Comments on: At The Bruce Club Reunion

By: Luthfur miah

Luthfur miah — Sun, 14 Dec 2025 22:00:00 +0000

True legend mr Derek cox OBE
Today as I am writing this message it is breaking my heart as today at this moment mr Derek cox is critically ill at the royal London hospital.
Sat by his side is his family/ son Andrew and most likely few more members of his immediate family. It is really really sad and heartbreaking moment for everyone that appreciates Derek and his humble work . Only last year I left a message about Derek cox as it is above this message.
Please everyone pray for Derek to have a peaceful exit out . It is really sad to say that it’s Dereks last moment and he can departure at any moment while I am writing this message. I pray that he doesn’t, but eventually it will happen. My heart is all numb at this crucial moment . Yes i wish i could have been at his bed side and to hold him in comfort. But at this time I believe his immediate family has the most priority and moments on his last days. But yes at least all I could do is make lots of prayers for Derek and everyone that loves Derek .. today I am sitting next to my son he is only 2 years old and he is swiftly flicking through his iPad . Omg we never had one of these when we used to be at that age .. the world has changed with super fast gadgets.. yes I hope one day I can show my son this message and tell him all about Derek cox and the golden days of youths scouting and enjoying the real world out there going out with Derek .. camping and all the good stuff . Definitely I will show my little boy what a good life we had by actually taking him on adventures to come we will definitely keep up with scouting and youth developments skills. My son Ibrahim Isaac Mohamed sheikh will explore the world soon .. this message is to tribute the legend Derek cox OBE . Derek we will always love you and keep you in our stories for generations..
may Allah give Derek a comfort departure.. and may Allah give Derek a space in jannah
Ameeen.

By: luthfur miah

luthfur miah — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 03:45:42 +0000

true legend mr derek cox. i cannot ever forget the brilliant days .the residential trips and the movies also all the good things away from the slums of brick lane.my home town .still love it. as it will never be forgotten and the stories will be passed on to my children’s how wonderful times we use to have with avanews unlimited .derek still working and carried on with his good works to the people .the golden time will never be forgotten… children nowadays dont know how to have fun without their gadgets .
ps, Hunton crews/buxton street. spitalfield /BRICK LANE MAFFIAS .
will always respect mr derek cox and his humble works.. major of the youths.

By: Wheeler house crew

Wheeler house crew — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 03:28:38 +0000

And then the Asians came along it’s just like a movie but mr Derek omg you played a huge role for all the Asians communities man we really appreciate you brother. Rickmansworth, northborne all them logs as souvenirs we’d take back. To the youth club in our block. Just awesome man thanks so much mr Derek cox coz we had a great childhood because of you hope you are well

By: Kenni

Kenni — Fri, 24 Jul 2020 23:49:41 +0000

Derek Cox, Sir, you were a massive influence in mine and a multitude of other ‘Eastenders’ lives back in the days of Avenues Unlimited. Our first taste of the country, camping in Rickmansworth and the Lake District and the organising of the Happiness marches. Thank you. You brightened many a childhood.

By: Tony Scott

Tony Scott — Thu, 13 Jun 2019 01:19:54 +0000

Derek Cox you absolute Legend.. Always look back with a smile when I think of Oxford House & a Avenues Unlimited. Thanks for your Time, Patience & open doors way back in my wayward days

By: Peter King

Peter King — Tue, 22 Aug 2017 16:44:26 +0000

I am glad to have known Derek Cox and The Bruce Y.C., in my teenage years.

By: Vicky

Vicky — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 20:07:43 +0000

Love the idea of The Bruce Club being based on fun. What a shame it didn’t last longer.

By: Hardy

Hardy — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 11:13:58 +0000

What a courageous achievement by Derek and members. Even in the short time the club ran it made a lasting impression.