The Chishills Newsletter July 2017
Great Chishill DCC has received a £196,000 grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund to carry out urgent repairs on St Swithun’s church tower, enhancing its utility for community events and […]
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Great Chishill DCC has received a £196,000 grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund to carry out urgent repairs on St Swithun’s church tower, enhancing its utility for community events and […]
The Windmill restoration project has made significant progress with the engagement of millwright Bill Griffiths to start work in July, and a sponsorship scheme has been introduced to help fund
Boundary changes in May will integrate the Chishills into a new electoral division, Duxford, leading to the departure of County Councillor Susan Van de Ven, who reflects fondly on her
Rosemary expresses gratitude to the community for their support during her husband Mike Livings’ battle with cancer, highlighting his contributions to the village and his love for gardening and architecture,
The County Councillor discusses the challenges faced by Cambridgeshire due to a freeze on council tax and reduced government support, impacting the ability to provide essential services. The Windmill Trust
The village mourns the loss of two beloved community figures, Andrew Gardiner, a proactive Parish Council Chairman, and Jim Brearley, a generous and memorable character known for his contributions to
The restoration project for St Swithun’s Tower in Great Chishill is progressing, with nearly £53,000 raised through fundraising events, and plans for repairs and new facilities pending diocesan approval and
Great Chishill’s United Reform Church is facing potential closure due to declining congregations and the departure of key supporters, prompting a community-driven initiative to increase the chapel’s usage through events
Restoration work has begun at the Great Chishill Windmill with the help of Rotary Club volunteers, aiming to preserve the landmark and eventually restore its sails. St Swithun’s Church successfully
The Great Chishill bellringers were disappointed by the low turnout at their Open Tower event, which aimed to introduce newcomers to bell ringing despite offering demonstrations and interactive experiences. The