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Royal Parade - learn about the alternative name for this regal street and about its 'French Connection'. Featuring Joanna Friel, Heritage Rep for the Chislehurst Society and filmed by Clare Herriot.

Prickend Pond - In this first of our second series find out where the name Prickend Pond comes from and why it's not actually a pond at all.  Even Michael Jackson gets a mention, listen carefully! Featuring Joanna Friel, Heritage Rep for the Chislehurst Society and...

William Willett... When is Friel on Friday not on a Friday? When it's clock changing weekend! Find out about the untimely death of Chislehurst resident, William Willett and how he never saw the changes he so tirelessly campaigned for. Featuring Joanna Friel, Heritage...

Prince Imperial Monument - hear the sad story of the Prince Imperial and learn about the monuments resurrected by the 'dwellers of Chislehurst' in his memory.  The Chislehurst Society will be hosting a free talk on Thursday 7th July 2.30 at The Methodist Church about...

Camden Place - learn about the  grade 2 * listed jewel in Chislehurst's crown; why should Camden Town residents be pleased with their link to our village and who were the French Posh and Becks of the 1870's! Featuring Joanna Friel, Heritage Rep for the Chislehurst...

The Village Sign - our iconic village emblem, created by local craftsman, John Easden, marks our Tudor links with Scadbury.  It celebrates the first Elizabeth and was erected for the second. Featuring Joanna Friel, Heritage Rep for the Chislehurst Society and filmed...

Belmont Parade - Do the side streets have right royal names and find out about Adolphus Slade and the road named after him in this 'beautiful mountain' suitable for roller skating! Featuring Joanna Friel, Heritage Rep for the Chislehurst Society and filmed by Clare...

Mead Road - find out which Chislehurst School has a link with Claridges and see how much you think it has changed over the years. Featuring Joanna Friel, Heritage Rep for the Chislehurst Society and filmed by Clare...

Farringtons School - Get locked into the history of Farringtons School, learn about its links with Chubb Lock and Safe Company.  The chapel doors are securely in place even though they've come all the way from Australia!  Queen Mary visited in 1925, see the pictures...

Babington House School: learn about the links with Elmstead Woods Station gardens and about the Zeppelin raids seen from the large windows in 1915. Featuring Joanna Friel, Heritage Rep for the Chislehurst Society and filmed by Clare...

The Cockpit: A red white and blue look at our village green today. Find out about Chislehurst's unique feature, The Cockpit and how the former scene of a barbaric sport is now one of community gathering. Featuring Joanna Friel, Heritage Rep for the Chislehurst Society...