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.
Ian Binnie will be leading a walk around Moseley. It would appear there is no need to book. FBEC often work in collaboration with Ian and members of the Moseley Society and he will also be leading a walk at Brandwood End during Heritage Open Week for the Friends.
Birmingham Parks have won Gold yet again at Chelsea for their beautiful display. We believe this is the 11th year running that this has been achieved. The Friends and other volunteer groups were asked to provide photos of their Volunteers hard at work in City parks and cemeteries and we are pleased to see that …
It would appear that, after having been pushed back a week, this has now been officially cancelled until a new date can be arranged. It is understood that it is because there was a clash with workmen from the Gas company already being on site. Local residents and shops etc have no news either way …
