A huge thank you to Woods Farm! Following the vandalism of 2 sets of lights on the Village Christmas Tree, Woods Farm have donated a replacement set of lights and loaned us the large ladders. Parish Councillors Trevor Eames and Alan Scholes couldn’t wait to get the new lights up on the tree!
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Vandalism of Village Green Christmas Tree Lights
The Parish Council are devastated to report that 2 brand new sets of lights on the Village Green Christmas tree have ‘failed’ because of acts of pure vandalism. After such a terrible year, the Councillors had really wanted to bring some Xmas cheer to the village – they arranged for a new safe mains power …
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Last Chance to Respond to Solihull Local Plan Review
Christmas Star
As Christmas approaches all the churches in Shirley are encouraging everyone to put a star in their window to represent hope peace and joy.
Village Christmas Tree
You may have noticed that the village Christmas tree is now up and decorated. It is in a new location on the Village Green with a new low volt mains power supply, new lights and with decorations made by children at Dickens Heath School.The tree has been provided by the Parish Council, and we would …
Royal Horticultural Society and Heart of England in Bloom
We have received a certificate from the Royal Horticultural Society and Heart of England in Bloom to recognise the valuable work we have put in through such hard times. We have had some beautiful floral decorations in the village, including the baskets provided by the Parish Council. We have had much appreciated assistance from residents …
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Cherry Blossom Tree in Remembrance of 2020
Thank you to Solihull MBC for providing this flowering cherry – to remember 2020, those who have lost loved ones, the dedication of the keyworkers, and the unsung heroes in our community. And thank you to our contractors Fairways for planting it – this was not an easy task! The tree was originally due to …
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New Trees for the Village Green
4 new trees have been planted on the Village Green this week. 3 diseased horse chestnut trees were removed a couple of weeks ago and Solihull MBC have provided 3 replacements (alternative specimens given that 3 of the horse chestnuts have died). Plus they have provided a flowering cherry as a Tree of Hope to …
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Solihull Local Plan Review Consultation – SMBC Webinars
Solihull Local Plan – Draft Submission Plan webinars SMBC officers are holding two webinars to help residents and businesses make final representations about Solihull’s Draft Submission Plan. Representations can be submitted up to Monday 14 December 2020, before the Plan is submitted for independent examination. Solihull’s Local Plan will guide the development of the borough …
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