November 1st is Purple Tuesday, a global social movement that is successfully improving the customer experience for disabled people and their families all year round. The goal of the initiative is to inspire businesses to promote awareness, develop understanding and implement solutions for better accessibility in customer environments. To further the goal of improving accessibility […]
Half Term has arrived and Kings Heath has plenty going on to keep you busy every day. With Halloween just around the corner, our independents are opening their doors with themed events and activities for everyone to enjoy. Halloween Cauldron Trail Looking for a free, family friendly event? Look no further than the Kings Heath […]
Kings Heath is celebrating Halloween and Half Term with our Halloween Cauldron Trail, running from 21st – 31st October! Our friendly neighbourhood witch, Heather, along with her cat Kit, is making a special potion so Halloween can be enjoyed by families around the world. But this year, she’s missing some key ingredients and she needs […]
This Half Term, Seesaw Optician is opening its doors and inviting the neighbourhood to their Spectacular Street event. The family business has been a part of the community for years and a favourite optician of many, just off the High Street on Poplar Road. Seesaw Optician is operated by Adam, and we caught up with […]
It’s National Baking Week in the UK, a week that encourages people of all abilities to get creative in their home kitchens. To help inspire anyone taking part, the great bakers at Levain & Cherry have generously shared a recipe with us. Follow along, bake yourself a showstopper and make sure to share your bakes […]
Saturday 24th September marks the beginning of the Growing Up Green Festival! This Festival celebrates exploring sustainability and nature on our doorstep in light of Big Green Week! Growing Up Green are hosting a number of activities taking place around Kings Heath between 24th September – 1st October, great for young children to learn about […]
The last bank holiday of the year is just around the corner and Kings Heath has so much to offer – here’s a round-up of what to expect if you’re in the area this weekend! For the Music Lovers Of course, the Hare & Hounds have lots going on over the weekend! This place […]
Happy World Photography Day! Have you entered our Capture Kings Heath Competition yet? – read on to find out Rachel Hamilton’s 5 top tips. This year we’re running Capture Kings Heath in collaboration with Growing Up Green, a family arts festival celebrating nature and climate action. On world photography day, Growing Up Green Kings Heath […]
With the summer coming to an end and the arrival of a second heatwave, we thought we’d suggest some ways to spruce up your outside space so you can appreciate the beautiful weather – not only that, if you’re thinking of hosting a garden party, follow these simple steps and it’ll be sure to be […]
The Capture Kings Heath photography competition is back and this time we’re going green! This year Capture Kings Heath has partnered with Growing Up Green, a children and family arts festival, their focus is all about exploring our connection with nature and climate activism. You know the drill, we’re asking you to take snaps of […]