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Take a look behind the scenes at the new Haden Hill Leisure Centre👀
Work is well underway on the new Leisure Centre, which will include a 100-station gym, two swimming pools, and much more. 🙌
The new site is set to open in Autumn 2027, and we can’t wait to see it finished!
We’ve got free activities at our libraries next weekend!
🌸 Youngsters can make their very own make a creative rangoli piece in a workshop with artist Ranbir Kaur! Workshops are taking place at Stone Cross Library and Great Barr Library on Saturday 31 October.
Suitable for children aged 6-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult. These events are funded by Arts Council England and National Lottery.
Book now: ticketsource.com/sandwell-li…
🍂 Swap screen time for some family time this half-term!
Join Choices for fun-filled activities including gardening, nature walks, sports and creative crafts. It's a great way to get active, explore the outdoors and make memories together.
Open to all families with children aged 5-12 who live in Sandwell or attend a Sandwell school.
🔗 See what activities are waiting for you: orlo.uk/Xq1K8
You don't have to choose between quitting smoking and feeling good.
Visit Stop for Life Sandwell for quit support tailored to you. Let's quit smoking together.
We're looking for local residents who would like to join the Britannia Park Friends Group and help support, improve, and shape the future of this valued community space.
📅 Thursday 29th October
🕓 7.30pm start – 8.30pm finish
📍 Sons of Rest, Rowley Regis, B65 9AT
📚 A big step deserves a little planning
If your child is currently in Year 6, remember to submit your secondary school application before 31 October 2026.
✅ Choose your preferred schools
✅ Submit your application on time
✅ Avoid the stress of a last-minute rush
📝 Visit orlo.uk/eixFG, and search "school admissions" to submit your application today
🌹 On Sunday 8 November, communities across Sandwell will gather to honour and remember those who have served in conflicts past and present.
📍 Services and parades will take place in:
Great Barr
Oldbury
Rowley Regis
Smethwick
Tipton
Wednesbury
West Bromwich
Arrive from 10.30am to watch the parades, followed by remembrance services. A two-minute silence will be observed at 11am at war memorials.
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👉We're asking residents, businesses and community groups to help shape our future budget plans.
Tell us what matters most to you.
Get involved and fill in our budget consultation before 25 November.
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🏅 Excitement is building following the announcement that Sandwell Aquatics Centre will host the swimming competition at Invictus Games 2027
If you registered for the Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 Community Pre-Sale before Sunday 18 October 2026, check your inbox now
Every day, people sit in your chair and open up about life, stress, relationships and their mental health. You don't need to be a mental health expert to make a difference
Sign up for FREE Community Champions Mental Health Awareness Training👇
ALT A promotional poster for free mental health training for barbers and tattooists in Sandwell, featuring a barber at work.
Build your confidence in having conversations about mental health: orlo.uk/SfuM2
💭 Help Shape the Future of West Bromwich Town Hall
We’re reviewing our future events programme and want to hear your ideas. Take our short survey and have your say.
