come and gone in a flash, there are plenty of destinations on your doorstep that are both restorative and relaxing. This city has inspired some of the world’s greatest assets to the academic, industrial and literary arenas, it must be something in the water! Written by Ruby Watson
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Thrilling stories & bold adventures at The REP A diverse Autumn season at Birmingham Repertory Theatre has just been announced, with a stylish new adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s The Importance Of Being Earnest kicking things off in September. Other highlights include the UK stage première of cult horror classic, The Exorcist and the world première of What Shadows, a play about Enoch Powell starring Ian McDiarmid (Star Wars). For families, Kneehigh bring their show 946: The Amazing Story of Adolphus Tips, based on the novel by Michael Morporgo in October, and Treasure Island promises a swashbuckling adventure over the festive period (25 Nov to 7 Jan). Touring productions of Pride and Prejudice and Room On The Broom sit alongside new plays by local writers, and their alternative offering Cabaret XXL returns following high demand.
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Markets & Fairs Craft Markets Unique arts & crafts Where: mac Birmingham When: 7 Aug, 4 Sept, 2 Oct Info: macarts.co.uk Food Market Fresh & local food. Where: mac Birmingham When: 28 Aug, 25 Sept Info: macarts.co.uk Harborne Farmers’ Market Where: Harborne High Street When: 2nd Sat every month Info: skettsfarmersmarkets.co.uk Uni of Bham Farmers’ Market Where: University of Birmingham When: 4th Wed of every month Info: birmingham.ac.uk
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Middle Earth Festival Celebrating all things Tolkien. Where: Sarehole Mill When: 3-4 Sept Info: middleearthfestival.co.uk
Seasonal Events Botanical Butterfly House Birminghams only butterfly house is back for the season! Where: Bham Botanical Gardens When: until end Sept Info: birminghambotanicalgardens.org.uk
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Improve Theatre Workshop Learn a new skill in a friendly environment - beginners welcome. Where: St Columba Church Hall, Chantry Road When:Every Tue Info: boxoffrogsimpro.co.uk
Moseley Folk Festival A jam-packed line-up of live bands performing in the idyllic setting of Moseley Park. Headline acts this year are the Proclaimers, The Levellers and Billy Bragg. Where: Moseley Park When: 2-4 Sept Info: moseleyfolk.c.uk
Community Food Festival and Heritage Open Day See prize winning produce and pick up horticultural tips. Where: Winterbourne Gardens When: 11 Sept Info: winterbourne.org.uk
Birmingham Honey Show Find out about the fascinating craft of beekeeping. Where: Martineau Gardens When: 3-4 Sept Info: martineau-gardens.org.uk
Laughing Sole Comedy club for kids compered by the hilarious Mrs Barbara Nice Where: mac Birmingham When: 14 Aug, 25 Sept Info: macarts.co.uk
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For the kids The Smartest Giant in Town Family friendly outdoor theatre production from Folksy Theatre. Where: Martineau Gardens When: 10 Aug Info: martineau-gardens.org.uk Monstersaurus An energetic show from the creators of Aliens Love Underpants. Age 3+ Where: mac Birmingham When: 21 Aug Info: macarts.co.uk Rice Paper Tales A collection of beautiful, funny, captivating Vietnamese Folk Tales. Age 6+ Where: mac Birmingham When: 11 Sep Info: macarts.co.uk
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Celebrating Birmingham’s hospitality superstars Many luminaries from the hospitality industry gathered at Edgbaston Cricket Stadium in June to celebrate, reward and highlight the great work done within the city at places where people eat, drink and sleep.
The inaugural Birmingham Food Drink & Hospitality Awards was held on Monday 6th June, hosted by celebrity TV personality and proud Brummie, Alison Hammond. The Awards are the first of their kind, including a plethora of categories celebrating everything from the best fine dining restaurants, oriental restaurants and most popular street food to best chef, best restaurant manager and best food and drink blogger, to name a few. The awards’ charity partner, Love Brum raised £2000 for Birmingham and District Deaf Children’s Society. Winners spanned the Michelin Star establishment Purnell’s who won two awards to pop up street food brand Low ‘N’ Slow, and came from independents as well as national brands.
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Akbar’s Indian 184 Hagley Road Edgbaston, B16 9NY Tel: 0121 452 1862
The Garden House Pub Restaurant 160 Hagley Road Edgbaston, B16 9NX Tel: 0121 454 8315
The Kings Head Gastropub Hagley Road Harborne, B17 8BJ Tel: 0121 277 4130
Bengal Delight Indian & Bangladeshi 207 Hagley Road Edgbaston, B169RE Tel: 0121 454 7944
Henry Wong A La Carte Cantonese 283 High Street Harborne, B17 9QH Tel: 0121 427 7666
The New Inn Gastropub 74 Vivian Road Harborne, B17 0DJ Tel: 0121 426 3373
Blue Piano South East Asian 24-26 Harborne Rd Edgbaston, B15 3AA Tel: 0121 454 6877
The High Field Gastro Pub 22 Highfield road Edgbaston, B15 3DP Tel: 0121 227 7068
Sabai Sabai Thai 268 High Street Harborne, B17 9PT Tel: 0121 426 2688
Buonissimo Italian 1 Albany Road Harborne, B17 9JX Tel: 0121 426 2444
Johnny Wong’s Chinese / Takeaway 197 Hagley Road Edgbaston, B16 9RD Tel: 0121 456 4333
Simpsons Modern French 20 Highfield Road Edgbaston, B15 3DU Tel: 0121 449 4498
Cafe Boutique Mediterranean 26 High Street Harborne, B17 9NF Tel: 0121 427 5906
The Junction Pub / Restaurant 212 High Street Harborne, B17 9PT Tel: 0121 428 2635
Turners Fine dining 69 High Street Harborne, B17 9NS Tel: 0121 426 4440
The Epicurean Contemporary Dining 8 Chad Square Edgbaston, B15 3TQ Tel: 0121 454 5436
Lychee Garden Cantonese Takeaway 189 Hagley Road Edgbaston, B16 9RD Tel: 0121 454 2221
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Fiesta Del Asado Argentine 229 Hagley Road Edgbaston, B16 9RP Tel: 0121 455 9331
The Plough Pub food 21 High Street Harborne, B17 9NT Tel: 0121 427 3678
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