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Cedar Chase 40th Anniversary
In 1966, Span Estates built 24 new houses in Taplow. Replacing a run-down old house that had been used as a bible college, the modern architecture of Cedar Chase aroused strong feelings among the existing villagers. Many people in the Society were opposed to the development and to the influx of commuters that it brought. The wheel of time has turned: landscape planting has matured, Cedar Chase residents are active in village affairs, and people have got used to the unconventional design. Employment patterns have changed too: some long-standing residents have retired, and of the rest many have offices at home; only about ten people regularly travel to work. In this issue we celebrate 40 years of Cedar Chase with articles by current and former residents. Post-publication note: There will be an exhibition on Eric Lyons and Span at the RIBA from 9th November to 22nd December.