About Us
Holders Woods and Brockley Grove are the responsibility of Birmingham City Council. The woods are listed as ‘Ancient Replanted Woodland’ and are a national ‘Site of Importance for Nature Conservation’ (SINC). Brockley Grove is part of the River Rea ‘Site of Local Importance for Nature Conservation’ (SLINC), an important corridor for wildlife.
The Council Rangers advise Holders Woods Conservation on their work to maintain and enhance the area. We are supported by Birmingham Open Spaces Forum and the National Lottery.
What we do
We usually meet on the first Sunday of each month from 2-4pm and work on tasks such as keeping the paths clear and the brambles at bay. We coppice a number of willow and hazel trees, maintain a living willow arch and, after storms, remove branches blocking the paths. When we won’t disturb the tadpoles and pond creatures we clear the ponds and when the river is low enough to get in we try to clear the Himalayan Balsam to stop it spreading. There is, sadly, always litter to clear.
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Anyone over 18 is welcome to join us. It is free, fun and a good way to keep fit. If you come 3 times in a year you automatically become a member and can vote at the AGM…very exciting!
How to find us
Car
Holders Wood Carpark is at the end of Holders Lane, Moseley, B13 8NW
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What3words for the notice board in the car park ///fortunate.today.loads
Walk
Brockley Grove, next to Moor Green Lane Medical Centre, B13 8QS
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What3words for the start of Brockley Grove ///cling.unfair.cowboy
Bus
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The nearest bus stop is the Highbury Pub on the 76 route. About 5-10 minutes walk.
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The 45 and 47 along Pershore Road will drop you either at Dogpool Lane or the Nature Centre. About 20 minutes walk.
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The number 1 bus will drop you at the entrance to Cannon Hill Park. About 30 minutes walk.
Bike
The River Rea cycle route is very close. Our map will show you the way.
