Welcome to the Tyseley Visitor Centre
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Come to our Visitor Centre to learn more about sustainability and recycling. We invite schools and community groups to take part in educational workshops, courses or events about the life cycle of waste, and how our behaviour contributes to a greener planet.
Through interactive exhibits, learn how recycling, composting, and responsible disposal play a critical role in reducing our environmental footprint. Whether you’re a teacher planning a field trip or a community leader organising an outing, the Tyseley Visitor Centre provides a unique and impactful learning experience.
Key information:
Eligibility: booking made by a resident of Birmingham
Cost: free!
Capacity: groups up to 12
Address: Visitor Centre, Veolia HRC, James Road, Birmingham B11 2BA
Parking: on-site couch, mini-bus and car parking
Operating times: 9am-5pm
Monday-Friday
Accessibility: disabled access and facilities on site
Our Offer
Schools
We offer schools and children's groups a variety of educational sessions. Our programmes are curriculum-aligned to complement classroom learning. We have suitable programmes suitable for KS1, KS2, KS3, and beyond. Our resources are designed to be fun and interactive, and teach students about the importance of recycling. Our sessions use crafts, debates, and games to engage students.
Topics covered:
- Recycling: the Journey of Waste
- The Waste Hierarchy (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Recover)
- Energy Recovery
Format:
- Informational workshop - 1 hour to 1.5 hours
- Craft workshop - 1.5 hours to 2 hours
SEND:
- We welcome SEND groups and communities. We tailor our educational material to meet the specific needs of others, and ensure the session is appropriate and engaging
Community Groups
We deliver talks and workshops for community groups. Our knowledgeable staff provide an in-depth understanding will lead you through the journey of waste, explaining the process with engaging talks and hands-on activities. Participate in workshops that teach practical skills for sustainable living, such as composting, up-cycling, and reducing single-use plastics.
Topics covered:
- The Journey of Waste
- The Waste Hierarchy (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Recover)
- The Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) process
- The importance of recycling in an age of Climate Change
Format:
- Informational workshop - 1 hour to 1.5 hours
- Craft workshop - 1.5 hours to 2 hours
SEND:
- We welcome SEND groups and communities. We tailor our educational material to meet the specific needs of others, and ensure the session is appropriate and engaging
Event Space
Weekly Events:
- Tyseley Warm Welcome Space: Wednesdays, 11:30am-2pm
- Check out our Space Page- we are registered as a Warm Welcome Space. Every Wednesday we offer hot drinks, food, refreshments, and a cosy space to socialise! Feel free to pop in
- Starting 22nd of January, 2025 until the end of March 2025
We work with community organisations or schools to host events related to recycling or sustainability. Events include talks, repair workshops or networking events. Our Visitor Centre can offer drinks, refreshments, food and activities for participants.
Check this page for upcoming events, and get in contact to plan an event together!
Get in contact
Get in contact with any booking enquiries, questions, or if you want more information. Use the booking form to make a booking. Call Isla Sutton at +44 7350443177 or email at [email protected]