Monthly Archives: July 2011

The forgotten manuscript heading for the bestseller list

Posted on 27/07/2011 by

A book manuscript that lay forgotten in a cupboard for more than 20 years is today a fast-selling worldwide novel with Barack Obama reportedly owning a copy. This is the story of ‘Chameleon 2012 (Tentacle),’ a political thriller based on … Continue reading →

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There’s something in the air …

Posted on 26/07/2011 by

The amazing ‘Sky Orchestra’ hovered over Chislehurst this evening paying beautiful music to delighted residents. Sky Orchestra is a suite of seven hot air balloons that are flying 500 ft over the capital playing live music. This evening’s performance was … Continue reading →

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Race for speed ace’s cig case

Posted on 21/07/2011 by

A small piece of Chislehurst’s history is to go under the hammer. The cigarette case owned by one-time world land speed record holder and Chislehurst resident Sir Malcolm Campbell will be auctioned in September. The souvenir has attracted significant attention … Continue reading →

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Look out for Hollywood’s A-list on Chislehurst Common

Posted on 17/07/2011 by

A gaggle of Hollywood A-listers – including Michelle Pfeiffer, Robert De Niro and Sienna Miller – will appear on Chislehurst Common at the end of the month as part of a fundraising drive. Okay, so they won’t appear in person, … Continue reading →

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Rec ‘n’ Roll: Dozen acts signed for music festival

Posted on 11/07/2011 by

Twelve acts are confirmed for Chislehurst’s first open air music festival. ‘Chislehurst Rocks’ will be held on 24 September on the Recreation Ground, as part of the ever-growing Chislehurst Festival.

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Green belt safe, says MP. But can he keep his promise?

Posted on 07/07/2011 by

“It is worth emphasising that the Government has absolutely no intention of weakening its commitment to the Green Belt and that the Coalition Agreement’s unequivocal promise to maintain Green Belt protection still stands.” These are the words of Bob Neill, … Continue reading →

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Chislehurst residents urged to object to Biggin Hill expansion

Posted on 04/07/2011 by

Residents of Chislehurst are preparing to object to new Biggin Hill expansion plans. Chislehurst sits beneath the airport’s flightpath and residents fear that the proposals to extend flights for the Olympics are part of a wider plan to expand the … Continue reading →

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