Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Brierley Hill Community Forum Events calendar goes live on 15th August. Please check back then. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://brierleyhill.net/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Newsletter](https://brierleyhill.net/newsletter) - Just a test - [Everwild – Bloom and Breeze Spring Festival 19th April at Hawbush Community Gardens 1 Bull Street, DY5 3NQ](https://brierleyhill.net/everwild-bloom-and-breeze-spring-festival-19h-april-at-hawbush-community-gardens-1-bull-street-dy5-3nq) - Join us for our first Everwild Festival. A day of fun, creativity, and community followed by an evening of live music in the roundhouse. Our Spring Festival will be full of exciting activities with something for all the family to enjoy. From vibrant performances to hands-on crafts, food and drinks, there's something for everyone. Bring - [March Events at The Civic](https://brierleyhill.net/march-events-at-the-civic) - The Civic is jam packed with entertainment again this month – visit our website for info on everything coming up and to book tickets! - [Diva Dudley! Monday 24th March Dudley Town Hall Doors 6.30pm Show starts 7.30pm ](https://brierleyhill.net/diva-dudley-monday-24th-march-dudley-town-hall-doors-6-30pm-show-starts-7-30pm) - Diva Dudley Choir led by Louise Blackburn and special guests - Together we sing, together we shine A powerful evening of song and spoken word, capturing the strength of Black Country spirit, celebrate resilience, history, and the landscapes that shape us. FREE entry but please book via eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/diva-dudley-a-night-of-black-country-celebration-in-harmony-spoken-word-tickets-1248254495799 or WhatsApp Katie Whitehouse on 07832 200980 to reserve - [World War 2 remains discovered at Marsh Park](https://brierleyhill.net/world-war-2-remains-discovered-at-marsh-park) - There will be a FREE talk by Clive Westwood from Wolverhampton Archaeology Group on Wednesday 5th March starting 7.15pm at St Michael's Church Bell St South. Clive will be showing finds and discussing the WW2 lookout post foundations uncovered recently on Marsh Park. This site is a fascinating and tangible link to the town’s historic past. All welcome. The - [Jones Brothers clock returns to the High Street](https://brierleyhill.net/jones-brothers-clock-returns-to-the-high-street) - The iconic Brierley Hill town clock is back on the High Street following specialist repair and restoration work. Work to repair the clock was commissioned by Dudley Council utilising government funding. The clock dates back to the early part of the 20th century and is fixed to the outside of 151-153 High Street. The building was - [Brand new code club starting at Brierley Hill Library](https://brierleyhill.net/brand-new-code-club-starting-at-brierley-hill-library) - This club will run fortnightly starting on Friday the 21st March 3.45pm-4.45pm. Suitable for ages 8+ Learn to code, shape the future. Join a global community of creators!For more information on this exciting new club please call us on 01384 812874 or email us BrierleyHill.Library@gll.org - [1940s Day, Brierley Hill Market](https://brierleyhill.net/1940s-day-brierley-hill-market) - Saturday 8th March 11am-3pm the Market is hosting another of its very successful 1940s days. Step back in time to the glory days of World War 2 with a range of top-class performers on the market stage. These will include singer Vicky Elise, George Formby tribute Kyle Evans, tap dancer Katie Lewis, and banjo player Angie - [Parachuting Teddies get ready to fly](https://brierleyhill.net/parachuting-teddies-get-ready-to-fly) - Super coverage of the forthcoming parachuting event in the Express and Star! Remember, you can bring your own teddy and give it the experience of a lifetime. We'll provide the parachutes and do the rest. Because we value your teddy bears health, this event is subject to no rain and low winds, so check this - [100 Faces of Brierley Hill](https://brierleyhill.net/100-faces-of-brierley-hill) - Such an exciting project that even the boroughs archives have asked for a copy for future generations to view. You chance to see them all right now! - [Brierley Hill leads way in new age friendly business scheme](https://brierleyhill.net/brierley-hill-leads-way-in-new-age-friendly-business-scheme) - Brierley Hill is taking place is a new initiative to make businesses more 'age friendly' for visitors to the town. A really feather in the cap...you can read all about the Dudley Council run scheme here: age-friendly-business-scheme-fp-sep23-v1Download - [Brierley Hill Heritage Open Days Flyer and Programme published.](https://brierleyhill.net/brierley-hill-heritage-open-days-flyer-and-programme-published) - It's at the printers and available from Friday this week (1st September) - the flyer for this year's HOD. You can get an early sight of it here: - [PIGS PIGS Pigs](https://brierleyhill.net/pigs-pigs-pigs) - That's the name of the Facebook post covering this week's Look Up Brierley Hill radio show on Black Country Extra. It was a pleasure to go in and talk about Heritage Open Day to Frank, Kerry, Katie and Justine. Here is the text of the Facebook post: PIGS PIGS PIGS This week's Look Up Brierley - [Teddy Bears having fun on Heritage Open Day, 16th September](https://brierleyhill.net/teddy-bears-having-fun-on-heritage-open-day-16th-september) - Of course, we wouldn't dare let anyone's teddy bear near a parachute unless it was safe. So it was a delight to spend bank holiday Monday working out how to give the bears a thrill of a lifetime with our brave test pilot today - watch video below. Things we discovered: The event is very - [Pumpkin Boxing Stars in Holiday Activity Fund Video](https://brierleyhill.net/pumpkin-boxing-stars-in-holiday-activity-fund-video) - Good to see coverage on the BBC of Pumpkin Boxing who have been providing holiday activities for local children during the summer holidays. ## Pages - [Marsh Park Archaeological Project](https://brierleyhill.net/marsh-park-archaeological-project) - Rediscovering Brierley Hill’s Wartime Past 📌 Introduction In 2025, the Friends of Marsh Park, working in partnership with Wolverhampton Archaeology Group and Dudley Council, uncovered the long-lost remains of a WWII Royal Observer Corps (ROC) lookout post at Marsh Park, Brierley Hill. This unique project, supported by UKSPF and Future High Streets funding, combined archaeology, - [National Service](https://brierleyhill.net/the-second-world-war-in-brierley-hill/national-service) - The war was very much anticipated. As early at 1935 Brierley Hill set up a Civil Defence Committee. It was clear that the civilian population would have to take part in the defence of the nation. At the beginning of 1939 a booklet "NATIONAL SERVICE" was distributed by the government setting out the roles available - [WW2 in Brierley Hill](https://brierleyhill.net/the-second-world-war-in-brierley-hill) - Thank you for coming to Brierley Hill Library. This page gives some ideas of what you can find on the 1939 register. Exploring the 1939 Register Brierley Hill Library provides free access on its computer to both Find My Past and Ancestry websites. If you are doing these exercises away from the library a subscription ## Events - [Heritage Open Week: Graveyard Walk - Sat 19th September](https://brierleyhill.net/event/heritage-open-week-graveyard-walk-sat-19th-september) - Discover the remarkable people behind St Michael’s historic headstones on a guided walk filled with local characters, extraordinary lives and curious mysteries. - [Heritage Open Week: Graves at Night - Tue 15th, Wed 16th, Thu 17th September](https://brierleyhill.net/event/heritage-open-week-graves-at-night-tue-15th-wed-16th-thu-17th-september) - Join this atmospheric twilight walk through St Michael’s Churchyard. Discover moving, surprising, and sometimes mysterious tales from Brierley Hill’s past — all by torchlight. NB Booking Essential, RSVP - [🎵 Dan Whitehouse – Dreamland - A Horizontal Concert 🎵](https://brierleyhill.net/event/🎵-dan-whitehouse-dreamland-a-horizontal-concert-🎵) - An extraordinary evening with singer-songwriter Dan Whitehouse, performing a magical one-off concert inside a bed shop. In this unique setting, the audience will experience the entire show lying down – horizontal, comfortable, and immersed in the music. PLUS after party with free food and refreshments at nearby Marina's Italian Restaurant!!! - [Back In Time For Tea](https://brierleyhill.net/event/back-in-time-for-tea) - An evening of poems and songs with Black Country Radio's Gary James. Join Gary on a journey back to the Chapel Street Estate of the 60s and 70s. Friday 26th September 5:30pm. Limited spaces so reserve your space now! Email culture@brierleyhill.net - [Heritage Open Week: Graves at Night - Tue 16th, Wed 17th, Thu 18th September](https://brierleyhill.net/event/graves-at-night-3) - Join this atmospheric twilight walk through St Michael’s Churchyard. Discover moving, surprising, and sometimes mysterious tales from Brierley Hill’s past — all by torchlight. NB Booking Essential, RSVP - [EAT the STREET](https://brierleyhill.net/event/eat-the-street) - On Saturday 23rd August, 12–4pm, Brierley Hill’s High Street comes alive for EAT the STREET – an inside-out festival of flavour! Explore cafés, bakeries, butchers, delis and stalls serving up ‘Secret Eats’ and off-menu treats, from triple-decker pork sandwiches to shakes, cakes and hidden gems. Don’t miss the exclusive BAMOSA – a Black Country–meets–Taste from India street food fusion, with all proceeds to Sands United FC Dudley. Enjoy live performances from Slick 6 Choir and Kasperia, family food fun at the library, and plenty of spots to picnic. Look for the posters, follow the PINK HI-VIZ pointers, and get ready to eat your way through the High Street! - [Heritage Open Day: St Mary's Church](https://brierleyhill.net/event/heritage-open-day-st-marys-church) - Discover the breathtaking Gothic Revival beauty of E.W. Pugin’s St Mary’s Church. Enjoy guided tours, stunning wall art, live organ music, and family-friendly heritage activities. - [Heritage Open Day: Peaky Blinders at Brierley Hill Market](https://brierleyhill.net/event/heritage-open-day-peaky-blinders-at-brierley-hill-market) - Dress the part and step back in time at Brierley Hill Market’s Peaky Blinders Day! Enjoy live music, dance, vintage flair, and bargains galore in this lively celebration of local heritage. - [Heritage Open Day: Free BBQ, Family Fun, Exhibition at Albion Street Church](https://brierleyhill.net/event/heritage-open-day-free-bbq-family-fun-exhibition-at-albion-street-church) - Enjoy a free community BBQ, family fun, and a glimpse into the fascinating history of Albion Street Church. Explore exhibitions, games, and enjoy fun for all the family hosted by the Storehouse and Faithful Café. - [Heritage Open Day: Heritage Meets Innovation - Dudley College Inspired Campus](https://brierleyhill.net/event/heritage-open-day-heritage-meets-innovation-dudley-college-inspired-campus) - Step inside the state-of-the-art Inspired Campus for the first time on Heritage Open Day. Discover how history and technology meet in this dynamic education space. - [Heritage Open Day: Historic Artefacts and Local History Collection at Brierley Hill Library](https://brierleyhill.net/event/brierley-hill-library-historic-artefacts-and-local-history-collection) - Explore Brierley Hill’s past through rare artefacts, old photos, and local history books. See wartime memorabilia, mining miracles, and stories of community at the heart of this historic library. - [Heritage Open Week: Visit the Ringing Chamber for Sunday Ringing (14th Sept) or Come to a Ringing Practice (Fri 19th Sept)](https://brierleyhill.net/event/visit-the-ringing-chamber-for-sunday-ringing-or-come-to-a-ringing-practice) - Step into the bell tower at St Michael’s and ring a real Black Country bell! Discover the history, craft and sound of an extraordinary 125-year-old peal. Booking essential. Click RSVP and choose your time to reserve your place. - [Heritage Open Day: St Michael's Church](https://brierleyhill.net/event/heritage-open-day-st-michaels-church) - Step into history at St Michael’s Church with guided tours, bellringing, and a moving WWII exhibition. Discover stunning architecture and powerful stories in a peaceful setting. - [Heritage Open Day: Crafts at Harry's](https://brierleyhill.net/event/heritage-open-days-crafts-at-harrys) - Get hands-on with crafts, food and fun at Harry’s! Celebrate local history through workshops, art, and community storytelling in a friendly, creative space. - [Cake Not Hate - Treasure Hunt Picnic](https://brierleyhill.net/event/cake-not-hate-treasure-hunt-picnic) - Fun for all the family! Do you like cake, samosas and freshly baked crusty cobs? Discover our town’s treasured foods and share in musical entertainment and activities at our community picnic. We have 25 free places available for this event. - [Chapel Street Estate Wildflower Planting](https://brierleyhill.net/event/chapel-street-estate-wildflower-planting) - Help us plant wildflowers around the Chapel St Estate on Wed 23rd April, meet at the Housing Hub by 11am (under Yeovil Court) Hill Street, Brierley Hill, DY5 2SD. Light work clearing weeds and planting seeds, with some refreshments provided for volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join in, children must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring your own gloves, trowels and handrakes if you have them. Some equipment and litter pickers will be provided if needed. - [Brierley Hill at War - guided walk](https://brierleyhill.net/event/brierley-hill-at-war-guided-walk) - A two hour walk starting and ending at the award winning Swan public house which will provide delicious cobs when the party returns. Hear stories of Brierley Hill's War - memorials, graves, watch towers, American forces, the Home Guard, prisoners of war and more. One steep section in the walk. - [1940s Day, Brierley Hill Market](https://brierleyhill.net/event/1940s-day-brierley-hill-market) - Saturday 8th March 11am-3pm the Market is hosting another of its very successful 1940s days. Step back in time to the glory days of World War 2 with a range of top-class performers on the market stage. These will include singer Vicky Elise, George Formby tribute Kyle Evans, tap dancer Katie Lewis, and banjo player Angie - [Denver to Diamond](https://brierleyhill.net/event/denver-to-diamond) - Celebrate the music of JOHN DENVER and NEIL DIAMOND on Friday 4th October in the beautiful surroundings of Grade II listed St Michael's Church, Bell Street South, DY5 3EX. Wayne Denton's sell out double tribute show. Ticket's just £10 including a free drink and entry to a raffle. Click RSVP OR email ticketsatchurch@gmail.com to - [Graves at Night 2 – Commonwealth Graves and the War Memorial](https://brierleyhill.net/event/graves-at-night-2-commonwealth-graves-and-the-war-memorial-2) - Building on the popular Heritage Open Days Graves at Night walks held in the last two years, this successor walk looks at some the most significant graves in the churchyard: The Commonwealth War Graves. The walk will look at some of the 21 CWGC graves in the churchyard and tell the stories behind them. We - [Stained glass workshops](https://brierleyhill.net/event/stained-glass-workshops) - Create a colourful piece of art to decorate your home or present as a gift. We will be working with acrylic glass to make designs inspired by the beautiful windows of St Michael's church. This session is 16+ but younger children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Choose one session from 1000 and - [Free Harp Recital and have a go at harp playing - St Mary's Church](https://brierleyhill.net/event/free-harp-recital-and-have-a-go-at-harp-playing-st-marys-church) - Listen to the talented harpist Helen Barley play. The recital commences at 1030. When she has finished performing Helen will be letting people have their own go at playing one of her harps. An extraordinary opportunity. - [Brierley Hill Market - 40 Faces](https://brierleyhill.net/event/brierley-hill-market-40-faces) - Markets have been at the heart of Brierley Hill for almost 200 years. Presently undergoing a refurbishment as part of the towns Heritage Action Zone with support from Dudley Council and Historic England, the market has 40 stall holders - making it still one of the most thriving markets in the Black Country. To celebrate - [Graves at Night 2 - Commonwealth Graves and the War Memorial](https://brierleyhill.net/event/graves-at-night-2-commonwealth-graves-and-the-war-memorial) - Building on the popular Heritage Open Days Graves at Night walks held in the last two years, this successor walk looks at some the most significant graves in the churchyard: The Commonwealth War Graves. The walk will look at some of the 21 CWGC graves in the churchyard and tell the stories behind them. We - [Graves at Night - the original](https://brierleyhill.net/event/graves-at-night-the-original) - Explore the history of Brierley Hill through the stories of the people who, literally, made the town. This guided walk is delivered after dusk to give added atmosphere as we walk around the graveyard. This walk has "sold out" (there's no fee for the walk) in previous years and has received rave reviews (blushes!). Bring - [Brierley Hill Library - badge making, old photos, artefacts](https://brierleyhill.net/event/brierley-hill-library-badge-making-old-photos-artefacts) - Have you visited our wonderfully refurbished library since it reopened. This is your chance. The building has been transformed and today it will be holding a display of its old photographs, challenging you to help put together a jigsaw of an aerial photograph of Brierley Hill from 1931, and gifting the opportunity to make a - [Ring a Church Bell](https://brierleyhill.net/event/ring-a-church-bell) - Have you ever wondered what it feels like to ring a church bell? How do church bell ringers know when to ring their bell? How many different orders can you ring seven bells in? This is an opportunity to answer those questions, to visit the normally closed ringing room, and to have a go at - [Have a go at handbell ringing](https://brierleyhill.net/event/have-a-go-at-handbell-ringing) - When Tim and Jenny took over the bell ringing in the tower they found scattered around the ringing room a set of old bells. Some were cracked, some were missing clappers. On others the handles had come off. Supported by grants from the Fisher Trust and St Michael's Church the bells were sent of to - [Former Library and Technical Institute](https://brierleyhill.net/event/former-library-and-technical-institute) - Work is ongoing on this fabulous building. Opened in 1904 as a Technical Institute, Art School and college, the building has some fine examples of Terracotta figures, designed by Mart Masters Gibbons and Oaken. Inside are tiles donated by the famous Gibbons and Hinton tile factory and admirable stained glass. The outside of the building - [Albion Street Church - Free to explore](https://brierleyhill.net/event/albion-street-church-free-to-explore) - Built in 1882 this building served initially as a Congregationalist Church. During the Second World War, Brierley Hill's Air Raid Patrol centre was located here. The inside of the building has been extensively refurbished in the last few years and this is an opportunity to see a fine example of what can be done to - [St Michael's Church - Free to Explore!](https://brierleyhill.net/event/st-michaels-church-free-to-explore) - See inside the Brierley Hill's oldest building (1765). Now grade 2 listed. Look around the church - the inside will surprise you - visit the historic graveyard (self guided tour available). Learn about the memorials in the church and admire the stained glass windows. At the same venue there will be Stained Glass based activities, - [Crafting at Harry's on the High Street](https://brierleyhill.net/event/crafting-at-harrys-on-the-high-street) - Free crafting for all ages at Harry's on the High Street. Jewellery making, rock painting, card making, jigsaw mat and more. All Free!!! Woo hoo!!!! - [Craft Bookmaking](https://brierleyhill.net/event/craft-bookmaking) - Create a mini notebook bound in a cover of your design. Besides assembling the booklets, we will be using a variety of carved stamps to decorate their pages with images in the tradition of medieval art. No need to book, just turn up! - [Free organ recital with Richard James - St Mary's Church](https://brierleyhill.net/event/free-organ-recital-with-richard-james-st-marys-church) - Relax as Richard hits the keyboard at this 150 year old church - dream about the generations of our ancestors who have sat here over the decades appreciated the very same instrument. Let yourself go wherever the music takes you. Plus the opportunity to visit the normally out of bounds organ loft. Not to be - [St Mary's Church - Free to Explore](https://brierleyhill.net/event/st-marys-church-free-to-explore) - Don't let this extraordinary building's exterior fool you. This is a gem of a building and a real beauty inside. Pugin designed, the building is home to some extraordinary artwork. Heritage Open Day gives you a chance to tour the inside PLUS as a bonus, the opportunity to listen to harp and organ playing by - [Craft Bookmaking](https://brierleyhill.net/event/craft-bookmaking-2) - Create a mini notebook bound in a cover of your design. Besides assembling the booklets, we will be using a variety of carved stamps to decorate their pages with images in the tradition of medieval art. No need to book, just turn up! - [Phoenix Project Sharing (Pt 4) – Delph Locks Stables – Performance](https://brierleyhill.net/event/phoenix-project-sharing-pt-4-delph-locks-stables-performance) - Working with landscape theatre specialists Wildworks, local community artists have been gathering stories from Brierley Hill residents to create multi-venue performances over a whole afternoon and early evening. Part 4 is led by Jake Oldershaw who has worked with tales of the canal and the surrounding areas told to him by walkers and visitors to - [Phoenix Project Sharing (Pt 3) - St Michael's Church - Performance](https://brierleyhill.net/event/phoenix-project-sharing-pt-3-performance-st-michaels-church) - Working with landscape theatre specialists Wildworks, local community artists have been gathering stories from Brierley Hill residents to create multi-venue performances over a whole afternoon and early evening. Part 3 takes place at St Michael's Church where lead artist Kim Archer will be performing a work based on stories collected at Oakfield Community Centre, during - [Phoenix Project Sharing (Pt 2) - Brierley Hill Library - Performance](https://brierleyhill.net/event/phoenix-performance-pt-2-brierley-hill-library-performance) - Working with landscape theatre specialists Wildworks, local community artists have been gathering stories from Brierley Hill residents to create multi-venue performances over a whole afternoon and early evening. Part 2 is a performance at the library, featuring one woman's journey by Lorna Rose. - [Phoenix Project Sharing (Pt 1) - Brierley Hill Market - The Story Shop](https://brierleyhill.net/event/phoenix-performance-pt-1-brierley-hill-market-the-story-shop) - Working with landscape theatre specialists Wildworks, local community artists have been gathering stories from Brierley Hill residents to create multi-venue performances over a whole afternoon and early evening. Part one starts in the market and is based on stories discovered by local primary school children and with our addictive story capturers on hand to capture - [Walk of Remembrance](https://brierleyhill.net/event/walk-of-remembrance) - Learn the story of Brierley Hill's war memorial and the men commemorated on it. Visit the Commonwealth War Graves and family memorials in St Michael's Churchyard. Visit the memorials inside the church too in this wonderful, emotional and moving walk. Sensible footwear needed, and be prepared for all weathers. Booking required for safety reasons as - [Teddy Bear Parachuting](https://brierleyhill.net/event/teddy-bear-parachuting) - Sat 16th, 0809: UPDATE: NO RAIN FORCAST FOR TODAY...WIND LIGHT AND IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION - SO THIS EVENT IS ON.... Give your teddy a treat with a parachute experience. Bring you teddy along and hand them to one of our organisers at the foot of St Michael's tower. They will be given a treat - [St Michael's Church - Explore, take part, enjoy!](https://brierleyhill.net/event/st-michaels-church-explore-take-part-enjoy) - Wonderful activities for all ages at Brierley Hill's oldest building: teddy bear parachutes; treasure hunt; handbell ringing; chime a bell; badge making; photo exhibition; poetry writing and more...in conjunction with Brierley Hill Library. - [Graves at Night!](https://brierleyhill.net/event/graves-at-night-2) - Did you miss last year's Grave's by Night walks? If so, nows your chance to learn about the history of Brierley Hill through the stories of the people who lived here, all whilst walking around the atmospheric churchyard of St Michael's at night! Of course, it might be cold so come dressed for the occasion: - [Graves at Night!](https://brierleyhill.net/event/graves-at-night) - Did you miss last year's Grave's by Night walks? If so, nows your chance to learn about the history of Brierley Hill through the stories of the people who lived here, all whilst walking around the atmospheric churchyard of St Michael's at night! Of course, it might be cold so come dressed for the occasion: - [Poetry Walk and Workshop - Lee MacKenzie](https://brierleyhill.net/event/poetry-walk-and-workshop-lee-mackenzie) - Brilliant poet Lee Mackenzie has agreed to work with Brierley Hill Library through the Poetry on Loan Scheme. This session will allow you to brush up your poetry skills - even if you are starting from Scratch. Secure your place by clicking RSVP. Lee is an artist and poet living in Birmingham. He works on interdisciplinary - [Helen Barley Harp Recital - PLUS - have a go at playing the harp](https://brierleyhill.net/event/harp-recital) - As part of St Mary's contribution to Heritage Open Day we are delighted to announce the return of Helen Barley. She will be playing her harp in the church from 1030-1115 on 16th September. Helen has also kindly agreed to allow people to have a try at playing the harp after her performance. This will - [These People, This Place - art unveiling and documentary world premiere!](https://brierleyhill.net/event/these-people-this-place) - View and celebrate four art installations, using materials specific to the industrial/historical elements of Brierley Hill and a mini documentary exploring personal connections to the town. Commissioned by Historic England, Dudley MBC and Brierley Hill Cultural Consortium, a group of residents have created four art installations whilst exploring their personal identifies with particular reference to - [Richard James - Organ Recital](https://brierleyhill.net/event/richard-james-organ-recital) - Listen to the beautiful organ of St Mary's Catholic Church being played by the magnificent Richard James. Share a special sound that has been heard for 150 years in this beautiful church's 150th anniversary year. And whilst you listen cast your gaze on the extraordinary artwork within building, which rich symbolism all around you. It - [Memory Bank and Old Photos Exhibition](https://brierleyhill.net/event/memory-bank-and-old-photos-exhibition) - Preserve your memories for posterity and gift them to future generations. The library, in its temporary home whilst improvements take place, will also be displaying historic photographs of Brierley Hill. Perhaps these will inspire you to record your memories too! Wouldn't it be lovely to hear stories in orginal voices from 50, 100 or 200 - [Handbell ringing](https://brierleyhill.net/event/handbell-ringing) - Fancy a go at handbell ringing…well now's your chance AND use some very special bells. When the church bell ringing at Brierley Hill was revived in 2017, ringers came across a set of dilapidated handbells in the ringing room. Some of the bells were cracked; some had clappers missing; many leather handles had rotted away. - [Chime A Church Bell](https://brierleyhill.net/event/chime-a-church-bell) - Have you heard the Church Bells ringing on Sunday Morning. On a clear day they can be heard up to 2 miles away! This is a chance to chime a bell yourself. You will visit the historic ringing room to be greeted by one of our ringers who will, literally, show you the ropes! You - [Visit a Bell Ringing Practice](https://brierleyhill.net/event/visit-a-bell-ringing-practice-2) - St Michael's Church bells have been ringing over the town for 250 years. This event will give you the opportunity to visit the ringing room with its historic peal boards; to learn how ringers know the different orders in which to ring; and learn all about the art of ringing. You might even be given the chance to chime a bell yourself! ***BOOKING REQUIRED. CLICK ON "RSVP NOW” BUTTON BELOW TO BOOK*** - [Badge Making](https://brierleyhill.net/event/badge-making-2) - Brierley Hill Library invites you to make your own badge! Creative, therapeutic and all round just good fun. Design your own from scratch, perhaps bring a photo of a loved onre or a selfie. Or use one of our designs. Fun for all ages. Thanks to Brierley Hill Library for running this fun activiity. Drop - [Brierley Hill Technical Institute and Library, Moor Street](https://brierleyhill.net/event/brierley-hill-technical-institute-and-library-moor-street) - An extraordinary opportunity to view the inside of this landmark building in Brierley Hill. The building served for 70 years as the town's library and also housed Brierley Hill Technical Institute and Art School. Recent social media posts illustrate the many happy memories this building holds. This may be the last opportunity to see the - [The Brierley Hill Songbook](https://brierleyhill.net/event/the-brierley-hill-songbook) - Come and hear Brierley Hill's stories in song, celebrating our colourful heritage, present and future with Dan Whitehouse and the Brierley Hill Songwriters. - [Visit a Bell Ringing Practice](https://brierleyhill.net/event/visit-a-bell-ringing-practice) - St Michael's Church bells have been ringing over the town for 250 years. This event will give you the opportunity to visit the ringing room with its historic peal boards; to learn how ringers know the different orders in which to ring; and learn all about the art of ringing. You might even be given the chance to chime a bell yourself! - [100 years of Brierley Hill Market - variety show](https://brierleyhill.net/event/100-years-of-brierley-hill-market-variety-show) - Join the team at the market as they celebrate 100 years. Songs from the decades, tap dancing the market builds on its wonderful reputation of holding events. - [Family Fun and Free BBQ at Albion Street Church](https://brierleyhill.net/event/family-fun-and-free-bbq-at-albion-street-church) - Tour and display of historic documents Bouncy castle, face painting, kids crafts FREE BBQ - [Heritage Open Day, St Mary's RC Church](https://brierleyhill.net/event/heritage-open-day-st-marys-rc-church) - See inside this amazing Pugin designed church. Harp music, organ recital, mouse trails - a true historic experience for all. - [Crafting at Harry's](https://brierleyhill.net/event/crafting-at-harrys) - Crafting activités - bracelet making, bookmarks, card making, rock painting - all with a heritage theme. Refreshments available too! - [Dudley Society of Artists Annual Exhibition](https://brierleyhill.net/event/dudley-society-of-artists-annual-exhibition-2) - Come and view work by some of the most talented artists locally - portraits, landscapes, local subjects - something for everyone. See one you like? You might be able to buy your own original art. Exhibition is in the community room at St Michael’s. - [Albion Street Church - exhibition, tour, refreshments, family activities](https://brierleyhill.net/event/albion-street-church-exhibition-tour-refreshments-family-activities) - Visit Albion Street Church - a newcomer to the Brierley Hill Heritage Open Days festival. Tour the historic church and visit an exhibition of historic documents and photographs Family activities at the Storehouse - bouncy castle, face painting, Brierley Hill crafts for children Refreshments at the Faithful Coffee Lounge All welcome! - [Stained glass painting workshop 10am or 12.30pm - booking required - click rsvp](https://brierleyhill.net/event/stained-glass-painting-workshop-10am-or-12-30pm-booking-required-click-rsvp) - ack by popular demand. Using acrylic and pain this 90 minute workshop uses templates of St Michael’s beautiful windows to create your own stained glass! There are two sessions: 1000-1130 and 1230-1400. Choose which one you are going to when booking using the rsvp button. - [Badge making](https://brierleyhill.net/event/badge-making) - Come along to Brierley Hill Library and make your own badge! - [Memory Bank](https://brierleyhill.net/event/memory-bank) - Be part of Brierley Hill’s history. Record you memories of the town. Tell your story of living, working and playing in Brierley Hill. Pop in to Brierley Hill library and record your memory. Recordings will be transcribed and used to inspire more stories before being deposited in the borough’s archives for future generations to listen, enjoy and learn. - [Dudley Society of Artists Annual Exhibition](https://brierleyhill.net/event/dudley-society-of-artists-annual-exhibition) - Come and view work by some of the most talented artists locally - portraits, landscapes, local subjects - something for everyone. See one you like? You might be able to buy your own original art. Exhibition is in the community room at St Michael’s. - [The Museum of Brierley Hill - Brierley Hill Library](https://brierleyhill.net/event/the-museum-of-brierley-hill-brierley-hill-library) - Display of artefacts and maps from the library’s unique collection. Investigate the History of Brierley Hill! Plus - the town’s first crowd sourced museum ... do you have any small memorabilia of Brierley Hill which help to tell our town’s story. Would you allow them to be securely displayed. If so please get in touch. - [1940s Day at Brierley Hill Market](https://brierleyhill.net/event/1940s-day-at-brierley-hill-market) - It’s back!!!! Brierley Hill 1940s Day. Featuring Maggie O’Hara - vintage singer - at 1100-1130, 1245-1315, 1430-1500 Katie Lewis - tap dancer - 1140-1150, 1325-1335 and dieting with Roger 1335-1340 Kyle Evans - George Formby tribute - 1200-1230, 1350-1430 Winston Churchill speech - 1500-1510 PLUS best dressed man and lady competition - all day long - [Vintage Car Display](https://brierleyhill.net/event/vintage-car-display) - A display to vintage cars at the rear of Brierley Hill market to complement the market’s “back by popular demand” 1940s day. - [Live From the Ringing Room - online event](https://brierleyhill.net/event/live-from-the-ringing-room-online-event) - St Michael’s bells ring before service every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. What is it like inside the ringing room during each session. This Facebook Live session will stream from the ringing room for the service ringing. - [Vintage Shop Display](https://brierleyhill.net/event/vintage-shop-display) - A vintage window display produced by Mary Stevens Hospice shop in High Street volunteer. 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