Chipperfield News

September 2011

Common Awarded Another Green Flag

In 2008, in cooperation with Borough Council (DBC), we won the prestigious Green Flag award for Chipperfield Common and the associated five year Common Management Plan. We have maintained our Green Flag Status annually since then. We are pleased to inform you this year has been no exception and we have again been successful in maintaining our Green Flag status for the Common for 2010/2011. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who have contributed to this success over the past twelve months. Special thanks go to the Friends of Chipperfield Common for their volunteer time and interest and for their help on judging day. Our Policy for the Common is one of preservation, maintaining the delicate balance of the environment for its fauna and flora whilst enabling access for the enjoyment of the Village and visitors. Preservation is not a do- nothing policy. There has been considerable activity in clearing back overgrowing self-seeded undergrowth from the bridle path and the re-establishment of glades. This all takes effort, careful planning and finally checking by the judges. From comments received from the Green Flag Judges and villagers, together with the enthusiasm of Friends of Chipperfield Common, things appear to be progressing nicely. We are not, however, complacent. The Judges passed some interesting comments on the need to undertake an ecological survey of the various species on the Common, to measure the effectiveness of our activities and to inform future management. The Common cannot survive unless we all take care of it. If you would like to take a hand in Management projects then why not join the Friends of Chipperfield Common? Please contact Jo Deacon, 01923 263310 or Vanessa Johnson, DBC, 01442 228844.

Morris Men Celebrate 50 Years

Every year in July the Greensleeves Morris men congregate in Chipperfield. They are joined by groups from other areas and the variety of their costumes adds an air of festivity to the occasion. They hold their Annual Feast in the Village Hall, a service of thanksgiving in the car park and dance at various venues in neighbouring towns and villages. This year’s weekend from 8 – 10 July was a special one; it was the Golden Jubilee of their meeting in Chipperfield and their guests included ‘sides’ from Sussex, Hampshire, Nottingham, Derby and Birmingham. They also welcomed nationalofficials of the Morris Ring for its 329th meeting. A frequently asked question is why Greensleeves Morris Men, who are based in Wimbledon travel all the way to Chipperfield to hold their annual weekends. The best person to explain this is one of the Greensleeves Morris Men and this is what Roy Fenton wrote for Chipperfield News a few years ago.‘Well, when we were based in Central London our Squire (Morris- speak for chairman) lived in Chipperfield and assured us that it would be an ideal place to hold a weekend of dance. Leslie Nichols proved absolutely right and Chipperfield has proved ideal. Its inhabitants, officials, publicans and vicars have been immensely hospitable and accommodating. From the Parish Room to the school field and from the showers on the football pitch to the Village Hall, there are few facilities in the village of which we’ve not made use, with immense help and friendliness from those involved. And that’s not mentioning the pubs and clubs, for the Morris men do appreciate a decent glass or three of beer in pleasant surroundings. In turn, we believe the Morris men and the guest clubs have been well behaved. Chipperfield weekends have become something of an institution among Morris men and some clubs return again and again, year after year. One side, Dolphin Morris Men from Nottingham, have even adapted a well-known fisherman’s song, now known as ‘Chipperfield Green’ in affectionate tribute to the welcome they get in the village. Greensleeves are very attached to Chipperfield and we hope to go on holding our meetings there as long as we can, and clearly, as long as the good people of Chipperfield continue to welcome us’.

Old School

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Gordon Lee found this photograph in his mother, Olive’s, possessions. His father is on the front row aged about six or seven. Olive had filled in the names of a number of the children in the picture. If anyone can fill in any of the blanks or provide any other information please contact Mary Nobbs, Dellfield, The Street, Chipperfield, WD4 9BJ, Tel: 01923 269480, e.mail: [email protected]. Back: Steve Carpenter, Chris Saunders, Bob Carpenter, Arch Timberlake, Frank Haysman, Alf Chitty, George Durrant, Harold Goodman, Fred Bunker. 2nd Row: Barbara Henwood?, Joan Keen, Glad Gurney?, Babs Carpenter, Hene Carpenter, Queenie Stuart?, Glad Goodman, Win Spooner, Hilda Spooner? , Vera Dunham? , Olive Clack, Nelly Oliver, Steve Stiles. 3rd Row: Marjorie George, Gwen Robins, Queenie Harding, Anon?, Barbara Jones, Bess Lowe, Nellie Hill?, Betty George, Kath French, Margaret Jones, Phil Reed, Anon?, Edna Lowe, Doreen King, Anon? Front: Ted Hopkins, Ken Keen, ? House, Jim Chalk, Den Hull, Fred Cox, Vic Lee

Playskill

Playskill has had a fantastic term. It is now running 2 groups in , and 1 in . We are hugely grateful to local Therapist's Debbie Hughes and Popsi Stokes who continue to be at the heart of the work based in Chipperfield. Also local partners, Zoe Hier at the Children's Centre, and now Apsley Sainsbury's supporting Hemel's group. We ran a Siblings and Dads party in June in Chipperfield. To celebrate the 5 year anniversary of the Charity Playskills work with children with physical special needs there will be a fundraiser in Blackwell's on 8 October at 8pm. It will include finger food, jazz singer Belinda Patrick, disco and raffle. Tickets are £5 available from Tanya [[email protected] 01923 232704] or by post with cheque and envelope marked Tanya for Celebration to 24 Tower Hill, Chipperfield. Andrea Clarke, PLAYSKILL. Tel 07890 267722

The Hacro Tea Bar At The Mount

Would you like to bring a smile to the faces of families and friends of men in prison? Imagine how wearisome it must be for them to come to visit by car, or train and bus, especially with children, and often from south of London! On arrival they queue up in the Visitors Centre in the car park to be checked in, then wait until they are called to go over to the prison itself. There are comfortable chairs, a few toys and books for the children and a tea bar, run by HACRO and staffed by volunteers, selling hot and cold drinks and snacks. I often serve there and find the paid staff helpful and friendly and the customers mostly very pleasant to deal with and enormously appreciative. However, the tea bar is often closed through lack of volunteers. This is very enjoyable voluntary work of real value to a disadvantaged section of the community. If you are interested and would like to hear more, please contact me. The Centre is open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 1 - 4.30pm. at the latest. Prospective volunteers have to be security cleared and attend brief training, which unfortunately can take a while. If you are interested, please respond quickly so that we can keep the tea bar open. Anne Wyburd, Vice-President, HACRO ( Association for the Care and Resettlement of Offenders). 01923 267515. [email protected]

The Lanes Children's Centre

We hope you all enjoyed a relaxing and fun summer break? It was lovely to see a number of our families at the events we held during the holidays and we hope you had as much fun as we did! On Tuesday 27 September from 7–9pm at the Baptist Church, . We will be holding a first aid course for parents and carers. Booking is essential. The cost, payable in advance, is £5. Cheryl will be holding another How safe is your home workshop on 19 September in Bovingdon. A crèche will be provided and the cost is £5. Booking is essential. We will be holding another 4 week Cookies Course at the Baptist Church, Bovingdon, from 22 September – 13 October from 1.15 – 2.45pm. Cost for the course is £10 and booking is essential. Zoe will be holding a Baby Massage course (0-12 months) in Village Hall, from 1.15 – 2.45pm, 3 October – 24 October. The cost of the course is £20, in advance, and booking is essential. A reminder of the regular activities held every week. Mondays 9.30–11.30am working in partnership with Sarratt Baby and Toddler Group at George V Pavillion, Sarratt. £1.50 per child payable to Sarratt B&T group. Within this group we provide a craft activity, toy library and a music session, term time only. Tuesdays Under 1’s 2–4pm at The Memorial Hall, Bovingdon. The group includes a music session and costs £2. Wednesday Wigwams at The Baptist Church, Bovingdon from 1.30–3pm. This group alternates between a messy play session one week and a music session the next. Cost for messy play is £2 and music £2.50. Our Toy Library can be accessed at all of these settings and also at the Toddler Group in the Flaunden

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Village Hall every Friday 9.30–10.30am. For information on future courses, workshops, activities and events throughout the coming months, see advertising boards and our website. If you require further information regarding the Children’s Centre services or becoming involved, please contact: Zoë Hier: 01923 262640 or 07966 966352 [email protected]. www.hertschildrenscentres.org.uk/thelanes

Chipperfield Horticultural Society Autumn Show

After our summer show, featuring roses and sweet peas, now it is the turn of the Chrysanthemums and Dahlias. There are classes for all fruit and vegetables as well as pot plants, asters, gladioli, fuchsias and mixed flowers. Three floral art classes and nine domestic classes from jam to a pumpkin loaf. Handicraft classes for painting, drawing, hand knitting, embroidery, soft toys, sewn garments, canvaswork, woodwork and soft furnishing together with a class for any other craft article. The junior section is again in two age groups. For the up to 10 years old group the categories are An animal made from fruit/vegetables and Flowers in a jam jar. For the 11 to 16 years, again An animal made from fruit/vegetables plus Recycled Article, making something new from something old. The photography section has three classes: Seaside, Leaves or Windows. Maximum size print 5” x 7”. They may be mounted but not framed. Our three novelty classes are for: A misshapen vegetable, A misshapen fruit and Longest runner bean. There really is something for all of us, so do enter and take part in our Village Show, which is a lot of fun. Staging takes place in the morning from 8 - 10.45am followed by the judging. The doors re-open at 2.30pm, and the prize giving is at 3.30pm During the afternoon delicious cream teas will be served and the show comes to a close with an auction of produce and a raffle. Ann Soanes – Secretary 01923 262756

Kings Langley Belles

With just enough girls to enter a team in their league the U10 ' s finished 4th in division 1; Chloe Underwood being the leading goalscorer with 20 goals. At the end of season tournaments they came runners up in then defended their 2010 Tournament overcoming last years opponents , this time in a penalty shootout; AJ the goalkeeper being the hero by saving 3 penalties!. The U9's played in a non-competitive league, scoring heavily at times and losing with grace at others; Alessia Towell falling one short of a 100% record with 16 goals in 17 games. Five of the team were also picked to represent Dacorum at the Hertfordshireyouth games held at Hatfield in June. At the end of season tournaments they also came runners up at the St Albans tournament. At the inaugural 6-a-side tournament they stormed into the final against local rivals, Garston Ladies. The final was filled with thrills, skills and spills but the girls kept to their plan and went on to lift the trophy winning 1-0; Megan O'Sullivan clinching the vital goal. All the teams' efforts highlight the depth of girls footballing talent in our community. If your daughter is in years 2, 3, 4 or 5 and wants to get involved in girls’ football please contact Rob Hales 07967464122 / [email protected] or log on to https://sites.google.com/site/kingslangleyfootballbelles/home

Chipperfield Parish Council Grant Aid

Any local group or organisation who wish to apply for grant aid for 2012/13 should apply for an application form by 19 September. The deadline for completed applications is 3 October. Applications received after this date will not be accepted. Application forms and guidance notes can be obtained as follows:- Write to Mrs J Deacon 6 Myrtle Cottages Sarratt Herts WD3 6AT E mail [email protected] Website www.chipperfield.org.uk, click the link to Parish Council and select grant aid from the list, you can then download the form, complete and send to the above address. Note that submission of an application is not a guarantee of funding

Baptist Church

I write this just before I am off on a short holiday and in the midst of not being too well. Some will know I have been unwell for a number of weeks now and so my activity has been limited. First I want to thank the church for its support and all those lovely people who have spoken encouragement and who have been praying for me; it is true in this instance that it is better to receive than to give because you don’t want to be given what I have had. These two events at first may not seem linked particularly, apart from the fact that they both involve time out or off. If only that were the case. I was guilty of not heeding the Doctor’s advice and did continue to try and do stuff during my illness. That obviously took its toll and things did not progress as quickly as first hoped. How many of us would

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admit to that? It seems to me that I have a little problem of who I am or how others judge me. Ok, a bit heavy I know but bear with me. Even during a time of illness I was determined to get stuff done. I felt useless and redundant when I had nothing to do or when I couldn’t do anything. Dare I say that I felt my worth was in what I could give, not in what I received? People wanted to encourage me and give of themselves because they cared for me, not because of what I could do. So if you hear nothing else hear this, your worth to God is you. Not because you can do something for him. Not because you are a good manager, cleaner, husband or… but because you are you. That takes some getting used to for many of us. Holidays are meant to be a chance to take time out from the norm but some of us equally fill them with activities and do stuff. I might this time just sit and do zilch. Psalm 46:10 reads “be still and know that I am God” you could add “be still and know that I love you for you and nothing else”. That might just be the best excuse in the world for doing absolutly nothing. I might just give it a try. Love Jason, The Man in the Manse

Baptist Church News

We enjoyed the Morris service with St. Pauls on a beautiful July morning, attended by around 100 Morris Dancers who took part in the service and afterwards gave us a great display of dancing. The Family Beetle Evening was exciting and very fast moving! Our thanks to those who organised and prepared for the evening which raised £170 for our church funds. If anyone would like to attend our monthly lunch, please contact Brenda on 01923 269574 to book your place — you will be most welcome. We are to have an "Emmaus Moments" on 11 September at 4pm and you will be very welcome to join us in this different kind of worship. There will be a Family Quiz Evening on 24 September at 6-30pm (see advert on p13) so do come if you can and bring the family! At the time of writing our August events have not yet taken place, and there will be a full report on these in the next issue

St Paul's Parish Registers

We welcome into the family of God’s Church: 6 Aug . Elodie Rose Morris We ask God’s blessing on the marriage of: 18 June. Anthony Joy and Amanda Clements 29 July. James Buckingham and Danielle Boyce 30 July. Kevin Paintin and Helen Olney We commend to God’s merciful keeping: 19 July. Roy Whittaker 4 August. John Singleton 8 August. Eileen Ridewood

St Paul's And Holy Cross

Sunday 23 July found Judy and I in Christchurch, Clifton, in Bristol for our son James’ wedding. It was a wonderful day, much more so than we could have imagined, and we were left with a very real sense of why has God been so good to us today as we eventually got to bed well past midnight. July has been a wedding month for me as I have been involved in seven weddings, all with very different flavours, as relationships which have been growing over many months take a key step forward. Beginnings need Continuings. Relationships need to go on growing as couples learn more about each other, developing the individual person each uniquely is, and forming an ever deepening and enriching partnership. Sadly it does not always work that way; effort, energy and sacrifice are needed for all this to grow and blossom. I expect that many of you reading this were baptised, marked with the sign of the cross, God’s promise of love and commitment to you – but also a calling for you to be growing in a vital personal relationship with him as an active member of the local worshiping community. How is that relationship doing? Or has it stalled, even dried up? It only needs neglect on one side for something special to die! Sunday 25th, Back to Church Sunday is a real opportunity to begin to revitalise that relationship with Jesus and his people. How about it? With my greetings, Jim Stevens

Summer Concert In The Barn

Back in 1960 the sound of drums played by Peter Sellers was heard in the Barn of Chipperfield Manor House. On 9 July this year a very different sort of music was heard in the Barn when members of the choir of St Paul's Church presented a unique Summer Concert to a packed audience. Church organist and choirmaster, Keith Beniston, conducted the choir in a light hearted performance of highlights from Gilbert and Sullivan's, H.M.S. Pinafore. The choir, accompanied by Peter Wild, were joined by a cast of fine soloists including Mark Denza, Simon Woodhead, Christopher Wright, Katy Powis, Simon Lillystone and Rosie Clifford. Following the interval the choir sang 'Someone to watch over me' by George Gershwin. Then followed songs by Cole Porter well performed

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by Rosie, Simon and Christopher. The evening concluded with the choir performing their version of 'A nightingale sang in Berkeley Square'. A thoroughly enjoyable evening wasexperienced by all who were fortunate to attend this special event made possible by the generosity of Rory Tapner and family who live the Manor House. Terry Simmonds

School Quality Award

Kings Langley Secondary School are pleased to announce that their Extended Schools Consortium, for whom they are the Lead School, has recently been awarded National Quality in Extended Services (QES) Accreditation. The Kings Langley Consortium, which comprises Kings Langley Secondary and Primary Schools, St Paul’s School Chipperfield, Sarratt Primary School, Bovingdon Primary Academy, Primary and Bedmond Primary, is the first Consortium in Hertfordshire to achieve such status. This Quality Mark is part of services provided by the Faculty of Education at Canterbury Christ Church University whose aim is to work with schools nationwide to improve the quality in both study support and the provision of extended services. Julia Bateson, lead consultant for QES within Hertfordshire commented, “Achieving this award means that the Kings Langley Consortium has demonstrated that it has a clarity of purpose, has shown coherent planning of its services, that provision is addressing local needs and that there is a continuing commitment to the further development of such services.” Julia added, “Most importantly this consortium has demonstrated the impact the work they are doing is having on people’s lives in the area.” In achieving this accreditation the awarding panel commented that they were impressed by the Consortium’s strategic and operational organisation of services for children, schools and families within the community and the excellent partnerships which have developed. Rosie Washford Mower, Headteacher at Nash Mills Primary School, commented “Our Extended Schools team works tirelessly to support children and their families. Holiday activities, our after school provision, mentoring for pupils, courses for parents and individual support for families are just some of the ways in which they enhance the work of the schools in our Consortium”. Rosemary Inskipp is the Consortium’s Extended Schools Coordinator and led the submission. On receiving the award she said, “I am pleased for the schools in our Consortium and the Community as a whole that we have been recognised for the work that we have done and will continue to do. The communities that we serve often miss out on many different services so we have worked hard in ensuring that our schools and their families receive the support that they need and deserve.” Frances Stickley, Chair of Governors at Kings Langley Secondary School commented, “We have an outstanding Consortium and this confirms that we are the benchmark in Hertfordshire for these services.” Gary Lewis, Headteacher at Kings Langley Secondary School and Hub Head for the Consortium concluded, "This is a clear example of what can be achieved when schools and services work in close collaboration rather than in competition with each other with the sole aim of improving opportunities for young people and their families. Our partnership has benefited from our universal determination to remove all barriers that may prevent our young people growing and developing as responsible individuals".

Chipperfield Churchyard

The following is a summary of the information about burials in Chipperfield presented by Mary Nobbs at the meeting held on 16 June to discuss how the village is going to deal with the serious issue of finding further burial space. Chipperfield did not have a graveyard until 1838 when St Paul’s Church was dedicated. Until then Chipperfield people were buried at All Saints Church in Kings Langley. Coffins were transported by horse and cart or carried by friends and family to the churchyard and refreshment was taken at the local hostelries en route. When the population of Chipperfield had peaked at 300 a fund was set up to raise money to build a church for the village. The gentry contributed sums like £100 and working people donated 5 shillings or whatever they could afford. The villagers were determined, the money was raised and the church was completed in 18 months. Everything was fine for 85 years but the Parish Magazine of April 1923 reported that it had become clear to the vicar, Canon Arthur Jefferies, that the churchyard would soon be full to capacity. Plans were prepared to raise funds. A sale of work was to be held at the Old Vicarage and many ladies planned to run stalls. Members of many village organisations were invited to play their part. Samuel Blackwell, Lord of the Manor, generously donated the land for a churchyard extension but the money still had to be raised to prepare the ground and build new boundary walls. The vicar said that the people of Chipperfield valued their churchyard and done a worthwhile job. In January 1925 the Parish Magazine reported that the churchyard extension had been consecrated on a very cold December day by Bishop Lander but that not many people had seemed to know about the event. Norah Battershill was the first person to be buried there in May 1926. There was space for 560 burial plots in the

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extension and further graves have been added at the side and on the central path. By 1949 cremation had become a preferred choice for some people. The Garden of Remembrance was dedicated and Chipperfield made history by having the first such garden within a churchyard. Because there was no means of marking where loved ones’ ashes had been placed, the Parochial Church Council began to look for another alternative form of burial site. In November 2007 work was carried out to create a Memorial Garden where engraved plaques are laid above the area where ashes have been interred. It has been possible to use one of the original burial sites which had no gravestones on it. This has pleased many people but it does not meet with the wishes of village people who do not choose to be cremated. After 85 years our graveyard is full. A search is now on to find an additional piece of land preferably close to the existing graveyard. The Blackwell family are no longer here to assist with the problem. In 1936 they generously gave the 113 acres of Chipperfield Common to Hemel Hempstead Rural District Council with the proviso that it be maintained as an open space ‘for all time’. Is there an opportunity provided by the documentation when it says that the Council should take care to consult local feeling over the future management of the Common? Would the Blackwell family have agreed to a further extension of the churchyard?

Annual Parish Meeting 2011

CPC are pleased to report that the APM on 27 April was much appreciated by the attendees and we were grateful for their applause at the conclusion. The following discussion over a glass of wine was very useful and, in particular, we were able to cover issues such as the lack of burial space and to advise on the process of taking this sensitive and emotional issue forward. The choice of date for the meeting was dictated by the availability of accommodation, the need to follow the Annual Audit and to precede the local elections. Further, we were faced this year by the confluence of back to back bank holidays, not to mention a Royal wedding. Due to that well known law, these events placed the APM at a most inappropriate time for attendance at the meeting. So that those of you who missed the meeting can have the benefit of what was presented, a copy of the full presentation has been placed on the web site, www.chipperfield.org.uk (click on the link to the Parish Council) including a very interesting presentation from our guest speaker, our former Borough and current County Councillor, Richard Roberts. Please have a read and raise any issues which require clarification with the Clerk, Mrs J Deacon, 01923 263310 and we will do our best to respond. Cllr Mike Bradshaw, Chairman

Abseil For St Francis

Calling all daredevils, the Hospice of St Francis has launched another fundraising challenge and is looking for volunteers to go over the top for the hospice. In this case abseiling 100 feet off one of the highest buildings in Hemel Hempstead. Dixons Retail has kindly offered their Head Office building in Maylands Avenue as a platform for this stunt taking place on Sunday 25 September. Registration costs just £25 with a minimum sponsorship requirement of just £100. Under 18's need to pay just £20 to register and raise a minimum of £50. Community Fundraiser Emma Day commented, "This is an amazing opportunity to set yourself a personal challenge whilst raising money for a fantastic local cause. If you have ever wanted to do something daring then now is the time to grasp the opportunity". She continued, "Last year we hosted this event for the first time and were thrilled with the amount of people that took part. It raised more than £15,500 and this year we are hoping to smash that target! So, if you are planning a family day out, a team building event or simply fancy a challenge before the year is out, then sign up". All the money raised will go towards helping patients and their families coping with a life limiting illness. The Hospice of St Francis provides a range of services in the hospice and beyond, for patients and families living with life-limiting illness in , Hemel Hempsted, St Albans and surrounding villages. To sign up or for further information call 01442 869555 or email [email protected]. You

Chipperfield Horticultural Society Summer Show

The show opened at 2.30pm after the judges had finished awarding their prizes. A wonderful smell of sweet peas at the entrance greeted visitors to the show and the display of flowers was splendid, with the sweet peas arranged to perfection! The roses and other flowers were equally beautiful, these were followed on display by fruit and vegetables, arts, crafts and handicrafts, including some unusual sculptures and woodwork. The floral art display was also beautiful with some very interesting arrangements and finally there were some very tasty small cakes entered in the junior section. The photography section had a huge number of entries making it quite challenging for the judge to make a choice. The prizes were awarded by Mr Andy Coote and the results were as follows: TT.J.

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DENNY TROPHY (Best Specimen Rose) Doug Lesley TTHE NATIONAL SWEET PEA SOCIETY’S MEDAL (Best Sweet Pea Exhibit) Roger Pigg TA.T HUTCHINSON CHALLENGE CUP (Sweet Peas) Roger Pigg TTHE NATIONAL ROSE SOCIETY’S MEDAL (Best Exhibit of Roses) Doug Lesley TTHE F. BALDWIN CUP (Floral Art) Eileen Foulgham TTHE PETTET CUP (Most Points in Roses) Doug Lesley TCOTTAGERS CHALLENGE CUP (Most Points Overall) Pauline Williams There were 29 exhibitors and most won at least one prize, many won more. A most enjoyable show was had by all. There were cream teas and home-made cakes served as refreshments, the prize giving was followed by the auction of produce, and the show ended with the usual raffle with the first prize of a magnificent planted display kindly donated by Garden Scene, the local garden centre.

Chipperfield Choral Society's Desert Island Discs

Chipperfield Village Hall was packed with members and friends of the Choral Society at the end of season party on 25 June to enjoy each other's company and hear the musical choices of our new Patron and long term friend, Alan Taylor. Alan has devoted his life to music and it was wonderful to hear the music that inspired him and with which he inspired so many others over the years. Alan was Director of Music at Haberdashers Aske School and recruited our very own Delia Meehan, Musical Director of the Choral Society, who took over the Lower School when he retired. Latterly he has been an active member of Chipperfield Choral Society and provides a special Christmas treat every year when he writes a new carol for our Christmas concerts dedicated to the choir. With Delia playing the role of Kirsty, the first, and very appropriate, choice was our other patron, Emma Bell, singing two delightful Schumann songs. Amidst three choral works was the Bach B Minor mass which Alan had performed with the Haberdashers Choir in Berlin to great critical aclaim. If he could only take one of the recordings it would be his son Jeremy singing Blue Skies with Harvey and the Wallbangers. As the strains of Mascagni's Cavalleria Rusticana filled the Village Hall and closed the evening, everyone present felt privileged to have been able to share in a fascinating life that had brought so many people to music. The Choral Society meet every Thursday in term times in the Village Hall and everyone is welcome to come along. No previous musical experience is required, nor is there any audition. Our first rehearsal for the next season is at 7.45pm on Thursday 8 September. If you would like any further information about the choir, please contact our Chairman John Morrish on 01923 263939.

Chipperfield Theatre Group - Robinson Crusoe 19 - 20 January 2012

Chipperfield Theatre Group is pleased to announce that its next Pantomime will be ROBINSON CRUSOE. The script is packed with loads of tropical island fun – there’s Robinson and Friday, pirates, strange natives, a shipwreck and tons of fun and mayhem! All the ingredients for the perfect pantomime. So now is the time to take the plunge and join us for this next production! There will be a read through of the pantomime on 29 September, Flaunden Village Hall, 7.45pm. The auditions are on 3 October, Chipperfield Village Hall, 7.45pm. Whether you fancy being on stage or helping backstage, why not come along and meet us? If you would like to know more then please call our Membership Secretary, Melanie on 07752 515683

Herts Open Studios

Once again two Chipperfield artists will be opening their studios to the public during September. Graham Boyd, Blackapple, 54 Scatterdells Lane will be showing his latest abstract acrylics, large and small. 10-11, 16-18 September from 2-6pm. www.grahamboyd.co.uk Dick Onians will be showing wood, stone, metal and resin mostly abstract sculptures at Wayside, next to The Cart and Horses,Commonwood., 10-11, 15-18 September 12-5pm. Also showing in Sarratt will be Mudlarks and Tracy Ford at the White Cottage almost next to The Boot for most of the month (ex Mon or Fri) 10-3pm, Sun 11am-3pm. Free brochures featuring the whole of the Countywide events can be picked up in libraries, garden centres and local shops. The Open Studios create an unique opportunity for artists and craftspeople to interact with the public in the relaxed informality of studios and workshops

Horticultural Society Talk

On Monday 27 June Maria Coote RHS Dip.Hort. gave a talk on pest and diseases in the Small Hall. Her very informative talk, together with samples and specimens, gave her enthralled audience plenty to think about. Before coffee and biscuits were served following this talk, she answered numerous questions put to her by a large

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audience. Maria has kindly agreed to give more talks in 2012, full details of which will be in printed in Chipperfield News next year.

Village People

Ann and Tony Soanes would like to thank all their friends for the kindness and good wishes they received on the occasion of their Golden Wedding in June. A thank you from Audrey Robinson to the many who attended and contributed to a Coffee Morning held on 20 July in aid of The Hospice of St Francis. It was an enjoyable event and raised £266.20. After 25 years or so living in Kings Lane, Muriel and Bob Samworth are moving in August to live near their daughter in Cheltenham. Muriel was involved in many aspects of village life and is famous for the wonderful cakes she made for many occasions. She was also responsible for setting up Chipperfield Care in 1989. We shall miss Muriel and Bob but wish them happiness in their new home. Mrs Margaret Rogers gave an excellent illustrated talk to the Chipperfield Evening W.I. at their July meeting. She had undertaken a car journey along the north coast of Australia and her slides showed the variety of animals and plants, and resting places for the night, experienced on the trip. She also commented on some of the beliefs and culture of the aborignal people

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