Eliza’s great-uncle, Reuben, married into a prosperous local farming family in 1814, when he took the hand of Phoebe Willmott. Tragically, all their four children died – Thomas died of tuberculosis in 1826, Elizabeth of the same disease in the following year, and Reuben junior and Daniel similarly in 1828. In 1831 Reuben senior died, also of TB, leaving Phoebe desolate and without a family. Read more
There will be a meeting of Haslingfield Parish Council at the Village Hall on Monday July 8th 2013 at 7.30pm for the purpose of transacting the following business. Members of the Public and Press are invited to address the Council at the Open Forum. Read more
DID YOU KNOW?
You can make cash withdrawals from all major banks at the Haslingfield VILLAGE SHOP & POST OFFICE. Cheque and cash deposits can also be made, at no charge, into Barclays, Lloyds, Halifax, HSBC/First Direct and Co-op/Smile.
On 21, 22, 23 November, we will be performing the pantomime, ALADDIN. If you are interested in taking part in this very funny modern version by Ben Crocker, do come along to the July Read-Through of the Script, and the Auditions. Read more
The Parish Council has agreed that one shed OR greenhouse could be erected on a garden plot. Max dimensions of either to be a 6 x 4 feet base, which must be of temporary material. In the case of a greenhouse being erected on a plot glazing must be a plastic material NOT GLASS. Find out more in the minutes of the latest meeting of the village’s allotment association below… Read more
Three weeks since the last update and our coffee machine is now up and running! It uses freshly ground fair trade beans and dispenses all the favourites – Americano, espresso, latte, cappuccino and hot chocolate. Each cup retails at £1, so do feel free to pop in for a caffeine fix if you’re passing. Read more
Interested in joining Haslingfield Little Theatre? Why not come along to our AGM at the Village Hall on Thursday 4 July at 8.00 p.m. You will have the chance to find out more about our activities and talk to members. There will also be cheese and wine available after the meeting. www.haslingfieldlittletheatre.co.uk.
I (along with a load of other people no doubt) heard a really loud explosion followed by jet plane noises in the sky this morning. I looked at my watch and it said 11.33 am. I guessed the explosion might be related to the jet plane. I just checked on the internet and found this explanation. Looks like we are still living in the 9-11 era.
Cambridge film maker Actors at Work Productions recently did some shooting in Haslingfield, with our 14th cent. church as the backdrop. The actress in the photographs is Irina Mozo and the actor is Christopher Dane, suitably attired for a village associated with Elizabeth 1st!
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• Saturday 16th November, 10.30am – 2.00pm, Haslingfield Methodist Church
• Apply to book a table (no charge!) grahamkipping@aol.com and support your favourite charity. More details later
This Sunday 16th June Haslingfield Colts FC is holding an open morning on the village Rec from 10.30am. The club is looking to recruit new players for it’s Under 14’s team for next season as well as trying to set up an Under 10’s team.
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If you’ve nothing planned for this Friday, 14 June, why not come to Haslingfield Village Hall at 7.30 p.m. for a real treat on your doorstep! Read more