Deadwood: Elergy

In the centre of Hodgehill Common is a dead Silver Birch Tree. Come along and discover the rich diversity of life this tree still supports and help create an elergy to the tree through words and pictures.

About the organiser

Friends of Hodge Hill Common was founded in January 2023, bringing local residents and those who care about the common together with a three-fold purpose:

to safeguard and raise awareness of the Common’s natural beauty, ecological importance and historic heritage 2) to address the litter and fly-tipping problem, helping to keep the Common clean and safe for all to enjoy 3) to build community among the diversity of people with an interest in the Common, encouraging local community members to engage with each other on and around the Common through a variety of events and activities.

Soobie Whitfield

Soobie Whitfield is a local resident and freelance creative with a particular interest in linking communities to their local environment. She leads outdoor guided ‘walkshops' and last year was Community Artist in Residence in Castle Bromwich, running 'Our Green and Common Land' project. Soobie has been supporting and leading Urban Tree Festival events since 2020.

Maximum number of participants

30

social media

Instagram- @hodgehillcommonfriends

Facebook- @friendsofhodgehillcommon

Directions/transport / additional location info

Buses 94 and 28 run to the edge of the Common. Walk down the road called Hodgehill Common to the end of the large houses, and the meeting point is on a tarmac path by the gated community.