This weekend (9-11/8) just a short walk across the river from Milton in the grounds of the Plough and Fleece at Horningsea the fourth annual Greenstage free festival takes place gathering over 40 great bands and solo artists. It features an eclectic line up of artists from all over the region … plus workshops for […]
Author: Paul Oldham
Milton Produce Show
The Milton Produce Show is little more than a month away, on Sunday, 8th September as part of ‘s Food,Farming & Countryside Event. The show’s website has been updated with the new schedule and entry form. The photography classes have changed but all others remain the same as last year. This is, as always, intended […]
The Pong
The sewage works “pong” was back with a vengeance last weekend and we need some concerted action to remind Anglian Water that they have a problem. The parish council web site has a page explaining how to complain and Mark on the milton-chat mailing list also suggested phoning the Environment Agency Incident Hotline. So if […]
More damage at All Saints’
It appears the road outside All Saints’ church in Church Lane is becoming a turning point by drivers who are not taking due care and attention. You may remember that recently a vehicle reversed into the brick pier holding the iron gate causing considerable and expensive damage to the pier and wall. It has now […]
Warning to River Cam users
The Environment Agency and the Conservators of the River Cam have warned people not to use a stretch of river this week while work is done to increase oxygen levels in the water for fish. Earlier this week, around 300 fish were found dead in the River Cam near Milton. The cause of the deaths […]
Milton Tai Chi Group
The Milton Tai Chi Group has a new beginners class starting on Tuesday (6/8) in the Milton Community Centre Annexe from 7:40 to 9:10pm. Tai Chi is a gentle exercise suitable for all ages. Come and try it out. For further information contact Harmony on yizhongtaiji@gmail.com or 01223 845069.
Card skimming from Milton Tesco ATM
The ATM at Milton Tesco had a card skimming device attached to it on Wednesday. You can find the full story, including photos of similar devices and advice on how to avoid getting caught out, in this post on the Policing in South Cambridgeshire blog.
Pair Convicted of Brutal Murder of Chittering Pensioner
Two burglars who bludgeoned a pensioner to death in his own home have been convicted of his murder. Gary Smith, 21, and Frankie Parker, 26, attacked retired farmer Llywelyn Thomas, 76, while they were raiding his home in Ely Road, Chittering, on 17th December, 2011. After killing him, the pair left with a number of […]
Creative Movements Workshops for Children
Creative Movements workshops for children are starting week commencing Monday, 22nd July in . They will be exploring different stories through dance, movement, storytelling and art work to take home. Performance for parents on the final day! ‘The Gruffalo’ Monday 22nd July 10am-12pm ‘Sleeping Beauty’ Tuesday 23rd July 10am-12pm ‘Charlie and the Chocolate factory’ 5th-7th […]
White Horse Beer Festival
The are holding their third beer festival from Wednesday (4/9) to Sunday (8/9). At least 21 real ales and many ciders. Free entrance. For the first year they will have entertainment supporting local singers’ bands on the Friday and Saturday evenings. There will be many tasty dishes on offer from the kitchen as always and […]