Clapham Common : Jeremy Brett Memorial Garden
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Lambeth Parks & Greenspace Unit
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England's Clapham Common is one of London's most appealing greenspaces; any changes must certainly be made to enhance the community as well as the Common itself. It is the sincere intention of the undersigned that, an area within the Common be designated the Jeremy Brett Memorial Garden.
One of the area's most distinguished residents, actor Jeremy Brett, died in his Clapham home on September 12, 1995; he had lived there for many years, and cherished the beauty of the Common. Mr Brett bravely worked through the illnesses of manic depression and heart disease. His many and varied performances on stage and film were always of the highest quality; his interpretation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes was acknowledged as being "definitive," an accolade given him not only by his fans and Doyle experts but also by Sir Arthur's daughter, the late Dame Jean Conan Doyle. Mr Brett insisted on absolute fidelity to Doyle's work and is, perhaps, the only actor ever to have portrayed this very demanding role directly from its original text. Truly a man who put others first, Mr Brett worked closely with Britain's Manic Depression Fellowship, Cancer Research and many charities for children.
The proposed garden area would accomplish many goals. It would enhance the charm and beauty of the Common and enrich the lives of those who visit. It would provide a water feature, shade, a variety of colourful flowers (one of these being a new variety of rose named for Mr Brett), and seating areas for reflection/relaxation.
We hope to achieve this goal by 2005 for the 10th year since Mr Brett's passing, to honour a man who was one of Britain's most gifted actors, an unselfish and caring human being...a man who truly loved Clapham Common and an inspiring role model for generations to come.
One of the area's most distinguished residents, actor Jeremy Brett, died in his Clapham home on September 12, 1995; he had lived there for many years, and cherished the beauty of the Common. Mr Brett bravely worked through the illnesses of manic depression and heart disease. His many and varied performances on stage and film were always of the highest quality; his interpretation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes was acknowledged as being "definitive," an accolade given him not only by his fans and Doyle experts but also by Sir Arthur's daughter, the late Dame Jean Conan Doyle. Mr Brett insisted on absolute fidelity to Doyle's work and is, perhaps, the only actor ever to have portrayed this very demanding role directly from its original text. Truly a man who put others first, Mr Brett worked closely with Britain's Manic Depression Fellowship, Cancer Research and many charities for children.
The proposed garden area would accomplish many goals. It would enhance the charm and beauty of the Common and enrich the lives of those who visit. It would provide a water feature, shade, a variety of colourful flowers (one of these being a new variety of rose named for Mr Brett), and seating areas for reflection/relaxation.
We hope to achieve this goal by 2005 for the 10th year since Mr Brett's passing, to honour a man who was one of Britain's most gifted actors, an unselfish and caring human being...a man who truly loved Clapham Common and an inspiring role model for generations to come.
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Josephine N
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- Gone but not forgotten,make him known forever.
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Kat s
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Jane
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Jane
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- The best Holmes ever
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Irene
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- I was Sherlock Holmes. May he rest in peace.
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Bettina S
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- to honor a gentleman with great gifts
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Stevens N
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- ...
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catherine
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- A great actor Brill as Holmes
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Callum S
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Lim Sue Lynn D
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- Love Jeremy Brett acted as Sherlock Holmes
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Daniel O
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- Author/Musician
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Steph T
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- I loved Jeremy Brett as Sherlock Holmes! May he rest in peace!
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lesley s
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Paul V
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assaly
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Amanda M
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Enrico B
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- Please celebrate his life with this Memorial Garden!
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Dennis E K
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- By all means!
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Joseph
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- Brett is deserving of this. A national Treasure to our brothers in England.
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Rachel S
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- He deserves a million of gardens, make at least one.
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Jeremy B
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- To be or not to be: that is the question. Rest in peace, Jeremy because you were without doubt the best Sherlock Holmes.
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John M
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- Jeremy "Holmes", the best actor ever
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Vikki P
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- For one of the most talented and handsome STARS that ever lived, I think that a Memorial Garden would be a very nice tribute. I say this especially because he seemed to love the place so much. If it had been my way, I would have given him every acting award that is available out there in every country. His talent can not be overshadowed. He has it all - stage presence (whether on the stage, television, movies), fantastic voice, great manner of movement - supreme, and the best part his outstanding handsome looks. That combined with the fact that he could do such a wide variety of characters by changing his appearance and style mixed with his great acting ability is a testament to what a brilliant actor he is. Also the fact that he is such a kind, wonderful man in real life to me makes him the most wonderfully, outstanding actor of the 21st century and beyond. I was not acquainted with his work until Sherlock Holmes episodes came out as I was too young, but now I've seen how great he is.
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Julie F
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- I love you Jeremy, you will always have a very special place in my heart
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Kelly P
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- Wonderful actor and human being. He more than deserves it.
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Peter
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- Far too late but very meant
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Marciset P
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- Bravo !
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galinaro
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galinaro
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James C
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Keith T
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Keely C
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Dr. Kimberly A. B
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lorraine g
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- a huge fan of jeremeys
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Roland A
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- Please make this a reality
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Paul A. H
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Sirpa R
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- Best
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Viky S
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Catherine J
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clive p
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- he should be rememberd
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eman
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- very nice idea i hope it will be a great garden
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Rose p
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Ian M
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