Monthly Archives: June 2011

Capturing order and chaos in the suburbs

Posted on 24/06/2011 by

Her work normally takes her to the wilds of the Scottish Highlands, the Pennines and hiking trails around the world. But for her new exhibition local photographer Caroline Fraser has chosen a more familiar subject – Chislehurst. As part of … Continue reading →

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The 200-year-old pub that will test our MP’s mettle

Posted on 22/06/2011 by

Bob Neill’s triple responsibilities as MP for Chislehurst, planning minister and community pubs minister are set to collide on a street in Bickley in what will be an important test of his “localism” plans. The Widmore Pub in Bickley Street … Continue reading →

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New Biggin Hill plans revealed as MD dismisses local fears

Posted on 21/06/2011 by

Updated 23 June: The new Managing Director of Biggin Hill Airport has urged Bromley Council to discount the concerns of many local residents in a bid to get new expansion plans approved. In a letter to the council, Jenny Munro … Continue reading →

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From Cunehale to Keminghole, the inside story of Kemnal Road

Posted on 18/06/2011 by

Few streets in Chislehurst are steeped in as much history as Kemnal Road. Taking its name from Kemnal Manor, it was first mentioned in deeds in 1250 and referred to the house of Alexander Chomehole. Throughout history the name evolved … Continue reading →

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THE SMITHS? NEW ORDER? NICK CAVE? NO, WHITESTAR

Posted on 16/06/2011 by

The problem with new bands is that they get stuck with labels; likenesses to well-known artists that at best they only vaguely resemble. Local band Whitestar is a good example. If you believe the critics they sound like Nick Cave, … Continue reading →

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TRUST ADMITS SHORTCOMINGS AFTER A&E CLOSURE

Posted on 14/06/2011 by

Updated 15 June: The NHS Trust responsible for healthcare at Queen Mary’s Hospital has admitted to shortcomings following the closure of the A&E last year. Earlier this month we revealed how ambulance drivers were turned away by the hospital’s Urgent … Continue reading →

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WINE, WENSLEYDALE AND WORMS: MARKET MAKES DEBUT

Posted on 11/06/2011 by

Chislehurst’s farmers’ market had a successful debut today as shoppers took advantage of the fresh organic produce on sale. Breads, preserves, meats, Kent wines, veg, chocolates, cheeses, fresh meat, plants and even worm-produced compost were on sale on the new … Continue reading →

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TAKE A PEEK INTO CHISLEHURST’S PRIVATE GARDENS

Posted on 10/06/2011 by

This weekend is your second opportunity to have a poke around some of the Chislehurst’s finest private gardens.

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CHISLEHURST’S FIRST FARMERS’ MARKET TAKES SHAPE

Posted on 03/06/2011 by

Plans for Chislehurst’s first famers’ market are shaping up with eight stallholders already secured for the opening and a further five in the pipeline. The first market – to be held in the car park between Mountain View and Davina … Continue reading →

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