Peddle to puree perfection on our smoothie bike. Enter the raffle to
be in with a chance of winning a top-of-the-range juicer. Sample some
healthy BBQ treats and pick up some recipes as you tuck in.

We will also be joined by staff from the NHS, 60 of whom will be
trained by Urban Veg to become Primary Care Trust cluster champions in
food growing, with a health check stand to make sure you’re in tip
top condition.

Ever wondered why some foods make you feel fab but can also make you
fat? Come and find out why some foods affect our mood. Other
interactive stands include ‘What is Taste?’ Royal Society Chemists
invite you to try their taste test. Nature’s pharmacy – try some old
fashioned remedies, picked straight from the larder and herb patch.

And it that wasn’t enough, there will also be a chance to sign up
for upcoming courses, meet local groups tackling these issues and find
out more about how to start growing your own whether you have a box,
balcony, garden or field. This event also takes place in association
with Brum Dine with Me, EU Researchers Day, where there will be many
other food themed events across the University and beyond. Visit
www.birmingham.ac.uk/oncampus for more information.

And before we forget, there’s also something called Chickenology
which we think speaks for itself!

All are welcome and entry to the garden is free from 2 till 9pm. There
is plenty for adults and children

Winterbourne House and Garden
www.winterbourne.org.uk

All events to take place at Salop Drive Market Garden, Salop Drive, Bristnell, Oldbury, B68 9AG unless otherwise stated.

Friday 31st August 1pm-3pm meeting of the Sandwell permaculture group.

Friday 7th September 11am-3.30pm Visit to Harry and Barbras combined garden in Kingstanding including a picture show of its development. Please bring lunch to share. Limited numbers on this one so please let me know if you are interested.

Friday 21st September 12pm-3pm Bee talk with Brigit Strawbridge-£3 entry fee just to cover costs. The decline in the bee population is well covered in the media,but it is not only the honey bees that are suffering.In this informative and inspiring talk Brigit Strawbridge explains the importance
of (and difference between) honey bees,bumble bees and solitary bees the problems they all face and how you can help them on your allotments and gardens.

EVENTS WHERE WE WILL HAVE STALLS

Saturday 22nd September- Salop Drive market garden

Sunday 23rd September- Martineau gardens

Saturday 6th October- St Johns (apple event)
Our stall will be promoting permaculture,spreading the word about our group,looking for new members and selling produce grown/made by the group to raise funds for the group.

EVENTS TBC

October- Multi-fuctional weaving workshop
The plan is to learn a new skill and to cut and re-weave the willow domes.We will use the off cuts to make raised beds for the site.Put some aside to make structures and make baskets.We will also set some aside to share with other local projects.There will be a small charge of £3 on this one to cover costs.

For further information about these events or anything else concerning the Sandwell and Birmingham permaculture group please email Nyrees at live.co.uk or phone 07793 815793.