John Hampden’s ship-money monument
Author, Derek Lester, gives a preview of his book about the historical importance of Chiltern Society site, the John Hampden monument John Hampden’s monument at Prestwood was erected without ceremony on a date after the 17 June 1893 and before the 25 May 1895 to celebrate John Hampden’s stand against
Simple Guide to Dry Gardening
The Chess Valley is part of the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), a jewel in this already sparkling crown. The valley has a growing reputation as a destination for the public and educational institutions who are keen to experience the breath-taking scenery and study the varied geography and
Chiltern Wildlife
Bee spotting in the Chilterns with Linda Seward. Until I started photographing bees last spring, I had the average person’s interest in them. I enjoyed eating their honey and feared being stung. I regarded their calming buzz as a pleasant note in nature’s spring and summer song. But that was just about the
Smalldean Bridleway Diversion
Chiltern Society raises concerns that change to diversion will put cyclists at risk. When HS2 Act was passed it included a diversion of the Smalldean Bridleway. This has been operating successfully for a number of years and is a busy route for walkers, riders and cyclists. It is part of
Native Chiltern Orchids
Doug Kennedy tells us where they can be found. The natural beech woods and chalk grassland of the Chiltern Hills support the majority of the 53 species of orchid native to the UK. When compared with the spectacular tropical specimens that have become so popular as house plants, our orchids
HS2 biodiversity claims
Charity report questions HS2 biodiversity claims in the Chilterns. Last summer the Wildlife Trusts released a report revealing that HS2 Ltd got its nature figures wrong (webpage) on the claim by HS2 that the project would not result in any overall loss of biodiversity, and which identified several errors in their procedures.
The Great Chiltern Come & Sing
Come & Sing Carmina Burana This new event will be part of the 2024 Chilterns Heritage & Culture Festival, which will take place between 14 and 29 September. It will feature Tring Choral Society and other choral societies and singers from across the Chilterns on Saturday 28 September at Dean’s Hall, Berkhamsted
Looking for Lichens
…in the Chilterns. As winter in the Chilterns edges towards spring, there’s colour to be found where you least expect it. I’m not referring to flowers or the leaves that are now littering the ground. I’m talking about lichens, those crusty, stringy forms that are currently decorating our otherwise bleak
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