BAT WALK 19TH MAY 2023. 8.30PM -10PM
Meet at the farm gate on Bayston Rd, opposite Kinsey Grove. You will need stout shoes and a torch would be useful.
Everyone is welcome and all under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult.
Category: Community
Gallipoli Walk in Brandwood End
There was an interesting walk last week led by Ian Binnie from the Gallipoli Association. Lots of information on our 8 Gallipoli graves and thanks to Edwina Rees, Julia Griffin and Pat Franklin for their research and input. We were joined today by the nephew of one of those remembered, who fbec were able to contact following a previous Facebook post. Such interesting stories.
ANZAC DAY 2023
Lest we forget.
AGM Reminder
Just a reminder to voting members and anyone with an interest, our AGM is today at 10.30am in the cemetery Lodge at Brandwood End. (20th April 2023)
Tree Husbandry
Unfortunately an emergency call out was necessary to take down a tree that was dangerously leaning against another. Well done to the Tree maintenance team who attended.
Are you a local Volunteer?
If you volunteer in your community, this thank you is for you. Come along and meet other local volunteers.
Blossom time in Brandwood
Visitors to the cemetery will be rewarded with a magnificent array of blossom at the moment. Pick a dry sunny day and enjoy!
Stories from the Stones
Just a reminder that FBEC will be working with Caring for Gods Acre again on this project throughout 2023. This will be our third year. Unfortunately they had to cancel the March event due to snow and ice ! The next event will be 10th April. This is a fascinating project and a chance for you to take part in recording this information for future generations. Contact Josie to reserve a place at any, or all, of these FREE events.
Mothering Sunday Traffic appeal.
This morning we were in Brandwood End, which was very busy as it was Mothering Sunday. Can we firstly remind everyone that there is a 5mph speed limit in the cemetery. Many cars were travelling well in excess of this causing a dangerous hazard as there were many pedestrians.
Secondly we were horrified to see vehicles parking on verges and churning up the grass adjacent to graves. The side drives were not designed for cars to be visiting so please do not drive on the grass to pass vehicles. Use another avenue or park on the main drive and walk ! Several people who had resisted parking on the verges were then being verbally abused by others who wanted to pass. Again. Use another avenue or park and walk.
This is a cemetery and people are visiting loved ones, please all show some respect!
Mothering Sunday in Brandwood End
Are you are popping in into the cemetery on Mothering Sunday? Why not call into the Lodge between 11am and 1pm as Josie will be running a FREE quick CRAFT SESSION, to decorate a star or cross that could be displayed on your loved one’s grave or taken home as a memory.