Train Time at Moor Pool
30am, for an hour of playing with trains.
Things to do with kids in Birmingham
Choose a neighbourhood for local family events, library activities, play and practical visitor information.
Choose your neighbourhood
Events
London time
Saturday 7 Nov
Madiba Handsworth Black Heritage Walk
Black Heritage Walks Network leads a two-hour walk through Handsworth, sharing stories of the African, Caribbean, Black-American and Black-British people who shaped the area.
Sunday 8 Nov
Woodland Play Sundays
Family Woodland Play, best suited to ages 0–11, at Highbury Orchard.
Showing 3 of 3 matching activities in the loaded dates (3 session options).
Show more eventsLocal ideas for your family
We’re collecting signups. Emails haven’t started yet.
Classes & workshops
Showing 6 of 31 matching programmes. Activity types apply to classes only.
More classes & workshops
Little Kickers at Moor Pool
Moorpoolhall.org.uk
Nearby: Harborne
18 months–7 years
Age-group football classes introducing young children to sport.
Dates, prices & session options
Full programme detailsMothers Meet at OIKOS
Bhamcommunity.nhs.uk
Nearby: Erdington
0–5 years
A stay-and-play contact for families with children aged 0–5 at the High Street café.
Dates, prices & session options
Full programme detailsSix Ways Mini Stars
Bhamcommunity.nhs.uk
Nearby: Erdington
0–5 years
An early-years stay-and-play group for children aged 0–5 on Wood End Road.
Dates, prices & session options
Full programme detailsSunday School at St Laurence
Eventbrite.com
Nearby: Northfield
Children
Explore simple Bible stories through play and creative activities with St Laurence Church.
Dates, prices & session options
Full programme detailsThe Common Thread
Kingsheathcommunitycentre.co.uk
Nearby: Kings Heath
All ages
Bring a craft project to a welcoming mixed-age group, or try the venue’s small supply of materials.
Toni’s Tots Drama
Kingsheathcommunitycentre.co.uk
Nearby: Kings Heath
18 months–7 years
Storytelling, imaginative play, music and crafts to build confidence and communication.
Dates, prices & session options
Full programme detailsPlaces to visit
Choose a place for a day at your own pace.
Ackers Adventure
Nearby: Small Heath
Outdoor slopes, climbing and water activities with bookable family sessions.
EcoPark Environmental Centre
Nearby: Small Heath
Discover ponds, woodland and meadows during a scheduled activity or arranged visit.
Erdington Library: Book Pick and Drop
Nearby: Erdington
Collect reserved books or return family loans through the temporary side-room service.
Handsworth Park
Nearby: Handsworth
Two play areas, tree-lined walking routes and outdoor artworks give families several ways to explore.
Addresses for your route
Open a place for its full visitor information and directions.
- Ackers Adventure
Ackers Adventure, Golden Hillock Road, Small Heath, Birmingham B11 2PY
- EcoPark Environmental Centre
EcoPark, 258a Hob Moor Road, Small Heath, Birmingham B10 9HH
- Erdington Library: Book Pick and Drop
Erdington Library, Orphanage Road, Birmingham B24 9HP
- Grove Park
253 Harborne Park Rd, Harborne, Birmingham B17 0BJ
- Handsworth Library
Handsworth Library, Soho Road, Birmingham B21 9DP
- Handsworth Park
Handsworth Park, Holly Road, Handsworth, Birmingham B20 2BY
- Handsworth Wellbeing Centre
Handsworth Wellbeing Centre, Holly Road, Handsworth, Birmingham B20 2BY
- Harborne Library
Harborne Library, High Street, Birmingham, B17 9QG
- Highbury Orchard
Highbury Orchard, 90 Queensbridge Road, Birmingham B13 8QG
- Kings Heath Community Centre
8 Heathfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DB
- Kings Heath Library
High Street, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7SW
- Kings Heath Park
Kings Heath Park, Birmingham
- Loco Lounge
32–34 High Street, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7JT
- Moor Pool Hall and estate trail
Moor Pool Hall, 37 The Circle, Harborne, Birmingham, B17 9DY
- Northfield Leisure Centre
Bristol Road South, Northfield, Birmingham, B31 2PD
- Northfield Library
77 Church Road, Northfield, Birmingham, B31 2LB
- OIKOS Café
58 High Street, Erdington, Birmingham B23 6RH
- Queen’s Park, Harborne
Queen’s Park, Court Oak Road, Harborne, Birmingham B17 9AH
- Rookery Family Hub
Rookery Family Hub, Rookery Road, Birmingham B21 9QA
- Rookery Park
Rookery Park, Western Road, Erdington, Birmingham B24 9SE
- Small Heath Library
Small Heath Library, Muntz Street, Birmingham B10 9RX
- Small Heath Park
Small Heath Park, Small Heath, Yardley, Birmingham, B10 0PL
- Small Heath Wellbeing Centre
Muntz Street, Small Heath, Birmingham B10 9RX
- Soho Family Hub
21 Louise Road, Handsworth, Birmingham B21 0RY
- St Barnabas Community Hub
St Barnabas Church Centre, High Street, Erdington, Birmingham B23 6SY
- The Little High Street
53 High Street, Harborne, Birmingham B17 9NU
- Victoria Common
Victoria Common, Church Road, Northfield, Birmingham, B31 2BB
Guides & inspiration
Erdington with kids: Rookery Park and welcoming High Street stops
Erdington works well for a short family outing built around Rookery Park and a High Street stop. The park brings playground time, ball courts and tree…
Guides & inspiration
Handsworth with kids: park play, a small-pool swim and family stops
Handsworth offers a practical mix of outdoor play, swimming and neighbourhood family support. Start with the playgrounds and tree-lined paths in Hands…
Guides & inspiration
Harborne with children: playgrounds, little-world play and Moor Pool
Harborne makes it easy to mix a small indoor outing with time outside. The High Street has a library and The Little High Street’s role-play and soft-p…
Guides & inspiration
Kings Heath with children: playgrounds, creative groups and an Orchard adventure
Kings Heath gives families several different ways to spend a few hours without crossing Birmingham for every activity. The High Street has a library a…
Guides & inspiration
Northfield with children: playgrounds, books and local groups
Northfield makes it possible to combine a town-centre errand with a proper break for children. Victoria Common sits behind the shopping centre, with t…
Guides & inspiration
Small Heath with children: park time, outdoor adventures and little learners
Small Heath’s family choices range from a straightforward playground visit to outdoor activities that need a little planning. Small Heath Park supplie…