To Absent Friends

The Junction 212 High St, Harborne, Birmingham

The people we love live on in our memories long after they have died. To Absent Friends is a small informal gathering in which we tell and listen to stories of our loved ones over dinner. Bring an object – or maybe a photo - to help you share a memory and we’ll all share […]

Free

Death over Drinks – Legal

Anjuna Lounge Hazelwell Street, Stirchley, Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

An evening to explore the legal stuff around death and dying including common misconceptions about wills and powers of attorney & how to get it right. As part of A Matter of Life and Death Festival, we will be joined by Lis Whybrow, a non practicing solicitor with over 35 years experience of making wills […]

Free

Life and Death in Birmingham Walking Tour

St Philip's Square Colmore Row, Birmingham

Eager to find out about Birmingham's history? Both its dark and light sides? This Birmingham Heritage Walking Tour will take you on a stroll through the city's weird and wonderful happenings. Your host Kevin Thomas, a Birmingham-based photographer and enthusiast will lead the way. Together, you'll explore the city's last public hanging, as well as […]

£15

Compass Support

The Sanctuary Castle Vale, Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

An awareness event on bereavement, end of life care and loss for Dying Matters Awareness Week. Hosted by Compass Support at The Sanctuary, Castle Vale and supported by Suzanne McArthur from Birmingham Hospice and BrumYODO.

Free

Brandwood End Death Cafe

Brandwood End Cemetery Lodge Brandwood End Cemetery, Woodthorpe Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham

Come to a safe space where people talk about anything and everything to do with death. Everyone welcome regardless of age, religion, non-religion, gender or background. email josie.wall@birmingham.gov.uk  to come along

Free