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Added 25 March

A date for your Diaries

Saturday 5th September

The Village Show returns with a theme guaranteed to put a smile on kids of all ages. The Editors toy robot from 1966-ish still in working order may even make an appearance!

Check out our website for the latest info and watch for the publication of the competetition classes later in the spring/early summer.

Aunty Ems, Only in the Galleria on the Green, Silver Hill

Council Tax 2026/27 – Explanation of Parish Council costs

Now that the Council Tax demand for 2026/27 has been issued, it’s a great opportunity to share how the Parish Council’s portion—the Precept—supports and enhances our community.

Each year, the Council reviews the services we provide and sets a budget that allows us to maintain and improve them for residents. For 2026/27, the Precept has increased by 3.85%, which represents an annual cost of £94.85 for a Band D property—around just £1.82 per week.

This modest increase ensures we can continue delivering valuable services despite rising costs. It also enables us to invest in areas that directly benefit the village, including:

Specialist planning advice, essential as we respond to an unusually high number of major planning applications that affect our community’s future.

Funding for a free parking trial at Blizzards Yard, supporting local businesses and improving accessibility for visitors and residents alike.

We’re committed to using every pound responsibly to keep Chalfont St Giles a thriving, welcoming place to live.

If you have any questions about this year’s budget or how Parish funds are used, please get in touch at clerk@chalfontstgiles-pc.gov.uk.

Free Sunday Parking at Blizzards Yard Car Park

The Parish Council is delighted to share some exciting news: from 1 April, parking at Blizzards Yard Car Park will be completely FREE every Sunday!

We’re launching this as a six‑month trial, giving us the chance to understand the true costs before deciding whether to make it a permanent benefit for our community.

Don’t forget — you’ll still enjoy one hour of free parking on weekdays, too!

This initiative is supported through the precept, which is the portion of your council tax that helps fund Parish Council services.

A quick reminder: please continue to enter your details into the parking machine whenever you park at Blizzards Yard. Mobile apps can also be used to access the free parking, though free parking via the apps will not go live until after 10 April.

We hope this makes visits to the village even more enjoyable — whether you’re popping to the shops, meeting friends, or exploring everything Chalfont St Giles has to offer!

Helen Griffiths

Clerk to Chalfont St Giles Parish Council

Tel: 01753 890517

email: clerk@chalfontstgiles-pc.gov.uk

www.chalfontstgiles-pc.gov.uk

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Vache Baroque Young Ambassadors 2026

Applications are now open for the Vache Baroque 2026 Young Ambassadors Scheme. Vache Baroque ambassadors are young people aged 16–19 who lead and make change in the arts. Through the scheme, Young Ambassadors gain hands-on experience in an arts organisation and help to shape the future of Vache Baroque.

The programme runs from May to October 2026, with eight meetings and workshops that will help young people to plan and execute their own project as part of our Summer Festival in August. We are looking for creative young people based in Bucks who are passionate about bringing change in the arts. You don’t need any formal qualifications or any previous experience with baroque music. If you are keen to get involved and learn more about the creative industries, we want you!

Applications will close on Sunday 19 April, with interviews taking place on Saturday 25 April. Learn more on our website

Added 19 March

Village History, in Pictures

Chalfont St Giles - Village History, in Pictures - Friday 17 April, 7pm, CSG Memorial Hall

Please join us for an illustrated history of Chalfont St Giles, researched and presented by local author, historian and storyteller, Tony Ferguson.

Between 1945 and 1950, Pathé News photographer Wally Newton captured Chalfont St Giles on camera. Decades later, he returned to record villagers’ memories and family photos, creating a remarkable visual archive, much of which will be presented as part of this talk.

Together with more photos and stories from local people, contemporary newspaper reports and online research, the rich history of 20th century Chalfont St Giles will be brought to life with a touch of nostalgia and a few surprises!

Refreshments will be available and tickets are just £5 each. Please email info@friendsofchalfontstgilesparishchurch.co.uk for further information or to reserve tickets (or be sent a payment link). Tickets can also be purchased by using the QR codes on the attached leaflet, or call Ann Newcombe on 01494 873343. This wonderful event is a fundraiser for the Friends of the Church. Thank you, as ever, for your support.

Dress Ring Found

Found in Vache Lane on morning of 15 March a dress ring. If yours, please send description so we can return it.

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A Walk for Women has been organised by one of our local Police Community Support Officers to promote women’s safety.

During the walk around the village, which will take around 40 - 45 minutes, some female officers will discuss women’s safety with those on the walk.

Meet on Chalfont St Giles village green at 6pm on Thursday, 2 April.

Added 11 March

✨Have You Tried PILATES? ✨

🧘🏻‍♀️ Pilates is a gentle yet effective way to improve your alignment, flexibility, core strength and overall fitness, helping you move better and feel stronger in everyday life.

😊 Join our friendly, small Pilates class where you’ll receive plenty of guidance and support.

✔️ Suitable for beginners, improvers and experienced practitioners

🕘 Thursdays – 9:00am

📍Chalfont St Giles Memorial Hall

Come along and give it a go!

Easy booking system.

📞 Call 07502441818 to book your space or to have a chat and find out more.

This year’s Literary Festival kicks off on 5th May and runs until 17th May. We have some wonderful speakers for you on a range of topics: authors discussing their ‘murderous’ plots, ECO clothing, AI, crop circles, social history, ancient treasures, church architecture, Red Brigades, assisted dying, health and two accounts of the actions of wartime people. We also look forward to a lively musical evening which will give you a chance to sing along and even get up and dance!

Tickets are available from the Festival website or at the Chalfont St Giles Community Library.

I attended Andy Thomas's talk a few years back. Very interesting if you're open to out of the box thinking! Ed.

The Misbourne Patient Bulletin – March

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Added 4 March