The Sights and Sounds of Reaside Forest Garden

A community grows when you give it a little space, some shade, and some love. July 8th, Reaside Forest Garden, one of many Fruit and Nut Villages in Balsall Heath, welcomed visitors to the site. With the summer sun beaming down, we spent a very pleasant morning gathered under the cool, welcoming shade of the big poplar tree right in the middle of the garden. Another beautiful day of growth, connection, and celebration, part of Balsall Heath Community Festival #BHCFest26!

And tonight (Friday 10th July) we’re back to enjoy Forest Sound Garden!

Food and Vine Sharing

We were joined by Friends of the Earth! They spent the morning filming and interviewing our visitors, volunteers and partners about the Postcode Gardener Project, which they have funded right here in Balsall Heath. It was a fantastic opportunity to showcase the hard work happening on the ground.

We also gave out a dozen grape vines! Lovingly propagated from the original vine at Apna Ghar.After a productive morning, our friends at Apna Ghar hosted 17 of us for a spectacular, delicious meal. Gathering around the table provided a much-needed moment to rest, catch up, and swap stories with both familiar faces and new friends.

“A community garden is about growing relationships.”

Live music among the trees!

The week isn’t over yet, and we have the perfect way for you to unwind.

After the heat of the day breaks tomorrow evening, why not join us back in the garden? We are hosting a magical evening of live music right among the trees.

• When: Friday 10th July 7 – 9pm
• Who: Featuring the incredible talents of local singer-songwriters Alicia Achar, Lyndon Tyler and Emily Churchill.

Bring a friend, enjoy the cooler evening air, and let the music wash over you in our favorite green space. We can’t wait to see you there!