The first half term of the school year has finally arrived! And with the lead-up to Halloween too, there’s plenty of fun things to do in Harborne. Firstly, the Harborne Pumpkin Parade is back! Join us from Friday 21st-Monday 31st October for spooktacular fun. Using the trail sheet, located the 18 pumpkins dotted around Harborne […]
We’ve got some tricks (or treats) up our sleeve for you to make this the best spooky season yet – the Harborne Pumpkin Parade is BACK for 2022! Join us between Friday 21st-Monday 31st October to find 18 pumpkins on display across Harborne businesses! We are asking for the help of our local Halloween hunters […]
Full national mourning guidance has been published following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on 8th September 2022. This contains important information for businesses in regard to their operations during the mourning period. Closing after the death of Her Majesty remains at the discretion of individual institutions. There may be a shutdown during […]
We are deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on 8th September 2022. Queen Elizabeth II was born on 21 April 1926 and became Queen on 6 February 1952 following the death of her father King George VI after a prolonged illness. The Queen has ruled for longer than any other […]
It’s already been a very exciting summer in Harborne, with our “Screen on the Green’ and all the Commonwealth Games celebrations across the city! And now we’re even more excited to be bringing back our Harborne Green Village Fete, even bigger and better for its second year! Join us on Sunday 4th September, between 11am-6pm, […]
To commemorate the Commonwealth Games coming to Birmingham this month, we have launched a brand new competition with local schools! After the success of our Platinum Portraits competition during the Jubilee weekend, we’ve invited Chad Vale, Harborne, St Mary’s and St Peter’s primary schools to create sporting pictures. Entries will also be in with the […]
The Commonwealth Games in Birmingham are fast approaching, and we can’t wait to celebrate it right here in Harborne! As Harborne is so close to many of the Games’ venues, and we expect many tourists and even athletes to be so close by, we really want to get into the full spirit, so we have […]
Have you spotted the virtual docks for the West Midlands Cycle Hire here in Harborne? Back in March, 5 virtual docking stations were launched in Harborne, which was supported by us here at the Harborne Village BID. This was initially set to be a two month trial, however these docks are set to be made […]
We love hearing the amazing news shared by Harborne businesses, and we want to share these with you too, so here’s a round-up of our highlights: New burger restaurant to open in the Village We’re super excited for The Bun & Barrel to arrive in Harborne – and it’s coming from none other than the […]
With Father’s Day fast approaching, here are some of our favourite spots in Harborne to show your appreciation for the dad or father figure in your life! Food and drink Paper Duck If your dad’s a beer lover, this is the place to go! They have a great indoor and outdoor space to share a […]