Valerie Flanagan
Valerie Flanagan passed away suddenly at home on Friday 17 July 2026. She will be dearly missed by her Daughter Louise, Son in Law Paul, Grandchildren Abi & Oli, Grandson … Read More
Author: Epsom and Ewell Times
Free bus travel is a good idea; so why does it stop at 15?
Dear Editor, This August, children aged five to 15 can travel free on local buses across England. I think that’s genuinely good. It makes days out cheaper, helps children get … Read More
Epsom Racecourse: Preview and Tips for Friday’s Six-Race Meeting
Racing returns to Epsom Racecourse this Friday with a six-race meeting, consisting of five handicaps and a fillies’ novice race. Read on for a preview of and tips for the … Read More
13th August 2026
Football Sports Chips down and Epsom up 10 August 2026 Epsom and Ewell FC 1 – 0 Chipstead. 8th August – Chalky Lane – The Emirates F.A. Cup Extra Preliminary Round … Read More
Who pays for the homes we do not build?
Dear Editor, My family moved to Epsom five years ago for many of the same reasons cited by those defending the Green Belt: the space, the schools and the feel … Read More
Drones may reduce delays on Waterloo line
A drone is now operating at London Waterloo to tackle trespass, fix infrastructure faults and reduce disruptionOperated remotely from Southampton, the drone provides live intelligence to South Western Railway and … Read More
Surrey eyes a share of its own taxes under devolution plans
Surrey’s future strategic authority could retain a share of locally generated income tax and business rates under government plans to transfer more money and decision-making from Whitehall to England’s regions. … Read More
6th August 2026
Community Local History Volunteers Back Epsom’s Horton Cemetery history heroes in national vote 4 August 2026 Epsom and Ewell (and beyond) residents are being urged to get behind the local Friends of … Read More
Glyn Hall thanks Epsom and Ewell Borough Council
Dear Editor, Glyn Hall, originally gifted by local benefactor Margaret Glyn, has served generations as a place for education, connection and community activities. However, after more than 150 years, the … Read More
Why more homeowners are taking drain problems seriously before they become emergencies
Most people don’t think about their drains until something goes wrong. By then, the kitchen sink has stopped draining, the toilet is backing up, or an outside drain has overflowed … Read More
Accident in Leatherhead led to prosecution
An event structure company and its director have been fined after a worker suffered life-changing injuries. The worker sustained multiple back fractures, a punctured lung and a broken leg. An … Read More
Water voles thriving in Ewell’s Hogsmill
Camera footage and fresh field signs suggest water voles are settling in and spreading along the Surrey chalk stream Water voles are showing encouraging signs of recovery along the Hogsmill … Read More