Posts by Kim-VisitKnowle
Eat, Drink and Step Back in Time
Our village stretches back more than 750 years, and while some of our buildings have a rich history going back centuries, we hold fond memories of café’s and pubs from more recent times too. Food and drink have been part of Knowle’s High Street story for centuries, and several of the places you can visit…
Read MoreGuest Blog: You’re never too young to make an LPA
Guest Blog by Victoria Upton, Senior Associate at FBC Manby Bowdler Despite being one of the most important personal, legal documents, the vast majority of UK adults still don’t have a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). And even though 1,367,053 registrations were made in the year 2024-25 – a 97% increase in the four years…
Read MoreKnowle’s 750 Celebration Day – Getting Ready for Knowle’s Biggest Birthday
Seven hundred and fifty years in the making – and worth every one of them. On Sunday 21st June 2026, Knowle throws open its High Street for a full day of live music, street food, performances and community activities as the village marks a major milestone in its long history. Knowle’s story stretches back long…
Read MoreRecord Store Day comes to Knowle
Knowle, Are You Ready? Record Store Day Comes to the Knowle! This Saturday, Knowle High Street comes alive for Record Store Day – 18th April 2026 – and it’s shaping up to be a brilliant one. Slow Century Records is joining over 300 independent record shops across the country in this annual celebration of music,…
Read MoreLooking back at Knowle 750 Years Ago
A short history of Cnolle upto around 1276 At the time of the Domesday Survey in 1086, Knowle, as a hamlet was intricately linked to Hampton in Arden, as part of Hampton in Arden Manor, (owned by the de Arden family) and Hampton in Arden Parish. There is evidence that Knowle was already a settlement…
Read MoreFour Circular Walks from Knowle High Street (Dogs Very Welcome)
Whether you’re a regular walker or simply looking for a new route, Knowle is a brilliant base for a walk. Public footpaths, canal towpaths, parkland and quiet residential streets all connect to create some lovely circular routes. We’ve picked four (four walks for four paws) that start and finish on the High Street. Best of…
Read MoreKnowle Business Expo Returns on 5 June 2026
Visit Knowle’s Business Expo is set to return this summer, bringing together local businesses and entrepreneurs for a morning of networking, discovery, and inspiration. Taking place at the Greswolde Arms Hotel on 5 June 2026, the event is free to attend and open to all from 9.00am to 1.00pm. Returning for its second year, the…
Read MoreRipples Solihull unveils inspiring new showroom displays following major transformation
Having built a strong reputation for design expertise and exceptional client service, Ripples Solihull has firmly established itself as a trusted name within the luxury bathroom industry. Originally opened in 1988, the showroom has a long-standing heritage, entering a new chapter three years ago under the co-ownership of Richard Fox and Russell Wright. Since then,…
Read MoreIntroducing Knowle’s Secret Supper Club
A brand-new dining experience is set to launch in Knowle this spring, bringing together great food, local restaurants and a touch of mystery. The Secret Supper Club, taking place on Tuesday 12th May at 6:30pm, invites guests to enjoy a unique progressive dining evening across several of Knowle’s popular restaurants. The event will begin with…
Read MoreIf caring feels heavier than it should
Guest Blog by Jessica of Elite Assistance If caring feels heavier than it should, it’s time to reach out… When January feels like it lasts 300 months, the pressure of caring for a loved one can start to feel more overwhelming than ever before. Dark mornings, relentless weather and daylight that never quite seems to…
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