The Society was formed in 2003 by people believe that it is important towork to ensure the village was improved rather than be spoiled by inappropriate development.

By affiliating to the Civic Trust it has a stronger voice. Government guidance to local authorities on conservation areas and listed buildings says: "Many local amenity societies affiliated to the Civic Trust, and local branches of the national societies, work closely with their local authorities to secure conservation objectives. The Secretaries of State attach particular importance to the activities of the voluntary sector in heritage matters, and hope that local authorities will work in close co-operation with national and local amenity bodies and draw on their expertise to the full."

Membership is open to everyone.

The officers (subject to confirmation) are:

Chairman: Chris McAleer Tel 01728 860893

Secretary: Andrew Grant-Adamson Tel 01278 861601 email a.d.adamson@jour.city.ac.uk

The treasurer has been forced to resign by illness and a replacement is being sought.