Kendall and Wall

Name: Kendall and Wall
Address: 121 Walsall Road, Lichfield, WS138AD, GB
Telephone: +441543897131

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We organise door-to-door, wheelchair accessible outings for elderly and disabled people. We are a not-for-profit Community Interest Company.

We all need a break now and again to recharge our batteries and to remind us that there is a world out there beyond the four walls that normally constrain us. We organise outings to places of interest-especially for clients with poor mobility. All the outings are in our easy access, wheelchair friendly vehicles which are fitted with a lift so no climbing is involved. We provide a ‘door to door’ se

rvice collecting clients from their homes, care homes etc. and providing friendly staff to push wheelchairs, if necessary. Mobility scooters are available for hire, if required. Most of our outings are in the West Midlands area and all locations are wheelchair-accessible with disabled access toilets on site. Locations have been chosen to appeal mainly to older people – for example, The National Memorial Arboretum at Alrewas; Birmingham Botanical Gardens; Black Country Museum. All admission charges are included in the price of the trip. All our staff are CRB checked.

10/04/2026

There is a rich heritage in the Midlands which, together with our friends, Kendall and Wall love to explore. To this end We were fascinated to be guided round the Needle Museum in Redditch on Thursday 2 April. The Forge Mill Needle Museum is an unusual and fascinating place to visit. This historic site illustrates the rich heritage of the needle and fishing tackle industries. Models and recreated scenes provided a vivid illustration of how needles were once made, and how Redditch once produced 90% of the world’s needles.

Forge Mill is a listed building which houses original water powered machinery. Models, recreated scenes and original audio provided a vivid illustration of how needles were once made and how Redditch dominated the world needle trade.

You can step back in time and experience the largely unchanged atmosphere of an original scouring (polishing) mill. This is the only water powered needle scouring mill left in the world and much of the original Victorian machinery remains.

The museum exhibits over 3 floors holding an extensive and unique collection of needle related items. Our guided tour took us through their basement and scouring mill to discover how needles were made in Victorian times. Health and safety was unheard of and there were numerous injuries and early deaths due to the dreadful conditions the employees worked in. They were paid less than £1 per week, but the scourer was paid one Guinea per day due to the extremely dangerous nature of his work; he usually died within 2 years from lung disease or was blinded by pieces of needles breaking off due to the scouring process.

27/03/2026

Kendall and Wall turned creative on Monday 23 March by holding a card making day with our creative and very clever driver Wendy. We have held several card making days in the past and have found them very popular with our friends.

This time our card making was held, with permission, at Hammerwich Cricket Club, a beautiful venue overlooking their cricket grounds. We have used this venue several times in the past and have always been looked after exceedingly well.

With Easter coming up very soon it was the ideal opportunity to make Easter cards, have fun, a natter, get creative and enjoy a Kendall and Wall picnic. Our friends thoroughly enjoyed themselves under the expert guidance of Wendy plus her copious amounts of equipment who guided us expertly through the process of creating.

20/03/2026

The wonderful warm Spring sunshine tempted Kendall and Wall for yesterday’s outing to The Denby Pottery Village where we could shop, eat and experience to our hearts content. We had a small bus of clients, no less enthusiastic about the day ahead. The village had a factory shop, cookshop, home accessories, farm shop and deli, gift shop, garden and pond. As well as a Denby pottery tour, the Denby museum, Denby discovery, craft studio, pottery throwing and further events and activities scheduled throughout the year.
Unfortunately wE had no time for the Pottery tour which we were told is not wheelchair friendly, but thoroughly enjoyed ourselves in the shops which were all easily accessible for wheelchairs and rollators as well as those unable to walk far. It was just wonderful to sit in the sunshine and dream of warmer days to come.

We had delicious food in the Bourne’s Coffee Shop and Bistro, housing a wide selection of homemade cakes, breakfasts, lunches, snacks and drinks. Their star attraction is their Homity Pie. Legend has it that the name “homity” derives from the acronym “How Many in Takes Today?” a question the Land Girls were asked to ensure they consumed enough calories to sustain their strenuous work. The pie is a traditional British open vegetable pie in a pastry case containing a filling of potatoes and an onion and leek mixture, which is then covered in cheese. At Bournes their added ingredient was chicken.

The Denby Pottery Village is located next door to the main Pottery 8 miles north of Derby and has so much to offer in just one location. Another visit for sometime next year.

13/03/2026

With trepidation (suspecting that someone may not be allowed to leave!) Kendall and Wall once again took 2 buses to the West Midlands Police Museum at The Lock-up, Steelhouse Lane, Birmingham.

We were transported back in time as we learned about two centuries of policing history. This superb museum is housed in a former, very old police station and is set over 3 floors with many exhibits actually in the cells with the heavy iron doors still in place.

The cells started with the original bare tiny rooms with no comfort at all and progressed to the next cell with a hard wooden bench for a bed and a wooden pillow, we then progressed to a cell with the added comfort of a thin mattress and a bucket and finally to a cell with a toilet, but the chain is outside the cell for the warder to flush the toilet (this was to prevent the inmate from blocking up the toilet and flooding the cell!).

We learned when policing first started, the first police woman, when fingerprints were first used to gain a conviction and also the first DNA as evidence. The museum offers Murder mystery nights, walking tours to hear gruesome tales of Birmingham’s Victorian past, school hands-on and creative days and would you believe Sleepovers. We learned about the Peaky Blinders who were actually common criminals who charged through the streets in gangs causing mayhem and terrible injuries.

On the lower floor were tables where a picnic could be eaten and tea and coffee served. But also costumes and hats where we had a great time dressing up and taking photos. A really informative and fun day out. We then drove to the Tyburn Inn for another great lunch.

13/03/2026

Monday 9 March found Kendall and Wall’s 2 buses braving the heavy traffic into Birmingham for an exciting trip for our first visit to a Sikh Temple. The visit was to the Gurudwara served by Guru Nanak Nishkam Sewak Jatha in Soho Road, Handsworth.

The Gurudwara is a Sikh place of worship. It is open to visitors of any faith, culture, gender or background. ‘Sikh’ means life-long learner or disciple. At the Gurudwara, Sikhs learn about life’s purpose. They learn how to put important values into practice, like praying, serving God’s creation and singing God’s praises.

The guiding motto for the Sikh way of life is Pray, Work and Share.

Guru means teacher or enlightened.
Dwar means gateway
Gurudwara means gateway to the Guru’s home.

Inside the Gurudwara you will find the sacred scripture, which Sikhs regard and treat as ‘Guru’.

Unfortunately due to the heavy traffic, our second bus was late. So we were taken first to the Langar serving area. The Langar is a vegetarian meal, provided free of charge for all visitors. It is one way Sikhs practice serving others, being generous and seeing God in all. The cooking, serving and cleaning are done by volunteers doing Sewa (selfless service). We were told that they serve 25,000 meals each week!

Next we were taken into the Darbar (Prayer hall). Darbar means court. It is a very sacred place, so,before entering we had to cover our heads, remove our shoes and wash our hands. We walked up the Centre aisle to pay our respects where we could see the sacred scripture on a throne under a canopy, wrapped in beautiful fabrics, like royal robes. The sacred scripture was being recited as part of a 48 hour continuous reading. We then sat quietly to one side whilst those who wanted it were offered the sweet Prashad to mark the Guru’s grace and hospitality to all. It is made of butter, flour and sugar and water and is received with cupped hands.

This was a wonderful experience and many found the trip very moving and certainly an experience not to be missed. We were warmly welcomed, nothing was too much trouble.

17/02/2026

Today Kendall and Wall stayed local to support our wonderful city of Lichfield. Despite the cold and taking advantage of some rare sunshine we watched the annual Shrovetide Pancake races held in front of Lichfield’s Guild Hall. The first Lichfield race took place in March 1976. The racing today started at 12.00hrs attended by several dignitaries including the Mayor, two mace bearers and the town crier (who by the way didn’t really need a microphone to make himself heard!).

We watched and cheered several races and then made our way to our chosen lunch restaurant, Ask, an Italian restaurant in Bird Street. The food was delicious, we were made so welcome and a repeat visit is a must.

17/02/2026

February 17 is the start of the Chinese Year of The Horse, so it seemed appropriate Kendall and Wall should join in a Chinese culinary experience and visit our favourite Eastern restaurant, Wing Wah in Burton on Trent. We have enjoyed their hospitality many times and their delicious all you can eat buffet lunch is a must.

Friday 13 February was the day chosen to take our two buses full of clients to experience their dragon dance as well as their many and varied eastern dishes.

17/02/2026

The Leather Museum in Walsall was the destination of Kendall and Wall’s trip on Wednesday 11 February 2026. This museum is located in a restored Victorian factory on Littleton Street West and celebrates the town’s 200 year history as a premier leather crafting centre. It features live demonstrations, historic machinery and a collection of leather goods.

Entry is free and offers an immersive experience, showcasing the scent and craft of leather working, along with a shop and gardens.

Controversial council plans for the site’s future are under review following public opposition.

The following pictures show amongst other things an eye catching and colourful unicorn saddle and the story of Walsall F.C. who are aptly named The Saddlers.

12/02/2026

Our first cinema treat this year was to the Red Carpet Cinema at Barton Marina, this cinema is an independent, two screen cinema with a quirky deco cafe bar and a spacious outdoor patio. Here you can enjoy film and food under one roof. Their schedule is packed with mainstream and art house films from around the world. The choice for our visit was Hamnet, the latest Oscar winning blockbuster which we enjoyed together with their daytime film and food offer. Our client friends were advised to take spare tissues in case of leaky eyes and runny noses. Our pictures here show how much we enjoyed our lunch and of course each other’s company.

12/02/2026

Tuesday 3rd February found Kendall and Wall visiting the Great British Car Journey which is a museum with a difference. We were taken on an interactive nostalgic journey celebrating an era when British entrepreneurs and engineers were at the forefront of a transport revolution. Along with Henry Ford in America, Herbert Austin and William Morris were the leaders who put the working population behind the wheel and gave us all the freedom of mobility which we now take for granted.

This is the story of a British Industry which in its heyday was a worldwide force, and it’s products could be found in all corners of the globe. It’s heroes are the popular cars from a bygone era when, for half a century, British cars did literally ‘rule the road’. Many of these cars are now incredibly rare, and the museum has spent over two years searching for examples to display. For those wanting a real blast of the past they even have classics you can drive. Needless to say we were there only to look, admire and remember.

The journey starts in the early 1920s, when the working family could only dream of owning a car. The journey ends as we venture into the new millennium and most of Britain’s great car factories fall silent, overwhelmed by the same process of globalization which swept away our once proud ship building and aviation industries.

01/02/2026

We had the most wonderful Robbie Burns lunch last Monday for our Kendall and Wall clients. Our lunch was a true celebration of the life and poetry of the poet Robert Burns, the author of many Scots poems. The suppers are usually held on or near the poets Birthday on the 25 January known as Burns Night. Burns suppers are held all around the world, ours was at the St John’s Community Centre in Lichfield and we held it in style with a piper, violinist and guitarist who plays many instruments.

We had an authentic Haggis from Scotland together with neeps and tatties all cooked and served by our lovely caterer Liz and her trusty helpers Lynn and Margaret. We had a marvelous time as we watched the procession of bagpipes and Haggis, the “Address to the Haggis” with the traditional stabbing of said Haggis and of course those that wanted it a nice tot of whisky. Kendall and Wall know how to look after our clients.!!

24/12/2025

Our annual festive Panto took place at our favourite local theatre, the Garrick, who look after wheelchair users very well. The fun filled production this Christmas was Cinderella with hilarious comedy, beautiful sets and a magical cast. Produced by Evolution Productions the same collaboration behind last year’s hit Jack and The Beanstalk.

We arrived well in time to take the tiny lift to the 2nd floor where we enjoyed a scrumptious picnic provided by our in-house caterer Liz. We were ideally located to enter the auditorium quite easily with the wheelchairs and take our places. Our clients showed their appreciation by responding loudly to Button’s and the Fairy Queen’s request to alert them to any misdemeanors.

A wonderful day was had by all.

Address

121 Walsall Road
Lichfield
WS138AD

Telephone

+441543897131

Website

http://www.kendallandwall.org/

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