Dedicated Village Website Here Local Links, Clubs, History etc.
Added 28 May
It's that time of year that we need all the cups and trophies returned to us resdy for this year's show on the 6th September.
If you won a cup in 2023 can you please return it to The Hub in Chalfont St Peter please.
The Hub, Church Lane Chalfont St Peter, SL9 9RF
Added 21 May
E-bikes not allowed in Hodgemoor
Further to recent incidents in Hodgemoor Woods between Seer Green and Chalfont St Giles and enquiries from members of the public, we publish here the law which prohibits e-bikes in these Woods. There are severe penalties for breech. Click here for details.
Location: Chalfont St Giles (remote position with occasional on site working required) Responsible to: Director and trustees of Milton’s Cottage Trust Hours: 12-18 hours per month (flexible working schedule at postholder’s discretion) Rate: £5,000 per annum (either freelance or PAYE)
Overview As Treasurer of Milton’s Cottage, you will be a key member of a small charity (annual turnover approx. £50,000 / annum) with responsibility for overseeing its financial affairs, safeguarding its financial viability and ensuring that proper records and procedures are maintained.
Key Responsibilities •Undertaking all day-to-day bookkeeping (approx. 1500 entries / annum), financial administration, payments and banking •Liaising with payroll contractor to process staff payments and PAYE contributions •Completing and filing required returns with HMRC (Corporation Tax and Gift Aid) •Developing annual budgets in collaboration with trustees and staff •Presenting financial reports to the board of trustees at quarterly meetings •Preparing annual financial statements and liaising with the independent examiner •Ensuring proper records are kept and effective financial procedures are in place •Monitoring and reporting on the financial health of the charity to ensure its financial resources meet its present and future needs (and that an appropriate reserves policy is met) •Providing the trustees with support in order that they may discharge their financial, legal and constitutional duties within accepted accounting practice
Person Specification We are seeking applicants from varied backgrounds who are able to demonstrate:
•Relevant qualifications and / or experience in accountancy, finance, book-keeping or business •Knowledge and understanding of charity finance and accounting issues •Experience of Xero or similar accounting software •Experience of Microsoft Office 365 applications. •Ability to identify problems and provide solutions •Ability to work as part of a small team with a flexible and positive approach
Application Process To apply for the role of Treasurer please send a copy of your CV and a short letter outlining your interest in and suitability for this role to director@miltonscottage.org. The deadline for applications is 5pm on 23rd May 2025.
About Milton’s Cottage Milton’s Cottage is the only surviving residence of the visionary poet and parliamentarian, John Milton, and the place where he complete his epic masterpiece Paradise Lost. It is a registered charity and has been open to the public as a museum since 1887. It houses an internationally important collection of Milton’s work as well as a literary garden, planted with trees, flowers and fruits referenced in his poetry.