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Friends of Horton Cemetery influence law reform
A local Epsom charity’s campaign to protect a forgotten cemetery appears to have helped shape national thinking on burial law reform. The Friends of Horton Cemetery (FoHC), based in Epsom, … Read More
Stable Visit Opens Doors on Epsom Downs
Residents were given a rare glimpse behind the scenes of one of Epsom’s most picturesque racing yards as a community visit brought locals face-to-face with the daily life of a … Read More
Epsom man runs marathons in memory of sister who died from epilepsy
Barry Ahearn, 45, is running one of the world’s most famous marathons in memory of his younger sister, Abbie, who passed away just three months before her 30th birthday in 2023. … Read More
Information on Epsom and Ewell Council’s perished parishes plan blocked on cost
A dispute between a resident and Epsom & Ewell Borough Council over the conduct of its Community Governance Review (CGR) has escalated, despite the Council’s decision to abandon plans for … Read More
Getting to the bottom of Epsom’s Ashley Centre seating
Shoppers in Epsom have voiced concern after seating in the Ashley Centre was removed and replaced as part of what management describes as an ongoing improvement programme. One resident contacted … Read More
Lung disease death widens investigation of Epsom and St Helier Trust service
Widow still seeking accountability two years on. A widow whose husband died aged just 48 after treatment at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust has spoken of her … Read More
Plans for 130 Kingswood homes ‘absolute disgrace’ as nearly 700 objectors speak
Plans to build up to 130 homes on protected green belt land between Kingswood and Burgh Heath have sparked a fierce backlash, with nearly 700 objections lodged by residents. Developers … Read More
Epsom March crime and safety round-up
Policing activity across Epsom and Ewell in March 2026 saw a mix of enforcement successes, court outcomes and continued concern around acquisitive crime, drugs and community safety. 30th March an … Read More
Surrey tech pioneers get £25k boost in start-up drive
Surrey’s emerging tech entrepreneurs have been given a significant boost after more than 30 early-stage innovators completed the first cohort of a new county-wide startup programme. Surrey Venture Studios (SVS), … Read More