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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 1h
Join North Summerfield Residents for their free Autumn Food Share on Sunday 11th October, 1.30-4.30pm at Coplow Street Grow Site. Bring a dish to share and stay for bulb planting, family activities and plant sales. A great chance to connect with the local community. All welcome!
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
A patch of grass at the Omnia green space in Bordesley Green is on its way to becoming a wildflower meadow, after 37 local people joined us to plant it! Our Nature Engagement Officer Abi ran the session with Alison from The Patchwork Meadow.
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Free bat walk with Lickey Hills Society, Friday 25th September, meet 7pm at the Lickey Hills Visitor Centre, Warren Lane. Led by local Rangers using bat detectors, lasting around 2 hours. Bring a torch and suitable footwear. Dogs on leads welcome. No need to register, just turn up!
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
The The Wildlife Trusts are welcoming applications for their 26/27 ELP2 cohort, the final year in its current form. It's a free 9-month programme for 18-25s across the West Midlands, building leadership skills and hands-on environmental experience. Find out more: elp2.uk
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Highbury Park Friends @highburyprkfriends.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Our next event is a walk with Alf Dimmock ex Senior Park Ranger looking at improvements made since 2010. Friday 4th September meeting at 10.30 in Shutlock Lane Car Park. Please wear footwear suitable for rough ground.
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Friends of Edgbaston Reservoir @edgresfriends.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Fri 4 Sept is the evening to get out and join us for Bat night .19.30 start . Meet at Reservoir rd entrance. Free. No booking needed @bosfonline.bsky.social @brumcjc.bsky.social @bearwoodcouncil.bsky.social
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Join us for our next BOSF morning social in Holders Woods (B13 8NL) this Thursday, 11am-12.30pm - tea, coffee & cake and a great chance to connect with park & open spaces volunteers in one of Birmingham's oldest woodlands. Free, booking is essential: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bosf-morni...
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Public Mapping Survey: where would you place trees and pocket parks in Birmingham? A quick 20-min activity for an important European research study - live until 15 Sept. Birmingham TreePeople & Uni of Birmingham students need your help! Take part: app.maptionnaire.com...
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Join us for our next Morning Social with Holders Woods Conservation in one of Birmingham's oldest woodlands. Meet open spaces volunteers, share ideas and enjoy refreshments together. Thursday 3 Sept, 11am-12.30pm Holders Woods, B13 8NL Free, booking essential: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bosf-morni...
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Friends of Hill Hook Local Nature Reserve @hillhookfriends.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Join us for to find out about the different species of bats that make their homes at Hill Hook, and see some of many types of moths that they feed on there! We will be using bat-detectors to find and identify bats around the reserve. @bbcwildlifetrust.bsky.social @bosfonline.bsky.social
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Fruit Tree Maintenance session with @sparkgreenpark.bsky.social & Fruit & Nut Village. Thursday 6th August, 5-7pm. Learn pruning, mulching, watering and more. No experience needed. Spark Green Park Orchard, behind Nelson Mandela School, Stoney Lane, Balsall Heath. What3Words: healers.appeal.likely
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
It's #LoveParksWeek - we want to say a huge thank you to the volunteers who help week after week to look after Birmingham's parks and open spaces! 💚 Their dedication makes a real difference to the communities and local wildlife who benefit from these spaces every day, we're proud to support them!
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Birmingham TreePeople are hiring a part-time Tree Care Coordinator (14.8hrs/week) to coordinate volunteers caring for trees across the city. Deadline: midnight 2nd August. Interviews from 10th August. Full details & job pack: www.birminghamtreepe...
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Huge congrats to Cannon Hill Park, Handsworth Park & Kings Heath Park on their Keep Britain Tidy Green Flag Awards 2026! All three are maintained by Birmingham City Council and supported by many brilliant local 'Friends Of' park volunteer groups! Well done to everyone involved!
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Veolia UK's Sustainability Fund is open! Cash grants up to £1,000 for projects boosting biodiversity, sustainable waste, resource protection or social wellbeing. Open to community groups, charities, schools & individuals. Deadline: Wed 30 Sept. Apply: www.veolia.co.uk/sus...
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
We're really looking forward to today's social! Join us this afternoon for a riverside walk with Friends of Reddings Lane Park and Hall Green's Keepin' It Clean. 1pm-3pm, meet at Blackberry Way, Shire Country Park, B11 4BU. There's also a litter pick 2-3pm if you fancy lending a hand!
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Friends of Hill Hook Local Nature Reserve @hillhookfriends.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
We have some upcoming events for your diaries! Our next conservation work party will be on Saturday July 25th, and we are very pleased to announce the return of our Bat and Moth Night on Friday August 28th. @bosfonline.bsky.social
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idealvillagepark.bsky.social @idealvillagepark.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Ideal Village Park officially identified on the map by us, previously shown as the recreation ground @bosfonline.bsky.social
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Join us this Monday for our next Afternoon Social at Coplow Street Grow Site, hosted by North Summerfield Residents Association! 4pm-7pm, This is a great chance to meet fellow parks volunteers, enjoy food & refreshments and a plant sale. Register for a free ticket here: www.eventbrite.co.uk...
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Friends of Edgbaston Reservoir @edgresfriends.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
Tower site development CONSULTATION. Monday 13 July 4-7.SEA CADETS EDG RES B16 9EE Meet the developers Have your say Open to all @bosfonline.bsky.social @brumgreens.bsky.social @bbcwildlifetrust.bsky.social
CONSULTATION on TOWER SITE AT EDG RES. OPEN TO ALL. MONDAY 13 JULY 4/7 pm 
SEA CADETS B16 9EE #edgbastonreservoir
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
This Sunday, Balsall Heath comes together to celebrate community and green space with the East/West Retrofit Walking Procession. Banners, flags and drums from Balsall Heath Park, taking in Seven Streets Park, George Street Park and Calthorpe Park. Meet 11am, Balsall Heath Park. #BHCFest26
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Free community day in #Saltley - tree care, sports, games and refreshments. Wednesday 8th July, 11am-2.30pm, Alexander Way opposite Saltley Learning Centre. Come along for as long as you like - walk-ins welcome! #Birmingham
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Marsh Hill Allotments are hosting their Summer Show on Saturday 11th July, 11am to 4pm at B23 7HE - a celebration of their past and future! Stalls on the day include garden stall, candles, cakes, books, Beeman, Hedgehog Rescue, History Group and much more!
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Friends of Spark Green Park @sparkgreenpark.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
🗓️ Date: Monday, 27th June ⏰ Time: 10 AM - 12 PM 📍 Location: Bandstand in Sparkhill Park Free event
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Pollinator-friendly planting and winter food for birds - exactly the kind of care that makes such a difference to wildlife in our parks and open spaces. Well done to all the @hillhookfriends.bsky.social volunteers! 💚
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
Less than a week to go until our Afternoon Social at the Coplow Street Grow Site - a brilliant local growing space! This Thursday, 4-7pm, for a relaxed few hours with food & refreshments, a plant sale & children's activities - everyone's welcome! Free tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bosf-after...
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BOSF Afternoon Social at Coplow Street Grow Site
Join BOSF and North Summerfield Residents Association for an afternoon social at the Coplow Street Grow Site. Free entry - all welcome!
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Friends of Sparkhill Park, Roam Project and The Springfield Project are running free nature sessions for young children (2-5 years, all welcome) in #Sparkhill Park. Fridays 19th, 26th June and 3rd July, 9.30-11am near the Park Rd Nursery end. Just turn up! #Birmingham
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
The @sparkgreenpark.bsky.social volunteers & @narthexsparkhill.bsky.social are hosting a litter pick this Sat 20 June, 11am-1pm. Meet at the park's playground swings. They're looking for more volunteers to join their friendly group, and every bit of help counts. All equipment provided! #Birmingham
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
There's still time to apply for the Community Matters Fund, with up to £2,000 for community organisations. The fund supports green space improvements across the Midlands - #Birmingham groups are eligible. Deadline is 5pm Friday 26 June. Apply at localgiving.org/comm...
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Co-op's Local Community Fund is open for applications - a share of £3.5 million is available for local charities and community groups across the UK. Deadline is 24 June 2026. Find out more and apply at www.co-operative.coop/media/news-r...
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Friends of Bradford Street @bradford-street.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
Our next monthly litter pick takes place this Saturday at 11am outside The Anchor Digbeth as usual, hope to see you there!
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
A brilliant milestone from the Friends of @bradford-street.bsky.social - 1,000 litter bags filled over nearly 4yrs of community action. Huge congratulations to everyone who has volunteered their time to keep the neighbourhood clean!💚 #Birmingham #BradfordStreet #Litterpick #volunteers
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Friends of Hill Hook Local Nature Reserve @hillhookfriends.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
We’re getting ready for our Wildlife Garden planting day on Saturday! The first lot of plants have arrived and are being looked after in our Chair’s back garden until then! If you fancy helping out, we’d love to see you. @rosybeeplants.bsky.social @bosfonline.bsky.social
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
The @sparkgreenpark.bsky.social & @narthexsparkhill.bsky.social volunteers are holding a community litter-pick on Sat 20 June, 11am-1pm, they are inviting everyone to come and get involved! You don't need to commit to the whole session, even 30mins makes a difference. Spark Green Park, B12 8EH.
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Free screening: National Climate Emergency Briefing, Weds 17th June at The Royal, Sutton Coldfield, plus fireside chat on practical local action. Everyone welcome! Free tickets: eventbrite.co.uk/e/national-emergency-briefing-tickets-1987042061295
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National Emergency Briefing
Get the latest updates and crucial info at the National Emergency Briefing happening live and in person!
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Are you a Friends Group member? The British Trust for Ornithology want to hear from you. Your knowledge could help shape decisions that benefit both birds and the people who use and help care for their local green spaces. Please take 5 minutes to complete this quick survey: docs.google.com/form...
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Friends of Hill Hook Local Nature Reserve @hillhookfriends.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Great to hear that so many wonderful insects have been seen at Hill Hook Local Nature Reserve recently.
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
A lovely afternoon at the Omnia green space last week - wildlife spotting, scavenger hunts, bird feeders and compost exploring! Thanks to Abi (BOSF) and The Active Wellbeing Society for hosting. Vote on the space renaming, and check out upcoming Nature Engagement Sessions: bosf.org.uk/bosf-events/
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
With temperatures already soaring this week, keep yourselves and each other safe in our parks and green spaces! Open water such as rivers, streams, pools and lakes may look tempting in the heat - but please do stay out. Look out for one another out there and enjoy the sunshine safely!
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Looking for summer plants? Come along to Cofton Nursery's Plant Sale Open Days on Saturday 23 May and Monday 25 May 2026, 9am - 3pm. Cofton Nursery, Lickey Road, Rednal, B45 8UR. For general opening times visit: www.birmingham.gov.uk/info/20089/p... @bhamcitycouncil.bsky.social
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
It's #MentalHealthAwareness Week 2026 - this year's theme is Action. 💚 Research shows just 10 minutes in nature can reduce stress & boost mood - volunteering with a local Friends Group takes it even further: purposeful, outdoors, & community-connected. Find your nearest group: bosf.org.uk/map/
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Friends of Hill Hook Local Nature Reserve @hillhookfriends.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
The Friends of Hill Hook Local Nature Reserve are now on BlueSky! We are a community group who manage a small local nature reserve in Sutton Coldfield (W. Mids). Follow us to find out about the reserve’s wildlife, events & volunteer opportunities. @bosfonline.bsky.social @ecorecord.bsky.social
Some of the wildlife making its home at at Hill Hook: a family of Canada Geese (photo R. Newby)A Song Thrush singing in the woodland area of the reserve (Photo R. Newby)The reserve is home to many wild flowers: this is Cow Parley which is currently flowering by the mill pond (Photo R. Newby)The reserve is also home to many species of Dragonfly and Damselfly. This is a female Blue-tailed Damselfly.
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Our parks & open spaces volunteering figures for April 2025-March 2026 are in! An incredible 120,094 hours were logged, that's the equivalent of £1,615,264 (based on Real Living Wage of £13.45/hr). A huge shout-out to all the volunteers in #Birmingham - your efforts are making a real difference! 💚
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Our last Online Workshop was fully booked, don't miss out on this one: Building Your Community: Members, Supporters & Committee, Wed 20 May, 6-7:30pm Free for BOSF members, book now: limitedeventbrite.co.uk/e/online-workshop-building-your-community-members-supporters-committee-tickets-1988023873923
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Online Workshop - Building Your Community: Members, Supporters & Committee
BOSF Online Workshop: Understand the differences between members, supporters and committee roles - and why it matters
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Friends of Spark Green Park @sparkgreenpark.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
At the #birminghambotanicalgardens @brumbiosphere.bsky.social launch by founder Chris Millward with guest speakers local historian Professor Carl Chinn MBE and Dr Birgit Kehrer @changekitchen.bsky.social and more organisations @ecobirmingham.bsky.social @roam.bsky.social @bosfonline.bsky.social
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
155,000 steps and dozens of amazing volunteer groups. Last summer, BOSF Ambassador Chris Millward carried our 20th Anniversary Celebration Baton across #Birmingham - meeting the Friends Groups who help to care for the city's parks & open spaces. Watch here:
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum on Instagram: "155,000 steps, four Sundays and dozens of amazing volunteer groups! Last summer, BOSF Ambassador and Team4Nature Co-founder Chris Millward carried our 20th Anniversary Celebration Baton across Birmingham - meeting the Friends Groups who give their time to care for the city's parks and open spaces, and hearing their stories, memories and hopes for the future. It was an epic journey, and thanks to @fandangojane, we have this short film to share with you. Huge thanks to everyone who featured in the film, and to all the volunteer groups across Birmingham who help care for our city's parks and open spaces - you really are the Unsung Heroes! 💚 Later this week, Chris is launching the @brumbiosphere - a citywide initiative to build community and pride in place across Birmingham, connecting more people with nature. The launch takes place this Friday 24th and Saturday 25th April at @bhambotanicalgardens, and we will be there on both days - including a talk from BOSF team members and volunteer Friends Groups at 1pm on Saturday. Book your place for free at https://brumbiosphere.co.uk/ #BOSF #Birmingham #BrumBiosphere #Volunteers #Parks #OpenSpaces #Nature #Community #Brum #WestMidlands #BOSFbatoncelebrations"
bosfonline on April 20, 2026: "155,000 steps, four Sundays and dozens of amazing volunteer groups! Last summer, BOSF Ambassador and Team4Nature Co-founder Chris Millward carried our 20th Anniversary Celebration Baton across Birmingham - meeting the Friends Groups who give their time to care for the city's parks and open spaces, and hearing their stories, memories and hopes for the future. It was an epic journey, and thanks to @fandangojane, we have this short film to share with you. Huge thanks to everyone who featured in the film, and to all the volunteer groups across Birmingham who help care for our city's parks and open spaces - you really are the Unsung Heroes! 💚 Later this week, Chris is launching the @brumbiosphere - a citywide initiative to build community and pride in place across Birmingham, connecting more people with nature. The launch takes place this Friday 24th and Saturday 25th April at @bhambotanicalgardens, and we will be there on both days - including a talk from BOSF team members and volunteer Friends Groups at 1pm on Saturday. Book your place for free at https://brumbiosphere.co.uk/ #BOSF #Birmingham #BrumBiosphere #Volunteers #Parks #OpenSpaces #Nature #Community #Brum #WestMidlands #BOSFbatoncelebrations".
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
This Wednesday is #EarthDay, we're celebrating it in Handsworth Park - a free biodiversity recording workshop & nature walk with EcoRecord, hosted by the local Friends Group. Followed by a community social & vegan lunch. Only a handful of tickets left - book now: eventbrite.co.uk/e/1...
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Early start, but well worth it. The Friends of Ley Hill Park, @tcvnational.bsky.social and Health for Life are hosting a free Dawn Chorus Walk this Sunday 26th April - 5am start at Ley Hill Park, B31 1TT. Book your space by text/WhatsApp: 07584 402549 or email: g.powell@tcv.org.uk
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
#EarthDay: EcoRecord Workshop & Nature Walk 22 April, 11am–1pm Handsworth Park, Sons of Rest Building, B21 9EU, #Birmingham Learn iNaturalist app, explore wildlife - get ready for the #CityNatureChallenge Social & lunch to follow. Free: book via eventbrite.co.uk/e/1...
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Birmingham Open Spaces Forum @bosfonline.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Brilliant to see #Birmingham volunteers getting well-deserved recognition. Friends of Bradford Street & Erdington Litter Busters are just 2 of the amazing groups helping to make our city cleaner ^ greener. At BOSF we are proud to support over 180 Friends Groups across Brum!
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Piss, needles and political aspirations: the litter guerrillas cleaning up Brum
‘If there is hope, it lies in the litter-pickers’
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