Visitors

We delighted you are planning to join us at Alvechurch’s Picnic in the Park. We hope you can find all the information you need for a wonderful day out here. Please come and join us and support all those that spend months planning the day.

the 2024 programme

The 2024 Alvechurch Picnic in the Park takes place on Sunday 26th May at The Meadow, Meadow Lane, Alvechurch.  The day starts with a fun Dog Show at 10.30am with the main event kicking off at 12 noon and an official opening with Alvechurch Ladies Cricket Teams!!  The day runs until 4.30pm when we all move over to the Cricket Club for an evening of entertainment and more fun.

A MASSIVE thanks go to our Sponsors and Supporters – without them the day would go un-funded and our charities would not benefit anywhere near as much!  And another massive thank you goes to the Committee, the volunteers, the stallholders, the entertainers and the service providers – the day couldn’t go ahead with them.

We load the current Programme up a week or two before the event but in the meantime you can see what we got up to last year:

Visitor agenda

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Date:

Sunday 26th May 2024

Venue:

The Meadows, Meadow Lane, Alvechurch

Agenda:

10:00am  Dog show registration opens

10:30am  Dog show commences

12:00noon  Official opening of the picnic
Entertainment programme commences
Stalls and activities open for business

4:30pm  Venue moves to the Cricket Club for the evening’s entertainment

Visitor FAQs

To help you enjoy a wonderful day with us at the Picnic we have prepared answers to a few frequently asked questions.

Can I bring a gazebo?
Yes, please feel free to bring a gazebo BUT we do ask you put these at the side of the entertainment viewing area – please ask a Steward for assistance. This is so you don’t block the view of either the Picnicers or the Stallholders. The stallholders are here to not only provide an activity, products or services but also to have a good day too.  We appreciate your consideration of others.

Is there parking at The Meadows?
No, sorry. The tiny car park at the Meadows is for use by the Organisers, and also needs to provide access to emergency vehicles, should we need them. Parking is available in Tanyard Lane, behind the Cricket Club, in the Square and at the Social Club – please note restrictions though. If you park on adjoining streets please be considerate of driveways, access, road junctions and stay legal!

Can I park down Meadow Lane?
No, sorry.  The residents very kindly keep the road clear for pedestrians and emergency access and a road closure will be in place from 10.00am to 5.30pm.

Is there food available?
Yes. Food stalls include pig roast, cakes, snacks and an ice cream van available for all to enjoy, and many of our stallholders provide a range of food – cakes, biscuits, tuck shop and occasionally samosas, but please feel free to bring your own food and drink.  Many people bring chairs for comfort, tables and enough to feed an army!

Is there entertainment?
Yes, from 12 noon til 4.30pm in The Meadows.  The event then moves over to the Cricket Club for an evening of entertainment, real ale and more fun and laughter.

What happens in the evening?
The Picnic finishes in The Meadows at 5pm but we continue the entertainment and fun over at the adjoining Cricket Club until late. There is a licensed bar, music and food for all to enjoy.

What time does the Dog Show start?
The Fun Dog Show starts at 10.30.  Registration is on the day. There is no charge but we do ask for a £1.00 contribution per dog per class to go to Cramar Cat Sanctuary in Hopwood. Please ensure your dog is on a lead at all times and under control.  And please clean up after them.

Where can I find bins?
The Meadows only has bins at the Car Park but bags will be provided for you to bag up your rubbish.  Please, please, please deposit these in the car park on your way out – the organisers are normally on their knees by this time so your help in clearing up The Meadows would be greatly appreciated.

Is alcohol available?
Not for sale at The Meadows. There is a licensed bar at the adjoining Cricket Club. Please feel free to bring your own but be careful of glassware, take your bottles/cans home and drink responsibly.

Can't find the answer you're looking for?

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