


Important Coronavirus Information
Unfortunately, due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, The BrigHouse will remain closed to visiting school groups until at least January 2021. This position is under on-going review in line with government guidance with regard to social distancing and educational residential centres. The BCCV trustees will hold half termly trustees’ virtual meetings to monitor developments and implement all necessary actions in response. We appreciate your understanding during this difficult time.
Welcome to the BrigHouse
About Us
The Birmingham Children’s Community Venture (BCCV) was established in 1969 to provide high quality outdoor and residential education for non-privileged primary, secondary and special school children. BCCV is currently working with 20 schools and approximately 12,000 children in some of Birmingham’s most socially and economically deprived communities. There is strong demand for this programme, which has served the young people of Birmingham so well for the last four decades.

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Educational Activities
We provide a wide range of outdoor activities for our children
Research
Compare the differences between the local rural landscape with more urban environments
Map Reading
Children participate in nearby woodland walks and study the various plants and trees
Farming
Investigate the various farming and agriculture methods that are used in the local area
History
The hostel is located in the grounds of Merevale Hall which is steeped in local history
Transport
Study the local transport options especially the nearby 'Watling Street' (Roman Road)
Excursions
Many local attractions to visit like Bosworth Battle Field and Tamworth Castle
20
Partner Schools
20000
Potential Pupils
100
Activities
47
Years Established
Our Recent Projects
Please click on one of the images below to view our recent projects

Interactive Touchscreen Display
In order to ensure the BCCV hostel is fit for the 21st century, we requested the support from a […]

The New Build
The Birmingham Children’s Community Venture was established by a group of volunteer teachers in 1960 and as an independent Hostel […]
SCHOOLS BLOG SECTION
Read all about out exciting residential visits
Recycling our Bunk Beds
Dear All, We hope this message finds you and your families well and that you’re are coping during these most […]
“From a Rock to a Hard Place”
In the week beginning 29th January Year 4 had their amazing residential at The BrigHouse. Although […]
“Where the Wild Things Are!”
On Wednesday 20th September, Year 2 from Hillstone Primary School set off on their journey to The Brighouse. The highly-anticipated trip […]
Wood Craft at the BrigHouse
The year 4 children of Audley Primary School had a brilliant time this week exercising their wood crafting skills during […]
SOCIAL MEDIA SECTION
Please see below the most recent activity from our Twitter feed