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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T140000
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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:20261023T152552
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:20261023T152552
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:20261023T152552
CREATED:20250909T131717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T131717Z
UID:34961-1774188000-1774191600@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
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:20261023T152552
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:20261023T152552
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
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:20261023T152552
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:20261023T152552
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
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:20261023T152552
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:20261023T152552
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:20261023T152552
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250608T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
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:20261023T152552
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:20261023T152552
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250508T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
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
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250506T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250506T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
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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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250413T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250413T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250323T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250323T163000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250323T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250323T150000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
CREATED:20241127T163934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T164920Z
UID:32508-1742738400-1742742000@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
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 David Fowler on ‘The BBC and Glenn Miller in WW2 Bedford’ \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-8/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250223T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250223T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
CREATED:20241127T154145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T154145Z
UID:32501-1740319200-1740326400@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Put That Light Out!
DESCRIPTION:In December 1937\, the British government passed the Air Raid Precautions (or ‘ARP’) Act\, requiring local authorities to ready themselves in case of air attack. \nOne of the most visible forms of ‘ARP’ was the air raid warden. These wardens became the first link in a chain of ARP bodies that would include ambulance drivers\, rescue parties and liaison with police and fire brigades. \nJoin Jean Fullerton to learn all about the unsung heroes of Britain’s WW2 Civil Defence.  It wasn’t just Dad’s Army\, but everyday heroes who did their duty during the dark days of WW2. \nJean will have books to sell on the day. \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/put-that-light-out/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/ARP.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250126T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250126T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
CREATED:20241123T141249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T160537Z
UID:32417-1737900000-1737907200@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Women's Land Army during the First World War
DESCRIPTION:Officially formed in February 1917\, the women who  joined the Women’s Land Army during the First World War enabled vital food production to continue on the Home Front. Their efforts attempted to fill the enormous void left by men who had gone to serve overseas; men who had previously worked in farming and agriculture. \nFrom its infancy\, pre-1917 through to its peak and subsequent demobilisation\, this illustrated talk  by Helen Frost will give an insight into the quirky and unusual world of the Great War Land Girl. Come along to discover exactly how they interacted\, lived together\, socialised\, relaxed\, fell in love\, went off the rails and got through difficult times. \nHelen will be bringing copies of her recently published book to sell along with a reproduction ‘Landswoman’ uniform and other illustrative material. \nRefreshments will be available after the talk.  These are free\, but a small contribution to the Friends is always welcome. \nThis talk is free to Friends of the Cemetery. \n(Image by kind permission of Mrs Hilary Thomas)
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/the-womens-land-army-during-the-first-world-war/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Womens-Land-Army.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241208T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241208T163000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
CREATED:20240127T163734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T131531Z
UID:30409-1733666400-1733675400@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:A CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD
DESCRIPTION:Our Christmas concert this year will have an international flavour with festive customs\, carols and readings from around the world as well as some traditional favourites from closer to home. Come along and listen to tales of Krampus\, Mother Santa Claus and Dickens’ famous ghosts\, sing carols from far and near in our beautiful chapel dressed in all its Christmas finery and join us afterwards for cake and mulled wine! \nSingers from local Community Choirs led by Evelyn Sutherland will be providing an uplifting boost to the singing. \nThe event is free but a small contribution to the Friends is always welcome. \n 
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/carols-at-the-chapel/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Carols.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241103T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241103T120000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
CREATED:20240127T163504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T163504Z
UID:30405-1730628000-1730635200@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-3/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241013T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241013T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
CREATED:20240121T160506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T130737Z
UID:30329-1728828000-1728835200@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Body in the Bag
DESCRIPTION:You might remember the strange case of Gareth Williams\, an MI6 agent who in 2010\, was found dead in a locked suitcase and with the keys inside. Suicide? Murder? Assassination by foreign agents? The case remained a total enigma. \nLast year\, Paul Barwick gave us one of our most interesting talks\, on “The White Mouse\,” and this talk promises to be just as fascinating\, as he offers various possible solutions…but there will be probably just as many questions as answers. \nRefreshments will be available after the talk.  These are free\, but a small contribution to the Friends is always welcome. \nThis talk is free to Friends of the Cemetery.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/the-body-in-the-bag/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/OIP.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240915T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240915T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
CREATED:20240127T164838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T141653Z
UID:30414-1726408800-1726416000@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Guided Walk 'I never knew that about Bedford'
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walk around the cemetery and hear some of the more unusual stories that aren’t told by the person’s headstone. \nIf you have never visited the cemetery before this is a brilliant and fascinating introduction. \nAll walks start at the Chapel – meet 10 minutes before the scheduled time. – No need to book – just turn up. \nPlease note the cemetery ground is uneven so please wear appropriate shoes. When viewing memorials please do not lean on them. \n There will be refreshments available at the end of the walks. \nThis walk is  free\,  however we are grateful for any contribution you would like to make.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/heritage-open-days-guided-tree-walk-2/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Heritage-open-days-banner.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240914T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240914T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
CREATED:20240127T164309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240127T164309Z
UID:30411-1726308000-1726329600@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days - Cemetery 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-cemetery-records-at-the-chapel/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240811T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240811T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
CREATED:20240121T155052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240803T162025Z
UID:30323-1723384800-1723392000@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Angels\, Crosses\, Symbols and Words
DESCRIPTION:What kind of memorial would you choose for yourself\, and why? \nIn this walk\, our tour guide Adrian explains the background to some commonly\nfound cemetery symbols and what they are meant to mean. In some cases\nthe headstones he shows you have a surprising backstory. \nThis walk is free but a small contribution to the Friends would be most welcome. \nRefreshments will be available after the walk.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/summer-walks-angels-crosses-and-anchors/
LOCATION:The Chapel\, Foster HIll Road\, Bedford\, MK41 7TD\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/A-Host-of-Angels-8-e1705852176978.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240707T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240707T160000
DTSTAMP:20261023T152552
CREATED:20240106T182242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T085458Z
UID:30236-1720360800-1720368000@fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk
SUMMARY:Summer Walks - We will remember them - World War One at Bedford Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:World War One had a huge impact on the people of Bedford. In this walk\, you will hear stories of contributions to the war effort\, both military and civilian\, made by people who are buried at Foster Hill Road Cemetery. \nYou can also collect a free copy of our new WW1 leaflet. \nRefreshments will be available after the talk.  These are free\, but a small contribution to the Friends is always welcome. \nThis talk is free to Friends of the Cemetery. \nIt looks like rain on Sunday\, but don’t let that put you off.  If it rains there will be a ‘virtual walk’ instead with a talk about the WWI graves in the chapel.
URL:https://fosterhillroadcemetery.co.uk/event/we-will-remember-them-world-war-one-at-bedford-cemetery/
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