Background on Fulmer

Fulmer is often described as "the prettiest village in South Bucks" and, indeed, it has won the Buckinghamshire Best Kept Village competition many times. Nestling deep in the beautiful valley of the River Alderbourne, it is also one of the first truly separate villages outside the suburban sprawl of Greater London, with excellent road links into the capital and onto the national motorway network as well as fast access to a choice of rail and underground stations locally.

Protected within the Green Belt and with a Conservation Area at its heart, its charm and character should be preserved for generations to come. It is a magnet for those who appreciate rural calm and lovely country walks, alongside all the advantages of modern-day living.

Yet this tiny village with less than 500 residents is definitely "not just a pretty face". Underneath its peaceful façade of quaint cottages and desirable country residences, there is a vibrant community spirit and a deep, genuine, welcoming friendliness. In Fulmer, you know your neighbours and have ample opportunities to join in with village activities.

Fulmer Family Social Club embraces all Fulmer residents and organises several annual village events, including Fulmer Day on the last Saturday in June, the Bonfire Night fireworks celebrations and the Christmas Party.

Fulmer Night and other special events are organised by the Black Horse pub, which also offers good beer and an excellent restaurant.

Parties, sales, gatherings, meetings and performances take place at the Village Hall while the King George V recreation ground is the focus for sports including football, cricket, tennis and wheelchair tennis. The new Pavilion is also available for private bookings for meetings and parties and the Guide and Scout huts and the allotments are adjacent to it.

St James’ Church is a thriving Anglican parish church in the centre of the village and this also has an active programme of services and events to which all members of the community are very welcome.

Fulmer Infant School, in Alderbourne Lane, is very much at the heart of the community and joins enthusiastically in all village activities. It is a very popular Local Education Authority school for children aged 4-7, taught in three year groups, with about 55-60 children in the whole school.