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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261018T140000
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SUMMARY:The Women of Bletchley Park
DESCRIPTION:Following his excellent talk last year on the first Enigma Codebreakers\, Mike Barbakoff returns with a remarkable story of the Women of Bletchley Park. \nThis talk provides a view of the material contribution made by the women of Bletchley Park to its extraordinary success in codebreaking and intelligence against the Axis powers in World War II.  \nWomen represented 70% of the Bletchley Park workforce of nearly 9\,000.  Consisting of civilians\, WAAF\, WRENS and ATS\, the women of Bletchley Park undertook an extraordinary range of work from codebreaking to operating the various technologies developed to tackle the challenges of the Government Code and Cypher School\, both at home and abroad.   \nThe talk also covers their recruitment\, off-duty activities and brings to the fore some of the famous names associated with Bletchley Park.  \nRefreshments will be available after the talk.  These are free\, but a small contribution to the Friends is always welcome.\n\nThis talk is free to Friends of the Cemetery.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/the-women-of-bletchley-park/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260920T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T160453Z
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SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days - Guided Walk A History of the Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:A gentle stroll exploring some of the earliest graves in the cemetery\, offering insight into its origins and history. \nAlong the way\, cemetery guide Colin will visit the resting places of individuals connected to the Lodge House\, as well as those who designed the chapel and shaped the layout of the cemetery. \nWe will stop at a number of significant graves\, uncovering the stories behind them as we go. \nMeet at the Chapel 10 minutes before the start of the walk. \nRefreshments will be available after the walk. \nThis walk is free but donations to the Friends are always welcome \nPlease note:  The cemetery ground is uneven\, so please wear sensible shoes.  When viewing memorials\, please do not lean on them.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/heritage-open-days-guided-walk-a-history-of-the-cemetery/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20260326T155403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T155403Z
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SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days - Discover Local History at the Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Step into history\, uncover personal stories\, and connect with the past at this once-a-year event. \nAs part of Heritage Open Days\, we’re opening the doors of Foster Hill Road Cemetery Chapel for a unique glimpse into the past. \nThis special September event celebrates England’s rich history\, architecture\, and culture\, offering free access to places that are not usually open to the public. It’s a rare opportunity to explore hidden heritage and uncover the stories that shape our communities. \n \n  \n  \nExplore Historic Records \nVisitors are invited to browse cemetery records dating from 1855 to the present day. \n  \n  \n  \nWhether you’re researching your family history or simply curious about the past\, you’ll have the chance to: \n\nTrace the interments of long-lost relatives\nExplore original records on display\nLearn more about the history of the cemetery\n\n  \nKnowledgeable volunteers will be on hand to assist with searches and help you locate specific graves.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/heritage-open-days-discover-local-history-at-the-cemetery/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260906T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260906T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20260828T102349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T102349Z
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SUMMARY:Bedfordshire Ramblers Annual Festival
DESCRIPTION:Experts tell us that walking is good for our physical and mental health\, and you get the benefit from even short walks. To encourage more people to get into the habit of walking\, the Bedfordshire Ramblers hold an annual Festival in September\, offering dozens of interesting events\, open to all. As in previous years\, we will support this worthy cause\, holding a walk in the cemetery. It will be a fairly leisurely stroll\, pointing out some of the fascinating stories and architectural features of such an important icon of Bedford’s history\, so don’t be put off thinking that it will be a route march! From feedback\, our walks are always judged to be some of the very best of the historical/cultural walks\, so why not join us and get your steps up to 5\,000\, 10000 or even more. Take a look at the attached calendar of walks…there may well be other walks that you will like.\n\n\nwww.bedswalkfest.co.uk
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/bedfordshire-ramblers-annual-festival/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260823T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260823T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20260123T104914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T140314Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Walk - The Scottish Soldiers
DESCRIPTION:Bedford-born Richard Galley is a local historian (and bagpiper!) who has spent many years researching the story of the Scottish Highland Division’s friendly occupation of Bedford in the first nine months of World War One. \nIn this walk\, Richard will lead you through the inspirational story of Bedford’s response to the influx of 17\,000 Highland Division soldiers over one weekend in August 1914\, paying close attention to the Highlander’s graves located in the cemetery\, most (but not all) due to the impact of disease on the Scots during the winter of 1914/15. \nAfter the walk Richard will be available to chat to you over a cup of tea in the chapel. \nMeet at the Chapel 10 mins before the start of the walk. \nThis event is free but a small contribution to the Friends would be welcome. \n(Please note: The cemetery ground is uneven so please wear appropriate shoes.\nWhen viewing memorials\, please do not lean on them.) \n  \nImage courtesy of Richard Galley
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/summer-walk-the-scottish-soldiers/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T110243Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Walk - Trees
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, Jo Roberts from Marston Vale Forest will be leading  her fascinating walk about some of the magnificent trees in the cemetery. \nTrees are amazing things that we just take for granted but she will show how they are wonderfully advanced to the point where they can protect themselves\, warn of danger and help us in our daily lives. \nMeet at the Chapel 10 mins before the start of the walk. \nThere will be refreshments available at the end of the walk. \nThis event is free but a small contribution to the Friends would be welcome. \n(Please note: The cemetery ground is uneven so please wear appropriate shoes.\nWhen viewing memorials\, please do not lean on them.)
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/summer-walk-trees/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20260208T141844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T164802Z
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SUMMARY:Two Summer Walks - Notable Women and A Woman's Work?
DESCRIPTION:As part of National Cemeteries Week we will be holding two separate but similarly-themed walks.  Cemetery guides Adrian and Anni highlight some women of Bedford that you might not have heard of\, but who certainly made their mark. \nNotable Women – led by Anni\nFor many of our guided walks\, the spotlight has tended to fall on the men buried in the cemetery — not because they were more interesting\, but because Victorian society placed them at the forefront of public life and record-keeping. Yet the cemetery is also the resting place of women whose stories are just as compelling\, influential\, and at times surprising.\nOn this special walk\, we turn our attention to some of these remarkable women: pioneers\, philanthropists\, artists\, campaigners\, as well as women whose lives were rooted in family and community but nonetheless achieved extraordinary things. Through their memorials and histories\, we will explore how they shaped their families\, their neighbourhoods\, and in some cases the wider world.\nJoin us to discover the quieter — but no less powerful — legacies of the women of the cemetery\, and to see familiar ground from a fresh perspective. \nA Woman’s Work? – led by Adrian\nIn her song Que Sera\, Sera\, Doris Day concluded that a girl should accept that Fate would determine her future life\, and would have far fewer opportunities than men to make a name for themselves in the Professions\, the Arts or Politics. Historically that has unfairly been the case\, yet in contradiction to to this unambitious attitude\, our cemetery has women who did remarkable things\, started significant cultural movements or deserve our admiration for their courage.\nTheir stories are uplifting\, sad and memorable in equal measures. Join us and find out why we say Hats Off! to Danuta\, Pearl\, Elizabeth and other inspirational women. \nRefreshments will be available after the walks. \nMeet at the Chapel 10 minutes before the walks. \nThis walks are free but donations to the Friends are always welcome \nPlease note:  The cemetery ground is uneven\, so please wear sensible shoes.  When viewing memorials\, please do not lean on them. \n 
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/summer-walk-notable-women/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20260315T135120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T135120Z
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SUMMARY:Walk to Commemorate War Graves Week
DESCRIPTION:The cemetery contains a variety of memorials to military personnel who died in the two World Wars. \nTo mark Commonwealth War Graves Week we are offering free guided walks with cemetery guide Colin Wolf\, to look at the war graves and other interesting memorials. \nMeet at the Chapel at 13.55.  The walk will last approximately 90 minutes. \nNo need to book. \nThe cemetery grounds are uneven\, please wear suitable footwear. \nRefreshments will be available after the walk.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/walk-to-commemorate-war-graves-week-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T134854Z
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SUMMARY:Walk to Commemorate War Graves Week
DESCRIPTION:The cemetery contains a variety of memorials to military personnel who died in the two World Wars. \nTo mark Commonwealth War Graves Week we are offering free guided walks with cemetery guide Colin Wolf\, to look at the war graves and other interesting memorials. \nMeet at the Chapel at 13.55.  The walk will last approximately 90 minutes. \nNo need to book. \nThe cemetery grounds are uneven\, please wear suitable footwear. \nRefreshments will be available after the walk.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/walk-to-commemorate-war-graves-week-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20260315T134445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T134445Z
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SUMMARY:Walk to Commemorate War Graves Week
DESCRIPTION:The cemetery contains a variety of memorials to military personnel who died in the two World Wars. \nTo mark Commonwealth War Graves Week we are offering free guided walks with cemetery guide Colin Wolf\, to look at the war graves and other interesting memorials. \nMeet at the Chapel at 13.55.  The walk will last approximately 90 minutes. \nNo need to book. \nThe cemetery grounds are uneven\, please wear suitable footwear. \nRefreshments will be available after the walk.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/walk-to-commemorate-war-graves-week-3/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20260120T190438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T161208Z
UID:36391-1777730400-1777737600@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Summer Walk - Sally Red Shoes
DESCRIPTION:Ruth Hogan is one of Bedford’s best-selling  authors and her book\, ‘The Wisdom of Sally Red Shoes’\,  includes many scenes set in our cemetery where one character walks her dog and imagines what the lives of some people buried here were like. \nIn this walk\, Ruth will point out some of the graves that inspired her\, detail the lives she made up about those people and will read short extracts from the book. In tandem with this\, Cemetery Guide Adrian Bean will give the true\, and in one case\, surprising background details of these real people as opposed to the imagined lives. The imagined stories hint at other little-known facts about the cemetery and the nature of the memorials’ hidden messages. \nAfter the walk Ruth will spend plenty of time in chatting with you and signing books while having “the lovely cup of tea” in the chapel. \nMeet at the Chapel 10 minutes before the walk. \nNo need to book\, just turn up. \nThis walk is free but donations to the Friends are always welcome \nPlease note:  The cemetery ground is uneven\, so please wear sensible shoes.  When viewing memorials\, please do not lean on them.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/summer-walks-sally-red-shoes/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250815T150839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T164838Z
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SUMMARY:Eddie Chapman-The Life and Crimes of Double Agent Zigzag
DESCRIPTION:Last year\, Paul Barwick gave us one of our most interesting talks\, on “The Body in the Bag\,” and we welcome him once again for  a fascinating insight to the life of a double agent.\n\nEddie Chapman hated authority as far back as he could remember. Authority detested him back and from an early age he was always in trouble with the law.\n\nOn the run from Scotland Yard\, he was imprisoned for a burglary in Jersey just before the German forces invaded in June 1940. Rather than spend the whole war in prison he offered the Third Reich his services as a German secret agent.\n\nHighly trained in spy-craft and sabotage\, he was sent back to Britain on a deadly mission to derail British aircraft manufacturing. However\, Eddie had other ideas\, turning himself in to MI5 and becoming a double agent for the Allies\, working to help defeat the Nazi’s. The only British service personnel ever to receive an Iron Cross\, his true story is an amazing episode in British espionage history.\n\nRefreshments will be available after the talk.  These are free\, but a small contribution to the Friends is always welcome.\n\nThis talk is free to Friends of the Cemetery.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/eddie-chapman-the-life-and-crimes-of-double-agent-zigzag/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260322T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260322T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250909T132352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T155925Z
UID:35235-1774191600-1774195200@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Churchyards\, Cemeteries and the Victorians  -  Black Feathers to Black Underwear
DESCRIPTION:Kevin Varty is a regular and very popular speaker and this talk will definitely not fail to amuse and enlighten.\n\n\nThe Victorians had an obsession with death which is difficult for us to understand. This illustrated talk shows how overcrowded churchyards led to changes in the Burial Acts\, the subsequent growth of private cemeteries and how Victoria’s own private grief influenced the whole nation. The talk covers all aspects of mourning\, funerals and even explains the correct use of “Dr Winn’s Black and Blue Reviver”.\n\nThere will be examples of Victorian jewellery on display as well as some more unusual mourning items\, mostly black!\n\n\nRefreshments will be available after the talk.  These are free\, but a small contribution to the Friends is always welcome.\n\nThis talk is free to Friends of the Cemetery.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/churchyards-cemeteries-and-the-victorians-black-feathers-to-black-underwear/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260322T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260322T150000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250909T131717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T131717Z
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SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Annual General Meeting of the Friends will be held in the Chapel at Foster Hill Road. \nAll are welcome. \nThis will be followed by a talk by Kevin Varty on Churchyards\, Cemeteries and the Victorians. Black Feathers to Black Underwear. \nThe AGM and talk are separate events\, please feel free to attend both or just one.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/annual-general-meeting-9/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250815T145053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T155957Z
UID:34942-1771768800-1771776000@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Fight for Suffrage
DESCRIPTION:For centuries\, women were denied their democratic right to vote. In 1918\, thanks to the Representation of the People’s Act\, eight million women could go to polling stations for the first time. However\, this act stipulated that only women over the age of 30 who met certain property qualifications could vote. It would take a further ten years of campaigning before British women were given the vote on the same basis as men. \nDressed as a suffragette\, Eve Bacon tells the story\, not only of the suffragettes\, but of the wider campaign for universal suffrage. \nRefreshments will be available after the talk.  These are free\, but a small contribution to the Friends is always welcome.\n\nThis talk is free to Friends of the Cemetery. \n\n 
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/the-fight-for-suffrage/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260118T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260118T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250815T160131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T160031Z
UID:34945-1768744800-1768752000@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Keeping Faith at the Front during WW1
DESCRIPTION:Helen Frost returns with a fascinating\, thought-provoking\, inspiring\, funny and yet incredibly moving illustrated talk.\n\nSome people had a faith and some did not – so how did the men and women who served in the Great War cope with the constant mental and physical strain that years of war perpetuated?\n\nThis illustrated talk focuses on two particular aspects:\n\nFirstly\, the extraordinary and unusual true stories and accounts of the unarmed chaplains and how they not only took and delivered ministry and faith to the soldiers and nurses at the front lines during the Great War but also how many went far beyond their calling to deliver kindness\, reassurance and care during their service. Many were awarded medals for their bravery. \nSecondly\, there are also true stories and first-hand accounts told by the people that served their country and kept faith\, (in a non-religious sense) who trusted in each other during these terrible years of war. Stories of simple\, heart-warming acts of kindness given during times of immense stress. Acts that eased the suffering and nerves shattered by the horrors of war. \nHelen will be bringing a display of laminated photographs and facsimile documents to accompany her talk\, \nRefreshments will be available after the talk.  These are free\, but a small contribution to the Friends is always welcome.\n\nThis talk is free to Friends of the Cemetery. \n\n 
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/keeping-faith-at-the-front-during-ww1/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250202T130814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T165828Z
UID:33351-1765116000-1765123200@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Carol Concert - Fond Memories and Family Traditions
DESCRIPTION:Our theme this year is Christmas memories from the past and tales of festive traditions kept by friends and families. \nWe hope you can join us to sing carols and Christmas songs in our beautiful chapel dressed in all its Christmas finery and afterwards for cake and mulled wine. \nSingers from local Community Choirs led by Evelyn Sutherland will be providing an uplifting boost to the singing. \nOur collection this year will be for Cancer Research UK – Prostate Cancer.  Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in males in the UK\, and it accounts for 14% of all cancer deaths in males. Your donations will  help to fund research to  give men with  prostate cancer better survival outcomes. \n 
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/a-celebration-of-christmas/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251102T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251102T120000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250202T123748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T125010Z
UID:33338-1762077600-1762084800@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bedford Pipe Band Service of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join with Bedford Pipe Band for their Remembrance Service for all service personnel\, and especially to commemorate the young men of the Highland regiments who died in Bedford from a measles epidemic whilst under training\, and awaiting departure for the Front. The pipers will be present\, together with representatives of the Services. \nMeet at the Chapel from 10.am. The Parade is planned to form up around 10.15 a.m. and the two minute silence will be at the Cross of Sacrifice at 11.00 a.m. \nThe parade will take place out of doors and all attending should be adequately clothed. The cemetery ground is uneven so please wear appropriate shoes.  Please do not lean on the memorials in the cemetery. \nParking at the Chapel will be restricted to invited guests who are in receipt of a car pass. All others should park in the car park in Foster Hill Road. \nPlease email info@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk if you have restricted mobility and are unable to walk up to the Chapel.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/bedford-pipe-band-service-of-remembrance-4/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251012T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251012T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250201T172030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250816T130552Z
UID:33320-1760277600-1760284800@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:The First Enigma Code Breakers
DESCRIPTION:Following his excellent talk last year on the history of the Government Code and Cypher School and Bletchley Park as its WWII war station\, Mike Barbakoff returns with a remarkable story of the first Enigma Codebreakers.\n\nMost people associate Bletchley Park with the original breaking of the German Enigma enciphered messages in WWII. In fact\, the first to break Enigma was the Polish Cipher Bureau in 1932.\n\nThe Poles were the first to recognise that with machine created ciphers\, you need mathematicians. In 1931 they hired three brilliant young men from Poznan university. One of them\, Marian Rejewski\, broke Enigma in 1932 using the mathematics of probability. “The First Enigma Codebreakers” tells their remarkable story from 1931 to VE Day.\nRefreshments will be available after the talk.  These are free\, but a small contribution to the Friends is always welcome.\n\nThis talk is free to Friends of the Cemetery.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/the-first-enigma-code-breakers/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Cracking-the-Enigma-Codes-at-Bletchley-Park-2.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250201T181749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T181749Z
UID:33329-1758463200-1758470400@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days - Guided Tree Walk
DESCRIPTION:  \nBy popular demand\, back again for Heritage Weekend\, is Jo Roberts\, to lead her fascinating walk about some of the magnificent trees in the cemetery. \n  \nTrees are amazing things that we just take for granted but she will show how they are wonderfully advanced to the point where they can protect themselves\, warn of danger and help us in our daily lives. \n  \n  \nMeet at the Chapel 10 mins before the start of the walk. \nThis event is free but a small contribution to the Friends would be welcome. \nThere will be refreshments available at the end of the walks. \n(Please note: The cemetery ground is uneven so please wear appropriate shoes.\nWhen viewing memorials\, please do not lean on them.)
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/heritage-open-days-guided-tree-walk-3/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250920T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250201T180145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T180446Z
UID:33324-1758362400-1758384000@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days - Records at the Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Heritage Open Days is England’s annual celebration of local history\, architecture and culture.  Co-ordinated nationally but run with the help of thousands of volunteers\, the September event is an opportunity for private owners to allow free access to properties and events which cast a light on what makes neighbourhoods and communities special. It’s a once-a-year chance to uncover and discover hidden treasures and rarely told stories. \n \nFoster Hill Road Cemetery Chapel will be open for anyone who would like to study the cemetery records from 1855 to date. You can trace interments of long lost relatives or just look at the records on display. Help will be available for anyone searching for specific graves.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/heritage-open-days-records-at-the-chapel/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250817T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250817T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250202T130440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250202T130440Z
UID:33346-1755439200-1755446400@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Summer Walks - First & Second World War Graves and others
DESCRIPTION:The cemetery contains a variety of memorials to military personnel who died in the two World Wars.  This walk will take you on a journey to look at the War Graves and other interesting memorials. \nMeet at the Chapel about 10 minutes before the start of the walk. \nRefreshments will be available after the talk.  These are free\, but a small contribution to the Friends is always welcome. \nThe cemetery ground is uneven so please wear appropriate shoes.  Please do not lean on the memorials in the cemetery.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/summer-walks-first-second-world-war-graves-and-others/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250201T170140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T205238Z
UID:33315-1751812200-1751817600@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Tea & Tales - A Perfect Escape - Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:On behalf of the Friends we regret to inform you that this event has been cancelled. \nPlease accept our sincere apologies for this cancellation. We look forward to seeing you at one of our other events in the near future.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/tea-tales-a-perfect-escape/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250526T120254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T120623Z
UID:33971-1749389400-1749398400@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:170th Anniversary Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating the 170th anniversary of the opening of the cemetery. \nThe Chapel will be open from 1.30pm until 4pm. \nWe will have two guided walks on ‘The History of Bedford Cemetery’ \nThe walks will start at 1.55pm and 2.10 pm. \nRefreshments will be available at the chapel.  Donations are always welcome. \nThe ground is uneven so please wear suitable footwear
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/170th-anniversary-event/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250511T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250511T120000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250202T124834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T170136Z
UID:33342-1746957600-1746964800@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Big Spring Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:We would love your help to make our beautiful Victorian Cemetery look its best. \nCan you spare some time to litter pick or clear leaves? \nIf you would like to come along and find out about the work our regular volunteers undertake\, you will be very welcome. \nChildren must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. \nMeet at the Chapel. Please note the cemetery ground is uneven so please wear suitable footwear. \nLitter pickers\, bags and tools will be provided.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/big-spring-clean-up/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250510T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250510T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250325T160905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T160905Z
UID:33632-1746885600-1746892800@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walk to Commemorate War Graves Week
DESCRIPTION:The cemetery contains a variety of memorials to military personnel who died in the two World Wars. \nTo mark Commonwealth War Graves Week we are offering free guided walks with cemetery guide Colin Wolf\, to look at the war graves and other interesting memorials. \nMeet at the Chapel at 13.55.  The walk will last approximately 90 minutes. \nNo need to book. \nThe cemetery grounds are uneven\, please wear suitable footwear. \nRefreshments will be available after the walk.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/walk-to-commemorate-war-graves-week-2/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster Hill Road Cemetery\, Bedford\, Bedfordshire\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250325T160643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T160643Z
UID:33630-1746712800-1746720000@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walk to Commemorate War Graves Week
DESCRIPTION:The cemetery contains a variety of memorials to military personnel who died in the two World Wars. \nTo mark Commonwealth War Graves Week we are offering free guided walks with cemetery guide Colin Wolf\, to look at the war graves and other interesting memorials. \nMeet at the Chapel at 13.55.  The walk will last approximately 90 minutes. \nNo need to book. \nThe cemetery grounds are uneven\, please wear suitable footwear. \nRefreshments will be available after the walk.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/walk-to-commemorate-war-graves-week/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Scottish-soldiers-1-Copy-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250506T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250506T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20250325T160241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T160241Z
UID:33626-1746540000-1746547200@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Walk to Commemorate Commonwealth War Graves Week
DESCRIPTION:The cemetery contains a variety of memorials to military personnel who died in the two World Wars. \nTo mark Commonwealth War Graves Week we are offering free guided walks with cemetery guide Colin Wolf\, to look at the war graves and other interesting memorials. \nMeet at the Chapel at 13.55.  The walk will last approximately 90 minutes. \nNo need to book. \nThe cemetery grounds are uneven\, please wear suitable footwear. \nRefreshments will be available after the walk.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/walk-to-commemorate-commonwealth-war-graves-week/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250413T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250413T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20241128T164656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T164656Z
UID:32517-1744552800-1744560000@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sounds Familiar
DESCRIPTION:Television in the 1960s\, 70s and 80s  was very different from now.  Britain only had two channels in 1960\, BBC and ITV.  Television in Britain was in black and white until 1967 and it certainly wasn’t broadcast for 24 hours. \nIf you remember programmes such as The Sweeney\, Happy Days\, Byker Grove and the Old Grey Whistle Test why not join Kevin Varty for a nostalgic look at the TV programmes during this time. \nWarning – audience participation will be required in identifying theme tunes. \nRefreshments will be available after the talk.  Although these are free\, a small contribution to the Friends is always welcome. \nThe talk is free to Friends.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/sounds-familiar/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/TV.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250323T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250323T163000
DTSTAMP:20261023T144425
CREATED:20241127T163426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T164831Z
UID:32511-1742742000-1742747400@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:The BBC & Glenn Miller in WW2 Bedford
DESCRIPTION:Bandleader and musician Glenn Miller inspired the World War II generation. He was one of the most popular bandleaders in the late 1930s and early 1940s with such songs as “Moonlight Serenade” and “Tuxedo Junction.” \nJoin David Fowler  for a presentation of Glenn Miller & other artists’ music with the BBC and Glenn’s months in Bedford. \nRefreshments will be served after the talk.  These are free but a small contribution to the Friends is always welcome. \nThe talk is free to members of the Friends.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/the-bbc-glenn-miller-in-ww2-bedford/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Glenn-Miller.jpg
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