The start of an in important week to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the end of WW2 but also to remember those that lost their lives, both military and civilian, during the course of the war. We hope to post some interesting stories of those in Brandwood End.
The Friends have designed 4 measured and timed walks in the cemetery to suit all fitness levels.. You can run, jog , walk or amble. Whichever suits you (times are geared for walkers) To see where they lead and how long they take, click on this link. Enjoy the trees, monuments, bird song and peace …
As part of our 20th Anniversary celebrations we are undertaking a project to photograph all the gravestones in Section 16 as we are concerned at the speed with which they are deteriorating. Each headstone/memorial will be photographed and inscriptions recorded for future generations who may be seeking relatives. If you want to assist please e …
This is the final reminder that the Friends are holding their annual AGM at 10.30am tomorrow, Thursday 10th April. The venue is the Conference Room at St Dunstans RC Church in Kingsfield Rd Kings Heath. To find out what we have done in the last year and what we have planned for the next year, …
One or two people were concerned as the ashes memorial plots had nearly all been purchased. The good news is that another area has now been developed.
Gardening Volunteers from FBEC had a fantastic morning in the sunshine with Laura and her helpers from Fruit and Nut Village. They kindly donated 5 trees,( 3 Hazels and 2 Walnuts) to kick off our 20th Anniversary Tree Planting project. Our aim is to try and plant an minimum of 15 trees in the cemetery …
Join our Grave Gardening team, along with Fruit and Nut Village, to plant some new trees in the cemetery. We are making a start on replacing the trees lost in last years storms. Meet opposite the Lodge at 11am on the 6th April.
PLEASE JOIN THE FRIENDS AT THEIR ANNUAL AGM ON APRIL 10TH AT 10.30AM, AT ST DUNSTANS CONFERENCE ROOM AT THE END OF KINGSFIELD RD, KINGS HEATH. STAY AND CHAT OVER A CUP OF TEA AND SOME CAKE!
The 80th Anniversary of ‘Operation Varsity’ took place earlier this week. Over 3000 planes and gliders dropping troops around the Rhine area. One in five troops taking part were killed. Look it up. A forgotten battle. https://armyhistory.org/operation-varsity-the-last…/ Lots of our followers wanted to know more about the Glider Pilot Regiment so here are some links …
Most of you know that we lost a lot of trees in the recent storms and have started a campaign to try and slowly replace them. ‘Fruit and Nut Village’, who have been planting orchards in Druids Heath, have kindly agreed to plant some lovely nut trees in the cemetery and we will be holding …