Many older Chipperfield residents can remember the days when a good deal of Chipperfield Common was heathland. Unfortunately with the cessation of grazing and wartime neglect, virtually all of this heathland has been lost. However, remnants remain and already the Countryside Management Service can report good success in its attempts to help the heather to regenerate by clearing away scrub and gorse from certain areas of the Common. They are holding a further working party in this area from 10 am to 3.30 pm on Wednesday 24 March and local helpers will be welcome. If you would like to help, the meeting point is at the car park by the cricket pitch at 10.00 am. Please confirm that there has been no late change of date on 01727 848168.