Sport and leisure activities in Birmingham
Apr 26 2009
Here just some of the leisure and sporting events providing fun for all the family in Birmingham this summer. Keep this page bookmarked for additions to the calendar.
Trees in Summer
A walk around the park to discover a variety of tree species.
2 – 3pm, May 2
Sheldon Country Park, Ragley Drive, Sheldon, Birmingham, B26 3TU.
More details from 0121 742 0226 and www.birmingham.gov.uk/sheldonpark.
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International Dawn Chorus Day
An early morning walk in Lickey Hills to hear and spot some of the 60-plus species of birds, some of which have flown thousands of miles to make the Lickeys their home at this time of year. Due to the early start booking is essential.
4.30am – 7.30am, May 3
Lickey Hills Country Park, Warren Lane, Rednal, Birmingham, B45 8ER.
Free, but booking essential on 0121 447 7106. Details also at www.birmingham.gov.uk/lickeyhills.
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Moseley Bog, between Yardley Wood Road and Wake Green Road, and the Chinn Brook. Meet at the entrance to Moseley Bog Local Nature Reserve at Yardley Wood Road.
Meet at 4.30am
More details from 0121 702 2739 or www.birmingham.gov.uk/shirecountrypark.
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Creepy Crawly Heaven
Slugs, snails, beetles and maybe a spider or two. Family event searching the undergrowth for mini-beasts.
1 – 2.30pm, May 3
Cannon Hill Park
Free
Details from 0121 442 4226 or www.birmingham.gov.uk/parks.
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Build a Bug House
A bug house is a simple and easy way to discover which creepy crawlies you share your garden with. So come and create a palace, a town house or a little country cottage – it’s up to you! Meet at Balaam’s Wood meadow, Ormond Road entrance.
11am – 2pm, May 9
Northfield Ranger Service
Free
0121 447 7106
www.birmingham.gov.uk/lickeyhills
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Dawn Chorus Walk
Set the alarm clock for this early morning start. This a Friends of Sutton Park Association event led by Robert Skeates.
5am, May 10
Sutton Park National Nature Reserve. Meet at Wyndley Gate, on Wyndley Lane.
More details from 0121 355 0112 or www.birmingham.gov.uk/suttonpark.
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Reptile Talk
See some of the Nature Centre’s reptiles up close and discover more about them. Suitable for children aged 8 and over.
2pm – 3pm, May 27.
Birmingham Nature Centre, Pershore Road, Edgbaston, B5 7RL.
Admission fee includes event entry.
Booking essential on 0121 472 7775. More details at www.birmingham.gov.uk/naturecentre.
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Teddy Bear’s Picnic
Look for the Bear Necessities for your teddy in Yorks Wood. Fun and games for all the family.
2pm – 4pm, May 27
Kingfisher Country Park, Shard End Community Centre, Packington Avenue, B34 7RD.
Free
Booking essential on 0121 748 3798. Details at www.birmingham.gov.uk/kingfisher.
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The British Basketball Finals Weekend
The top four championship teams will take part in the semi-finals on the Saturday, with the season finale on Sunday.
Entertainment comes from the Crazy Dunkers from France, cheerleaders the BBL Babes and team mascots. The best players from the league will compete in a BBL All Star game.
May 2 & 3
at National Indoor Arena
For tickets call 0844 338 8000 or visit www.theticketfactory.com.
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Birmingham Mail 5km Fun Run
The second Birmingham Mail 5km Fun Run, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support, starts in Perry Park and finishes at Birmingham Alexander Stadium.
You don’t need to be particularly fit to take part – you can run, jog or stroll around the route. Fancy dress is optional.
Last year’s run raised more than £70,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support and organisers hope to raise even more this year.
May 3
For more information or to register visit www.wetaketothestreets.org.uk , or call the fundraising team on 0121 742 6393.
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Learn to play golf
Try something new.... play golf! You don't have to be sporty or experienced to play golf - anyone can enjoy it.
Golf tuition is available throughout the year for any age or ability and equipment can be hired at a low cost if you don’t have any.
It's great fun to learn with friends or family so why not book a free taster session?
You can play at any of the seven public golf courses where you can enjoy gentle exercise and good company in pleasant surroundings.
If you have never played before, the Golf Pro will give you a free golf lesson and you can try a few holes afterwards with all equipment and balls loaned to you free of charge.
* No joining fees
* No expertise or expensive equipment necessary
* Try before you buy
Enjoy a different kind of afternoon tee!
More details here and from www.golfbirmingham.co.uk.
