Author Archives: Sarah Courbet

Fan mail from a Friend of Brandwood End Cemetery

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Sarah Courbet

“One of our members wrote this lovely letter and has kindly agreed to us publishing it. As one of the Founding Members, current Chairman and Friend myself it is wonderful to know our efforts are both noticed and supported. Thank you … Continue reading →

Do you want to hear updates as they happen?

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Sarah Courbet

If you want to hear it first, or just hear about it please make sure you subscribe to our website – see the Subscribe button to the right of your screen. You won’t get bombarded but you will get to … Continue reading →

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Welcome news for Brandwood End Cemetery

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Sarah Courbet

The Friends of Brandwood End Cemetery are delighted to announce that following close liaison with Councillor Timothy Huxtable, Cabinet Member, for Transport, Environment and Regeneration, and Birmingham City Council Bereavement Service Officers, conservation planning has been granted for enabling works … Continue reading →

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Litter Pick – Sunday 2nd December 2012

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Sarah Courbet

The Friends carry out four litter picks each year and we really need your help to keep the Cemetery tidy for family and visitors. You don’t have to be a member just willing to help out for 90 minutes. Litter … Continue reading →

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Litter Pick – Saturday 1st September 2012

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Sarah Courbet

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Litter Pick – Sunday 17th June 2012

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Sarah Courbet

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FBEC – Annual General Meeting – 19th April 2012

Posted on March 11, 2012 by Sarah Courbet

Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday 19th April 2012 at The Brandwood Centre from 19.30. All interested parties are welcome; only members are entitled to vote. Please come and join us and learn the latest news about … Continue reading →

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The Social Media Surgery is the latest winner of the Prime Minister’s Big Society Award.

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Sarah Courbet

We are delighted that Podnosh, our website developers, and a firm supporter of the Friends of Brandwood End Cemetery have won a Big Society Award. The first Social Media Surgery was organised by Birmingham entrepreneur Nick Booth in 2008. Having … Continue reading →

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First Litter Pick of 2012 – Saturday 10th March

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Sarah Courbet

To ensure we have plenty of support we are posting our first Litter Pick of the New Year! Please put the date in your diary and come along if you can. All you need is sturdy shoes, gloves and suitable … Continue reading →

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New Village Square in Kings Heath is revealed

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Sarah Courbet

The crowds turned out for the opening of the new Village Square in Kings Heath which lies on land that was formerly part of All Saints Churchyard. The project began a number of years ago after concern by church members … Continue reading →