BOSF Events
Upcoming Events
What’s On: BOSF Events 2026
Throughout the year Birmingham Open Spaces Forum brings people together through events, socials and activities that celebrate Birmingham’s parks and open spaces and the communities who care for them.
From seasonal gatherings and skill-sharing sessions to walks, workshops and our AGM, our events are a chance for Friends groups, volunteers and supporters to connect, share ideas and learn from one another. They are also an opportunity to strengthen our network, support local action and inspire more people to get involved in looking after their local green spaces.
Whether you are part of a Friends group, a volunteer, or simply curious to find out more, we would love for you to join us.
Here’s what’s coming up over the next few months:
April
Earth Day: EcoRecord Workshop & Nature Walk, Wednesday 22nd, 11am-1pm
In celebration of Earth Day, join BOSF, EcoRecord, and the Friends of Handsworth Park to become a “Citizen Scientist.”
Learn how to use the free iNaturalist app to identify local wildlife and help protect our regional biodiversity. This workshop is the perfect warm-up for the upcoming City Nature Challenge. After the session, we will head out for a guided nature walk, followed by a community social and lunch at the Sons of Rest building hosted by the Fieinds of Handsworth Park.
Location: Sons of Rest Building, Handsworth Park, B21 9EU
April – May
Little Sprouts Nature Sessions, Tuesday mornings, 10.30am – 11.45am
Join BOSF and Omnia Green Space for free outdoor nature activity sessions for children under 5 and their grown-up, every Tuesday morning throughout April and May!
Activities may include nature crafts, planting, making bug homes, wildlife spotting, stories, forest school activities and generally enjoying being outside together. Recommended for children aged 18 months to school age. Places are limited and booking is essential.
Dates: Tuesday 14th, 21st and 28th April and 5th, 12th and 19th May
Location: Omnia Green Space, behind Omnia Practice and Yardley Green Medical Centre, 73/77 Yardley Green Road, B9 5PU.
May
BOSF Social Morning
(More info coming soon)
We would love to hear from BOSF member groups or local organisations interested in hosting an event with us in a local park or open space in Birmingham, including skill-sharing activities.
If you would like to get involved or have an idea to share, please contact Mat at [email protected]
Tai Chi & Qigong
Tai Chi & Qigong involves gentle exercise that combines breathing and relaxation with slow movements, proven to have benefits for both physical and mental health. No previous experience is necessary – so why not give it a go?
Have a look at the listings below to see when and where these weekly sessions are taking place*:
Monday:
Kings Heath Park, 10am – 11am (Donations)
*Westley Vale, 3.15pm – 4.15pm
Tuesday:
Nettlefold Garden, 10am – 11am (£3 per session)
*Handsworth Park, 10.30am – 11.30am
Cofton Park, 10.30am – 11.30am (Donations)
Sorrel Park, 1pm – 2pm (Session currently paused**)
Wednesday:
*Perry Hall Park, 10am – 11am
Windermere Road Fields, 11am – 12pm (Donations)
*Manor Farm Park, 12.30pm – 1.30pm
Sheldon Park, 1pm – 2pm (£4 per session)
Queens Park, 1.30pm – 2.30pm (£4 per session)
Thursday:
*Westley Vale, 10am – 11am
*Cotteridge Park, 10.30am – 11.30am
Bloomsbury Park, 10.30am – 11.30am (currently closed)
*Bournville Park, 12pm – 1pm
Rookery Park, 1pm – 2pm (Session currently paused**)
Friday:
Kings Heath Park, 10am – 11am (Donations)
*Senneleys Park, 12pm – 1pm
Balaams Wood, 2pm – 3pm (Donations)
*Funding now sourced by Friends Group
**Session currently paused
For more information including the What3Words app locations for where the sessions are taking place, please click here.
If you are interested in finding out more about the Tai Chi & Qigong sessions or any of our Friends of groups, please contact [email protected]