Here is SustainaBrum’s curated list of sustainability, environment and nature events in Birmingham this November!
Featured Event
SustainaBrum Sustainable Christmas Market
Sunday 16th November
We’re so excited to be hosting our third SustainaBrum Sustainable Christmas Market at Attic Brew in Stirchley! All the traders are sustainable, so it’s the perfect place to pick up eco gifts for Christmas! There will be Christmas tunes, and the beer will be flowing! What else do you need to kick the festive season off?!
Adults
Holloway Hall Community Garden
Every Monday
The Community Gardening group at Ley Hill meet every week to learn how to grow food, techniques for looking after fruit trees & bushes, and other skills such as woodwork. They also grow a mix of flowers and have grand plans to put up lots of bird boxes around the site! All of the food grown can be taken by the group to use at home.
West Heath Community Centre Garden
Every Tuesday
Get ready to enjoy a day filled with fun activities, beautiful greenery, and a sense of community. Take a stroll through their lovely garden, participate in gardening workshops, and connect with fellow nature enthusiasts. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to relax and unwind in the heart of our community.
Milebrook Hall Community Garden
Every Thursday
Pop along to Milebrrok Hall and spend a couple of hours chatting and growing fresh vegetables and fruit. Listen to the birdsong as you tend to the raised beds and brush up on our horticultual skills. Each month, you will use the seasonal vegetables to make budget friendly soups in the hall.
Energy Tips and Advice
Multiple Dates
Find out how you can make better choices when using energy at home, save money and make your home more comfortable and energy efficient while reducing your impact on the planet.
FREE bug/ecology workshop with renowned queer ecologist Jazmeen Isa Qureshi
Saturday 1st November
Brum Unitarians are launching a year-long project to transform a patch of plain grass near Five Ways into an insect-friendly haven in the heart of Birmingham. In this launch workshop led by Jazmeen Isa Qureshi, you’ll look at insects, how to view them, and what they can teach us. Whether you’re a professor or a pre-schooler, there’s something in this for you. This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in insects, sustainability, environments and ecosystems.
Fabulous Fungi, Guided Walk @ RSPB Sandwell Valley
Saturday 1st November
Led by local fungi expert, this guided walk will take you through the reserve in search of the fascinating fungi that flourish in autumn. From quirky shapes to bursts of colour, you’ll discover the hidden world of mushrooms and toadstools that often go unnoticed.
Youth Conservation Café: Coppicing, Tool Use & Access for All
Sunday 2nd November
Join The Wildlife Trust for Birmingham and the Black Country for a free day of hands-on nature conservation and tool use training for young people (16-25) in Birmingham and the Black Country! This session will explore practical conservation skills; introducing participants to hazel coppicing and accessible path maintenance, connecting traditional skills with wider conversations about equity, inclusion, and access to nature. You’ll learn how tool use, woodland management, and site maintenance can support both wildlife habitats and human wellbeing, ensuring that our green spaces are welcoming and accessible to everyone.
Bird Watching for Beginners @RSPB Sandwell Valley
Saturday 1st November & Tuesday 4th November
Join RSPB volunteers on an easy monthly walk around the reserve, whether you are new to birdwatching or just want to discover more about wildlife at the reserve, the team will give you tips on getting started, point out the different birds, how to identify them and how the seasons bring different changes to the valley.
Black STEAM Goes Green!
Sunday 2nd November
This event is part of the Black STEAM Goes Green festival taking place between October & November. With a focus on research, sustainability, environmental awareness and Black Heritage, the festival will take place in various locations and include engaging workshops, films, interactive exhibits, and thought-provoking discussions led by engineers, artists, scientists and activists making a difference in the green movement.
Neurodivergent Nature Group – Parkridge
Monday 3rd November
Join Warwickshire Wildlife Trust at their NEW monthly group for Neurodivergent adults exploring and enjoying nature. Explore 5 ways to wellbeing through woodland crafts, land art & photography in a small group setting with a neurodivergent group leader. All materials provided & free hot drinks.
Greener Living Workshop
Tuesday 4th & Wednesday 5th November
Join ecobirmingham for a hands-on, indoor session where you’ll explore what makes a real difference in living a more sustainable life. ecobirmingham will share simple, useful tips and ideas you can use right away to make positive changes in your own routine.
Jewellery Quarter Litter Pick- Birmingham cemeteries
Saturday 8th November
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and help clean up our beautiful cemeteries in the Jewellery Quarter. This is a fantastic opportunity to give back to the community and make a positive impact on the environment. Equipment is provided, please wear suitable clothing & footwear.
Retrofit House: Open House
Monday 10th November
Retrofit House will open its doors for a week-long exploration of how we reimagine retrofit to meet +3°C futures at the scale of our homes and streets.
Living green: the psychology behind environmental action
Monday 10th November
Human behaviour and the environment are deeply intertwined. Our actions shape the world around us, just as our surroundings influence how we think, feel, and act. Understanding this relationship is key to addressing today’s environmental challenges, from pollution to climate change and biodiversity loss. Join leading academics and partners to explore how everyday behaviours impact the environment and how we can each make a positive difference. Discover how messages about energy use, sustainable travel, and pollution are designed to connect with the public and inspire action.
Allotments: Sustainable techniques for a thriving plot
Monday 10th November
Learn how to work with nature, rather than against it, to create a thriving vegetable garden or allotment that supports biodiversity and sustainability.
Small99’s People, Planet, Pint™: Sustainability Meetup
Wednesday 12th November
A meetup to find more about what’s going on locally with sustainability. Start your journey or continue learning, and meet diverse people to chat about life and how we can sustain it. Everyone is welcome, regardless of your experience or background. People Planet Pint is a space where everyone can feel comfortable learning about sustainability and sharing their ideas.
Eco Gym
Wednesday 12th & Wednesday 26th November
A free nature based volunteering session. Get moving with a variety of tasks that will give your local green space a helping hand. Meet new people who share a passion for being outdoors and staying active. Soak up the benefits that fresh air and green space have on our mental health.
Sustainable Christmas Market @ Resorts World
Saturday 15th November
Monthly eco market showcasing small businesses and ethical independent retailers.
Fabric Swap
Sunday 16th November
Join the Stirchley Sewing School for a friendly fabric swap at The Old Post Office.
Climate Café
Sunday 16th November
Extinction Rebellion and Friends of the Earth jointly present Climate Café, a space to learn about environmental issues and solutions to them. Join a different expert every month for tea, coffee, cake, and the opportunity to hear what they have to say for 30 minutes, followed by a chance to stay to chat and share ideas if you would like. This month will be: ‘Imagine a Better Future’ with Art2Imagine.
Nature Crafts for Adults – Bead Making
Monday 17th November
A relaxed nature inspired arts and crafts session, in beautiful woodland surroundings (Parkridge Nature Reserve in Solihull), with bottomless tea and coffee! No experience needed as all crafts are aimed at beginners, and all resources supplied.
MAKE IT MEND IT
Tuesday 18th November
Make It Mend It is a monthly drop-in craft and mending café for anyone wanting to learn how to fix, mend, upcycle or repair items and objects. Free materials. Free refreshments. Drop in between 6 pm and 8 pm.
Ginger’s Flea Market
Saturday 22nd November
Get ready for an exciting day out at Ginger’s Flea market, featuring a huge selection of the best independent vintage stalls. It’s the perfect blend of cool vintage clothing, unique handmade crafts, and quirky retro homewares that you’ll love!
Healthy Air, Healthy Lives Conference
Saturday 22nd November
Learn how clean air impacts our health at the Healthy Air, Healthy Lives Conference! Discover the latest trends in air quality, hear from passionate local experts, and learn how to meaningfully engage with both media outlets and local decision makers on the topic of air pollution in our communities.
WHY NATURE MATTERS – Free Workshop
Saturday 22nd November
An informative, fun and interactive workshop to discover how human activity can damage the environment and what you can do to help nature. Are you concerned about nature loss but not sure what to do? Meet others who share your concerns, hear about what is happening in your local area and how you can get involved with your community.
FREE Brash Fence Making Workshop: Create Wildlife-Friendly Boundaries
Friday 28th November
Build a sustainable, low-cost brash fence with garden cuttings—secure, eco-friendly, wildlife-friendly & FREE! In this hands-on outdoor workshop you’ll learn how to build a brash fence—an inexpensive, sustainable way to create secure boundaries while giving new life to your garden waste.
Willow Wreath Making Workshop
Sunday 30th November
Get into the festive spirit and create your own stunning Christmas wreath in this hands-on Willow Wreath Making Workshop. Using sustainably harvested natural willow, evergreen foliage, and other beautiful natural materials, you’ll craft a unique holiday decoration to take home and cherish.
Children & Families
Wild Bunch: Family Forest School
Every Thursday
Join ecobirmingham for a weekly forest school adventure for home-ed families with children aged 4-12.
Nature Tots @ Parkridge
Every Friday
A weekly outdoor session for parents and toddlers, encouraging an early interest in wildlife with hands on fun activities, games and crafts!
Woodland Play Sundays
Sunday 9th November
Join Highbury Orchard Community CIC for Woodland Play – a friendly, nature-based session for families at Highbury Orchard, tucked away in the heart of Highbury Park. These relaxed sessions are designed to help children (and their grown-ups!) connect with the outdoors through play, creativity, and seasonal discovery.
Nature Tots at EcoPark
Friday 14th November
From environmental arts and crafts to story time, mini-beast hunts, pond-dipping and woodland games, Nature Tots has plenty to entertain every young family! Based at our EcoPark education centre, you’ll soon forget its urban surroundings as you discover woodlands, ponds and meadows – there is even an orchard with apples ripe for picking in autumn! Nature Tots takes place every Friday morning during term time, whatever the weather, and is open to all preschool children and accompanying adults.
Wildlife Watch After School Club @ Parkridge
Friday 14th November
A monthly (during the school year) Wildlife Watch After School Club at The Parkridge Centre – spend an hour heading outdoors into the natural world of our Parkridge reserve to explore, learn new skills, play games and maybe even make some new friends! This session is aimed at ages 4 to 11 years.
Birdland Christmas Decorations
Saturday 15th November
Make a bird inspired festive decoration to take home or hang on MAC’s tree. Juneau Projects are Birmingham-based artists who love nature and working with people! Alongside local community members they have created Birdland, a trail of ceramic birds inspired by those in Cannon Hill Park.
Nature Club @ Parkridge
Friday 21st November
Nature Club is a great way to engage your child with the outdoors, build their confidence, learn new skills and encourage socialisation through exploring nature and taking part in wildlife-themed games, activities and fun crafts to take home. This group accommodates for primary aged children of all needs and abilities, and is suitable for both home-schooled children and those in in-school learning.
Family Friendly Community Event – Growing Our Hall Green Future
Saturday 22nd November
A range of activities from getting creative in nature & energy advice to greener living and wellbeing workshops.
Mini Foresters Does Christmas!
Saturday 29th November
Join The Heart of England Forest for a magical festive adventure in the Forest! This special Mini Foresters session is full of Christmas cheer, creativity, and outdoor fun — perfect for little adventurers and their grown-ups.
Business
Social Economy Awards 2025
Thursday 20th November
Social Economy Awards celebrate impactful initiatives, recognising organisations and individuals driving positive change through sustainable. The Social Economy Awards Gala Dinner event brings to a close the Social Economy Drive’s week of events. The Awards Celebrate the fantastic work carried out by all of those supporting the growth of the Social Economy, with over 11 awards categories and 100 finalists, its an opportunity to announce the winners of this year’s awards.
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