Chess Smarter Water Catchment Project

“Smarter” in the title is about researching issues occurring in the Chess water catchment area. Its focus is on sustainability, what is getting into the water, and what to do about it. Thames Water is funding a major “citizen’s science”...

Events at Chiltern Open Air Museum

The Chiltern Open Air Museum has a packed programme of events and activities over the coming months including the Viking Raid on Sunday 24th and Monday 25th August. Viking Raid at COAM this bank holiday 24th and 25th August Don’t miss the chance to see The...

Rickmansworth Fire Station Open Day

Come along to the Rickmansworth Fire Station Open Day Saturday 20th September 12:00 to 16:00. This is also a chance to meet the Rickmansworth Neighbourhood Policing Team to meet your local officers who are keen to hear about any concerns you have regarding Anti Social...

Hamlet Comes to Watersmeet This October

A dark and atmospheric full-scale staging of Shakespeare’s Hamlet is set to come to Watersmeet on Tuesday 7 October 2025, delivering a powerful blend of ghostly intrigue, emotional depth, and thrilling action. Set in the shadowy medieval court of Denmark, this...

CPC Planning Committee meeting 12th August – Local Plan

On Tuesday, 12th August, Chorleywood Parish Council Planning Committee will consider its response to each of the new sites proposed for the Local Plan. Site Ref: Site Consultation Questions NCFS13 Catlips Farm 27, 28 NCFS14 Land at Homefield Road 29, 30 NCFS15...

Chorleywood enjoys a sunny Village Day

Village Day is always special, and July 12th was no exception. The sun shone, the birds sang and residents and families came out to join in the fun. Our postcards of old Chorleywood were very popular, and Jon Bishop briefed many residents about the 5 new sites put...

Watering and Planting assistance

We hope you’ve been enjoying the beautiful purple array of geraniums, lavender and asters in the village. It’s been heartening to see so many honey bees, bumble bees and lady birds thriving amongst our plants. A big thank you to my wonderful, loyal volunteers and the...

Staying Informed – encourage newsletter sign-ups

In our June newsletter we shared the details of TRDC’s parking consultation. At the end of the article we asked readers to answer a simple question as to whether they were already aware of the four week consultation which was already in its second week. The...

New website for Gade & Chorleywood Health Centres

Following their merger, Gade & Chorleywood Health Centres are delighted to welcome you to their newly launched website! The refreshed design aims to make it easier for you to access the services and information you need quickly, clearly, and conveniently. Home The...