If you visit the cemetery and look at the Friends notice board, on the left as you enter, you will see a poster for the Rest and Reflect Trail and a QR code that enables you to download it on to your phone. If you prefer you can download it here and print your own …
We were lucky enough to be approached by Nat West staff to do some volunteer work in the cemetery for us. Our thanks to one of their team who also happens to be a supporter! Shout out to Tracy Egan…. A really busy day of weeding, bramble removal and section marker cleaning. What’s even better …
What a fantastic event, organised by Suze Cater and her team, to get all the local community groups from Kings Heath, Brandwood and Billesley together to showcase what they can offer to the public. It also gave a chance for us all, including FBEC, to network and see how we can work together in the …
For some months now the Friends have been working on a large project to highlight benches within the cemetery that might offer a peaceful setting and an interesting outlook. Suze and her team at ‘Our Scene’ have taken this idea and created a small trail within the cemetery but specifically one that is suitable for …
Those of you that visit the cemetery often may have noticed that the 2 flower beds adjacent to the Lodge were historically refreshed twice a year by Birmingham Parks and Nursery with plants. Pre-covid this practice stopped as part of funding cuts and the Friends have tried to take on planting in this area, but …
Despite the heat, the Friends were joined by 6 extra volunteers to tidy up the Civilian Garden of Remembrance and replenish the 3 planters by the Lodge. Our special thanks to Brian from ‘Friends of Lifford Reservoir’ for sparing time from the work they do at the Reservoir. Lots of rain in May and sun …
Just a small taster… . Shirley Hancock will be leading two session during Heritage Week to uncover some of the mysteries of this amazing organism. Watch out for booking information. Both sessions take place on Friday 15th September.
Sunday June 4th- our summer Litter Pick. 10am-11.30am. We look forward to seeing some of our supporters at this Litter Pick. Meet at the Lodge. Under 16’s should accompanied by an adult and we advise stout footwear. We have the litter picks and bags. All welcome.
We have another gardening requirement! The Friends will be there but we do need support. We have some tools but hand tools and forks would be welcomed (As well of their owners and operators!) If you think you can help please e mail us at friendsofbec@gmail.com- or just turn up.
