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Don’t miss the February Open Day at this hidden gem in the Edgbaston Directory Birmingham man cycles from Birmingham to Berlin to raise money for the one handed musical instrument project Much more than just bowling
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Friendly mixed-grade classes in Edgbaston on Tuesday and Thursday evenings Anyone over 12 is welcome and the first class is FREE. Student and family rates available Aikido is an effective and ethical traditional martial art suitable for all ages and fitness levels. You will be taught a range of locks, throws and immobilisations to neutralise a variety of attacks. Contact: Sensei Goodman on 07891 407 213 or aikidofellowship.org.uk
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What's on Valentines
A snapshot of what’s on around Edgbaston in February and March
Events
Spring lecture: The Fragrant Garden Howard Drury
David Pyatt, horn, Lucy Gould, violin & Leon McCawley, piano
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Presented by Birmingham Jazz and mac. 2010 MOBO Celebrate the perfect David won the BBC award-winning British Valentine in the beautiful On: 15 March Young Musician of the jazz group Empirical At: Winterbourne surroundings of the Year competition at make their debut at mac House & Garden, 53 tearoom terrace. the age of 14 and has Birmingham following Edgbaston Park Road On: 14 Feb been Principal Horn of the release of their new For info: 414 3003 At: Winterbourne the London Symphony album Elements of Truth House & Garden, 53 Orchestra. Lucy founded On: 18 Feb Edgbaston Park Road the award-winning Gould At: mac For info: 414 3003 For info: 446 3232 Richard Goode, piano Piano Trio whilst still a student at the Royal Richard Goode has Academy of Music where Mike McGoldrick, been hailed for musicshe won the Queen’s John McCusker Mothers day lunch making of tremendous commendation for and John Doyle emotional power, depth The perfect way to say excellence. Leon is one A rare chance to see three thank you to your mum; and expressiveness and of Britain’s finest living members of the BBCacknowledged as one of lunch in the tearoom today’s leading interpreters pianists with recordings acclaimed Transatlantic and a stroll around the that have impressed Sessions play together of Classical music. stunning gardens as critics far and wide. following McGoldrick On: 8 Feb, 7.30pm everything begins to On: 14 Mar, 7.30pm and McCusker’s At: Barber Institute of spring back to life! At: Barber Institute of American Tour with Mark Fine Arts, University On: 18 March Fine Arts, University Knopfler and Bob Dylan of Birmingham of Birmingham At: Winterbourne On: 19 Feb For info: 414 7333 For info and tickets: House & Garden, 53 At: mac 414 7333 Edgbaston Park Road For info: 446 3232 Natalie Clein, For info: 414 3003 cello and Alasdair
Candlelit supper at Winterbourne
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Kill for a Seat Comedy Club This comedy club is in full swing on the first Friday of every month On: 3 Feb & 2 March At: mac For info: 446 3232
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Natalie was 16 when she become BBC Young Musician of the Year & won the Eurovision Competition for young musicians. Alasdair has performed as a soloist with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. On: 29 Feb, 7.30pm At: Barber Institute of Fine Arts, University of Birmingham For info: 414 7333
Samba Sunda Quintet Reflecting an enduring classical tradition of Sudanese music while at the same time creating something fresh, modern and original. On: 10 Feb At: mac For info and tickets: 446 3232
Gravity
An Arzhang Pezhman production presented by Birmingham REP. This contemporary & dynamic new play about provocation is a fictional story with roots in the real-life newspaper headlines of today. On: 23 Feb-3 Mar At: mac For info: 446 3232
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Wedding plans afoot? Calling all pre-wedding couples. Over the next 12 months six lucky couples will win a free wedding package with an experienced professional photographer. This fantastic prize worth over £1,000 could be yours! And if you’re already married, don’t worry, you can still enter the competition to win a ‘cherish the dress’ photo-shoot. If you are planning your wedding then you know one of the biggest decisions you face is choosing your photographer. The photographs of your wedding will influence how you remember the biggest day of your life for the rest of your life. So we have teamed up with Charles Davis of Professional Photography www.professionalphotography.me.uk who has been capturing the magic of couples’ wedding days for many years to offer you this exciting opportunity. 8
Over the next twelve months we will be giving away no less than six of these fantastic prizes. So every two months you are in with a chance to win. All you need to do to enter is to go to www.swanpublishing.org and complete the prize draw entry form on the competitions page by 31 March. Winners will be picked from a hat and notified within two weeks of the closing date. Full terms and conditions: www.swanpublishing.org
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Competition WIN tickets to an explosive show at mac Birmingham Repertory Theatre Company presents The Sir Barry Jackson Community Trust Tour; Gravity at mac from 23 February to 3 March David is a good teacher struggling to stay afloat in the stressful world of secondary education. He has a passion for physics and wants his students to share his enthusiasm. There’s just one boy, Kyle – the school loner, who takes an interest in science. But when Kyle is picked on all of David’s good work starts to unravel. This disruptive behaviour is a catalyst for colliding personalities, resulting in an explosive reaction. For further information about the show visit birmingham-rep.co.uk or call 0121 236 4455.
We have a pair of tickets to the show on Tuesday 28 February. To be in with a chance of winning just answer this question; What subject does the character of David teach? a) Physics b) English c) Art and Design Email your answer to amywatson@swanpublishing.org by Friday 17 February.
Love is in the air at Winterbourne House and Gardens If you are looking for something really special and unusual this Valentines Day, then how about treating your loved one to a romantic meal at the stunning Winterbourne House in Edgbaston. You can celebrate the perfect Valentine in the beautiful surroundings of the tearoom terrace, enjoying a romantic evening with a tasty candlelit meal for two. Booking is essential as this is bound to sell out before the day. Address: 58 Edgbaston Park Road Edgbaston, B15 2RT Tel: 414 3003 www.winterbourne.org.uk 10
Winter Opening Hours: 10am - 4pm weekdays 11am - 4pm weekends
Our Employment Team offers a friendly and efficient service providing practical employment advice from recruitment to retirement for both Employers and Employees. Our areas of expertise include Breach of Contract, Compromise Agreements, Discrimination, Flexible Working, Redundancy, Transfer of Undertakings, Unfair Dismissal, Wages and Deductions and Working Time Regulations. We also represent clients at Employment Tribunals. We try to settle matters on the most favourable terms to you. This may include advising you to settle matters on a commercial basis.
If you require advice on any employment matter, please contact Kate Garrett on 0121 243 3147 or kgarrett@tyndallwoods.co.uk
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Fancy trying something new this year? If you are interested in taking up a new physical challenge this year – but don’t like training outside and definitely don’t like team sports why not try Aikido for size? Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art that is genuinely suitable for all ages and body types. It is basically a form of self-defence but much more fun than that sounds. In the Aikido Fellowship’s friendly classes you will learn how to avoid an attack and how to deal with an attacker. You will learn to use a wide 12
variety of throws, locks and hold-downs to protect yourself. If that sounds a bit dangerous it reality it isn’t. The instructors are all very experienced and new techniques are carefully broken into simple stages that are practised as slowly as needed. As you gain confidence you will practice in small groups with more advanced students and they will
support and encourage you. Everyone remembers what it was like when they started! There is no need to buy the white kit (called a gi) that is shown in the pictures. Beginners usually wear joggers and a light sweatshirt or similar loose clothes. The lower age limit in adult classes is 12. There is no upper limit and definitely no need to be athletic - just prepared to give it a go. You are more than welcome to watch a session at either of the Aikido Fellowship’s local clubs (Selly Park Technology College for Grls, Tuesdays 7.30 – 9.30 and Calthorpe School Thursdays 7.00 – 9.00). The Aikido Fellowship is a not-for-profit organisation so fees are reasonable and there may be discounts for full-time students and family groups. If you decide to take the plunge the first class will be free so what have you got to lose?
For further information: call Sensei Peta Goodman on her mobile (07891407213) or visit our website www.aikidofellowship.org.uk for more information about aikido and more class details.
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A window on your world The Midlands’ only period timber window and door showroom is having an open weekend in March so if you are thinking of changing your windows or doors this year then grab this chance to see, touch, and walk through some of the highest quality products you will find on the market. The Harborne Sash Window Company showroom opened a year ago and since its launch open day the company has experienced its busiest year since it was established in 2006, fitting over 1,000 windows and doors in 2011. To celebrate the first anniversary of the showroom, the open day will feature a prize draw to win a case of Blenheim Palace Merlot, and is also raising money for Birmingham Children’s Hospital. All you need to do is take yourself along and The Harborne Sash Window 16
Company will donate £1 for the charity collection box for each person who walks through their doors. You will be treated to a drop of wine, tasty nibbles, delectable cup cakes and proper coffee – plus the opportunity to look at, touch, open and close, walk through and sit in a stunning range of timber windows, doors and a fully furnished orangery. Many people buy windows and doors – often at great expense – just by looking at a corner sample provided by a salesman who comes to their home. Some people even buy windows and
doors via the internet without any contact with the product they are purchasing. Now you can get up close and personal with the windows and doors that could become a feature of your home for many years to come. This is often one of the biggest expenses when refurbishing a home so it is worth taking the time to do a bit of research.
The open weekend is on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 March from 10am – 4pm at: The Harborne Sash Window Company, Studio 5-6 Weekin Works 112-116 Park Hill Road Harborne, B17 9HD. Tel 0121 427 8800 www.harbornesash.com
As well as supplying the highest quality timber windows and doors with a 30 year guarantee and fitted by their own team of experienced craftsmen, The Harborne Sash Window Company has been selected to operate the Midland arm of The English Glasshouse showcasing and delivering superb timber orangeries and conservatories. Last year Mandy and John Gannon transformed their Edgbaston home to include a stunning orangery kitchen / dining room from The English Glasshouse. John said: “Having an orangery has changed the way we spend time in the house. We practically live in here.” “The English Glasshouse were great to work with. They were clean and tidy and made sure the project came in on time and on budget.”
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Edgbaston Reservoir Open Day Join the rangers in celebrating Local Nature Reserve status for the reservoir. Find out more about this fantastic site for wildlife and join in with a range of activities suitable for all the family. The open day is on 18th Feb from 11am to 3pm. Situated close to the city centre, the stunning Edgbaston Reservoir is a Site of Importance for Nature Conservation. It was built in 1827 by Thomas Telford as a top-up for Birmingham canal system and is still used for that purpose today. The 70 acres site is mainly open water and supports a variety of birdlife; it is also a valuable city site for animals such as newts and bats. A belt of woodland and grassland encircles the reservoir providing an oasis of natural beauty in an urban setting. There are currently no public toilets on site. The Ranger Service for Perry Barr and Ladywood is based at Edgbaston 20
Reservoir. It provides a public information service, an annual programme of events and educational sessions which include school visits, Forest School and work experience placements. Working in partnership with the police, environmental services, wildlife trust and other agencies the aim is to protect, promote and enhance the natural environment of the Reservoir for the benefit of its wildlife, heritage, the local community and visitors. Walkers and joggers can enjoy the approximately 2.8 km (1.75 miles) path around the reservoir. The Birmingham Rowing Club and the
Midland Sailing Club are based here, and there is a Sea Cadet Centre. Fishing is also very popular at the site. The main entrance and car park is at the end of Reservoir Road. The car park opens at 8am and is locked at dusk. There are three other pedestrian entrances, Rotton Park Road, Ickneild Port Road and Gillott Road. It should be noted that the Gillott road entrance is a flight of steps.
Address: The Ranger’s Lodge,115 Reservoir Road, Ladywood, Birmingham, B16 9EE. Edgbaston Reservoir has an active friends group. ‘Friends of Edgbaston Reservoir’ was formed more than 10 years ago. The group monitors and promotes the area as a designated Site for Nature Conservation (SINC). Since formation the FER have maintained a constituted
presence in the area to represent the views of local people and other organised users (wildlife and bird watchers, Midland Sailing Club, Birmingham Rowing Club, the anglers and the walkers, cyclists and joggers) to both fight unwanted development and to promote sensitive improvements for the benefit of both the general public and wildlife. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the reservoir and its surroundings. FER organises various events each year in an attempt to encourage a wider appreciation of the interesting features around and on the water.
For further information go to: www.birmingham.gov.uk/reservoir
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Calling all budding writers Do you have a burning issue you would like to tell the local community about? Edgbaston is a vibrant, diverse and lively suburb that Edgbaston Directory is proud to be a part of and we are keen to represent it within these pages in the best way possible. A photograph can tell a thousand words, so make sure you have a good selection to support your story, or if necessary we can take supporting photographs. Deadlines are crucial – we need any content before the 10th of the month for the following months issue and often earlier than that in order to plan it in. Edgbaston Directory is developing its editorial pages and looking for the stories out there that would be of interest to the readers if only they knew about them. 1. We can give your community group a voice. 2. We can help you publicise events in the area. 3. We can spread the word about up and coming musicians, artists, writers. 4. We can raise the profile of issues affecting the wider community.
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Since the launch of Edgbaston Directory in 2006 we have written about countless events, charities, community organisations and tourist attractions – but we want more! So don't be shy. If you have something you want to get off your chest then call the editor: Amy Watson on 689 0432 or email amywatson@swanpublishing.org
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Left to right: Martin, Harriet, Stephen, Tanya and their daughters Amy and Kate
Cycle challenge raises money for the One Handed Musical Instrument Project Stephen Hetherington recently set off on his B2B Cycle Challenge riding from Birmingham to Bordeaux in support of The One-Handed Musical Instrument Project with the support of family and friends and Tyndallwoods Solicitors Martin, Harriet and Judy. There is presently no orchestral musical instrument than can be played with one hand. As a result hundreds of thousands of people with disabilities in the UK, and millions across the world, are excluded from music making. The project aims to invent new instruments to open full and undifferentiated participation in musical life; whether at school, in the home, or in a professional ensemble. The success of the project will have a profound impact not just on individuals but on society’s relationship with disability, opening new 24
realms of achievement and possibility. Stephen Hetherington, the project founder, was setting off on his solo Birmingham to Bordeaux bicycle ordeal, a trip of some 1000 kilometres, taking around ten days and he was sent off with a powerful rendition of The Dam Busters by musicians of the CBSO conducted by Michael Seal shown with Stephen Maddock, CBSO Chief Executive. If you want to find out more about the wonderful work of this charity please visit their website at www.ohmi.org.uk
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Step back in time With a membership to Moorpoool Crown Green Bowling Club. The club is situated in Moorpool Estate, on the corner of Park Edge and Ravenhurst Road, behind the Fishing Pool Harborne. The bowling green was created around the same time as the construction of the Moorpool estate which saw 500 homes built on a 54 acre site between 1907 and 1912. The estate was an example of how affordable housing could be provided in the future, many of the original character remains, and all of the original properties remain. The Bowling Green and Fishing Pool, (the pool is an original pool fed by underwater springs), with the presence of large trees adds to the semi-rural feel of the area and the abundance of wildlife, There is no doubt The 26
Bowling Green and Fishing Pool are the jewel people with of the estate. Moorpool Bowling Club has 51 full members and 10 social members. It is a mixed club with member ages ranging from 50 to 91. The bowling season starts around the 1st of April until 1st October. You can play seven days a week if you chose or once a week, it is your choice. You do not have to be an athlete, the club caters for all shapes and sizes and most people with disabilities are able to play. During the playing season there are several social events starting with St
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Georges Day Strawberry Cream Tea, this year there will be a Golden Jubilee afternoon event to celebrate Her Majesties Golden Anniversary in June. In July there will be an evening event where you bring your own refreshment and either have a quiz or games on the green, depending on the weather. In August there is a BBQ and quiz, in September a Fish and Chip Night with a quiz, and there will also be a Macmillans Coffee Morning in support of the Macmillans Nurses in September. During October to end of March there is a Tuesday morning club in the Pavilion when you can come and do as you please, play cribbage, dominoes, knit, sew, paint, crochet and play scrabble. On Wednesday afternoons whist is also played in the pavilion.
The club is open to any new ideas to hold events in the winter season. The club is looking for more members, so if you are interested all you need to do is call and arrange a visit. You do not have to wait till opening day, you can pop down on a Tuesday morning or Wednesday afternoon, you will be made very welcome, come and have a look round, have a try at playing, you are under no obligation to join.
Enquiries please telephone: Frances - 0121454 9886 or Pam - 0121450 1316
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Whats on around Edgbaston for you and your little ones Water Babies
Swimming sessions for babies Mon & Sat At: St Thomas CofE School, Edgbaston For details call: Laura 01283 814 766
Toni's Tots
Drama and storytelling for pre-schoolers from 18 months up Every Monday, 10am At: The Hub, 318 Vicarage Road, Kings Heath For details call: 07976 242 835
Cornerstone Parent and Toddler Group Stay and play for parents and children up to 5
Wednesday 1.30-12.00 At: Church of the Redeemer, Monument Road For details call: 07812 332 430
Hawkesley Mini Gym Soft Play Soft play for pre-school children and babies
Wednesday 9.30-11.30 At: Woodview Primary School, Woodview Drive For details call: 0121 265 2650
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Kanga and Roo's Parent and Toddle Parent and toddler group
Thursday 1.30-3.00 At: St Peters Church Hall, Old Church Road, Harborne For details call: 0121 426 6034
Lillian de Lissa Stay and Play Stay and play for children up to 3 years old
Wednesday 9.15-11.15 At: Lillian de Lissa Nursery School, Bellevue For details call: 0121 440 3421
Baby Sensory
Music, instruments, fibre optic light shows, glowing bouncy balls, bubbles and much more At: Walker Memorial Hall, Ampton Road For details call: Karen 0121 747 4720
Baby Boppers Dance class for children over 3 years
At: Adage Dance & Fitness Studios, 174-176 High Street, Harborne For info: 428 2732
Rhythm Time
Music and movement for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. Age appropriate classes available. At: Woodview Community Centre, Edgbaston For info: Vicky 0121 447 7632
Outdoor stay and play Enjoy the great outdoors with your little ones Thursdays at 11-1pm At: Winterbourne Gardens, Priory Road For details call: 0121 440 7430
Pram Pushers P&T Play group for up to 4 year old children
Thursday 9.30-11.30 At: Pram Pushers P & T, Lyttelton Road For details call: 07867 796 286
Racketeers Playgroup for up to 4 year old children
Friday 9.30-11.30 At: Newman House, Harrisons Road For details call: 0121 454 2846
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Index of Advertisers Accountants Tax Return Co Aikido Aikido Fellowship
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Alternative Therapies Ruth Hickinbotham 25 Beautician Nail Lounge
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English Tutor Sarah Wainwright Film School Young Film Makers Gardening Services Evans Landscapes Sandilands
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Plumbers MG Heating Robert the Plumber
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Property Maintenance Gutter Cleaning 14 Property Management Kaboodle
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Psychology Tutor Lucy Schiller
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Gas Showroom Moseley Fireplaces
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Graphic Design Tickle Me Creative
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Carpets & Flooring B’ham Carpet & Flooring 15
Interior Decorating Knights
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Catering Syd The Chef
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Ironing Service Mopheads
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Solar Energy Specialist JMS Solar 14
Care Charity Helping Hands
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IT Services RF Networks
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Solicitors Tyndallwoods Solicitors
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Venue Hire Venue Birmingham
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Builder JMS Roofing & Building Zircon
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Conservatories & Orangeries Harborne Sash Windows 16 Traditional Conservatories 9 Coworking Space Moseley Exchange
Locksmith Locking Locksmith
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Restaurant Hornton Grange
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Optometrist Mclauchlan Optometrist
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