About this Event
Nature Call To Action Campaign: Eco Weekend - Saturday 21st March | 10am–2pm
Get ready for a special Saturday session as part of the West Midlands Combined Authority , taking place across the West Midlands throughout March.
Birmingham Settlement's will be opening its gates for three FREE community nature days - inviting local residents, families and nature-lovers to explore, learn and take hands-on action for nature and the environment right here in the city.
Get involved in as much (or as little!) as you wish, or simply visit for a coffee, a walk around our three-acre green space and a chance to unwind and enjoy time in nature.
Find us next to Edgbaston Reservoir, a Local Nature Reserve, only a short distance from Birmingham City Centre.
🌱 What’s On – Saturday 21st March
🦋 10:30am – Moth Trap Opening
Join us as we carefully open our moth trap and discover the species that visited overnight! Learn about urban biodiversity and why moths matter.
🌿 11:00am–12:00pm – Composting Workshop
See our composting systems in action and have a go at turning the compost pile! Discover how composting supports soil health and reduces waste.
🔎 12:00pm–1:00pm – Nature Navigators Wildlife ID Walk
Come along on our Nature Navigators adventure and see what wildlife we can find together! We’ll look for birds, bugs and plants, learn their names, and discover how your discoveries help us make our green space even better for wildlife. Data collected will guide long-term biodiversity monitoring and habitat improvement across our site!
🌱 12:00pm–2:00pm – Plant with Pat
Pop into our polytunnel and get your hands in the soil with Pat! Perfect for beginners and families, you’ll plant sweet peas, marigolds and more, learn easy growing tips, and help us fill our green space with colour for spring. No experience needed - just come along and have a go!
🐦Time tbc – Bird Walk with West Midlands Bird Club
Join the West Midlands Bird Club for a guided walk around the Reservoir. Learn how to spot and identify local birdlife, pick up simple birdwatching tips, and discover how we can help urban birds thrive!
🌸 All-Day Drop-In Activities
- Make seed bombs to take home and green your neighbourhood
- Create natural bird feeders
- Plant bluebells to support pollinators
- Make bird feed bags for the Reservoir birdlife!
- See who visits the Reservoir at night on our wildlife night camera!
- Sports equipment and games on the field
📅 Other Eco Weekend Dates
- Saturday 7th March
- Saturday 29th March
Each day runs from 10am–2pm with a similar mix of hands-on activities and guided sessions.
☕ On-Site Facilities
The Red Shed Community Café will be open serving hot and cold drinks and snacks.
Facilities include:
- Children's natural play area
- Two indoor toilets (including one accessible toilet with baby changing)
- Outdoor toilets and handwashing facilities
- Accessible perimeter path
- Fully accessible café and terrace
- Small on-site car park
- Free street parking nearby
As much of the site is outdoors, it can get muddy, please wear suitable footwear.
As an eco-centre, we encourage walking or public transport where possible. You can access us via the Reservoir footpath or from Selwyn Road.
🌍 Why Join Us?
This event is part of a region-wide campaign to:
- Help people engage with their local green and blue spaces
- Support nature’s recovery through habitat creation
- Add nature into urban areas
🌿 Come along, connect with nature, and take action for wildlife in the city!
Other Activies at the Nature & Wellbeing Centre for the WMCA Nature Call to Action Campaign
- Satuday 7th March -
- Monday 23rd March -
- Sunday 29th March -
Try a taster session on Monday 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th March -
Questions? Please email [email protected]
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Birmingham Settlement Nature & Wellbeing Centre - Ladywood, 79 Selwyn Road, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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