This month, we interviewed the very lovely Claire Coutinho, MP for East Surrey and resident of Bletchingley. Early riser, self-confessed maths nerd and champion of the local high street, Claire tells us how she got into politics and what a typical day entails. Initially published in the Limpsfield Parish News, here’s the full, unabridged version…
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We are back into Lockdown and while many people are still going about their daily business, with schools and colleges all still open, there will be some people who need assistance with shopping, prescriptions and other supplies during this period. Here is the latest information for local residents during this time.
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Limpsfield’s Memorial Stores team is looking for an enthusiastic and customer focused person to join their merry band from Monday 4th January, working 7am – 9.30am daily, from Monday to Saturday.
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If your children are looking for a creative outlet at the moment, get out the pencils/pens and paper, because The Friends of Limpsfield Common are running a Christmas Card competition for children aged 4-11 years, with the theme for 2020 being Wildlife at Christmas.
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Due to Covid-19 restrictions, there will not be a Remembrance parade or service at St Peter’s Church this year, however St Peter’s will be hosting an online/virtual Remembrance Sunday Service with contributions from the Limpsfield Royal British Legion and the Oxted Band.
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As many of you may have heard, or seen on social media, our much loved fancy dress shop, Fancier Dress is closing its doors after Halloween this year. We caught up with owner, Lucy Moore, to find out what to expect in October.
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Below is an update from the National Trust on the animal houses at Ridland’s Grove, Limpsfield Common regarding a temporary closure to the public of some of the houses…
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We are incredibly lucky to have Limpsfield Common on our doorstep. This beautiful area of ancient common on the Greensand Ridge is owned by the National Trust and a mixture of heathland, woodland and open space, enjoyed by walkers, riders, golfers, cyclists, children and adults alike.
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This year’s Limpsfield in Bloom marks the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain and while many people may not think of Limpsfield as being at the heart of WWII, as one former resident, the late Patrick Garnett, recalls, it certainly saw its fair share of action in the 1940 battle of the skies…
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This week, with our eateries and drinkeries re-opening, we look forward to things slowly back to normal around Limpsfield. As published in the latest (online) version of the Parish News, let’s give a big clap for those Limpsfield businesses who were able to adapt to stay open in one way or another over Lockdown…
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