1778-1791:
Lightwoods House is built by Johnathan Grundy and takes its name from the surrounding woodland. The house was designed with a plain Georgian facade with elegant stone dressing and a central entrance. Originally detached, the wings housed the kitchens and stables.

1803-1865: The house is passed down the family line and then auctioned off to George Caleb Adkins, a wealthy owner of a soap and red lead factory at Merry Hill, Smethwick.

He was married with 4 children and began to enlarge the estate by buying neighbouring farmland. In his will, George wrote that upon his wife's death, his estate would be used for housing.

1890: Plans for a redevelopment of the area included 26 houses at the top of what is now Bearwood Road. The houses were regarded as being upmarket on account of having 3 storeys. Over time more houses were built and Bearwood grew into the place we recognise today.

1901: IA committee was formed in an attempt to save the land from further development. Donations were made and events were organised to fundraise for the cause. In just a few months, over £11,000 was raised to purchase Lightwoods House and its immediate surroundings.

1902:
The Lightwoods estate was gifted to the City of Birmingham. The House underwent some refurbishments including a new refreshment area with a kitchen, complete with hot and cold running water and new toilet facilities.

1916-1919: During the first world war Lightwoods House was commandeered for use as a Voluntary Aid Nursing Home for the rehabilitation of wounded soldiers. The House was converted into accommodation for up to 62 servicemen.

1949: The House was Grade II listed in 1949 on account of its architectural and historical interest (the Bandstand was also Grade II listed, in 1987).

2010 As a result of vandalism, the house fell into disrepair. In 2010, ownership was thankfully transferred to Sandwell Council.

Soon after, they applied to receive a grant from the Heritage Lottery’s Parks for the People programme in order to restore the House and Park. The successful grant bid led to the reopening of the House in summer 2017, having undergone a major renovation.

2024:
1000 Trades On The Park opens its doors for the first time.