5th November 2026
Epsom’s silent firework display seeks public home
Epsom radio founder hopes vintage fireworks will spark a museum Thousands of vintage British fireworks collected by Epsom-born Radio Jackie founder Tony Collis could one day help preserve the history … Read More
Surrey’s ancient woods among England’s richest – at risk?
New BBC analysis shows Surrey is home to some of the densest concentrations of ancient woodland in England, as conservation groups warn that the drive to build 1.5 million homes … Read More
Horsham spooked by Sutton & Epsom hat-trick
Sutton and Epsom RFC 43 Horsham 26. Saturday 31st October. Rugby Lane Spookily, in the annals of Sutton and Epsom RFC league history, there have only been two previous occasions … Read More
What are the benefits of a Surrey Mayor? MP asks
Guildford’s MP says she is “concerned” at the lack of public consultation over the introduction of an elected mayor in Surrey. Liberal Democrat Zöe Franklin told the Local Democracy Reporting … Read More
Drawing conclusions from Epsom and Ewell FC’s one pointer
Chipstead 1–1 Epsom & EwellFC. 31st October 2026. NRT Stadium, High Road, Chipstead. Combined Counties Premier League South. Attendance: 93. The Salts had to settle for a point at Chipstead … Read More
A Surrey Mayor is on the horizon
Surrey is on the verge of getting its own elected mayor like those in Greater Manchester and the West Midlands, according to plans announced in the Budget today. Chancellor John … Read More
Oxshott weighs in with traffic control camera
A Surrey village is set to get a new traffic camera to protect its streets from heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) following a residents’ petition – although many believe this measure … Read More
Christmas Magic is Bourne Again
Bourne Hall will launch its Christmas celebrations on Saturday 28 November with a day of family entertainment culminating in the switching on of its festive lights. Santa’s Grotto will open … Read More
Dorah May Hancock prepares to retire after eleven years supporting Epsom and Ewell’s older residents
A face you never fail to see at all Epsom and Ewell community and charity events. Dorah May Hancock is preparing to retire after more than eleven years as Chief … Read More
Free Local Activity Club Heralds New Epsom & Banstead Home Care Service
Three friends are launching a free local activity club in November, followed by the launch of a new home care service in Epsom and Banstead. Emmanuel Perez, his wife Lelane, … Read More
Council Council constitution Editorial
Plus ça change …… will this openness last?
East Surrey’s open cabinet: a new culture or a honeymoon? There is something refreshing about a council cabinet meeting at which the outcome does not appear to have been settled … Read More
East Surrey Cabinet member will not be moved, but school will be
A leading East Surrey councillor has defended his dissent over a major school move decision after the opposition leader suggested he should “consider his position” in cabinet. The shadow authority’s … Read More
Epsom’s Laine Academy opens new studios
Young performers in Epsom have a new place to dance, sing and take to the stage following the opening of Laine Academy’s studios at Parkside House. The academy, which offers … Read More