IHBC West Midlands Branch 2026 AGM and CPD Event

Welcome to our first event of 2026! March sees us at Walsall Council House for our AGM and talks on the Planning Balance and Heritage Law. Speakers include Michael Brereton, Director of Development and Regulation and Dr Ashley Bowes, Barrister, Landmark Chambers.

During the lunch break in the Town Hall, we will have the option to tour the tower with Ian Lister, or listen to an organ recital.

Places are limited, so please book your ticket now to avoid disappointment. Prices for the CPD session are £25 for members and £35 for non-members, including lunch and tea/coffee throughout the day. Attendance is free for those attending the AGM only. Guests are more than welcome to attend. If you have special dietary requirements, please email us the specifics as soon as you've registered, so that we can ensure you'll be well looked after on the day.

Registration is in the Council House at 9:30AM for a 10:00AM start.

GETTING THERE:

Car

The Town Hall is a 10 min drive from Junction 10 of the M6 at Lichfield Street, Walsall, WS1 1TW

There are plenty of town centre car parks. For more information on parking in Walsall, please visit Walsall car parks.

Bus and Rail

The nearest rail station is Walsall Train Station, which is within walking distance of the Council House.

Bus services run between Birmingham and Walsall every 6 minutes via the X51 and 51. (Bus services terminate at Walsall Bus Station; bus stops on Bridge Street x2 within walking distance of Council House ).

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