Epsom and Ewell Times

30th April 2026

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30th April 2026

Council Editorial Elections

East Surrey Council, an election that calls for distinction?

East Surrey Council, an election that calls for distinction?

As voters in Epsom and Ewell prepare to elect representatives to the new East Surrey Unitary Council on 7th May, two unfolding controversies raise a broader question: how should voters … Read More

Council News

Dalton and Dallen double-down disclosure denial

Dalton and Dallen double-down disclosure denial

Two senior Residents Association Epsom and Ewell Borough Council figures have refused to answer questions from Epsom and Ewell Times, both claiming pre-election restrictions under the Local Government Act 1986 … Read More

Council Elections

Epsom & Ewell Times Hosts East Surrey Election Hustings at NESCOT

Epsom & Ewell Times Hosts East Surrey Election Hustings at NESCOT

Residents from across the borough gathered at NESCOT on Wednesday evening for a wide-ranging East Surrey unitary council election hustings, hosted by Epsom and Ewell Times and chaired by local … Read More

Crime Environment Volunteers

Cleaning up crime hotspot in Epsom

Cleaning up crime hotspot in Epsom

Last weekend, volunteers from Rotary, local residents’ groups and community organisations gathered behind Epsom Centre to clean a small alleyway that has become a hotspot for litter and anti-social behaviour … Read More

Community Faith Volunteers

150KG in Two Hours: Volunteers contribute to Epsom’s clean environment

150KG in Two Hours: Volunteers contribute to Epsom’s clean environment

Volunteers from the World Mission Society Church of God carried out a community clean-up in Epsom on Sunday 26 April, collecting over 150kg of litter in just two hours. 41 … Read More

Council Elections

Have Your Say: Epsom & Ewell Times to Host East Surrey Election Hustings at NESCOT

Have Your Say: Epsom & Ewell Times to Host East Surrey Election Hustings at NESCOT

With one of the most significant changes to local government in a generation fast approaching, residents in Epsom and Ewell will have a rare opportunity to question those seeking to … Read More

Arts Culture

Surrey Open Studios Returns – Discover Artists Near Epsom

Surrey Open Studios Returns – Discover Artists Near Epsom

Art lovers in Epsom and Ewell are being invited to step inside artists’ working spaces this summer as the annual Surrey Artists Open Studios returns from 6th to 21st June … Read More

Community Health

Epsom Family Highlights “Hidden” Loneliness Among Young Adults with Mild Autism

Epsom Family Highlights “Hidden” Loneliness Among Young Adults with Mild Autism

Friendship is one of life’s quiet essentials. It brings variety, confidence, and a sense of belonging. Yet for a growing number of people, that connection is missing. National estimates suggest … Read More

Horse racing Sports

Epsom Racecourse: preview and tips for today’s opening Spring Meeting

Epsom Racecourse: preview and tips for today’s opening Spring Meeting

The Flat season at Epsom is back as the Spring Meeting, the traditional season opener at the track, arrives this afternoon. Six races are slated for the card, kicking off … Read More

Council Elections

East Surrey Political Map

East Surrey Political Map

Surrey’s political map is looking far less predictable than it did five years ago, with Surrey County Council now under no overall control ahead of crucial elections in May 2026. … Read More

Council Elections

Guide to Epsom and Ewell candidates standing in the 7th May East Surrey Unitary Council elections

Guide to Epsom and Ewell candidates standing in the 7th May East Surrey Unitary Council elections

The Epsom and Ewell Times has invited the candidates to submit their personal statements for publication. You can find which division you are voting in by inspecting the reverse side … Read More

Crime News Policing

Police confirm a female’s report of Epsom gang-rape was false

Police confirm a female’s report of Epsom gang-rape was false

In a statement issued by Surrey Police the report by a female of being the victim of rape by several men in Epsom on Saturday 11th April near the Methodist … Read More

Community Sports

Epsom Oddballs Bring Back the 2000 Perch as Beloved Local Race Returns

Epsom Oddballs Bring Back the 2000 Perch as Beloved Local Race Returns

Epsom Oddballs Running Club is bringing back a much-loved local race this summer, as the 2000 Perch returns to Epsom Downs after years away from the Surrey running calendar. Set … Read More

Arts Culture Environment

Living Rivers Exhibition Opens in Epsom

Living Rivers Exhibition Opens in Epsom

“Our rivers bring the community together and inspire people to protect them,” organisers said as the Living Rivers Exhibition officially opened at the Ebbisham Centre this week. The community-led exhibition, … Read More

Football Sports

Epsom & Ewell Through to Cup Quarter-Finals After Shoot-Out Drama

Epsom & Ewell Through to Cup Quarter-Finals After Shoot-Out Drama

Epsom & Ewell FC Sunday progressed to the quarter-finals of the Combined Counties Premier Challenge Cup after a tense 0–0 draw with Sutton Common Rovers was settled by a composed … Read More