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Political activity in Victorian Haslingfield

With the local elections almost upon us, it might be fitting to have a look at politics in the village 130 or so years ago.

All of the reported activity seems to have been around the Conservative Party. If the Liberals were active, there is no trace of it in the newspaper cuttings from that time. A Conservative Association was planned in the barn of Willow Farm in November 1885. Continue reading Political activity in Victorian Haslingfield

Haslingfield Youth Football Team on Verge of League Title

This Tuesday evening will see the village’s youth football team win the league if they win their match against Red Lodge. Haslingfield Colts Under 12’s FC play Red Lodge on Haslingfield Rec, kick-off is 6.30pm this Tuesday 1st May. We would like as many people as possible to come along and support the team on what could be a very special occasion. Continue reading Haslingfield Youth Football Team on Verge of League Title

Next Village Society Talk

It Shouldn’t Happen to a Vet – BUT IT HAS!
John Grieve of the Cambridge Veterinary Group will speak of adventures and misadventures during his career.  This promises to be a humorous and interesting evening, to which all are welcome.  Tuesday April 17,  Haslingfield Village Hall,  8:00 PM.   Members and school aged children free, small charge for adult visitors.  Refreshments  included.