Another well attended walk in the cemetery. This was a chance to share some of the history of the Friends and the Cemetery with 26 members of the public in the hope that they will visit again and enjoy the rich history the cemetery hides behind its stones.
Today, in HERITAGE OPEN WEEK, the sun shone and the visitors enjoyed a gentle stroll from the main gate to the walking gate- along the main drive. Another glimpse into some of the stories in Brandwood End.
The weather was dull and miserable but the music was anything but! What a great way to spend an hour in our beautiful cemetery. Thanks to Suze and Brandwood Buzz, who organised our introduction to Shelly at Leaf Arts as part of their summer programme.
Shelly’s play list of music was superb and a group of over 20 people, with their own individual head sets, strolled happily around the tree lined avenues remembering their youth and how important music can be to mental health.
It was a unanimous success and we can’t wait for Shelly to compile her next playlist. Thank you to everyone that attended. Heritage week, heritage music and a beautiful heritage cemetery. What a great start to HERITAGE OPEN WEEK.
Today’s walk will still take place as hopefully the weather will improve. Dress appropriately. Read more
Welcome to Heritage Open Week. Some space left tomorrow . Bathe in Nature…the 17th September at 10.30am.
Bathe in Nature. A chance to enjoy a stroll around the cemetery whilst enjoying affirming and calming music via headphones. We still have a few spaces. Meet opposite the Lodge on the main drive at 10.20am ready for a 10.30am start.
The Symbolism of Angels Sunday 1.30pm. Dr Josie Wall still has a few spaces on this fascinating talk and walk. The morning session is fully booked.
32 volunteers completed 171 hours in the cemetery in August. Several volunteers visited more than once and worked on various projects. Our heartfelt thanks for all their support.
Ray and Sue Howell are Friends of the cemetery and work mainly in the Civilian Garden. This week Ray took to tidying the top of the hedge, which had already grown since the BCC Maintenance Team reduced its height! Sue was equally busy trying to tidy up access to the toilet block!
What a difference a ‘cut hedge’ can make. Next time you are in the cemetery have a look at the area inside the Chapel Fence. The hedge had become well out of control but the Grounds Maintenance team, who cut the grass, pitched in and now it is neat and tidy. Thank you .
A bit of a mess ! Now much tidier!
Our Litter Picking group was small today but between them they collected 12+ bags of litter. Well done to the team.
