Big Cat Theory Gains Attention After Deer Carcass Found in Solihull Woodland Tuesday, June 30, 2026 bigcat muntjac deer solihull woodland newberryhall carcass wildlife predator mystery The recent discovery of a partially consumed muntjac deer carcass in woodland near the ruins of New Berry Hall has sparked renewed interest in the ongoing debate about big cat sightings in the Solihull area. The deer was … Read More
Crumb and Play: A Unique Dutch Barn Soft Play Café and Garden Near Birmingham Tuesday, May 12, 2026 softplay family sustainability woodland dutchbarn playcafe lichfield ecofriendly childrensplay community When most of us think of soft play centres, images of bright plastic structures, harsh fluorescent lights, and uninspired snacks often come to mind. That’s what makes Crumb and Play such a refreshing change. Nestled inside a … Read More
Campaign Group Rises to Protect Walsall Woodland from School Development Friday, April 24, 2026 walsall reedswood woodland school development environment protest community traffic conservation A new grassroots campaign group, Keep Reedswood Green – Say No to School Development Site, has formed in Walsall, driven by residents opposing the planned construction of a new school on Reedswood Park. Their inaugural … Read More
UK Households Face £5,000 Fine for Uprooting Protected Bluebells This Spring Thursday, April 16, 2026 bluebells gardening conservation montydon uklaw wildlife woodland spring plants fines UK households are being warned that digging up common springtime bluebells could result in fines of up to £5,000. Monty Don, presenter of BBC Gardeners' World, has issued a clear caution to gardeners about the legal … Read More
'Great Bodenham Bun Hunt' Brings Easter Fun to Beautiful Arboretum Near Birmingham Sunday, March 29, 2026 easter arboretum bodenham family hunt hotcrossbun kidderminster woodland nature event This Easter, families can embark on a delightful hot cross bun hunt at the picturesque Bodenham Arboretum, situated near Kidderminster and just a 50-minute drive from Birmingham. The arboretum is hosting the ‘Great … Read More
How to Get Discounted Half Term Tickets for Statfold Country Park in Tamworth Saturday, February 7, 2026 statfold tamworth discount halfterm tickets heritage trainrides woodland fairground family If you’re looking for an affordable family day out this half term, Statfold Country Park in Tamworth is a fantastic option. This charming attraction offers heritage steam and diesel train rides, beautiful woodland trails … Read More