Transhumance comes to Blissford. Our agricultural correspondent was invited to Bracken cottage on Sunday morning to report on the first of what will become bi-annual movements of the flock (aka Toby and Topsy) from West Mudmer to East Mudmer, via the croquet lawn (isnt two a brace? -Ed). Blissfordians too numerous to mention individually had [...]

Cockerle Gifting
Bracken Cottage finally succumb to peer pressure. Many Blissfordians have commented to us about the lack of some je ne sais quoi which would give completeness to Blissford Garden suburb. What could it be – we have a baby, horses, sheep, many types of plant (although I only know the names of three of [...]

Sara has been concerned that their gifted cockerel was lonely and and Kate was able to supply a small hen called Quasimodo for company. Matters have improved and now Frizzlecock leaves the barn quite happily. Sara is not satisfied with the hen supplied (small and not very pretty – in line for KFC when diverted).

Yewhurst was the venue for a ring side view of the fabulous Fordingbridge fireworks. Squire Enery prepared a reviewing spot and bonfire with mulled wine and sparklers and then the jollied group repaired to elegant dinner in Yewhurst Manor. Pumpkin soup, pheasant ragout and a splendid selection of puds (apple and cardomon tatin!) regaled the [...]

John M.B.E.s excavations (losely disguised as cattle grid installation) have inspired the Colonel to level a vast patio. Mysterious trenches have revealed the site of an ancient Roman villa and spa, and the planting of a double row of fast growing hybrid willows means that naturist activities cannot be excluded.
English Heritage are involved and hope [...]

After a month struggling without a server, the Hillsiders have succumbed.

Hugh has admitted that in amongst his myriad possessions there is a vintage Murder Mystery and has vowed to dust it off and fix a date.

Boonoo: Awful use certificate, planting of 400 willow trees. Planning consent granted.
Waggon Wheels: Early year 2000. Remove boundary fence to Bethlehem Home for Donkeys. Transfer mobile home unit. Return mobile home unit to current position. Replace boundary fence. Planning consent refused.
Brook Farm (1): Replacement of Betty’s original fence posts (now listed).
Brook Farm (2): Display on [...]

Blissford Thursday. Local poet and father of four, whilst walking his people came upon a lost golden labrador early today, The labrador (name withheld ) was in such a distressed condition that it was unable to hear his own name being called, with great presence of mind Nelson quickly took control, calming the labrador and [...]

A cousin of Judes from Canada was walking Hardy on the Forest when he caught sight of an oddly accoutered group trying to follow a small black dog. Debbie remarked especially on the fetching white sans culotte hat worn by one. She was able to ascertain their purpose and sternly borrowing a lead, continued her [...]