Recipe: Wild Mushroom and Truffle Risotto

Recipe: Wild Mushroom and Truffle Risotto

Wild Mushroom and Truffle Risotto A second lockdown means more time to try new recipes. And with truffle season now upon us, what better ingredient to experiment with? Promising a rich, earthy flavour, this indulgent ingredient is incredibly versatile. Shave it onto...

Three classic cocktails for the festive season

Three classic cocktails for the festive season

Three classic cocktails for the festive season During the festive season, make your celebrations extra special with some homemade cocktails. Everyone loves a classic so we’ve chosen three of our favourites. Espresso Martini A real favourite, our espresso martini has a...

Christmas Eve changes ….

Christmas Eve changes ….

CHRISTMAS EVE - CHANGES IN ARRANGEMENTS We had been planning to have an outdoor Crib Service in Sarratt, and an outdoor Carol service in Chipperfield on Christmas Eve, both at 3pm, but in light of the move to Tier 4 we feel that it would be ill-advised to proceed, so...

December Walkies …

December Walkies …

 Dog blogger Sabre: Sabre had a play morning with Winter and Maisie in the woods. He sends all his followers Festive Cheer and a brighter 2021. "Outside is still open - keep walking!!"

Small Acts of Kindness

Small Acts of Kindness

Hi, Junior Journalists here Last week, Thursday 10th  December, we went out to deliver bags to the elderly in Sarratt. We filled their hearts and brought plenty of smiles. They looked very grateful when we gave them their bags to help them get through the Winter. They...

Hero Awards

Hero Awards

Above and Beyond The Hero Awards were presented on Friday 11th to the 16 individuals in the Parish who had been voted for by the Community. Two very worthy recipients were Nicola O'Hare, Head of Sarratt School and Zoe Rodney, Sarratt School Catering Manager. During...

December garden tips

December garden tips

Why we celebrate New Year on January 1st has always puzzled me.  The solstice is on (usually) the 21st of  December (and winter does not start till the 21 December anyway) after which the days get longer.  That is all plants are concerned with, longer days and warmth...

Rain did not stop play for the KGV progress

Rain did not stop play for the KGV progress

A sterling effort was put in Thursday morning to remove the plinth in horrendous weather conditions, everyone certainly went above and beyond in preparation for the new equipment arriving for the playground. Particular thanks go to Tom who managed to blag us a free...