19th October 2023

Epsom & Ewell Council Eyes Inclusion of Local Natural reserves in the ‘Thames To Downs’ National Nature Reserve. The Council’s Environment Committee 17th October debated an ambitious move to preserve … READ MORE

Chalk Pit debate deferred by late abatement

The Environment Committee of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council 17th October was to discuss a motion proposed at a Full Council meeting on July 25, 2023, regarding a noise nuisance … READ MORE

Don’t wait for the Feast of St Stephen

For the seventh year running, Citizens Advice Epsom & Ewell (CAEE) has teamed up with the Rotary Clubs of Epsom and Ewell to bring much needed support to those in … READ MORE

HOUSING NEWS PLANNING

Noble housing intentions?

Crest Nicholson and the Vistry Group have partnered for a “sustainable development” initiative near Noble Park in Epsom. They plan to submit a comprehensive planning application to Epsom and Ewell … READ MORE

The cost of Surrey’s failed ULEZ challenge

Surrey County Council spent £150,000 on a failed court challenge to the ULEZ expansion. The county council together with the London boroughs of Bexley, Bromley, Harrow and Hillingdon launched a … READ MORE

Medway Overpower Sorry Sutton & Epsom

16 October 2023

Sutton & Epsom RFC 15 Medway 33. Saturday 14th October. Last Saturday the league had a rest weekend after five fixtures in September. Buoyed by their stunning success over league … READ MORE

Council Grapples with Rising Cost of Homelessness

13 October 2023

In an ongoing challenge to manage rising homelessness-related costs, Epsom & Ewell Borough Council (EEBC) finds itself confronted with an impending financial strain exceeding their 2023/24 budget. This report sheds … READ MORE

Housing Allocation Policy Undergoes Updates

13 October 2023

In a bid to modernize the housing allocation process and enhance the efficiency of social housing distribution, the Council adopted a series of amendments to the Housing Allocation Policy and … READ MORE

Improving housing improvements for the vulnerable

13 October 2023

10th October Epsom and Ewell Council’s Community and Wellbeing Committee agreed a Revised Private Sector Housing Grants Assistance Policy to Expand Support for Vulnerable Residents. The item was introduced by … READ MORE

COMMUNITY LOCAL HISTORY VOLUNTEERS

Preparing for Winter with true grit

12 October 2023

A total of 38 brand new gritting vehicles are now available to help keep Surrey moving during the colder months. The new vehicles operate more efficiently, have state-of-the art technology … READ MORE

12th October 2023

18 October 2023

Local community gathered at Horton Cemetery

11 October 2023

On World Mental Health Day 10th October on a working and un-seasonally hot day, young and old gathered in commemoration of the 9000 patients buried in Epsom’s abandoned Cemetery. The … READ MORE

Lease reprieve for Langley Village Hall

11 October 2023

Langley Vale Village Hall was under the threat of closure but due to the hard work of the Langley Vale Village Hall Association and local residents a new 10 year … READ MORE

Going South this weekend?

11 October 2023

Please note, there will be a full closure of the A3 in both directions from 9pm on Friday 13 October to 5.30am on Monday 16 October. The closure will be … READ MORE

Epsom and Ewell FC finally win with a glut

8 October 2023

Epsom & Ewell 5-1 Colliers Wood United. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 7th October 2023. We may have had some cup wins already this season, but whilst they … READ MORE

CHRIS GRAYLING NEWS WESTMINSTER

Day travelcards to be scrapped?

8 October 2023

Surrey County Council could call on central government to intervene in “discriminatory” plans to scrap day travelcards in to London. The travelcards mean Surrey residents can travel in to the … READ MORE

Grayling not to contest a seventh election

6 October 2023

Chris Grayling MP has announced he will not be seeking re-election at the next General Election due 2024 / January 2025 latest. In a message to the Epsom and Ewell … READ MORE

COUNCIL EDUCATION TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

The Plan to improve Planning pays off

6 October 2023

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council have received official notification from the Minister of State for Housing and Planning, Rachel Maclean MP, that their planning department is no longer under review … READ MORE

Surrey schools fly their green flags

6 October 2023

Surrey County Council has been confirmed with the highest number of schools awarded with a Green Flag of any local authority in England, with its 88 Eco-Schools, all of which … READ MORE

COMMUNITY TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Pollution around Epsom and Ewell Schools

5 October 2023

Epsom and Ewell Extinction Rebellion embark on a public education drive on Sunday 9th October in Epsom High Street. The climate action group has tabulated the pollution statistics for schools … READ MORE

BUSINESS COMMUNITY COUNCIL

Child psychological waiting in Surrey eats savings

5 October 2023

Families are using their “savings and holiday money” to pay for private educational psychologist assessments having been told they would wait two years for an assessment through the council, a … READ MORE

5th October 2023

18 October 2023

Bloomin’ marvellous for Epsom and Ewell

3 October 2023

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council, Go Epsom Business Improvement District, and dedicated volunteers from across the borough were delighted to pick up a number of awards for Nonsuch Park, Epsom … READ MORE

Sutton and Epsom’s Alley of dreams dashed in the end.

2 October 2023

Old Alleynians 29 Sutton & Epsom RFC 25. Saturday 30th September. For Sutton and Epsom supporters with good memories, and multiple miles on the clock, they will recall opening three … READ MORE

Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?

1 October 2023

A 9 month delay in presenting a critical report about Epsom and Ewell Borough Council‘s handling of complaints was the subject of testy exchanges at a meeting of the Council’s … READ MORE

Not quite a “veni, vidi, vici” victory for Romans

1 October 2023

Tadley Calleva 1-0 Epsom & Ewell FC. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 30th September 2023. Ultimately our latest match was decided by a clinical Kieran Rodgers finish from … READ MORE

Our Star shines on Epsom Playhouse

30 September 2023

This month Epsom & Ewell Borough Council has installed 90 solar panels on the roof of Epsom Playhouse. The panels will generate over 32,000 kWh of electricity annually, covering a … READ MORE

CULTURE EDUCATION NEWS

Guildford centre of the cosmos for a day

29 September 2023

Budding astronauts and space engineers are set to be wowed and inspired on Saturday 7 October, when space researchers at the University of Surrey take over Guildford town centre. The … READ MORE

ARTS COMMUNITY COUNCIL

Glyn students brighten the Borough

29 September 2023

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council and Glyn School have come together to transform an unused building on the site of the Upper High Street car park with a community mural funded through … READ MORE

ULEZ compliant taxis for Epsom and Ewell

29 September 2023

Taxis in Epsom and Ewell will need to be ULEZ-compliant in order to get a licence despite concerns raised from drivers. All licences will be given, providing cabs meet the … READ MORE

COUNCIL NEWS PLANNING

Drafting of Epsom and Ewell Local Plan “unpausing”?

28 September 2023

Tuesday 26th September Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Licensing and Planning Policy Committee met to decide whether to recommend to the Full Council to restart work on the submission of … READ MORE

28th September 2023

18 October 2023

COMMUNITY LOCAL HISTORY

From “Princess” to Pauper’s grave in Epsom

27 September 2023

9000 patients of Epsom’s cluster of now closed psychiatric hospitals were buried between 1899 and 1955 in a now abandoned Cemetery. The Friends of Horton Cemetery are writing their life stories and … READ MORE

BUSINESS NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Epsom and Ewell’s 3 – 1 lead lost in 12 minutes

27 September 2023

Epsom & Ewell 3-4 AFC Croydon Athletic. Combined Counties League Cup – First Round Tuesday 26th September 2023. A devastating three goal swing in just twelve minutes enabled AFC Croydon … READ MORE

Thames Water rebate

27 September 2023

Thames Water has been ordered to pay back more than £100million to its customers by regulators.Water watchdog Ofwat ordered the under-performing company to return the money following a string of … READ MORE

Another Surrey Local Plan Pauses

26 September 2023

The towns, villages, and open spaces that will take the brunt of Surrey Heath Borough Council’s 6,000 new homes will be kept under wraps a little longer after the local … READ MORE

Gove: meddling and muddled over Surrey Local Plans?

26 September 2023

Michael Gove is a Surrey MP and the Cabinet Minister in charge of housing and planning. The progress of Local Plans across the County are in disarray. Local Plans set … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

Land, plan and a scam mess for Tandridge

25 September 2023

A land scam, £3.5million spent and residents being “ignored” have come to a head as a district council finally looks set to call an end to its 6,000-home local plan. … READ MORE

COMMUNITY TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Bunting Boots Battersea Into Touch

25 September 2023

Sutton & Epsom 26 Battersea Ironsides 25, Saturday 23rd September. This was the first time the two clubs had ever met in a league fixture as Battersea Ironsides became league … READ MORE

COMMUNITY NATURE

Epsom Common Association: A History of Conservation and Biodiversity

25 September 2023

Founded in 1974 by local residents deeply concerned about the state of Epsom Common and the looming threats to its existence, the Epsom Common Association has since been a stalwart … READ MORE

Local action to tackle global climate crisis

24 September 2023

According to the Eco-Friends of Epsom we are in an era marked by the increasingly pressing issue of climate change. The urgency of understanding its scientific underpinnings and potential solutions … READ MORE

Shoot-out ends Salt’s Vase season

24 September 2023

Bearsted 1-1 Epsom & Ewell FC. Bearsted won 4-1 on penalties. Isuzu F.A. Vase – Second Qualifying Round Saturday 23rd September 2023. A rather disappointing penalty shoot out, the twelfth … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

Costs through the roof enquiry for local Council

23 September 2023

Epsom and Ewell’s Poole Road Pavilion re-roof costs go through the roof. The Strategy and Resources Committee Epsom and Ewell Council met September 21 to authorize the extra costs. The … READ MORE

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Epsom and Ewell’s Technology College 70 years young

22 September 2023

The North East Surrey College Of Technology (NESCOT), situated in Epsom and Ewell, Surrey, England, traces its roots back to the 1950s when it was known as Ewell Technical College. … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH VOLUNTEERS

Elijah returns to Epsom before the end of times

22 September 2023

On Wednesday 20th September, Epsom Choral Society held an open rehearsal at St Martin’s Church, Epsom, their usual concert venue. An ‘open rehearsal’ served a double purpose. It was part … READ MORE

COMMUNITY FAITH

All welcome in Epsom’s parish church

22 September 2023

St Martin’s is the Parish Church of Epsom. It is rather hidden from the bustle of the town between Church Road and Church Street where the main entrance is opposite … READ MORE

COMMUNITY NEWS

Mayor endorses Citizens Advice in Epsom & Ewell

21 September 2023

As Citizens Advice Epsom & Ewell (CAEE) publishes its Annual Report 2022/23 today, Epsom & Ewell Mayor Cllr Rob Geleit expressed his support for the charity, having chosen it as … READ MORE

21st September 2023

18 October 2023

You are invited to commemorate the 9000 souls in Epsom’s forgotten cemetery

20 September 2023

Painting a rosy picture for recycling

20 September 2023

A pioneering paint re-use shop at the Guildford community recycling centre (CRC), operated on behalf of Surrey County Council, launched in 2021 has successfully diverted over 15,500 litres of reusable … READ MORE

Gove gives Tandridge a severe telling off

19 September 2023

An “extremely vulnerable person” with poor mental health suffered “aggressive” and “intimidating” behaviour at the hands of Tandridge District Council staff. The unacceptable behaviour has led to the secretary of state … READ MORE

EDUCATION NEWS

Ewell Primary school “raaced” with concrete problem

19 September 2023

A primary school situated in Ewell has been confirmed to harbour hazardous concrete that presents a potential risk of structural failure. Danetree Primary School is among the 147 educational facilities … READ MORE

COUNCIL LETTERS

Surrey’s smokescreen over Fire Service failings

19 September 2023

Dear Editor, Last week saw the publication of His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) Report of Surrey Fire and Rescue Service. The accompanying press release … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

Another Surrey Borough with serious money problems

18 September 2023

Epsom and Ewell Times has reported on the woes of Woking, the gaps in Guildford budgets and we have spelt out the thorny financial crisis of Spelthorne. Now Surrey Heath … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS

Local NHS Doctors and Consultants striking

18 September 2023

As tensions mount within the UK healthcare sector, doctors across the country are gearing up for strike action. The looming industrial action has sent ripples of concern through the local … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH

Epsom fair for health and well-being

18 September 2023

On Saturday, September 23rd, the local charity Age Concern Epsom & Ewell will be hosting a Health & Wellbeing Fair at Rosebery Park in Epsom. The event is scheduled to … READ MORE

Close result in match of fluctuating fortunes

17 September 2023

The Black and White bandwagon descended Saturday 16th upon the Geoffrey Knight Fields for the third round of the Regional 2 South East season. Old Reigatian (OR) are one of … READ MORE

COMMUNITY NEWS

Angels sing their hearts out for Ukraine

17 September 2023

Epsom Social in the Epsom Square was the heart of Epsom last night as rock band The Angels beat loudly for Ukraine aid. Organised by Epsom based Surrey Stands with … READ MORE

Epsom’s football team concede 4 goals

17 September 2023

Epsom & Ewell FC 2 – 4 Sheerwater. Combined Counties League – Premier Division South. Saturday 16th September 2023. Last week I wrote that our match against Sheerwater was likely … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

Gove flexing his muscle on a Local Plan?

16 September 2023

A last-minute intervention from Michael Gove continued the uncertainty around the Surrey Borough Council of Spelthorne’s plan for 9,000 new homes. The Surrey Heath MP ordered the council not to pause … READ MORE

Classic growth versus environment dilemma

15 September 2023

Just 20 miles from Epsom weekend flights at Farnborough Airport could more than double if expansion plans go ahead. The airport’s owners are seeking to increase the annual number of … READ MORE

Spelthorne’s neediest lose out on housing

14 September 2023

“Those who need it most” will be the people who suffer most from a council’s plans to abandon its home building projects, according to one councillor. Spelthorne is a Surrey … READ MORE

ARTS COMMUNITY COUNCIL

Digital guide to Nonsuch gardens unveiled

14 September 2023

Nonsuch Park has joined more than 250 cultural institutions around the globe in providing a new digital guide to the formal gardens on Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and culture … READ MORE

New art fair comes to Epsom

14 September 2023

A new contemporary art fair is coming to The Duchess Stand, Epsom Downs Racecourse, 6 – 8 October 2023. Art Surrey opens on Friday 6th October with a Preview Evening … READ MORE

COUNCIL CRIME

Crime and Disorder committee gets policies in order

Three important items were debated at the Epsom and Ewell Borough Council Crime and Disorder Committee meeting on 12 September 2023. The Video Surveillance System Policy (VSS), the Community Safety … READ MORE

Not such a rosy report on Surrey Fire Service

Earlier today Epsom and Ewell Times published a press release clearly attributed to Surrey County Council. Below is a report from our BBC Local Democracy Reporting Service partner which casts … READ MORE

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18 October 2023

Will the dust ever settle on Chalk Pit conflict?

Following years of complaints of dust and noise pollution from the Chalk Pit site on College Road, Epsom, residents and local campaigners say that stricter council enforcement is still needed … READ MORE

NEWS

Surrey Fire service praised

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has received positive feedback for its progress in culture in an official report published today, 13 September 2023. Following an inspection of the service … READ MORE

EDUCATION NEWS

Independent Surrey SEND school slammed

A “culture of discrimination and inequality” goes unaddressed at a school for children with additional needs, where pupils “fear reprisals” from some senior staff if they report concerns, according to … READ MORE

Cycle hub in Dorking development

A football academy, a 130-place children’s nursery, and a cycling hub, have all been approved in Dorking as the Pixham Lane masterplan steps up a gear. The site had been … READ MORE

Bullish performance beats the Salts

12 September 2023

Jersey Bulls 2-0 Epsom & Ewell – Combined Counties League – Premier Division South – Saturday 9th September 2023. Our fourth defeat from four League matches was maybe no real … READ MORE

Surrey’s Big Guns ganging up

Surrey is set to benefit from a deepening of ties between Surrey County Council and the University of Surrey through a new Civic University Agreement being developed between the two … READ MORE

Ewell History Day returns to Bourne Hall

Bourne Hall in Ewell is hosting a celebration of local history on Saturday 16 September. Ewell History Day will take visitors on a journey from the Bronze Age up to … READ MORE

Beckenham Edge Extraordinary Encounter

Sutton and Epsom 41 – Beckenham 42. It was a case of polar opposites on the opening Saturday for this weekend’s combatants as the hosts began the campaign with an away … READ MORE

School transport early term teething problems

Families have been left without school transport for the start of term despite Surrey County Council promising to “learn lessons” after pupils were left stranded last year. One parent of … READ MORE

CRIME NEWS

Unprovoked attack on man and his dog in Epsom

10 September 2023

On 5th September 40 year old Scott Smith of Tonstall Road, Epsom assaulted another Epsom man in an unprovoked attack. After the assault, during which the victim fought back in … READ MORE

BUSINESS HEALTH LOCAL HISTORY

Council solve Scots Pine tree puzzle

9 September 2023

The Planning Committee Meeting, held at Epsom Town Hall on 7 September 2023 centred around two key topics: a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) concerning a Scots Pine tree in Grafton … READ MORE

Healthy future for Epsom’s restored White House

7 September 2023

The White House, located at 16 Waterloo Road, Epsom, nestled between Blacks Burgers and Nandos, is a Grade II listed building that dates back to the early 1700s. Recently, it … READ MORE

NATURE SPORTS

Epsom horse owners asked to take survey

7 September 2023

Britain’s inaugural Thoroughbred Census has been initiated, inviting former racehorse owners to partake in the survey open until December 31, 2023. The primary aim is to enhance the traceability of … READ MORE

White van man to go green?

7 September 2023

Diesel van owners who drive along the Guildford stretch of the A3 more than three times a week, could be eligible for a grant to replace their vehicle with an … READ MORE

7th September 2023

18 October 2023

ARTS EDUCATION NATURE

Surrey Uni film award in the Cannes

A thought-provoking animated film made at the University of Surrey, which encourages its viewers to Remember the Future, has achieved the accolade of ‘Best Environmental Film’ at the Cannes World … READ MORE

Hampton Court ULEZ maze challenge

The expansion of London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) to the Surrey border affects attractions like Hampton Court Palace, some of which is on the charge boundary. ULEZ, introduced by … READ MORE

COUNCIL NATURE

Surrey to fight Ash dieback

Surrey County Council will undertake a programme of woodland management across its countryside estate this autumn, with a focus on tackling Ash dieback to protect public safety where needed, as … READ MORE

World class live-jazz returns to Epsom

Epsom Jazz Club returns this Tuesday 12th September for another three highly anticipated world class jazz concerts, beginning with their first intimate duo show. The wondrous pair of Cuban Jazz … READ MORE

Reeds Weybridge 27 – Sutton & Epsom 12

Following the disappointment of last season’s relegation Sutton & Epsom RFC had a stern test intheir Regional 2 South East opener with a trip to Reeds Weybridge. The hosts are … READ MORE

Befriend the aged

Loneliness is something that people of all ages can feel, but it is older people who perhaps feel this more acutely. Our Volunteer Befrienders visit an older person on a … READ MORE

Fair photography of Ewell man celebrated

Fairground enthusiast, Philip Bradley of Ewell, spent his life compiling a written and photographic record of every fair he visited from 1936 until his death in 1999. He amassed 30,000 … READ MORE

Epsom Scouts Summer Swiss adventures

BUSINESS COMMUNITY SPORTS

This summer was packed with Scouts travelling on International Expeditions and trips and Surrey Scouts joined in on the fun. Scouts from 3rd Epsom & 8th/14th Epsom joined 700 other … READ MORE

Pot of gold for Rainbow?

Rainbow Leisure Centre in East Street Epsom has been shortlisted for a prestigious award from trade association UK Active. The centre – which was renovated recently- boasts a 25m pool, … READ MORE

DIY waste charges lifted in Surrey

From 1st September, Surrey County Council lifted charges on resident DIY waste in line with Government policy changes that were proposed in June. The County Council, like most neighbouring authorities currently … READ MORE

Signs of Surrey resistance to ULEZ continue

The Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) to the London Borough Kingston and Sutton borders of Epsom and Ewell, went live on 29 August. This will have an impact on Surrey … READ MORE

BUSINESS COMMUNITY

“The Gas” and brewery back Cuddington community

COMMUNITY COUNCIL HOUSING NEWS

Wandgas Sports and Social Club in Cuddington is very proud to announce their partnership with Shepherd Neame. An open day was held on Friday 25th August, with the Kent brewery – … READ MORE

BUSINESS COUNCIL

Objectors fail to tear a strip off

4 September 2023

An Epsom strip club has had its licence renewed despite dividing residents on what it brings to the town.Stir, in the town centre’s East Street, has run as a sexual … READ MORE

Hosts of Ukrainian refugees appreciated

4 September 2023

On the Independence Day of Ukraine – 24th August, Epsom & Ewell Borough Council offered a huge thank you to more than 60 hosts who have welcomed Ukrainian people into … READ MORE

17th August 2023

18 October 2023

COUNCIL NATURE

Epsom Common Green Flagged again

16 August 2023

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is celebrating receiving a Green Flag Award for Epsom Common Local Nature Reserve (LNR) for the 17th consecutive year. The news that Epsom Common LNR has … READ MORE

Redhill cruise to victory on Epsom waters

16 August 2023

Epsom & Ewell 1-3 Redhill. Combined Counties League – Premier Division South. Tuesday 15th August 2023. We opened up our home League campaign on Tuesday evening against Redhill and found … READ MORE

Rugby Returning To Rugby Lane in Ewell

14 August 2023

This time last year Sutton & Epsom Rugby Football Club were looking optimistically at the brand new Regional 1 South Central anticipating opening their account at Lily Hill Park against … READ MORE

Cruel ending at Calthorpe Park for Epsom and Ewell FC

14 August 2023

Fleet Town 2-1 Epsom & Ewell FC. Combined Counties League – Premier Division South. Saturday 12th August 2023. Despite a slow start to our opening League fixture of the season, … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS

Plea ahead of doctors’ strikes round 5

10 August 2023

The number of postponed appointments on strike days has now topped 10,000 at one hospital group – and with a fresh wave of industrial action on the horizon, that figure … READ MORE

10th August 2023

18 October 2023

ARTS POEMS POET’S CORNER

One way to learn collective nouns

Last Monday, 7th August, Epsom Library invited Frances Cohen to come and read some of the poems from her recently published book: “A Prickle of Porcupines – Really!!” The added … READ MORE

COUNCIL ELECTIONS

County divisions – have your say on changes

BUSINESS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

New boundaries are being proposed for council divisions in Surrey County Council including in Epsom and Ewell. The Local Government Boundary Commission wants to hear what residents and local organisations … READ MORE

Report against airport expansion

Airport expansion benefits a “small and wealthy subset of the British population” leaving the rest to deal with its environmental impact, according to a new report. The paper, Losing Altitude … READ MORE

Another King “Charles the III’s” Epsom affair

Bramshott House in Epsom’s Market Place is a late 17th century, Grade II listed building that was built to provide accommodation for the rich and famous of the period who wanted to … READ MORE

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Epsom’s UCA tips for A-level expectants

7 August 2023

It’s almost A-Levels results day and at the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in Epsom we know there are many students who haven’t decided what degree they want to … READ MORE

Epsom scouts on Korean jamboree

7 August 2023

Scouts from across Surrey, including Epsom and Ewell, arrived in South Korea for the 25th World Scout Jamboree being held from August 1st – 12th 2023. The Jamboree is a two-week event holding significant … READ MORE

COMMUNITY COUNCIL

Commemorating a dedicated local Councillor

7 August 2023

On Tuesday 31st July a small group of Cuddington residents gathered at the lawn behind the GP surgery in Shadbolt Park to commemorate the tragic death of Cllr Rob Foote … READ MORE

BUSINESS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Salts open season with FA Cup win

6 August 2023

Epsom & Ewell 2-1 Horsham YMCA. Emirates F.A. Cup – Extra-Preliminary Round. Saturday 5th August 2023. The James Scott era kicked off on Saturday as we opened up our fifth … READ MORE

Gatwick expansion plans revealed

4 August 2023

The first details of Gatwick’s multi-billion pound expansion plans – to double capacity and create a second Heathrow Airport in the south east – have emerged. Gatwick originally submitted its … READ MORE

Ugandan Asian refugees in Surrey 50 years on

4 August 2023

On 4 August 1972, the Ugandan dictator, General Idi Amin, ordered around 60,000 ethnic Asians to leave the country within 90 days. In the autumn and winter of 1972 to … READ MORE

BUSINESS HEALTH

Epsom’s child-play hobbled by e-coli

4 August 2023

The popular adventure park off Horton Lane in Epsom known as Hobbledown has temporarily closed. This follows reports by the UK Health and Security Agency that three children who had … READ MORE

Surrey’s support for using electric vehicles

3 August 2023

In Surrey, almost half of our emissions come from transport, and about half of that is from private vehicles. So, reducing the emissions from the way we travel about, whether … READ MORE

Restating the need for recycling in Surrey

3 August 2023

26,000 tonnes of recyclable waste can be found in Surrey’s rubbish Research shows that many people feel like they are already recycling as much as they can. But according to … READ MORE

COUNCIL EDUCATION TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Epsom’s outdoor theatre going great guns

3 August 2023

On Monday 31st July we went to see Annie Get Your Gun at the Lavender Theatre – a recently erected outdoor space amongst lavender fields in Reigate Road, Epsom. A … READ MORE

3rd August 2023

18 October 2023

Surrey schools going solar

2 August 2023

Schools across the county are having their outdated end-of-life gas boilers replaced with new solar heating systems to help combat “skyrocketing” energy prices. The £6million project is split between time-sensitive … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Surrey’s outdoor benefits for children

2 August 2023

Minister for Children, Families and Wellbeing and East Surrey MP Claire Coutinho visited High Ashurst Outdoor Education Centre on Monday 31 July. High Ashurst is one of Surrey’s Outdoor Learning … READ MORE

BUSINESS COUNCIL

Employment Hub opening to all

2 August 2023

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is pleased to announce that the Epsom & Ewell Employment Hub is expanding its service to help all residents who are looking for work. The … READ MORE

ARTS COMMUNITY

Urning a big profit on rare Epsom find

30 July 2023

A young Epsom couple will be making a large donation to charity after the miniature vase they purchased in an Epsom charity shop for £2.50 sold this weekend at auction … READ MORE

Greener solution for white goods?

29 July 2023

When a housing association tenancy comes to an end what happens to the fridges, washing machines and carpets? Invariably, they are removed before the new tenants move in. Is this … READ MORE

London Mayor confirms drive of ULEZ to Epsom border. ULEZ explainer.

28 July 2023

Sadiq Khan confirmed today the Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) will cover almost all of Greater London, pushing it right up to the Surrey border. The Mayor of London’s decision was … READ MORE

High Court gives ULEZ the green light to Epsom’s borders

28 July 2023

The controversial ULEZ scheme can now be expanded to the border of Surrey after a coalition of councils lost their High Court battle. Surrey County Council, together with the outer London … READ MORE