Whilst clearing shrubbery covering graves we were approached by a Reporter called Dylan Hayward and as a result he has produced this lovely piece.
Author: Jane Edwards
Gardening Day Success.
A great success today as twelve volunteers worked in the Civilian Garden, cleared graves and shrubbery, cut hedges and planted bulbs and pansies. A really good days work and our thanks to all those that gave their time. We were lucky with the weather so let’s hope it is as good for our next session on December 16th from, 11am – 2pm.
Autumn planters.
Our thanks to Julia and Gemma who spruced up the 3 raised planters we installed near the Lodge. It was goodbye to the Geraniums that have served us well over the summer and instead we welcome a riot of Winter Pansies. Well done team! 
Graves uncovered.
Whilst taking part in today’s Gardening sessions our volunteers uncovered a number of buried headstones whilst removing Holly and shrubs. This shrub removal is part of a longer project over the winter to uncover many more buried headstones.
Flood defences work.
The new flood drains adjacent to Sunderton Road did their job well in the recent downpours but a possible problem was spotted. The rewilded area to the rear of the drains needed cutting back and leaves removing. Step forward the Friends. This morning they cleared the leaves and brambles, carefully avoiding any wildlife habitat that had been created. Well done to all.
Autumn and poppy screen in place
Our thanks, yet again, to Valery and her crochet skills as the latest Lodge screen appears!
Valerie’s colourful crochet brightens everyone’s day and really complements our raised flower beds.
Gardening reminder.
Final reminder for our Gardening Day coming up on Sunday. Come and join us 11am till 2pm. Boots and gloves are advisable. Meet near the Cross of Sacrifice. 
M P Steve McCabe meets the Friends.
Our thanks to M P Steve McCabe who spent a morning with The Friends and members of Bereavement Services staff in Brandwood End. We all had a very enjoyable and useful tour of the cemetery and were able to highlight all the good work undertaken by the Friends with the support of the staff.
It was a great opportunity for the M P to meet with the staff who are at the sharp end of maintenance and also staff and resource shortages. Tony and Tony go above and beyond when they get the chance to work in Brandwood End but unfortunately there are not enough hours in the day to do all that needs to be done.
Hedge tamed again.
We are again indebted to the Grounds Maintenance team for the help we receive in taming the Civilian Garden Hedge. It makes such a difference to the way it looks and despite our ‘cut’ a couple of months ago we can never cut as hard back as the professionals.
Service of Remembrance 2023
A reminder to everyone that it will soon be time for our annual Service of Remembrance at Brandwood End Cemetery. Can we remind everyone attending to wear suitable footwear as the road surfaces are uneven in places, especially around the Cross of Sacrifice.
