Val Biro (1921–2014) — illustrator, artist, and author — brought the charming tales of Gumdrop the old car to life, inspired by Chesham and its people. Born in Budapest, he fled to London in 1939, later settling in Chesham in 1955. He illustrated over 400 books, designed more than 3,000 covers, and worked with Radio […]
Please note revised date Unfortunately, we had to postpone our meeting on Thursday 27 March after YourChesham went to print. However, we are pleased to announce that Dr Wendy Morrison, Heritage and Archaeology Manager, Chiltern National Landscape, will be our guest speaker at our next meeting at 7:30pm on Thursday 10 April in the tiered […]
Registered charity number: 1083213 Replies to secretary@cheshamsociety.org.uk Members are invited to receive the report of the officers and accounts for the year ending 31 December 2024 at the Society’s Annual General Meeting to be held at 19:30 on Thursday 23 January 2025 in the Council Chamber, Chesham Town Hall. Nominations are invited for members to serve […]