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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth

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Birmingham Friends of the Earth's centre for activism Meeting space, Cafe, Bike Shop, Book Shop, Office Space A place to make things happen

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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
There's still time to sign up for our Green Doors event coming up on October 16 & 17. www.birminghamgreendoors.co.uk/index.php/bo...
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
There's still time to apply to be our society secretary! All the details in the post below.
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Nick Foster @weknow0.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
OCTOBER EVENT: We are excited to welcome Brum group committee member @theresaderwin.bsky.social as our speaker for Fri 9th Oct. Come and join us at @inthewarehouse.bsky.social, Birmingham Friends of the Earth, or online via Zoom. Tickets on the door or via Eventbrite: eventbrite.com/e/2002382732...
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Birmingham SF Group welcomes Theresa Derwin
BSFG discussion with author Theresa Derwin
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
@birminghamfoe.bsky.social
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Join us for our Green Doors Tour 16-17 Oct! Come and learn about our energy efficiency measures. And book here: www.birminghamgreendoors.co.uk/index.php/bo...
Join us on a small group study tour of this model of energy efficiency improvements to a traditional building. 

Friday 16th Oct 12:30-1:30pm
Saturday 17th Oct 10:30am-12pm & 12:30-2pm
Book your place today!
The Warehouse, 54-57 Allison Street, B5 5TH
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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Pride Flag Stitching! Join us Saturday 17th October 12:30-4:30pm at @inthewarehouse.bsky.social in Digbeth to help create a giant Pride Flag out of scrap fabric. It's a welcoming community event, and no sewing experience is needed. Free refreshments! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pride-flag...
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Pride Flag Stitching Event
Join Brimingham Friends of the Earth for our free Pride Flag Stitching Event on the 17th of October 12.30PM-4.30PM!
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
A better rail proposal is possible! Read our position statement and find out how you can help, here: birminghamfoe.org.uk/a-better-rai...
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Yet another of the huge diversity of cultural, activist, community or just downright fascinating events we host here!
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Rajan Naidu 📎 Ⓥ @rajannaidu.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
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Page by Rajan Naidu 📎 Ⓥ | @rajannaidu.bsky.social
The British government must now move beyond acknowledging the law to actually enforcing the law. Ed Miliband's speech on behalf of the government has made it very clear that the only acceptable course...
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Jane @localnotail.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Come on down to the Council House for International Day of Birmingham, see the Re-Union Jack ♥️ #OneBrum Goldship have repurposed dozens of dirty & torn polyester flags removed from Birmingham's lamp posts to create a huge Union Jack, adorned with the names of people who have called Birmingham home
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GOLDSHIP Re-Union Jack 2026

Repurposed polyester flags/Mixed media.

Re-Union Jack is an ongoing community art project conceived by GoldShip, the creative duo of textile sculptor Clare Elisabeth and event producer Sam Shipman.

Repurposing dozens of dirty and torn polyester flags removed from Birmingham's lamp posts, Clare and Sam, alongside countless contributors from the wider community, pieced them together to create a huge Union Jack.

The flag was then transformed over several months by countless more contributors into a visual celebration of the people and stories that have helped shape the West Midlands. Across its surface are the names of influential Midlanders, spanning from the Anglo-Saxon Beorma, after whom Birmingham takes its name, through to the present day. Each has a connection to migration, immigration or the positive influence of people who have made the West Midlands their home.

Together, these names reflect the region's extraordinary history as a vibrant melting pot of cultures, ideas, talent and communities - and the positive contribution that migration has made to its identity.

The flag has since been signed in black by many of the people whose names feature upon it as a collective endorsement of its message of unity, inclusion and community.Photo of huge Union (Jack) Flag on lighting truss in the hall of the Council House. 
It's glorious and bears many names upon it of the people of Birmingham 
Each has a connection to migration, immigration or the positive influence of people who have made the West Midlands their home.
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Film screenings from the @birminghamfoe.bsky.social archive! with @vividprojectsuk.bsky.social 2-3 Oct vividprojects.org.uk/events/event... - really looking forward to this!
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Vivid Projects x Friends of The Earth | Vivid Projects
02/10 6-8pm Digbeth First Friday | Vivid Projects space & BRIG Cafe 03/10 2-5pm Vivid Projects space Vivid Projects autumn programme opens with a new collaboration with Birmingham Friends of The Earth...
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Still a couple of weeks to apply for this - please share if you know someone highly organised who likes co-ops and has a little time on their hands!
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
We @birminghamfoe.bsky.social were so sorry to hear of the death of Joe Holyoak. Our tribute birminghamfoe.org.uk/our-tribute-...
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Our Tribute to Joe Holyoak – Birmingham Friends of The Earth
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
@birminghamfoe.bsky.social is seeking a Society Secretary to help it fulfil its role as one of the city’s leading environmental organisations. This is a voluntary role that can be carried out by a Board member or a volunteer. Click for more details or to apply: birminghamfoe.org.uk/about-us/sec...
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
There are also other events happening here next week as part of Heritage Week, including workshops from @vividprojectsuk and a talk about the campaign to save the Victoria Square post office - do check them out!
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Our Heritage Week event is happening this Sunday from 11-3. We will have artefacts from the past 50 years of BFoE activities, long-term volunteers with stories to share and tours to show what we've done to retrofit our Victorian buildings. Get tickets here: actionnetwork.org/events/creat...
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Creating an Eco-Friendly Space for Social Change at The Warehouse
Explore how Birmingham Friends of the Earth retrofit our Victorian buildings to create an energy-efficient, community-owned hub for social change. Birmingham Friends of the Earth got the keys to “The...
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Just a couple of photos from @birminghamfoe.bsky.social photo archives. Many more will be on display at our Heritage Week event on the 13th, where we'll be running tours to showcase 50 years of campaigning and working for a greener, fairer Brum actionnetwork.org/events/creat...
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Nick Foster @weknow0.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Only one week to go until we welcome SF author @justinarobson.bsky.social to @birminghamsfgroup.bsky.social on Fri 11 Sept. Come explore the impact of technology on humanity at @inthewarehouse.bsky.social or via Zoom. Tickets available on the door or via Eventbrite: eventbrite.co.uk/e/1998349464...
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Birmingham SF Group welcomes Justina Robson
BSFG interview with SF author Justina Robson
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
As part of Birmingham Heritage Week we are holding another open day on Sunday September 13th, from 11-3pm. This one has a focus on @birminghamfoe.bsky.social's retrofitting work past and present. This event is free, but please sign up via this link: actionnetwork.org/events/creat...
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
thank you for sharing - and we're glad you enjoyed using our spaces in the past.
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Lovely video about our open day on Saturday from photographer Hayley Salter. Reminder that the consulation closes THIS FRIDAY so this week is the last chance to have your say about why community spaces like the Warehouse matter. mrhalliance.co.uk/consultation
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
URGENT! The MRHA consultation on the railway works that threaten Digbeth and The Warehouse closes THIS FRIDAY. It's your last chance to let them know that better railways don't have to cost community. mrhalliance.co.uk/consultation Our advice on responding: birminghamfoe.org.uk/help-us-save...
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Reminder that our open day is this coming Saturday. Come along and fill out the MRHA consultation and have some fun!
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John Munro @johnmunro.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
An incredible honor to ride with the Gaza Sunbirds and other international guests of the Big Ride for Ireland - Dublin to Belfast.
International guests of the Big Ride for Palestine Ireland
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Stand Up To Racism Birmingham @sutrbirmingham.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Join us in Birmingham city centre this October as thousands come together to stand for unity, solidarity and hope. This is one event you won't want to miss.
WEST MIDLANDS AGAINST RACISM
UNITY MARCH & RALLY
SUNDAY 4TH OCTOBER
ASSEMBLE 1PM B'HAM CITY CENTREMarch supporters
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Excited that so many people who use our building have generously offered to contribute to our big Save The Warehouse open day. Volunteers will be on hand to help fill out the MRHA consultation and @birminghamfoe.bsky.social campaigners and more will be offering fun activities.
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Seems we're not alone in seeing parallels with HHGTTG... Thank you, this is brilliant!
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Nick Foster @weknow0.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
A plea for the future of @inthewarehouse.bsky.social
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Hi Kerry, that is not what happens with compulsory purchase. We would be offered the market value of our land, which does not account for social value or decades' worth of volunteer hours. We're calling on MRHA to consider alternative proposals that don't decimate the cultural landscape of Digbeth.
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Link here to book (free) tickets: actionnetwork.org/events/save-...
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Save the Warehouse
Birmingham Friends of the Earth’s beloved community hub is threatened with demolition by plans to extend Moor Street Station. WE NEED YOUR HELP! Our home, The Warehouse, is under threat… This build...
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
We want this to be a fun day showcasing all the amazing things that happen here. @birminghamfoe.bsky.social Campaigners are running a clothes swap and mending cafe, The Philosopher's Yard,, Happy Accidents Improv, SHE Choir Birmingham and Secret City Arts will be performing or running activities.
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
We understand that filling out consultations can be daunting so we're having an open day on August 22nd where volunteers will be on hand to help people fill out the MRHA consultation. We'll have printed copies of the materials and the BRIG Cafe at the Warehouse will be open selling refreshments.
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Peace Hub @quakerpeacehub.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
On Tuesdays 8th Sept, 13th Oct & 10th Nov we'll get together over a cuppa in the lovely atmosphere of the BRIG Cafe @inthewarehouse.bsky.social for relaxed, interactive workshops looking at: 🤔 What matters to us? 💡 Ideas for making a difference. 🤝 Supporting each other to keep going.
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
But seriously - building greener public transport infrastructure is necessary for transitioning away from fossil fuels BUT it cannot come at the cost of community assets and creative spaces.
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
It's all feeliing very Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy around here... In the middle of the hottest, driest summer yet (again) we are fighting to save our building when we're all facing the much greater threat of human-induced climate change. birminghamfoe.org.uk/a-weary-clim...
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
thank you for sharing, Catherine.
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
We hosted The Big Ride for Palestine for the lunch stop for their Birmingham ride. 171 riders visited Shaw's Passage & Digbeth Community Garden garden to enjoy food from BRIG Cafe. It's great to see the street filled with bikes and riders, instead of the usual Saturday afternoon car traffic!
street filled with bikes, riders, and Palestine flags
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
or you can read the BBC's summary article: read the BBC's summary here: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Digbeth venues fear future amid rail upgrade
Rail plans promise growth but could wipe out the Warehouse and Night Owl, in Birmingham's Digbeth.
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Karen Leach was on BBC Radio West Midlands talking about the threat to the building and campaign to save the Birmingham Friends of the Earth Warehouse. Catch Karen's segment from 2h 11 to 2h 19: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Nice writeup of the demolition threat to the Warehouse, by Rebecca Nolten in the Birmingham Express today. We'd add that there are also major impacts on conservation & local economy and query the value for money of the current proposal. birminghamexpress.co.uk/local/digbet...
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Digbeth Community Hub Faces Demolition Threat
The Warehouse in Digbeth could be demolished under Midlands Rail Hub plans, with campaigners warning Birmingham risks losing a vital community hub.
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
This looks like being a lovely event - Singing Resistance, 2nd August 11am at BRIG Cafe at the Warehouse. All welcome!
The same info as in our text body on a flowers and butterflies background but also with the phone no 07546 855198 and a QR code.
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
We're making ourselves visible both on the street and popping up in the news in a few places! Great writeup by Murthaza Ali-Hassan www.birmingham-now.co.uk/news/2640525...
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‘It feels like they didn’t know we existed’ - Fears over Birmingham hub's future
Organisations in the Warehouse on Allison Street in Digbeth speak out about the Midland Rail Hub plans for the Bordesley Viaduct.
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Hi David, did you mean to repond to us? I'm not sure how this is relevant to our advice on responding to the MRHA consultation about whether to demolish our community building, which isn't in the council's hands.
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
People asked for more info on how to respond to the MRHA consultation so we've put a guide together: birminghamfoe.org.uk/further-info...
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Tonight at BRIG Cafe at the Warehouse! Music of Defiance & Celebration - 7pm til late 🎵✊🎉
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
Thank you s much, Tim!
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Birmingham Friends of the Earth @birminghamfoe.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
We support better public transport -we've campaigned for decades- & it can be achieved without our community hub being demolished. Plans are in the early stages, so please fill in the consultation to encourage other options. It's open until 28th August. Info at birminghamfoe.org.uk/help-us-save...
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Help us save the Warehouse – Birmingham Friends of The Earth
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Loss of the entire Birmingham Friends of the Earth Warehouse in fact, not just its cafe and bookshop! We are horrified by this, and we believe the rail improvements don't need to require this. More information here - grateful for any responses defending us. birminghamfoe.org.uk/help-us-save...
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Help us save the Warehouse – Birmingham Friends of The Earth
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The Warehouse - Birmingham Friends of the Earth @inthewarehouse.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
We're horrified by this news. Please help us by responding to the consultation. We support the rail improvements but it does NOT have to mean losing a precious resource for the whole city that has been five decades in the making. Another way is possible! birminghamfoe.org.uk/help-us-save...
Shows our building with 'green lungs' mural & bike stands on corner of Allison St/Shaws Passage with AT RISK across it: The Warehouse is threatened with demolition by plans to extend Moor Street Station.
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