The Chishills Newsletter September 2012
The village mourns the loss of Dick Saunderson, a beloved community member and former shepherd, who was deeply involved in local sports and activities and is fondly remembered for his […]
The village mourns the loss of Dick Saunderson, a beloved community member and former shepherd, who was deeply involved in local sports and activities and is fondly remembered for his […]
Local runner Claire Thompson visited The Pheasant pub with her Olympic Torch after participating in the torch relay in Saffron Walden, raising £200 for Multiple Sclerosis through the event. The
The Diamond Jubilee Barn Dance at Hall Farm, organized by the GC Bellringers, was a successful event that raised over £2000 for the Bells Restoration Fund, thanks to the efforts
The Chishills are celebrating the Diamond Jubilee with a Barn Dance at Hall Farm on June 2nd, featuring live music, a bar, and a raffle, with tickets available for purchase.
Great Chishill Walkers are participating in the London MoonWalk to raise funds for breast cancer charities and are organizing local fundraising events, including a disco and quiz night, before the
A recent report by the Churches Conservation Trust & YMCAfit, featured on BBC Breakfast recently, has highlighted the benefits of ringing church bells. The report recommends bellringing to improve agility,
A visiting group of bell ringers successfully rang a peal at St Swithun’s on March 10th, coinciding with three village celebrations, including a golden wedding anniversary, a birthday, and an
The County Council wanted to dispose of the windmill and both the District Council and the Parish Council declined the offer to take it on. Fearing that it would be
Stella Russell once again won the Great Chishill Bell Ringers’ 2012 Sloe Gin competition, held at Hall Farm, with her Nouveau Sloe Gin, while the event raised £300 for the
A charitable trust has been established to take over the Chishill windmill from the County Council, with plans for restoration funded by English Heritage and the National Lottery, and community