Solihull West Community Development Team

☕ Coffee Mornings at Heathview Rose ☕

Looking for a friendly place to enjoy a cuppa, meet new people and have a good chat? Come along to our weekly Coffee Morning at Heathview Rose.

📅 Every Monday
⏰ 10am – 12pm
📍 Heathview Rose Care Home, High Street, Shirley, Solihull, B90 1JW

Enjoy complimentary coffee and good company in a warm and welcoming setting. There’s no need to book – simply pop in!

🌹 Everyone is welcome, so bring a friend, neighbour or family member and start your Monday with us.

📞 For more information: 0121 468 0810
📧 [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you! ☕

The Community Development Team (CDT) is pleased to invite you to our upcoming Mental Health Connecting Communities Event – Continuing Conversations.

✅ Booking is required

Whether you're a community group, charity, service provider, volunteer or simply interested in supporting positive mental wellbeing, we'd love to see you there.

For more information contact: 📧 [email protected]

The Community Development Team (CDT) is pleased to invite you to our upcoming Mental Health Connecting Communities Event – Continuing Conversations.
This event will bring together local organisations, community groups, charities, service providers and partners to strengthen connections, share learning and explore opportunities to work together to support positive mental health and wellbeing across Solihull communities.

Event Details
📅 Date: Tuesday 20 October 2026
📍 Venue: Renewal Community Hub (formerly Renewal Family Centre), Vulcan Road (off Lode Lane), Solihull, B91 2JY
🕙 Time: 10:00am to 2:00pm (registration and refreshments from 9:45am)
🍴 Lunch: Provided free of charge
🚗 Parking: Free on-site parking is available at Renewal Church, Lode Lane, B91 2JR

What You Can Expect
✅ Opportunities to network with local organisations, community groups and partners
✅ Information about local mental health support, services, activities and resources available across Solihull
✅ Interactive discussions and conversations focused on community wellbeing
✅ The chance to showcase and learn about local projects, services and initiatives
✅ Practical ideas and resources that can support individuals, communities and organisations
✅ Opportunities to develop new partnerships and strengthen existing connections
✅ A welcoming, inclusive and accessible environment that focuses on positive mental health and community strengths

Our Mental Health Connecting Communities Events
💛 Bring people together to connect in one place
🤝 Provide practical support and information about available provision and resources
🎯 Build on community strengths by enabling local groups, charities and partners to showcase what they offer
😊 Focus on positive experiences through engaging, welcoming and accessible activities
📈 Create real impact by strengthening partnerships and increasing awareness of mental health support and opportunities within our communities

Important Information
Due to venue capacity, places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Registration is required, and we ask all attendees to book their own place.
To reserve a space please complete the following booking form: https://forms.gle/sBHBtMsH9iMFYTqY8

Registration closes at 4:00pm on Friday 9 October 2026.
If you have any questions regarding the event, please contact the Community Development Team at [email protected].

We hope you will be able to join us and look forward to continuing these important conversations together.

Mental Health Connecting Communities - Continuing Conversations The Community Development Team (CDT) would like to invite you to our next event: Mental Health Connecting Communities Event – Continuing Conversations 📅 Date: Tuesday 20 October 2026 📍 Venue: Renewal Community Hub (formerly Renewal Family Centre), Vulcan Road (off Lode Lane), Solihull, B91 2...

🌟 Belonging Together Community BBQ 🌟

A huge thank you to everyone who attended Sandalls Cottage for their Belonging Together Community BBQ! ❤️

It was wonderful to see them bring people together from different faiths, cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences to share food, conversation, laughter, and friendship. The afternoon was a beautiful reminder of what can happen when we create spaces where everyone feels welcome, valued, and included.

They have been so touched by the lovely feedback received afterwards. One guest shared that they had "made new friends", while another spoke about the warm hospitality, kindness, and delicious food. 💬🤝

A special thank you to their hosts, volunteers, guests, families, and everyone who gave their time, shared food, and helped make the event so memorable. Events like these show the power of community and the importance of creating opportunities for people to connect and belong.

Together, we are building stronger, kinder, and more connected communities. 💙

🌍🍔☀️🤝

☕ Coffee, Conversations & Community ☕

Looking for funding, resources or support for your community group? Want to start a group but don't know where to begin? Interested in volunteering, connecting with local activities, or sharing ideas to make a difference in your community?

Come along for a friendly chat with Jade from the Solihull Community Development Team. Whether you're a resident, volunteer, community group member, or simply curious about what's happening locally, everyone is welcome!

📍 Heathview Rose Care Home, High Street, Shirley, Solihull, B90 1JW
📅 Wednesday 23 Sept 2026
⏰ 10:30am to 12:30pm

Pop in for a coffee, a conversation, and find out about community opportunities, local groups, volunteering, funding, and support available in Solihull.

We look forward to meeting you! ☕🤝💚

🌟 YOUR SPACE. YOUR VOICE. YOUR SAY. 🌟

Are you aged 16-25 and living with a life-limiting condition? We want to hear from YOU! 💜

Bradley’s Promise is exploring the idea of creating a dedicated space where young people can connect, have fun, make friends and enjoy activities that matter to them.

🎮 Gaming
🎬 Movies & TV
🎨 Arts & crafts
⚽ Sports & games
🎱 Pool table
🎵 Music
☕ Chill out spaces
…and so much more!

But here’s the important part: we don’t want to decide what it should look like without you.

✅ What activities would you enjoy?
✅ How far would you travel?
✅ When would you like it to run?
✅ What would make you want to come along?

Your feedback will help shape a space that is truly designed by young people, for young people.

📱 Scan the QR code on the poster and complete the quick, anonymous survey today.

💬 Your voice matters. Help create something amazing and make sure it reflects what YOU want.

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🌟 Community Updates Spotlight 🌟

Did you know our fortnightly Community Updates showcase the incredible work taking place across Solihull? 🤝💙

From community groups and charities to volunteers, faith organisations, support services and local projects, we love highlighting the amazing activities that help make our borough such a vibrant, connected and caring place to live.

✨ Would you like us to spotlight your activity? Whether you're running an event, launching a new project, celebrating success, recruiting volunteers, or sharing a community opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!

📧 Email: [email protected]

Our team can provide details on how to feature your group, organisation or activity in our Community Updates.

Together, let's celebrate and share the fantastic work happening in our communities! 💚

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🌟 NEW Youth Club at St Margaret’s, Olton! 🌟

Looking for a fun place to make friends, try new activities and have a great time? 🎉

Youth Club @ St Margaret’s is a welcoming space for young people aged 9-13 years to unplug, connect and play! From games and challenges to creative activities and social fun, there’s something for everyone.

📅 Every other Wednesday
⏰ 7:00pm - 8:00pm
📍 St Margaret’s Church, Olton

Upcoming dates: ✅ 23rd September
✅ 7th & 21st October
✅ 4th & 18th November
✅ 9th December

Bring a friend and come along to discover something new in a safe and friendly environment! 🙌

For more information, contact Rev’d Louise:
📧 [email protected]
📞 0121 706 2318

🌟 St Helens Wednesday Lunch Club 🌟

It was an absolute pleasure to attend St Helens Wednesday Lunch Club this afternoon. 😊

Did you know they offer a delicious two-course cooked meal, followed by coffee, for just £6.50? ☕🍽️

The Lunch Club has been running for over 30 years and continues to provide a wonderful service to the local community. ❤️ All the cooking is prepared by dedicated volunteers and is especially aimed at supporting people who live alone, giving them the opportunity to enjoy a wholesome meal, good conversation, and great company. 🤝

Places must be pre-booked. For enquiries, please contact Anne Noble at 📧 [email protected].

The lunch runs between 12pm and 1.30pm

To make the day even more special, the club had its Food Hygiene Inspection today and achieved an outstanding 5-star rating! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A huge congratulations and thank you to all the volunteers who work so hard to make this valuable community service such a success. Your dedication, kindness, and commitment over the years are truly appreciated. 👏🎉💐

❤️😊🍽️☕