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Hello I live around the corner from what used to be called 'Aston Union Cottage Homes' (later to become Erdington Cottage Homes). The Cottage Homes were built in 1899 to house around 300 orphaned and destitute children. Amazingly, these large Victorian houses continued to be used as children's...

Hi Richard I put together the website SisterSue61 mentions above and I am currently working on a book on Erdington Cottage Homes. I am talking to a lot of peole about their memories of children's homes in Birmingham so I'll pass your photo around if that's ok to see if anyone has any good...

Re: Highcroft History Display panels unveiling THUR 2 JUN 11am-1pm Archway, Highcroft Hi Julian Looking forward to seeing the display on 2nd June. I am currently putting a book together about Erdington Cottage Homes - neighbours to Highcroft. I would love to chat with you about the project...

Hi. For anyone wanting to find out more about Council-run children's homes in Birmingham, have a look at www.connectinghistories.org.uk/childrenshomes.asp. I have just finished working on it and would be really interested to hear what you think of it. Gudrun

Re: Tennal School Hi Astonian I am compiling a history of Birmingham children's homes at Birmingham's Central Library and am covering the time period I think you are talking about. If you might like to share some of your memories with me, I would be very interested - I can guarantee your...

Re: Tennal School Hi BobS I am working on compiling a history of Birmingham children's homes at Birmingham's Central Library. If you would be interested in sharing your memories, please let me know as I would be very interested in hearing more about your experiences at Tennal. Many thanks...