2023 marked the 80th anniversary of 2078 (Boscobel) Squadron Air Training Corps. The Officer Commanding of the squadron approached us to see if we could plant a commemorative tree to mark the auspicious occasion. Obviously there is a strong link between the ‘Royal Oak’ and the squadron so it seemed appropriate that they should plant … Read more
On 14th October 2023 we held our fourth Repair Cafe at Bilbrook Village Hall, and what a morning it was! We smashed all previous records with 85 repairs, consisting of 5 x electrical, 9 x PAT testing, 6 x sewing, 9 x Jewellery, 4 x bikes, 6 x general, and a huge 46 tools sharpened! … Read more
In September we lost two full-grown trees in Bilbrook. Early in the month, we were notified that one of the Norwegian Maple trees on Joey’s Lane was being removed. The County Council had deemed it unsafe as it was split, and leaning into the road. We hate to see any trees being taken out, especially … Read more
What a lovely day we had in Jubilee Wood on the 23rd September. Four families came to our Family Fun Day hosted by Mandi from Enjoying Creativity Outdoors which saw everyone getting stuck into outdoor activities such as mud painting, weaving bug hunting and making bird feeders. The sun was shining and everyone really enjoyed … Read more
11 years ago, we planted trees on what was grass, cut to within an inch of its life every month, by the County Council. Now that same area is bursting with life. Let Jubilee Wood be an inspiration to do something in your garden for wildlife. Plant a tree, put in a wildlife pond, leave … Read more
Our Repair Cafe on 17th June was another great success. Over 30 members of the public came and had 50 repairs carried out. The most popular service was garden tools and knife sharpening, however a host of items were repaired. We even managed to get someone’s treasured vintage food mixer operational. The plant and seed … Read more
On a hot and sticky Tuesday in June we were joined by volunteers from Autoneum, based in Halesowen. These volunteers were spending a day with as as part of Autoneum’s CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) program. They worked really hard, helping us to control the Himalayan Balsam that grows alongside Moat Brook. Himalayan Balsam is incredibly … Read more
In May, Bilbrook Parish Council gave out Community Awards to members of the community who have volunteered their time and efforts to make Bilbrook a better place to live in. The Friends of Bilbrook were very proud that some of their members and supporters received awards.
This video was sent to us in May by someone who took part in the nesting box workshop we held in the Jubilee Wood last year. Everyone took home their nesting boxes and hopefully, they all put them up ready for spring. If you took part and have birds in your nesting box, please send … Read more
On 11th May we joined forces with a team of budding young volunteers from Bilbrook Codsall Beavers. Over the period of an hour we collected 3 large bags of litter from Lime Tree Gardens and surrounding streets. Thank you to all who helped us, you’ve stopped this litter from harming wildlife, breaking down into micro-plastics … Read more
