Local Elections May 2026

Apr 27, 2026

Three Rivers District Council elections are taking place on Thursday, 7th May 2026.  See here for the official notice of election. Remember that you will need to show photo ID when voting in person. See How to vote: Photo ID you’ll need – GOV.UK for...

New Parish Clerk

Apr 27, 2026

Whilst we are sad that the current Parish Clerk / CEO, Sharon Long, has decided to take up a new opportunity that will allow her to reduce her current considerable commute time, we are delighted that it has been announced that Vanessa Rousseau will be taking up the...

Message from Woodoaks Farm about Bottom Wood

Apr 27, 2026

Residents may have noticed and been concerned about trees being felled in Bottom Wood (aka No Dragon Wood). We were concerned also, but reassured by a message from Woodoaks Farm about the works. The trees being felled have been suffering from ash dieback, a disease...

Help garden birds – Feed Seasonally, Feed Safely

Apr 27, 2026

We all want to help birds and make our gardens or outdoor spaces a place where all wildlife can thrive. But some species, such as Greenfinches, are experiencing serious declines because of disease. The good news is that by following advice from the Royal Society for...

Bluebell Bonanza!

Apr 27, 2026

Winter rains have their compensations – this year is a bonanza year for bluebells! Carpenters Wood in Chorleywood, which is one of the few designated ancient woodlands in the UK, has one of the best bluebell woods in the Chilterns! The woodland, located in the...

The March of the Great Affinity Water Main (GAWM)

Apr 27, 2026

In February we told you of Affinity Water’s huge project, laying a new water pipe from Heronsgate to Bovingdon. So far they’ve laid the pipe down Rendlesham Way and along Quickley Lane, and it’s now making its way up Hillside Road. We’re pleased to see...