The Chishills Newsletter December 2021
Tristram Alexander from Hope Cottages is embarking on a remarkable solo road trip spanning 2 to 3 years and 200,000 miles across North and South America on a specially built […]
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Tristram Alexander from Hope Cottages is embarking on a remarkable solo road trip spanning 2 to 3 years and 200,000 miles across North and South America on a specially built […]
Paul Buck discovered two lost school medals belonging to siblings Arthur and Grace Harvey while metal detecting, and successfully returned them to a descendant of the Harvey family. The village
The article discusses the historical significance of the chalk pit in Great Chishill, highlighting its use in road surfacing and the challenges faced due to its inability to produce clunch,
The Great Chishill Bell Restoration Project aims to renovate the historic bells of St. Swithun’s Church, including adding a new sixth bell, with a fundraising target of nearly £100,000 to
The Great Chishill Cricket Club had a mixed performance in July, with notable victories against Rickling Green and Whittlesford, and the club celebrated a family milestone with James Piper and
The village celebrates Dudley Walter Reeves’ 100th birthday, highlighting his life journey from a farm laborer to a beloved community member with a large family and a passion for gardening.
St Swithun’s Church has reopened after extensive renovations, including new facilities and repairs, with services resuming in June and fundraising efforts underway to cover rebuilding costs. The Pheasant pub has
The village pub, The Pheasant, has reopened under new ownership by Stuart and Jenna Johnson, who celebrated the occasion with a hog roast and live music on April 19th. Tristram
The Pit Club, a local secret organisation, has resurfaced to plant 150 donated saplings in the Chalk Pit, a rare woodland area, with the help of The Conservation Volunteers, a
The newsletter reflects on the village’s beloved Cinema Club, which offered a cozy community experience with films, snacks, and drinks, and expresses hope for its return post-COVID-19 restrictions. The village’s