Good news this week as contractors have undertaken some resurfacing of the roadway adjacent to sections 32-38. It is good to see that these repairs were not the usual patching but full replacement of the uneven surface.
Resurfacing in the Cemetery
Blessing of the Graves 2025
Grave Gardeners continue their sessions.
Just a reminder that if you fancy joining our small team of Grave Gardeners they are still meeting monthly to tidy various graves and areas if the cemetery. They always meet at the Lodge at 11am and finish between 12.30 and 1pm. You dont have to come every month, just when you want- and you …
The end of Heritage Open Week
What a wonderful week the Friends of Brandwood End Cemetery have enjoyed as part of Birmingham Heritage Open. From Music, to history, to art and symbolism! Our thanks to everyone that took part in our four events. It was wonderful to introduce so many people to the cemetery who had never visited before or who …
Symbolism of Angels.
We had two walks/talks today under the title of ‘Symbolism of Angels’ and both of them were fully booked with 20+ attendees morning and afternoon. Dr Josie Wall and Dr Rachel Askew kept everyone intrigued with not just symbolism but also a peep into the real stories of those remembered on the headstones. Nothing is …
Gate to Gate Walk
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 …
Great musical start to Heritage Open Week
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. …
‘Bathe in Nature’ going ahead.
Today’s walk will still take place as hopefully the weather will improve. Dress appropriately.
Bench by Bench in Brandwood End.
The Friends have several ‘walks’ that we lead but here is one, designed by one of our committee members (Tricia Windspur) , that you can follow on your own. Why not wait for a sunny day and take a stroll resting ‘BENCH BY BENCH’ to enjoy the surroundings. Every view is different and at a quiet …
HERITAGE OPEN EVENTS.
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 …