Birmingham Parks & Greenspace

17/08/2026

🔥 Fire Risk Warning Birmingham Parks 🔥

Despite repeated local and national warnings, and the ban on disposable BBQs, we are still finding evidence of dangerous fire-setting in our parks and open spaces.

On Sunday morning this abandoned tent and the remains of an open fire were discovered at Lickey Hills Country Park which had ignited the park's peaty soils, creating a serious risk of a much larger wildfire and significant damage to wildlife, habitats and public safety.

Fire crews from Bromsgrove attended the scene and managed to douse the entire area to prevent it spreading. This comes after another fire close by on Friday night which caused extensive damage and number of trees now need to be removed as a result.

With the continued warm and dry conditions, it only takes one careless act to cause lasting harm.

Please do not light fires, BBQs or campfires in our parks and open spaces. Take all litter home and help us protect these special places for everyone.

17/08/2026

We loved our two wild days at the hidden Pitts Wood in Quinton and couldn't have done it without the tireless support of Friends of Pitts Wood's wonderful Clare!

We hope to be back at this beautiful piece of ancient woodlands in urban Brum very soon.
And if you're looking to support your local green spaces, go and visit on their open working days, volunteers needed, next is on Sat 29th August!

Birmingham Open Spaces Forum Naturally Birmingham Quinton B32 News

15/07/2026

11/07/2026

With the prolonged hot dry spell, heading out to your local park or green space for a picnic with friends and family is a great way to enjoy the outdoors - especially if you can find the cooling shade of trees.
But please enjoy these spaces responsibly - try and have a low waste picnic - and most importantly guard against all risk of fire.

11/07/2026

🌿 Tackling Invasive Species Using Nature-Based Solutions 🌿
We're pleased to be working with CABI and the Environment Agency to help manage one of the UK's most problematic invasive aquatic plants – Floating Pennywort (Hydrocotyle ranunculoides).
Floating Pennywort can grow extremely quickly, forming dense mats across watercourses and ponds. This can block waterways, reduce oxygen levels, impact native wildlife, and increase flood risk.
As part of an innovative and environmentally sustainable approach, we have recently undertaken the release of the Floating Pennywort Weevil (Listronotus elongatus), a biological control agent that feeds specifically on Floating Pennywort. The weevil has been carefully researched and approved for release in the UK, offering a natural way to help suppress the spread of this invasive species.
Biological control is an important tool in nature conservation, complementing traditional management methods while reducing the need for repeated mechanical removal. By working with natural processes, we can help restore healthier habitats for native plants and wildlife.
We will continue to monitor the site alongside our partners and look forward to seeing the positive impact this approach can have on our local conservation areas.
Thank you to CABI and the Environment Agency for their support and collaboration on this important project.
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06/07/2026

05/07/2026