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Central England Quakers is a group of Quaker Meetings within the Midlands: including the cities of Birmingham and Coventry, the Black Country, and the surrounding areas.  Join us for Meeting for Worship, and to experience friendship and community.

News

Film Review: ‘The Testament of Ann Lee’ - Rhiannon Grant reviews this recent film, a biography of a woman who received a spiritual leading to found a new community - the Shakers. And Tim Gee reflects on the similarities and differences between Shakers and Quakers, and what he… Continue Reading
Ecumenical & Interfaith opportunities - Four opportunities to connect with other faiths in March & April: an interfaith dialogue with Christian & Muslim Forum in Bordesley; a play about St Francis of Assisi in Bournville; a conference on Humility, Kindness and Love led by the… Continue Reading
Remembering Michael Langford - Hall Green Friends are holding a memorial meeting to celebrate the life and contribution of our Friend Michael Langford on Saturday 21 March at Hall Green Meeting House starting at 3.00pm although all will be welcome from 2.30 pm onwards.… Continue Reading
Response to a second raid on Westminster Meeting House - For the second time in less than a year, Metropolitan Police officers have raided Westminster Quaker Meeting House, arresting young activists. On Thursday evening, 5 March, more than 10 officers entered the meeting house and arrested 15 supporters of Take… Continue Reading
Invitation to take part in a research study - A Friend from the University of Leeds is inviting Quakers who are practising psychotherapists or counsellors to take part in a research study. The study will explore the relationship between Quaker spirituality and therapeutic practice. Participation will involve a single… Continue Reading

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Events

  • New Afternoon Meeting at Stratford 22/03/2026 at Stratford-upon-Avon Quaker Meeting House, Stratford-upon-Avon. Sunday afternoon Meeting for Worship – Stratford-upon-Avon Quakers will be Meeting for Worship at 4.00 pm this Sunday at their Meeting House. The Meeting will be in addition to the regular Sunday morning Meeting for Worship, and is being held to provide an opportunity to meet other than Sunday morning (which can be inconvenient for some).…

  • Ways of Being an Area Meeting Presentation 24/03/2026 Online. – For anybody who was unable to attend the 'Ways of Being an Area Meeting Workshop' on Saturday 7th March, this will be an opportunity to hear Lesley Richards from BYM give her presentation on Zoom. Lesley talked about different ways of being an Area Meeting and the experiences of Quakers…

  • Dame Elizabeth Cadbury, social reformer and philanthropist 26/03/2026 at Bournville Quaker Meeting House, Bournville Birmingham. a great-grand daughter’s perspective – Friends might be interested to hear a talk given by Caroline Cadbury about her great-grandmother Elizabeth Cadbury.  The Bournville Amnesty group is hosting this talk to learn more about this early pioneer of human rights. Refreshments will be available. Caroline Cadbury, great-grand daughter of Elizabeth Cadbury, has been rediscovering her…

  • Area Meeting March 2026 Area Meeting March 2026 28/03/2026 at Bournville Quaker Meeting House, Bournville Birmingham. Workshop 10:45-12:45, Business 14:00-17:00 – An all-day Area Meeting, with a workshop on 'the Shape of Quaker Spirituality' in the morning 10.45am-12.45pm (arrivals and drinks from 10:15am), lunch which will be provided, and then business meeting 2pm-5pm. Workshop: The Shape of Quaker Spirituality In this 'Woodbrooke where you are' session, led by Stuart Masters, we…

  • Spring / Easter Afternoon Tea 28/03/2026 at Stourbridge Quaker Meeting House, Stourbridge. – Stourbridge Quakers invite you to this open event for everyone. Cake and refreshments and optional activities. Children are very welcome.

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