George West known as the ‘Brandon Poet’ was born and educated in Brandon, attending the old Grammar School on Market Hill.
He describes the area around Brandon in his book of poems published in 1860.
In his poem titled ‘An Evening’s Walk’ he takes us on a stroll from the Market Hill along the Avenue, though in its entirety it goes beyond, today we will finish at the church.
As you walk, please look up as you pass along the Avenue at the lanterns made in honour of our jubilee celebrations by some twenty-three schools, clubs and groups of the town. On some you may notice pictures of old and more up to date Brandon along with a gentle hint of who decorated which.
Our recording was made possible by Terry Molloy reading the poem, and David Johnson (DMJ Imagery Ltd) putting the whole together and was commissioned by Brandon Creative Forum to celebrate our “Jubilee Avenue of Lanterns” installation.
This was made possible by funding from the Let’s Create Jubilee Fund (ACE) and Miller Trust Fund through Suffolk Community Funding, and support from Creative People and Places - Market Place, Brandon Town Council, local community and suppliers, and commissioned artists to support groups.
Narrated:
Terry Molloy
Music:
Delia by Michael Willett
Out At Sea by Angela Paulson
Sound Design
David Johnson (DMJ Imagery Ltd)
