Members of FBEC Committee manned a stall at the recent monthly Kings Norton Farmers Market to promote much needed membership of The Friends.
Surrounded by scrumptious food of all descriptions it was great to meet people who were interested in Brandwood Cemetery and those that weren’t even aware of this incredibly beautiful open space.
The weather was kind and the event really helped the Friends raise awareness of this beautiful Cemetery.
Brandwood End Cemetery made the news this week as the grand daughter of P J Evans searched the country for his grave…..and guess where she found it? Brandwood End Cemetery!
The P J Evans name was well known to Brummies and associated with the motor trade but did you know that Percy J Evans won the Isle of Man TT Race? In 1911 two races were held on the Mountain course. The Junior was won by P J Evans on a Humber at 41.45 mph and the Senior by Oliver Godfrey on an Indian at 47.63 mph. Evans set the fastest lap in his race at 42.00 mph and Frank Phillips (Scott) the fastest Senior at 50.11 mph.
A replica of the TT trophy originally adorned his memorial stone but over the years this has gone missing. Does anyone out there have any idea where it went?
You are invited to the AGM of the Friends of Brandwood End Cemetery which is to be held on Thursday 14th April 2011 from 7.30 to 9.00pm at St Bede’s Church, Doversley Road, Kings Heath. Light refreshments will be available.
Following the formal meeting Jim Thomson, Director of Teleshore (UK) Ltd will give a short talk about memorial safety and he will be accompanied by Richard Smith of Memsafe.
All are welcome but please note only members are eligible to vote.
And if you haven’t paid your annual subscription we would be happy to take this on the evening.
We look forward to seeing you there!