Meeting People

Solihull Reunions
Use this page to get in touch with old friends or colleagues from the Solihull area - Reunions

Area 4 Ladies Circle
Area 4 Ladies Circle - If you're 18-45 and looking for fun and friendship then look no further than Area 4 Ladies Circle for whatever we do, we have fun doing it!! Area 4 Ladies Circle is made up of 7 Circles in the West Midlands namely : Bromsgrove, Coleshill & District, Droitwich Spa, Hall Green, Knowle & Dorridge, Moseley and Shirley, (groups are also in process of setting up in Atherstone, Redditch, Sutton and Tamworth)  - thus wherever you live in the West Midlands there will be a Circle near you. So, if you're looking to have fun, make new friends and try new activities - visit /www.freewebs.com/ladiescirclearea4/index.htm or phone 0121 733 6794 for more information.

Babes and  Briefcase
A networking group for parents who juggle meeting monthly in both Birmingham and Solihull.  We meet to make new contacts but also to raise money for charity.  For further information please visit the website.
Email: Info@babesandbriefcase.co.uk
Website: www.babesandbriefcase.co.uk

Barston Young Farmers Club
Barston YFC is for 10 to 26 year olds who have an interest in the countryside or just want to meet new people. We meet every Tuesday at Barston Memorial Hall at 8:00pm for talks activities and social events. You don't have to be a farmer to join!
www.barstonyfc.org.uk

Barston W.I.
Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 2.15pm at the Memorial Hall, Barston Lane.
www.thewi.org.uk/institute.aspx?id=2051&fed=94&inst=8797

Bentley Heath W.I. Tel: 01564 772103
Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7.30pm at the Bentley Heath Community Centre, Widney Road.
www.thewi.org.uk/institute.aspx?id=2051&fed=94&inst=8523

Birmingham IVC - Multi Activity Social and Sports Club
Birmingham IVC is a friendly non-profit making multi-activity club that organises a wide range of social, cultural, leisure and sporting activities. Based in Birmingham, the club has a membership covering the West Midlands, Warwickshire, Worcestershire and South Staffordshire areas. We have a very active weekends away and holidays programme. Contact Peter Howe, Membership Secretary on 0121 373 3332
Email: membership@birminghamivc.org
www.birminghamivc.org

 Chelmsley Wood Royal British Legion
The club premises are at: Clopton Crescent, Chelmsley Wood, Birmingham, B37 6QT
The club is open seven days a week between 7.00pm and 11.00pm, and Saturday, Sunday and Monday lunch-times between 12.00 noon and 3.00pm. The Branch Welfare Services are available to all ex-service people living in our catchment area, whether they are members or not. The club premises have recently undergone a major refurbishment, providing an excellent venue to relax, meet your friends and colleagues and catch up on all the news and views. New members are always welcome, especially ex-service men and women. So why not come along and meet us, or give us a call on 0121 770 1793 (club number during opening hours) to get YOUR membership application form.

Cheswick Green W.I.
Meetings held 3rd Thursday of each month 7.45pm at the Village hall, Cheswick Way.
www.thewi.org.uk/institute.aspx?id=2051&fed=94&inst=8985

Crowning Years Luncheon Club
'Where over 55's meet to enjoy good company, food and friendship'. We meet at St. Helen's Church Hall, St. Helen's Road, Solihull.   12 noon every other Thursday.   Occasional after-lunch speakers and musical interludes etc.   £7 per head (includes 2 course meal & tea or coffee).  For further information call Kath on 0121 705 0656.   Advanced booking essential. Crowning Years Luncheon Club is organised by The King's Church, Solihull
www.kingschurchsolihull.org.uk/over55.html

Dorridge W.I. Tel: 0121 704 4560
Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of the month at 7.30pm in Dorridge Village Hall, Grange Road.
www.thewi.org.uk/institute.aspx?id=2051&fed=94&inst=8939

Friends Around 50, Women's Social and Activity Network
Are you female and in your 40s-60s? Would you like to make new likeminded friends throughout the West Midlands, whilst enjoying a very wide range of events and activities. Then join Friends Around 50. Events and activities vary from pampering to adventure and include all kinds of meals, theatre, coffee meetings, parties, twice weekly walks, weekends away and much more. New members meetings are held regularly. Members are very friendly and enjoy meeting and mixing rather than forming exclusive groups. For further details please contact Sue 01789 293101 or visit our website
Email: fa50@fsmail.net
www.friendsaround50midlands.co.uk

Gingerbread (Solihull)
A self-help group for lone parents and their children meet every Friday from 7.15pm to 9.00pm at St. Margaret's Church, Old Warwick Road (just off Warwick Road, near to Olton Station), Solihull.  Opportunity to meet and make friends with other parents and children, with play activities for children of all ages.  For further details telephone 0121 605 7016
www.solihull-online.com/gb.htm

Grandparents Association
We meet on the first Thursday of each month in the Methodist Church Hall, adjacent to the Church in Station Approach, Solihull at 2p.m.
We are a friendly group of grandparents who for whatever reason cannot get to see their grandchildren.  We try to support each other and come up with ideas and suggestions to break the dead-lock.  Come and have a cup of tea and a biscuit with us and share your thoughts with us in this informal and discrete environment.  Everyone welcome.  There is no charge.
Email: info@grandparents-association.org.uk
http://grandparents-association.org.uk

GYGL is a lesbian & gay youth group for the youth (under 25) of Solihull, for anyone who wants to meet people like themselves. The aim of the group is to provide friendship, support and a safe place to be yourself. GYGL provides free coffee & tea, trips out, music and information on all aspects of gay life, including how to remain safe. Due to homophobia we are currently unable to make details of where we meet publicly available, but for more information call THT in Coventry on 024 7622 4090. There is soon to be a youth group in the north of Solihull and there is currently one that meets in Coventry, both contactable on the above number.
Email gygl@dsl.pipex.com
I have just noticed this site and I think it's great. The GYGL (Solihull) group is closed at the moment (we have no building), but the second group in Chelmsley Wood is now running.
For those who would like information call 024 7622 9292 or e-mail Charlie on Charliet@thtmidlands.org.uk

Hampton-in-Arden W.I.
Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm at Fentham Hall, Hampton-in-Arden.
www.thewi.org.uk/institute.aspx?id=2051&fed=94&inst=9022

Heart of England Speakers Club
Improve your ability to speak effectively in public by learning in a friendly supportive environment among peers who also want improve their public speaking skills. Learn by practice and from receiving constructive feedback from fellow members. This club is one of the thousands of "Toastmasters International" clubs established around the world.
www.heartspeakers.org.uk

Hobs Moat W.I.
Meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday of the month 7.00pm at the Hobs Moat Reform Church, in Faulkner Road.
and can be contacted on 0121 705 5838
www.thewi.org.uk/institute.aspx?id=2051&fed=94&inst=9056

Hockley Heath W.I.
Meetings held 1st Thursday each Month 7.30pm at the King George VI Memorial Hall.
Tel: 0121 430 4427
www.thewi.org.uk/institute.aspx?id=2051&fed=94&inst=8464

Knowle Society
Established to maintain the character of the village, the Society holds regular meetings, local walks and social events.
Tel: 01564 775887
www.knowlesociety.org.uk

Knowle & Dorridge Ladies Circle
www.freewebs.com/ladiescirclearea4/knowledorridge.htm

Knowle & Dorridge Rotary Club
Club meets Mondays at the Greswolde Hotel, Knowle.  Visitors are made very welcome and interesting speakers will inform and entertain you.
www.knowlerotary.co.uk

Knowle Scottish Country Dance Club
Knowle United Reform Church Hall, Station Road, Knowle
Dancing every Thursday 7.45pm until 10.30 pm. All are welcome, with or without a partner. Contact: 01564 776919
www.solihull-online.com/kscdc.htm

Knowle W.I. Telephone 0121 784 1703
Meetings held 3rd Monday each Month 2.00pm at the Guild Hall, Knowle.

Ladies Allsorts
Ladies Allsorts organises social events and activities for Solihull women to enjoy. Ladies Allsorts social group has members of all ages and all situations; from single to married, divorced to widowed, children to grand-children...it really is allsorts. Whatever age you are Ladies Allsorts gives you the opportunity to enjoy social events with friendly females. Visit www.ladiesallsorts.co.uk for more information. There are always new members joining the group, so you will always get to meet different people and don’t need to worry about being the ‘new girl’! 

Ladies Circle
Could your life use a little livening up??????
Want an opportunity to escape from the ironing, the children and the husband twice a month? Well with us you can...............................
Ladies Circle (Area 4) are looking for new members, we are a Fun Organisation for Woman aged 18-45.  We don't discriminate in any way and whether you're a full time accountant, shop assistant, housewife or student as long as you want to have fun you are welcome to come along.  Its not expensive to join, there is no uniform and you get the opportunity to meet hundreds of new friends and take part in experiences you never thought you would try.  Gone are the days of afternoon tea & cake making its about Fun Friendship and trying something new .......................  And the best thing about all of this is its only for us GIRLS.   Interested in giving it a go, drop me an e-mail samcowley-1@tiscali.co.uk .  You wont know until you try

Ladies Who Socialise
Are you a Lady who wants to socialise? Are you a lady who wants to enjoy life? A lady who wants to enjoy fabulous outings with a hint of glamour? A lady who wants to do fun things with like-minded women? Then you need Ladies Who Socialise! We provide a ready-made social life for you to enjoy as an individual woman, with like-minded ladies. If you want to bring friends you can, but most ladies come on their own and make the most of the fabulous company provided by the other members!
Email: info@ladieswhosocialise.com
www.ladieswhosocialise.com

Lions Clubs Balsall Common · Knowle and Dorridge · Shirley · Solihull
Lions are members of Lions Clubs International, a community service organisation dedicated to the idea that the men and women who live in a community are in the best position to know who needs help and why. Local Clubs are part of the world's largest such organisation, with 1.4 million members serving in more than 180 countries and areas. The association is both non-political and non-sectarian.
www.lions105m.org.uk

Monkspath W.I.
Meetings held  3rd Monday of each month Shelly Farm Community Centre at 7.45pm
Telephone 0121 705 6896
www.thewi.org.uk/institute.aspx?id=2051&fed=94&inst=9023

Olton Royal British Legion
Based in Masons Way, Olton (opposite McDonalds).  We are open 7 days a week, have live entertainment, community and private functions, open days etc see website for full details.
Tel: 0121 706 0145

Olton Residents Association
The association can be contacted on: 0121 706 3409

Olton W.I.
Meetings held 2nd Thursday of each month 7.45pm at Masons Court, Hillborough Road. Tel: 0121 745 9671
www.thewi.org.uk/institute.aspx?id=2051&fed=94&inst=8466

Prince's Trust
The Prince's Trust Team is for enthusiastic 16-25 year olds who would like to meet new people and improve their personal skills over a twelve week development programme. Throughout the programme you will work towards a City and Guilds qualification. During the course you will spend a week away on residential and get the chance to work with the local community. The Prince's Trust Programme is well recognised by employers nationally and can help get your life working. Don't hesitate to find out more. Do it why you can!!!!
www.princes-trust.org.uk

RAF Association Solihull Branch
The Solihull Branch of the RAF Association is looking for new members to join them. RAFA is a membership of serving and former members of RAF and those with an interest in aviation. We meet every first Thursday of the month at the Royal British Legion Club, Shirley. We have a very varied programme throughout the year, together with the monthly Amble and Luncheon Club. If you are interested in joining the branch contact Ken Jarvis on 0121 744 5116 for details.

Sans Souci Speakers Club
Sans Souci Speakers Club offers you the opportunity to learn and practise skills to enable you to express yourself clearly and persuasively.
Email: sanssoucienquiries@orange.net
www.sanssoucispeakers.co.uk

Shelly Farm Community Centre
Farmhouse Way, Monkspath, Solihull.
Opened in 1994, the Centre offers a wide variety of groups and activities for all ages and abilities. The Centre is also available at the weekend for daytime private hire. The Centre is a registered charity and also arranges various community events which are open to members of the public.
For more information contact 0121 744 0253
or email mary.ayres@talk21.com

Shirley Bridge Club Tel: 0121 704 1785

Shirley Horticultural Society
The Society can be contacted on 0121 745 6046. Meetings held on the 2nd Monday of the month at Church House, Church Road, Shirley at 7.45pm.

Shirley Ladies Circle
If you're 18-45 and looking for fun and friendship then look no further than Shirley Circle for whatever we do, we have fun doing it!!
For example, ten pin bowling, cinema trips, golf, swimming, tobogganing, rock climbing and meeting at the Moat House for a meal, a chance to catch up on everyone's news and look forward to future events.
http://groups.msn.com/shirleyladiescircle

Shirley Residents Association
The Association can be contacted on 0121 744 5907. Meetings held at The Shirley Centre, Stratford Rd, Shirley

Shirley Round Table
Shirley Round Table is for guys between the ages of 18 and 45. We meet the 2nd and 4th Thursdays each month and have a host of other activities in between. Having a keen family focus, Shirley Ladies Circle (for girls between 18 and 45) are our close ally and there are numerous joint events. why not contact Gary Smith on 07958 509562 and find out what you are missing. For more information about Round Table visit our website at www.roundtable.org.uk

Shirley Royal British Legion
Tel: 0121 744 2167

Shirley Townswomen's Guild Tel: 01564 70 2991

Solihull 18 Plus Group
Established for 21 years the group provides social and recreational activities for adults aged 18 to 35. Meetings held every Wednesday at Silhill Football Club, Sharmans Cross Road from 8pm
www.plusgroups.org.uk/a/solihull

Solihull Business Club
In business? Interested in meeting like minded people? We hold regular informal meetings at 8pm on the first Tuesday of each month
www.solihullbusinessclub.org.uk

Solihull Life Opportunities
Solihull based charity providing social and leisure opportunities for people with learning difficulties
Email: info@solihullsolo.co.uk
www.solihullsolo.co.uk

Solihull Methodist Church
The church holds activities for young people, such as Rainbows, Beavers, Brownies, Cubs, Guides, Scouts, Youth Club and Junior Church. For more details on any of the above activities, please call the Church Office on 0121 705 7367 or email: office@solihull-methodist.org.uk
www.solihull-methodist.org.uk

Solihull Municipal Club
Sports and Social Club, Brick Kiln Lane (off Widney Lane) Solihull
Club provides Social and sports activities including Bowls (outdoor, rink green), cricket with emphasis on coaching for young players, football, snooker with coaching for young players, darts, & Ladies Keep-fit Section. Families welcome. Children's events and Christmas Party/pantomime. Quiz Nights. Large function Room available for parties and family celebrations. (details from Club Manager Peter Parsons) Associate membership available. Annual subscription £25 per annum (incl. vat). Council staff membership £12 per annum ( £1 monthly deducted from salary) membership applications invited from Solihull Police personnel, Fire and ambulance services subscriptions £12 per annum.
Contacts: Club 0121 705 1192  Club Secretary 0121 441 4567
Email: solmuniclub@blueyonder.co.uk
http://solihull-municipalclub.co.uk/

Solihull Reading Group
A new reading group is looking for  members to discuss informally and share their thoughts on novels.  All people welcome regardless of age, education or preferred genres.  If you are interested please contact Matthew on 07984 665870
Email: SolihullReadingGroup@hotmail.com

Solihull Round Table
Welcome to a Great Time. Isn't it about time that you found yourself another release valve and found some new & exciting ways of having fun? Everything you do in Round table brings enjoyment, most of all it's always fun!  The things that you can do are truly varied: paint balling, sailing, formal dinners, parties, BBQ's, camping, a day at the races, hot air ballooning or even international visits. Your only limit is your imagination.  We meet twice a month on a pre-designed night of the week. For further details please contact Nigel on 07968 476757 or view our web site. You might be missing out on one of the best-kept secrets that isn't supposed to be one! - do you want to continue missing out? Contact us now and we will arrange for you to attend a meeting or event as a guest without obligation or commitment.  Go on give it a try!
www.solihullroundtable.com

Solihull Royal British Legion
Tel: 0121 705 0742

Solihull South Asian Group
Welcome to the group of South Asians living in Solihull, Birmingham UK. We are all far away from our loved ones. This group tries to bring all Asians together making us a bit closer to whatever we left behind. We host regular family oriented events for festivals, etc
Email: solihull-sag@yahoogroups.co.uk
http://ssag.co.uk/

Solihull Speakers Club
We offer a relaxed, friendly environment in which to learn and practice public speaking skills that enable you to express yourself clearly and persuasively in any situation.  Our new season of fortnightly meetings starts on September 6^th at 7:30pm at the Downing Hall, Knowle, Solihull and we welcome speakers at all levels from beginners to the more experienced to join us. Starting on the 20^th September we will be once again running our popular “3-session taster course”. The taster course provides delegates with a raft of useful communication tips and this year includes a session on how to make PowerPoint presentations more effective. For more information on the club or the taster course please call Mary Smith on 01564 772981, email membership@SolihullSpeakers.co.uk  or visit www.solihullspeakers.co.uk

Solihull W.I.
Meetings held 3rd Wednesday of each month 7.30pm at the WI Hall, 745 Warwick Road.
www.thewi.org.uk/institute.aspx?id=2051&fed=94&inst=8413

West Midlands LGB Women Only Sports and Social Network
Join the NEWLY established Lesbian Gay Bisexual Women ONLY sports and social network, venues are held in Birmingham, Solihull etc. For full details please email.
Email: lgb.women.sportsandsocialnetwork@googlemail.com

Wythall Community Association
The Association is a local social club, in Silver Street, Wythall. Its based in the local park, where there is a large family club, it has large halls to hire out, for any event. It also holds many different events daily. In the autumn, a Carnival is held in the park. In winter, a bonfire night is held. For 2004, the entry is free. Come along with the family and friends and have fun. Contact me on 0121 430 7467 and ask for Paul.  Email: marpul@onetel.com
www.wythallpark.org.uk
 

Religious Groups

Cheswick Green Family Church
Meets at Cheswick Green School

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Everyone is welcome to join worship services at our chapel in Hampton Lane each Sunday at 10 a.m.
The youth groups meet every Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. For additional details contact 0121 608 3646
Email: john.mclaverty@gmail.com
www.lds.org.uk

Dickens Heath Village Church
"A village church for the 21st Century: friendly, informal, real life" expresses the best of what the newly established DHVC seeks to be. Firmly planted in the village with a contemporary and casual style of worship,
we're eager to be a people who credibly live the Christian message.
www.dickensheathchurch.org.uk

Dorridge Methodist Church
www.dorridgemethodists.org.uk

Find a Chuch
An excellent idea that lets you find a Church in any part of the country - very well put together but requires information from churches in this area. www.findachurch.co.uk

Hockley Heath Baptist Church
Worships Sundays at 4.00pm in Spring Lane.

Kings Church Solihull
www.kingschurchsolihull.org.uk

Knowle and Dorridge Christadelphians
www.knowleanddorridgechristadelphians.org

Knowle Parish Church
We are a lively and growing church and our aim is to know Christ and make him known. We hope this website helps you to discover more about us, but do get in touch if you want to know more, or visit us for a more personal welcome.
www.knowleparishchurch.org.uk

Knowle United Reformed Church
Join us for worship on Sunday mornings at 9.30 am.
www.solihull-online.com/kurc.htm

Lyndon Methodist Church
www.lyndonmethodist.org/

Olton Baptist Church
Meets each Sunday morning, 10.30am, at Langley School, Kineton Green Road. Sunday Club for children from crèche to 11 years, youth groups from 11+. Toddlers held at Olton United Reformed Church, Monday mornings. Email: revhcj@xalt.co.uk
www.oltonbaptist.org

Our Lady of the Wayside, Shirley
Our Lady of the Wayside RC Church is a lively, modern church in Shirley, Solihull, with many active charity projects around the world. The church is a very fine example of Catholic churches built in this country since the Second Vatican Council 1962-65
http://welcome.to/ourlady

Potowa Buddhist Centre
Accessible Meditation classes for beginners. We teach basic non-religious meditation techniques for a healthy and stress free life.  We meet on Wednesday Evening at 7.00pm. We meet at Olton Library, 169a Warwick Road, Olton. www.solihull-online.com/pbc.htm

Renewal Christian Centre
We are a Church made up of many nations attracting over 1000 worshippers each week. We are living in exciting days and we are so blessed by what God is doing in peoples lives.
www.renewalcc.com

REV!VE
REV!VE is the youth group from King's Church Solihull. REV!VE is about bringing a relevant, appealing and active expression of faith to the young people of Solihull. You won't be bored here!  Why not check out our website: www.reviveyouth.net

Shirley Baptist Church
A Beacon of God's Love in the heart of Shirley, Solihull.
www.shirleybaptist.org.uk

Shirley Evangelical Church
A Family Church located in Green Lane, just over the bridge from Shirley Station. Our main Sunday morning meeting is at 10:30.
We have a mother and toddlers group, weekly children's club and a youth club. Please visit our web site for more information.

Solihull Hebrew Congregation
Solihull Shul is an independent Orthodox Synagogue which consists of a compact but growing, friendly and enthusiastic Community
www.solihullshul.org

Solihull Healing Group
Solihull Healing Group is an independent group of healers offering monthly public healing sessions in the Ash Room, The Hub, Touchwood Centre, Solihull on the third Saturday of every month between 10am and 12 pm. All our healers are trained and members of the National Federation of Spiritual Healers. We also offer support to individuals who wish to develop their healing skills. We meet on the first Monday of every month at The Hub, Touchwood Centre, Solihull from 7.30pm-10pm

Solihull Methodist Church
A family church in the Elmdon Circuit of the Birmingham District of the Methodist Connexion and is also an active participant in the Central Solihull Fellowship of Churches
www.solihull-methodist.org.uk

Solihull Muslim Community Association
The SMCA is a vibrant active community organisation for local Muslim and non-Muslims alike. We have regular events including Eid parties, a youth club for boys and girls, a local interfaith group, the children's Sunday School and lots of fundraisers, summer parties and more! Come along to our regular Friday night meeting, St Peter's School 6th Form at 7.30pm to find out more. Email: gs.smca@lineone.net
www.smca.org.uk

Solihull Parish of St Alphege
A wealth of information about the parish including an Ecumenical Who's Who, Community Care, Parish News, Young Bytes and What's on Guide
www.solihullparish.org.uk
 

Help & Advice

Alzheimer's Society Solihull Branch
Support for people with dementia and their carers.
Carer Support groups at Shirley, Solihull and Chelmsley Wood.
The Alzheimer's Society is the leading UK care and research charity for people with dementia, their families and carers.
Telephone 0121 711 1199
http://alzheimers.org.uk/BranchWebsites/birminghamandsolihull

Birmingham / Solihull PACE
A Group for Parents/Carers of Children with Epilepsy. Anybody interested in this group can either contact  Mrs. Egan on 0121 747 7128 or by email from our webpage.
www.solihull-online.com/pace.htm

Bromford Housing Floating Support
Housing association providing tenancy and housing relating support, aimed at promoting independence.  Service funded by Supporting People and incorporates weekly visits to provide housing and tenancy related support with the aim of encouraging independent living.
Services provided for: young singles and generic service users (Contact 0121 770 4172) and service users with a learning or physical disability (contact 01926 485 370) for further information.
Email: Bernadette.Hawthorne@bromford.co.uk
Phone: 0121 704 9936

Solihull Carers Centre
We offer a confidential, free, information and advice service for carers. Carers are people who look after a relative or friend who is sick, frail or disabled and who could not manage without their help. We offer information on getting a break, on local support groups, on money and benefits, how to get specialist equipment, and much more.
We are based at the Bapist Church Centre, Hedingham Grove, Chelmsley Wood, Solihull, B37 7TP
Tel: 0121 788 1143
Email: sol.carerscentre@btconnect.com
www.solihull.nhs.uk/socialcare/adultcarers_cc.asp

FastAid - Emergency Community Responders
FastAid is a registered charity who provides Emergency Community Responders for the Solihull Community and surrounding areas who attend 999 calls on behalf of the West Midlands Ambulance Service. All responders are volunteers who are trained to a high level by the Ambulance Service. There is a constant need for new responders and donations and sponsorship from the local community to maintain this vital organisation and future growth to provide unparalled patient care in YOUR community. So if you either raise money for charities or are looking to sponsor a worthwhile organisation please consider FastAid. For full details of the organisation and how you can help please visit our website or contact Dave Monk on 07802-441039
Email: info@fastaid.org.uk
www.fastaid.org.uk

CASCADE
An award winning drug information service based in Solihull, gives information and advice for young people, by young people
www.solihull.gov.uk/fostering/alcoholanddrugs_8036.htm

Castle Bromwich Parish Council
The Parish Council Office is open Mondays-Fridays between 9am - 1 pm.  Situated at Arden Hall, Water Orton Road in Castle Bromwich.  The Parish Council is responsible for management of Arden Hall and various open spaces and village greens within the civil parish. For further information please telephone 0121 747 6503.
Email counciloffice@castlebromwichpc.gov.uk
www.castlebromwichpc.gov.uk

M.E./ C.F.S. Support Group
Solihull and South Birmingham M.E. support Group is an independent, self supporting group set up to provide support for sufferers of M.E./C.F.S. living in the Solihull and South Birmingham area.  Telephone: 0121 704 0817 or  07967 271 920
www.ssb4.me.uk

Patient & Public Involvement Forum Organisation
INDEPENDENT Local forums that monitor the services provided by Solihull & Heartlands Hospitals and Solihull Primary Care Trust.   New members welcome.  One general meeting a month, other meetings as required.  Inspecton visits arranged, training and support provided to assist members carry out their activities (networking, sub-groups, consultations, focuc groups, etc.)
www.ppif.org.uk

Relate Solihull
For appointments and enquiries please telephone 0121 643 1638 to speak to a member of staff.
www.relate.org.uk/Location_SXDC31-A77F6959.html

Solihull Action Through Advocacy
Solihull Action Through Advocacy offers support to adults with learning disabilities to get their voices heard. We work to empower our clients and support them in making informed choices in their lives. We also support parents with learning disabilities. Volunteers are always needed for a range of activities. For further details on any aspect of our work, or if you wish to volunteer please contact us on 0121 733 2434
www.solihulladvocacy.org.uk

Solihull Bereavement Counselling Service
Solihull Bereavement Counselling Service (SBCS) Provides bereavement support for the residents of the Borough of Solihull. Please contact Telephone 0121 424 5103 or email solihullbcs@aol.com
SBCS is a registered Charity 578753

Solihull Council for Voluntary Service
Solihull Council for Voluntary Service (SCVS) provides support, promotion and development of voluntary and community activity in the whole of the Solihull Borough.  SCVS, by mutual agreement, is able to help recruit volunteers on behalf of local organisations. SCVS provides information and advice about funding matters and funding sources.  SCVS is registered as an umbrella body with the Criminal Records Bureau for the purpose of handling 'police checks'.  SCVS also produces a Directory of Local Organisations.  We are located in The Priory, Church Hill Road, Solihull - 0121 704 1619.

Solihull Healing Group
www.solihullhealers.co.uk

Solihull Heart Support
An active group of former heart patients who provide support to other heart patients in the Solihull area.  We aim to help heart patients lead a near normal life. We are affiliated to the BHF
www.solihullheartsupport.org.uk

Solihull Neighbourhood Watch
These pages tell you about The Neighbourhood Watch scheme operating in the Solihull "Sector E" area of Shirley, Monkspath and Cheswick Green
www.neighbourhoodwatch.net/local/solihull

Solihull Samaritans
Samaritans provides confidential emotional support, 24 hours a day for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicide. You don't have to be suicidal to contact us. We are here for you if you're worried about something, feel upset or confused, or you just want to talk to someone. There are many ways to contact us -  you can ring 0121 704 5255 or 08457 90 90 90, email jo@samaritans.org, write to Chris, PO Box 90 90, Stirling, FK8 2SA or visit the centre at Station Approach, SOLIHULL, West Midlands, B91 1LE (usually open between 8am and 10pm but if you ring 0121 704 2255 beforehand we can ensure there will be someone there to meet you.) If you need someone to talk to, please contact us today.
www.samaritans.org/talk_to_someone/find_my_local_branch/west_midlands/solihull.aspx

Solihull Sports Club for the Disabled
C/O Sandra Wild, 49 Scott Road, Olton, Solihull.
Telephone 0121 707 2579 Email: wild@bunch49.freeserve.co.uk

Solihull Victim Support
Solihull Victim Support offer emotional support, practical advise, and assistance with criminal injuries compensation claims to residents of the Solihull area who have been affected by crime.  The core of our services is run by specially trained volunteers, our service is free and confidential.  If you have been affected by crime and would like our assistance, or you're interested in volunteering we can be contacted at: 353 Stratford Road, Shirley, Solihull B90 3BW or telephone 0121 745 7400.
 

Hobbies and Interests

Arden Bridge Club
Meet Tuesday and Thursday at 7pm At Shirley Institute Shirley. Bridge Lessons for beginners Tuesdays evenings and Friday Mornings
http://ardenbridge.tripod.com

Central Stage School Adult Dance Class
Adult Dance Class. 30 minutes Tap and 30 minutes Modern. Held at Olton Friary Church Hall. Monday Evening 7pm-8pm. Beginners and Intermediates Welcome. Come and have some fun!
Email: info@centralstageschool.co.uk
www.centralstageschool.co.uk

Heart of England Way Association
Walking Group with special interest in maintaining and promoting the Heart of England Way (100 miles)  and The Arden Way (26 miles) centred on Warwickshire. At least two guided walks a month many in the "Arden Forest area" - details contained on the web site or by e mail from the walks secretary.
www.heartofenglandway.org 

Knowle Astronomical Society
A new Astronomical Society formed in Knowle. Monthly lectures, occasional trips and 'star parties'. www.knowleastro.org.uk

Knowle Dog Training Club
The aims of the Club are to further all forms of dog training and to promote positive dog care practices in Knowle.
www.kdtc.org.uk

Midland Paranormal Investigations
A non-profit and professional group of serious paranormal investigators that research ghosts, hauntings and poltergeists in and around Birmingham, Solihull and the Midlands, all team members have been trained in modern scientific methods to investigate and research the above mentioned phenomena.
All our services are free of charge for anyone that requires our assistance.
Email: info@midlandparanormal.org.uk
www.midlandparanormal.org.uk

North Arden Local History Society
The Society meets on the second Thursday of each month in the Spencer Lounge Bar at Arden Hall, Water Orton Road, Castle Bromwich.
www.solihull-online.com/nalhs.htm

Olton Tavern Bowling Club
The sport of crown green bowling has been practised at the rear of the Olton Tavern public house, for almost 50 years.
www.users.globalnet.co.uk/~hoz/otavern


The Ramblers' Association is Britain's biggest walking organisation with almost 140,000 members across England, Scotland and Wales and hundreds of affiliated walking and rambling clubs. As well as organising walking events and publishing a walking magazine
www.ramblers.org.uk

Shirley & Lucas Chess Club
Meets 7.30 Thursdays (and most Mondays) at Wythall Community Association & Club, Silver Lane, Wythall. For more information Contact Gordon Christie on 01564 826354.
http://users.powernet.co.uk/rees/Clubs/shirley.htm

Shirley Pipe Band
Based In the Heart Of Shirley. The Band meets up twice a week to practice. We perform at all types of events around the Midlands and further when required. We are always looking for new members... See the website for more details
www.shirleypipeband.com

Silhill Bridge Club
The club runs both Duplicate and Rubber Bridge sections. Duplicate is played on Monday and Thursday nights, Rubber on Wednesday afternoon and Saturday evenings. Contact John Adams - Telephone 01564 782232
www.bridgewebs.com/silhill/home.html

Solihull Amateur Radio Society
The society supports and encourages all aspects of Amateur Radio. Whilst the membership is largely made up of licensed Radio Amateurs from the Solihull area, all are welcome. Short-wave listeners, aspiring transmitting  amateurs and anyone with an interest in the technology of radio communication are especially invited to come along. Meetings are held at The Shirley Centre, 274 Stratford Road, Shirley, Solihull on the third Thursday evening each month.
http://homepages.which.net/~r_a.hancock/sars.htm

Solihull Archaeological Group
Meets monthly for talks on world-wide archaeology plus day and weekend visits. Also conducts excavations, most recently at Knowle Hall. Hon Sec Michael Townsend 0121 706 9308
http://mysite.wanadoo-members.co.uk/solihullarchaeology/

Solihull Chess Club
Solihull Chess Club has existed since 1947 and meets every Wednesday at 7.00 pm. We play in two different chess leagues and also run both an internal club championship and informal tournaments
www.shurrockd.freeserve.co.uk

Solihull Model Railway Circle
The Solihull Model Railway Circle was founded in Olton in 1951, making it one of the oldest model railway clubs in the Midlands, and it is still active today.
The clubs objective is to share and improve knowledge and skills between the members, to produce scenic model railway layouts in different scales and formats and to exhibit to the general public.
The existing members are of widely varying ages, skills and interests, from beginners to veterans. Within the club there are members with experience in loft layouts, baseboard building, track laying, electrics, signalling, locomotive and rolling stock building, detailing and weathering, model engineering, scenery, architectural modelling and civil and military road vehicle modelling.
The club owns two layouts, with plans for more. The main one is Cherwell, which is a scenic OO gauge, 26 feet 6 inches by 10 feet 6 inches, four track mainline with an integral branch line.
www.solihullmrc.org

Solihull Mountaineering Club
Mountaineering, climbing, walking and other outdoor activites.
www.solihullmc.org.uk

Solihull Scrapaholic Club
Lots of photographs but not quite sure what to do with them? Scrap them! Scrapbooking is the fastest growing craft that involves showcasing your favourite photos using archival techniques and papers that are acid and lignin-free. Meeting once a month on a Saturday afternoon, come and learn a new technique, try a club kit or simply scrap and crop your favourite photos. Interested? Contact Audrey on 0121 6942613 for more information or email audrey@scrapaholic.co.uk
www.scrapaholic.co.uk

Stamp Domain - Solihull Philatelic Society
The Solihull society was founded in 1970 and meetings are held at the Solihull Cricket and Tennis Club in Marsh Lane every Tuesday.
www.solihullphilatelicsociety.org.uk/

Vintage Trains
Vintage Trains runs steam trains on the Railtrack main line system including the Shakespeare Express to places of interest using locomotives based at the Birmingham Railway Museum in Tyseley.
www.vintagetrains.co.uk

Wagging Tails Dog Training
Positive kind  training for puppies and dogs.  We use clicker training in all our classes. 1 to 1 training for problem dogs. Day time classes are held at Cheswick Green Village Hall.
www.waggingtails.co.uk

West Midland Bird Club (Solihull Branch)
The West Midland Bird Club has been serving birdwatchers and ornithologists in the four English counties of Staffordshire, Warwickshire, Worcestershire and the Metropolitan West Midlands since 1929.
Email: solihull@westmidlandbirdclub.com
www.westmidlandbirdclub.com/solihull/index.htm

West Midlands 20s & 30s Walking Group
Walks range from easy local walks to mountainous walks in areas such as the Lake District. Group also has a very active social programme.
Email: enquiries@wmwg.co.uk
www.wmwg.co.uk/  

Wythall History Society
Started by Val Lewis after a preliminary meeting at Wythall Library in June 1993. As a television and newspaper journalist and lecturer, who had done research into the area and its people, she found that a number of like minded people were keen to find out more about this ancient village’s history, and that very little printed information was available.
www.wythallhistory.co.uk

Yardley and District Rambling Club
We have a programme of walks varying between 7 and 10 miles, on alternate Sundays, in different areas of the Midland countryside. For further information please visit our website.
www.ydramblers.co.uk
 

Ecology and Wildlife

British Waterways
Excellent site detailing the Grand Union and Stratford canals plus Earlswood Lakes
www.britishwaterways.co.uk

Council for the Protection of Rural England - CPRE
More than any other body, CPRE Warwickshire has worked to maintain the difference between town and country, preventing the worst excesses of urban sprawl. Contact Mrs D. Tracey 01676 535934
National website www.cpre.org.uk

Dorridge Park Conservation Group Tel: 01564 774594

English Heritage
The Government's lead body for the historic environment in England. Responsible for protecting the best of this country's unique legacy of historic buildings, landscapes and archaeological sites for the benefit of this and future generations.
www.english-heritage.org.uk

Friends of Knowle Park Society
Established to provide a focal point for activities in support of Knowle (Jobs Close) Park - a very significant local amenity used by & affecting thousands of local residents & potentially threatened by adverse development plans.
Email:  knowlepark@hotmail.com Website:  www.knowlepark.co.uk

Friends of the Earth - Birmingham

Friends of the Earth exists to protect and improve the conditions for life on Earth, now and for the future.
www.birminghamfoe.org.uk

Heart of England Organic Gardeners
A local group for people interested in the environment, organic growing and food, covering Warwickshire, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield and surrounding areas.  We meet regularly to visit gardens and farms, listen to speakers and share ideas. For more details look at the website or contact Ross Taylor on 01926 852135. Email: nfo@heog.org.uk
www.heog.org.uk

The Ramblers' (Solihull Group)
The Group was formed in 1987 and has a Membership of nearly 400 drawn from the Solihull post code area. New members are very welcome. We walk weekly on Saturdays or Sundays with an extra Tuesday ramble during each month. In the Summer months a few short evening walks are also included. 15 to 30 Members usually join us on these walks.
www.solihullramblers.org.uk

Solihull RSPB Members Group
Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month from September through to May at the Oliver Bird Hall, Church Hill Road, Solihull starting at 7.30 p.m. The group also organises half day local bird watching walks and full-day coach trips to more distant venues.  Non-RSPB members are welcome at all events. For full details of the group and its activities please contact John Roberts on 0121 707 3101
www.rspb.org.uk/groups/solihull
Warwickshire Wildlife Trust
The leading Local environmental charity. we protect wildlife and natural places throughout Warwickshire, Coventry and Solihull so that we can all enjoy it today and for generations to come. We meet locally at the W.I. Hall, Union Road, Solihull. Contact Ron Hill 0121 705 1429
www.warwickshire-wildlife-trust.org.uk