The sad passing of HRH Prince Philip has brought more attention to the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, the foundation of which is one of his most notable achievements. The scheme started in 1956 and has been very successful in enhancing the lives of many young people ever since. Open to all 14 to 24 year olds regardless of ability, gender, background or location, the scheme comprises 3 levels – Bronze, Silver and Gold. Each…
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A recipe given to me by my mother in law Christina, who has baked hundreds of these for various WI, Church and parish events, in her home village of Haslingfield, Joy Tod Ingredients 125g (4oz) baking margarine or butter 60g (2oz) semolina 100g (3.5oz) self raising flour 90g (3oz) well flavoured Cheddar cheese, grated Salt and freshly ground black pepper Half level teaspoon dry mustard Cashew nuts for topping Method Set the oven to moderate,…
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Joy says this cake is easy to make and very tasty. A popular recipe from previous editions of the famous BeRo Home Recipe book. Milk Chocolate Cake Ingredients 200g (7oz) Self Raising Flour 225g (8oz) Caster Sugar 1 x 2.5ml spoon (half tsp) Salt 25g (1oz) Cocoa Powder (sieved) 100g (4oz) Butter or Margarine 2 medium Eggs 5 x 15ml spoon (5 tbsp) Evaporated Milk 5 x 15ml spoon (5 tbsp) Water Few drops Vanilla…
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Joy Tod tells us about Phyllis and Andy Cross who had a 10 year adventure away from Littleport! Whilst many of us, after an idyllic holiday, may dream of exchanging our lives for a slower pace, few of us ever achieve the dream. However, Phyllis and Andy Cross of Anchor Court, did just that. After a holiday spent on the hire boat ‘Cameo’ they were hooked on boating and took the massive decision of selling…
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Always a steady hamlet, as with other villages, it’s been quieter on the Drove in recent months, however, some of our community spirited neighbours have stepped forward to offer help during this unsettling time. First was Gavin Vanns, who, immediately lockdown was announced, posted a note through all doors offering help to those who may be self isolating. Julie and Roger Goodson of JR Cars assisted by Richard Tod, rolled up their sleeves and spent…
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The Library Bus visits Black Horse Drove on the third Friday of each month, stopping at the Community Centre between 12.30 – 12.50. It carries over 3,000 items including fiction, non-fiction, large print, books on CD and cassette and books for children of all ages. All are issued for 5 weeks and can be returned to another library if necessary. It is also equipped with a lift for wheelchair access. The service is free to…
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At the end of July/early August, every household in the village will have received a Household Enquiry Form issued by East Cambridgeshire District Council. The information it requests is used to prepare the Electoral Register. It is easy to return the information, either via email, text, Freephone or post. Once the form is returned, any new Electors will receive an ‘Invitation To Register’ to complete. At the end of August and mid-September reminders are posted…
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