This year is flying by, can you believe it’s already time for our November in Kings Heath blog?!
We have put together the biggest and best events, offers and promotions available right here in Kings Heath, and believe me you’re getting spoilt rotten! So read on to discover the delight that is Kings Heath!
Fall For Kings Heath!
Our Autumn Trail is up and running until the 10th of November. The Fall for Kings Heath trail invites children to get out and about in Kings Heath to find 15 missing leaves that have been scattered all around local businesses! To take part just pick up a trail from The Kings Heath Library and get hunting. Once you’ve found all the leaves you can return your form back to the library and you could be in with a chance of winning some PRIZES!
Firework Extravaganza!
We are kicking off November in Kings Heath with a BANG! Sunday 4th November the Firework Extravaganza is at the Kings Heath cricket and sports club. Starting at 4:30 PM it’s a great way to celebrate bonfire night whether you’re looking for a fun-filled evening with the family or a wine-filled evening with friends both are covered! Expect music, a fun fair, food and drink stalls and of course, fireworks!
Christmas Craft Fair!
Get into the festive spirit with Highbury Hall’s Christmas Craft Fair on the 24th and 25th November! Starting at 11 AM until 5 PM it’s a great place to get your stocking fillers and customised gifts for all the family. There will also be Mulled wine, mince pies, hot pork and stuffing baps to keep you nice and snug! £1 entry on the door
Bring Home Our Local Fallen!
Learn about 31 of our local heroes of WWI in an evening of remembrance and celebration at the Bishop Challoner Catholic College Teaching School. On the 7th and 8th of November from 5 PM until 7 PM, there will be some beautiful speeches, videos, artwork, literature, and poetry put together by the local students to
Yoga!
Improve your, strength, flexibility and balance with a relaxing, gentle flow yoga class at the New Life Baptist Church, every Wednesday at 10:45 AM. Run by Harriet Elizabeth who is qualified in many different types of yoga and runs a friendly style of teaching to help her students to connect with their body, mind, and soul. Check out her website for more information and other available classes.
Farmers Market
The monthly farmers market is back on November 3rd at the All Saints Village Square. There are a variety of stalls including the freshest of vegetables, fish & meat, homemade bread, cakes & pies, cheeses, herbs, tea & Coffee, and much more! Head down from 9 AM to 2 PM to get your local produce!
Drum Together Brum
Kings Heath offers African drumming workshops with Drum Together Brum! Starting at The British Legion (Station Road) every week on Wednesday from 7 PM – 8:30 PM (location may differ between The British Legion and The Station). Everyone one is welcome and all instruments are supplied! Each session is just £6 per person and you can discover the traditional and contemporary Rhythms of African culture!
Free Eye Test!
SeeSaw has got a great offer for you with a free eye test for all the family over the half term! Make sure you take full advantage of this offer while it lasts, and you can check out their selection of wicked glasses while you’re there!
Xover Nutrition!
Give your immune system a boost with a trip to Xover Nutrition and stock up on some healthy goods such as multivitamins, omega tablets, and some luxurious bath bombs! You’ll be ready to face the season ahead with full force!
Esme Eats!
If you’re a big fan of a take away then we have some good news for you! Esme Eats has an all-new takeaway menu for you to try! It includes chicken curry, jerk chicken and even a vegan and veggie menu! Sounds fab, click here to check it out or call 0121 448 3535 to place your order!
The Station!
Everyone knows the best way to keep warm in the winter is with food of course! And you know you can always trust in good
Black Lab’s Beer
As the cocktail season is over let’s turn to Black Lab for a perfect pint, they have recently added a range of home 2.0 craft beers to their menu that you simply MUST try. Their unique beers are brewed in the legendary brewing town of Pasvalys in the Lithuanian highland. The good folk at Black Lab say ‘The craftsmen behind these unique beers are the fourth-generation descendants of the renowned family of brewers. Keeping true to the age-old brewing traditions.’ Sounds good to us!
Rock ‘n’ Roll!
Fletchers are hosting the Out Of The Shadows Rock ‘n’ Roll Show! Starting at 3PM on Sunday 11th November, the 3 hours performance will show you an selection of classic hits such as Eddie Cochran’s “Summertime Blues”, Cliff Richard’s “I Could Easily Fall In Love With You’ and Dire Straits’ “Walk Of Life” along with ith some instrumental tunes to complete the evening. Tickets are available for £4 from The Kitchen Garden Cafe website or pay £5 on the door.
Or if you fancy something else…
The world-renowned musician and singer Clive Gregson is putting on a solo show at our very own Kitchen Garden Cafe at 8 PM on the 11th of November, it’s definitely worth checking out as The Independent states ‘…he does the lot.’ Tickets available here!
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Ruth Trimble is a young singer-songwriter from Nothern Island and in support of releasing her 3rd album names ‘Before The Rain’ she is putting on a solo concert at The Kitchen Garden Cafe on Thursday 29th of November, doors open at 7:30 and tickets are available from the website.
Back 2 The Old School!
It’s all going on at the Hare and Hounds on Saturday 17th November! They’re taking it back to the good
Wait there’s more…
Hare and Hounds are also putting on a night filled with disco and pop! On Friday 23rd of November, Vice city presents ABBA night with all the trimmings! There will be all ABBA’s best tunes along with classics from the fabulous era! Doors open from 9 PM until 3 AM, get your tickets online here!
Grace + James!
Clear your calendar for Thursday the 15th of November! Grace + James are having a Beaujolais Nouveau Party, this extravagant evening will include of a
Not forgetting…
A vegan wine tasting event is also taking place at Grace + James this November on the 22nd. Vegan or not, it’s a great opportunity to learn about and try some vegan wine!
Have a happy November in Kings Heath!