Hello Everyone, It’s wonderful to have The Green Man open inside and taking reservations once again! (email to book: thegreenmanthriplow@PROTECTED) Of course there are still many restrictions placed on our offering and rules to abide by, and so our service is a little different than before. We have an online ordering system, with ordering being done through our website, and we don’t lean over your table to drop off your food and drinks, instead placing them on a ‘drop table’ nearby for you to collect. I believe these p ...Continue Reading

*St George’s Church * *Christmas bring and buy Stall * *Friday 11th December* *9am -11am* *Outside the village Hall. * *Come and find that elusive Christmas Gift, The Church Flower team will be making Christmas table decorations for sale. If you would like to pre order and discuss any specific requirements then please give Annie Eccles a ring on 01763 208100 . Look forward to see you there.* ...Continue Reading

Please remember to renew your entry into the shop's 150 Club lottery.  The first draw of the new year will take place in the next week so make sure your ball has a chance of being picked.  Just £15 for the next twelve months of entries with £110 every month in prizes. This is a really important fundraiser for the shop.  If you want me to take your entry from a prepay account held at the shop, please reply to this email and I will do that for you. If you have already renewed or have newly jo ...Continue Reading

*Thriplow villagers, John Deed and Sean MacGarry, have just published a book of limericks called “The A to Z of Country Limericks”. There is a limerick featuring a country for each letter of the alphabet (including a bit of poetic licence when we get to “X”!). In addition, there is a sprinkling of facts about each country “visited” that might stimulate the enquiring mind! Suitable for young and old alike, these nonsense rhymes are complemented with superb colourful cartoon illustrations by Sean. You can be among the fi ...Continue Reading

I have been asked to circulate this update to the Manor Farm planning application.  Comments to be in by 19 November.  I believe it is a traffic report that has been added. ...Continue Reading

Hello Thriplow! Hope you are all doing well and staying safe. Just to keep you all in the loop of what Team Green Man and Chequers are up to... We are now offering both delivery and pick up from The Backdoor Bistro at The Chequers Thursday-Saturday: 5-9PM Sunday: 12-3:30PM (with roasts available) At the moment we are offering delivery to Thriplow, Fowlmere, Newton, Foxton, Heathfield & Flint Cross The menu is uploaded on our website on the Monday for the week ahead, with dishes changing regularly. 5 pint bag in ...Continue Reading

Hi everyone, Christmas is coming! Although it might not be the most wonderful of Christmasses, Thriplow Village Shop will try to help the season along as best as we can.  We have the following news for you… [*]Our Christmas raffle starts next Monday, the usual phantasmagoria of prizes will be ready to be won, please buy your tickets from the shop. [*]We have a sample of the Tower of Treats in the shop already.  These are popular so if you want one/some, please place your order and we’ll get them in stock f ...Continue Reading

John found a Santander debit card and a My waitrose card in Church St yesterday. Please get in touch with him if you have lost them. His mobile is 07929 370916. He has informed Santander Bank, but it may take a few days for them to respond. Thanks Angela ...Continue Reading

Hi all, *_Support for Heathfield and Thriplow during COVID-19 second wave_* Our community spirit is very strong so please look after each other at this worrying time. Your first responsibility is for you to look after your family, your friends and your neighbours. We are reactivating our plans and services for those who may have to self isolate or need help in other ways. Below are some contact numbers where you can access help and support. Also attached is information about the services you can access through the sho ...Continue Reading

*A message from St Georges Church and the Parish council* *Remembrance Sunday 8th November * We are delighted to let you know that having now had full guidance from the Government we are able to hold an *Act Of Remembrance at the war memorial at 10.50 am on Sunday 8th September. *However, this will be a much smaller event than usual. Those allowed to attend are: local councillors, church leaders, people representing the Royal British Legion, members of the armed forces, veterans of the armed forces, and/or their repre ...Continue Reading