Epsom and Ewell Times

2nd April 2026 weekly

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2nd April 2026

Community Education

Local girl made good. The rise of NESCOT’s Julie Kapsalis

Local girl made good. The rise of NESCOT’s Julie Kapsalis

Julie Kapsalis, CEO and Principal at Nescot college in Epsom, has achieved a remarkable trio of prestigious awards – including an MBE –  in recognition of her leadership, dedication, and … Read More

Business Council Planning

Caterham will try to force a rental of long empty Post Office

Caterham will try to force a rental of long empty Post Office

A long-empty post office building in the heart of Caterham could finally be brought back into use under new council powers despite concerns over cost, risk and whether it will … Read More

Environment News

Climate emergency comes to Epsom

Climate emergency comes to Epsom

A community screening of a national climate film is set to take place in Epsom next month, bringing together residents, councillors and community groups to explore what the climate and … Read More

Football Sports

Penalty Drama Caps Epsom Salts’ Triumph

Penalty Drama Caps Epsom Salts’ Triumph

Epsom & Ewell FC 2 v Guildford City 1 – Combined Counties Premier Division South- 28th March -Spectrum Football Ground Epsom & Ewell went into the match knowing that victory … Read More

Council Policing Transport

Box Hill’s Zig Zag Road Leads to Straight Ban on Antisocial Riding

Box Hill’s Zig Zag Road Leads to Straight Ban on Antisocial Riding

Motorcyclists near Box Hill are being targeted despite the “vast majority” who visit the Surrey beauty spot being “considerate people who behave respectfully”. A Public Spaces Protection Order is being … Read More

Community Health Letters

Local Councillors react to hospital merger idea

Local Councillors react to hospital merger idea

From Councillors Eber Kington (RA) and Steven McCormick (RA) Dear Editor, Your article of 26th March exposing the plans by Epsom and St Helier University Hospital Trust to merge with St … Read More

Community Council Sports

Epsom’s Rainbow Centre former operators drive up Leatherhead Leisure Centre visitor numbers

Epsom’s Rainbow Centre former operators drive up Leatherhead Leisure Centre visitor numbers

BBC reports: Visitor numbers are booming at Leatherhead Leisure Centre on the back of major investment to rebuild the site’s reputation, staffing, and facilities. GLL Leisure (former Rainbow Centre contractors) … Read More

Business Education Transport

Surrey University designs new long-life battery

Surrey University designs new long-life battery

A new battery design that could significantly extend the range of electric vehicles and the lifespan of portable electronics has been developed by researchers at the University of Surrey’s Advanced Technology Institute … Read More

Arts Culture

Epsom Chamber Choir spring bridge across the centuries

Epsom Chamber Choir spring bridge across the centuries

What a glorious evening of music there was to be enjoyed last Saturday night (21st March) in St Martin’s Church, Epsom, with the Epsom Chamber Choir accompanied by Affinity Chamber … Read More

Council Education

£200 sports bursary launched for Epsom & Ewell teenagers

£200 sports bursary launched for Epsom & Ewell teenagers

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council has launched a new bursary scheme aimed at helping young people overcome financial barriers to taking part in sport. The “Access to Activity” bursary offers … Read More

Council Social care

Carers “left with nowhere to turn” after Surrey cuts support services?

Carers “left with nowhere to turn” after Surrey cuts support services?

Charity warns of risks to 1,500 carers as safety net withdrawn A Surrey charity has warned that unpaid carers across the county are being pushed “beyond breaking point” following the … Read More

Community Foodbank

Energy debt fears rise as Epsom’s Good Company’s support steps up

Energy debt fears rise as Epsom’s Good Company’s support steps up

Rising energy costs could push more households into debt this year, with local support services warning of growing pressure on low-income families. Good Company (Surrey), which runs the Epsom & … Read More

Council Elections

Epsom & Ewell voters urged to prepare for historic Surrey elections

Epsom & Ewell voters urged to prepare for historic Surrey elections

Residents in Epsom & Ewell are being urged to “get ready to vote” ahead of major local government elections on Thursday 7 May 2026, which will shape how the borough … Read More

Epsom Hospital to “merge” with St Georges in Tooting?

Health News

Epsom Hospital to “merge” with St Georges in Tooting?

A major NHS reorganisation affecting Epsom residents appears to have been approved behind closed doors, with no public announcement or consultation to date. Information shared with the Epsom and Ewell … Read More

Business News

Mayor opens Primark in Epsom

Mayor opens Primark in Epsom

Primark has opened a major new store in Epsom’s Ashley Centre, drawing large crowds on its first day and appearing to confirm earlier predictions by the Epsom and Ewell Times … Read More

Fennies Epsom Continues To Support Local Families As Demand For Quality Childcare Grows

Business Education News

Fennies Epsom Continues To Support Local Families As Demand For Quality Childcare Grows

Established Fennies nursery on 1a Hook Road, Epsom, KT19 8TH, strengthens its role in the community while a new Fennies setting opens nearby in Cheam. For families across Epsom, access … Read More