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21st July 2022

Epsom curry pioneer Enam Ali MBE dies at 61

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Epsom curry pioneer Enam Ali MBE dies at 61

The Epsom restaurateur, who founded the internationally renowned British Curry Awards, has passed away at the age of 61. Revered in the Bangladeshi community, Ali famously lobbied home secretary Priti … READ MORE

A Greener Future in Partial Sight As Verges To Be Left Unmown

COMMUNITY COUNCIL NATURE TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

A Greener Future in Partial Sight As Verges To Be Left Unmown

Roadside verges in Surrey will be cut less frequently to foster biodiversity, according to Highway Authority, Surrey County Council. In a move to ease the pressure on native nature from … READ MORE

New plan to transform dementia care in Surrey

COMMUNITY COUNCIL HEALTH

New plan to transform dementia care in Surrey

A five-point plan sets out to improve the lives of Surrey residents with dementia and their families. A joint health and social care dementia strategy of Surrey County Council and Surrey … READ MORE

Local £1200 per job matching service to continue, unquestioned by Council…

BUSINESS COUNCIL

Local £1200 per job matching service to continue, unquestioned by Council…

The Director of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Environment, Housing and Regeneration, requested the July 12th’s meeting of the Community and Wellbeing Committee to approve a funding bid already submitted … READ MORE

Epsom and Ewell FC on a friendly hat-trick.

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Epsom and Ewell FC on a friendly hat-trick.

Following 2 wins out of 3 Epsom and Ewell FC went away to Dorking Wanderers XI and won 1 – 2. This 4th pre-season friendly was played on Saturday 16th … READ MORE

A Good Company life saved

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A Good Company life saved

Harris came to the volunteers at Epsom and Ewell’s Foodbank for help at the end of last year. Epsom and Ewell Foodbank is operated by registered Charity The Good Company … READ MORE

If you go down to the Common today you might get a big surprise…….

CRIME NEWS

If you go down to the Common today you might get a big surprise…….

A Section 35 dispersal order is in place over nearly all of Epsom Common until 5.54pm today Monday 18 July. The Dispersal Order covers the areas of the Epsom and … READ MORE

Hear all about an Epsom charity’s medical support for Malawi.

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Hear all about an Epsom charity’s medical support for Malawi.

Undaunted by the 4500 miles distance between Epsom and Chilaweni in Malawi, local resident Ruth Markus heads a charity founded in her son’s name. “Alex’s Medical & Educational Clinic in … READ MORE

Come to Epsom not Mayfair for fine art

ARTS NEWS

Come to Epsom not Mayfair for fine art

The Ashley Centre’s new pop up art gallery has extended it’s stay until 31st July – plus the show, which is now open daily, has also added work by four new artists. … READ MORE

THE Times backs THIS Times

COUNCIL NEWS

THE Times backs THIS Times

Epsom and Ewell Times’ purpose gets a leading endorsement. Today’s Times newspaper (established 1785) has published a leading article headed “The demise of regional news reporting is bad for democracy … READ MORE

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New Epsom Pantry offers more than food to the struggling….

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New Epsom Pantry offers more than food to the struggling….

A Pantry has been officially opened by the Mayor Clive Woodbridge last month. It has been launched in Epsom as another way of helping people struggling with the cost-of-living crisis, to … READ MORE


14th July 2022

Water restraint  urged as dry weather continues

NATURE NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Water restraint urged as dry weather continues

UK HEATWAVE: THAMES WATER URGES HOUSEHOLDS TO CONTROL THEIR WATER USAGE. Thames Water is urging residents to control their water usage and limit consumption around the home. Households are being … READ MORE

Ambitious new plan sets out the future for travelling around Surrey.

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Ambitious new plan sets out the future for travelling around Surrey.

Surrey’s ten-year Transport plan which includes measures for reducing the 41% of carbon emissions currently generated by transport, was approved by Surrey County Councillors at their Full Council meeting on … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Epsom and Ewell FC win 2, lose 1 in pre-season friendlies.

Reports courtesy of Richard Lambert of www.eefconline.co.uk Farnham Town 3-2 Epsom & Ewell Pre-season Friendly Saturday 2nd July 2022. The artificial surface at Kings College in Guildford was the place … READ MORE

Phil Walker’s final pass….

FOOTBALL NEWS SPORTS

Phil Walker’s final pass….

Richard Lambert pays homage to the late great footballer who played for Epsom and Ewell FC. [Photo: Phil Walker pictured running the line at West Street on 24th October 1976 … READ MORE

Top line Jazz soothes the heart of Epsom

ARTS NEWS

Top line Jazz soothes the heart of Epsom

Sandwiched between weekend Festival performances to sizeable crowds in Harrogate and Swanage, Jo Harrop delighted Epsom Jazz Club’s modest audience on 7th July by taking to the stage for a … READ MORE

RA romp home in by-election

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RA romp home in by-election

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council announced the results of the by-election held yesterday, Thursday 7 July 2022, for the West Ewell Ward. New Councillor Alan Williamson photograph above. Mr Williamson gained … READ MORE

Grayling stood up by developers….

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Grayling stood up by developers….

The Developers promoting the development of the site of Kingswood House School bizarrely failed to show up at their own public consultation on Thursday night (7th July). The event which … READ MORE


7th July 2022

 

Community Asset to be stripped?

COMMUNITY NEWS

Community Asset to be stripped?

July 6, 2022

Epsom’s Kingswood House School faces closure as developers move in. Sited in West Hill Epsom for over 100 years this renowned special educational needs and disability (SEND) school is facing … READ MORE

Surrey County raining over local democracy?

COUNCIL NEWS

Surrey County raining over local democracy?

July 5, 2022

The Conservative-run Surrey County Council plans to axe “area committees”. Will this reduce local people’s voice in Council decisions? “Surrey to reign over us? Happy and glorious?” “Local and Joint … READ MORE

Council keep taxpayers in the dark

COUNCIL NEWS

Council keep taxpayers in the dark

July 5, 2022

The Epsom and Ewell Times has previously reported the surprise resignation / departure (?) of Kathryn Beldon, the Council’s Chief Executive Officer.  The Strategy and Resources committee decided on Monday … READ MORE

West Ewell hustings test candidates

COUNCIL ELECTIONS NEWS

West Ewell hustings test candidates

July 5, 2022

Marion Morrison (LibDem), Mark Todd (Labour, leaning on the RA candidate’s empty chair), Keiran Persand (Conservative). Monday 4th July 2022, All Saints Church West Ewell hosted the West Ewell Borough … READ MORE

102 year old Epsom veteran wears his medals again!

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102 year old Epsom veteran wears his medals again!

July 4, 2022

A 102-year-old Surrey war hero who was unable to wear his medals due to the condition of the ribbons can finally pin on his honours again, thanks to a local … READ MORE

Surrey Safe for Diggers

NEWS

Surrey Safe for Diggers

July 4, 2022

New analysis of Digging up Britain 2022 search data reveals that Surrey residents are the fourth safest diggers in the UK, being beaten to top spot by Nottinghamshire, London and … READ MORE

Surrey Independent Living Charity

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Surrey Independent Living Charity

July 4, 2022

Surrey Independent Living Council is evolving! Following on from an independent external review thetrustees agreed to change the name of the organisation to Surrey Independent Living Charity. (SILC)They believe that … READ MORE

Will Council lift the veil of secrecy over CEO’s departure?

COUNCIL NEWS

Will Council lift the veil of secrecy over CEO’s departure?

July 4, 2022

As Epsom and Ewell Times reported  27th May 2022, Epsom and Ewell Borough Council announced the departure of its Chief Executive Officer, Kathryn Beldon, “following her decision that this is the … READ MORE

Surrey County Council to be strike free this Summer?

COUNCIL NEWS

Surrey County Council to be strike free this Summer?

July 4, 2022

Surrey County Council’s lowest paid staff are set to receive a pay boost after unions and council officers agreed a proportionate pay offer that sees pay increases on a sliding … READ MORE

Great Tattenham assault

CRIME NEWS

Great Tattenham assault

July 4, 2022

Update – named man wanted – read full. Surrey Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault that took place in Great Tattenhams (B2221) and the junction with St … READ MORE

Farnham Town 3-2 Epsom & Ewell

FOOTBALL NEWS SPORTS

Farnham Town 3-2 Epsom & Ewell

July 4, 2022

Pre-season Friendly Saturday 2nd July 2022. Report Source:

 www.eefconline.co.uk. Reporter: Richard Lambert

New era kicks off with narrow defeat. 

The artificial surface at Kings College in Guildford was the place … READ MORE

Mental Health services in Epsom and Ewell

COMMUNITY NEWS

Mental Health services in Epsom and Ewell

June 30, 2022

Freya Lawrence writes: The amount of sufferers with mental illness

 has increased immensely in recent years. With a global pandemic,

 increased living expenses and varying demographic changes,

 it is certainly … READ MORE


30th June 2022

River “Bogsmill” blights Borough

NEWS

River “Bogsmill” blights Borough

The River Hogsmill and the Green Lanes Stream are becoming no go areas for dogs and humans. Residents are calling for private utility company Thames Water to act on sewage … READ MORE

Blooming Ewell

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Blooming Ewell

Ewell Village has entered Britain in Bloom – a national competition which seeks to use flowers and greenery to transform communities. Judges will visit the village on the morning of … READ MORE

Council Meetings in the Dark?

COUNCIL NEWS

Council Meetings in the Dark?

Monday 4th July 2022 Epsom and Ewell Borough Council will deliberate in secret on the recruitment of a new Chief Executive. This follows the sudden departure earlier this month of … READ MORE

UK’s 2022 Top Jazz Award nominees to play in Epsom

ARTS NEWS

UK’s 2022 Top Jazz Award nominees to play in Epsom

Jo Harrop is one of 4 nominees for the prestigious annual Parliamentary jazz award for vocalist of the year 2022. Epsom’s own Nigel Price, the UK’s foremost guitarist and founder … READ MORE

Recognise this alleged burglar?

CRIME

Recognise this alleged burglar?

Surrey Police are appealing for help to identify this man, who they believe may be able to help with their investigation into a residential burglary in Epsom on Sunday, 26 … READ MORE

How Epsom and Ewell Times improves the community….

COMMUNITY NEWS

How Epsom and Ewell Times improves the community….

Some key findings of the Public Interest News Foundation include: Most independent news publishers cover a broad range of news topics within a tightly defined local place. The smaller the … READ MORE

Epsom Choral works 100 years

ARTS NEWS

Epsom Choral works 100 years

Epsom Choral Society (ECS), which is celebrating its Centenary this year, put on a spirited performance at its “Songs from the Shows” concert on Saturday 25th June at St Andrews … READ MORE

West Ewell by-election, our Q&As and your hustings

COUNCIL ELECTIONS

West Ewell by-election, our Q&As and your hustings

On Thursday 7th July 2022 voters in the Epsom and Ewell Borough Council Ward of West Ewell have the opportunity to vote for the candidate who will take the seat … READ MORE


26th May 2022

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Meet Epsom & Ewell’s new Mayor, Clive Woodbridge.
On a rainy, downcast day, Epsom & Ewell Times’ Tom Luckham has had the pleasure of sitting down with Clive, Epsom and Ewell’s new Mayor. Epsom might not be too

Epsom wears its Royal pride as the Jubilee approaches
Epsom is gearing up for a big week. The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee approaches fast, and with the crowning jewel of the events taking place at Epsom Racecourse, it’s hardly surprising … READ MORE

Cllr Gulland: Insulate & Generate – two key aspects to include in the Local Plan for Epsom & Ewell
Joining us for the other side of the coin regarding our articles on heating and insulation, Councillor David Gulland (College Ward – Liberal Democrat) goes over some topics regarding the … 

Is this Epsom Couple getting their heating for free?
As part of our duo of articles regarding insulation and heating, Epsom & Ewell Times met Peter and his wife Elsa. Peter is a brave local resident who …

Steve Cauthen joins ITV Racing for Cazoo Jubilee Derby
Legendary American Jockey Steve Cauthen has announced he will join ITV Racing to cover the Platinum Jubilee Derby in Epsom. Cauthen, born in Kentucky to a … READ MORE

Looking back on the Epsom & Ewell Showcase
Rotary Club is about community, charity, fun and friendship. They run social events throughout the … READ MORE


9th June 2022

Lorry Undercover: Is this PC?

NEWS

Lorry Undercover: Is this PC?

June 9, 2022

“You have to ask yourself is it worth it?”: Undercover officers stop 106 vehicles in just three days for road traffic offences. A dedicated road safety campaign by Surrey officers … READ MORE

The Local Plan to plan The Local Plan

COUNCIL NEWS

The Local Plan to plan The Local Plan

June 7, 2022

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Licensing and Planning Policy Committee (LLPC) met on the 26th of May 2022 to agree on a timetable for consultation on drafting “The Local Plan”. … READ MORE

Celebrating the Jubilee from one end of the Borough to the other

JUBILEE NEWS

Celebrating the Jubilee from one end of the Borough to the other

June 7, 2022

All over the Borough of Epsom and Ewell for the past days and weeks, the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee has been celebrated by residents and businesses in Epsom & Ewell. 70 … READ MORE

GALLERY: Inside the Epsom Jubilee Family Festival!

JUBILEE

GALLERY: Inside the Epsom Jubilee Family Festival!

June 1, 2022

Today, Epsom held the Epsom Jubilee Family Festival, hours of fun for all the family. The festival included market stalls, face-painting, stilt-walkers, dancing and much more. Crowds packed in and … READ MORE

Derby Hall of Fame unveiled in Epsom Market Place

COMMUNITY NEWS

Derby Hall of Fame unveiled in Epsom Market Place

June 1, 2022

Today, Epsom’s very own racing Hall of Fame was unveiled by Mayor Clive Woodbridge alongside representatives from The Jockey Club. Starting off the Queens’ Platinum Jubilee celebrations and the Derby … READ MORE

Epsom & Ewell Health Walks are looking for volunteers

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Epsom & Ewell Health Walks are looking for volunteers

May 31, 2022

Epsom & Ewell Health Walks is a small Charity registered with HMRC No. XT 37422. The objective is to provide walks for older people who are unable to walk long … READ MORE

The View from Westminster: Chris Grayling MP on Military aid to Ukraine, Energy levy and the Queen

NEWS

The View from Westminster: Chris Grayling MP on Military aid to Ukraine, Energy levy and the Queen

May 31, 2022

The situation in Ukraine remains appalling and the brutality that has been wreaked on its people defies understanding. I think that most of us thought that this kind of war … READ MORE

West Ewell By-Election to be held on July 7th

COUNCIL NEWS

West Ewell By-Election to be held on July 7th

May 31, 2022

Further to the sad recent death of Councillor Clive Smitheram, an election is to be held to elect one Borough Councillor for the West Ewell ward, Epsom & Ewell Borough Council. This … READ MORE

Nationals report Queen to miss Epsom Derby

JUBILEE NEWS

Nationals report Queen to miss Epsom Derby

May 31, 2022

It is looking increasingly likely that the Queen will not attend the Epsom Derby on June 4th, The Sunday Times reports. The Sunday Times is reporting that the Queen will … READ MORE

Record-breaking Epsom Derby legend Lester Piggott dies at 86

NEWS

Record-breaking Epsom Derby legend Lester Piggott dies at 86

May 30, 2022

Lester Piggott, a legend of horse racing, passed away at 86 in Geneva yesterday (29th May). Lester had a long and colourful career as a Jockey and Trainer, winning the Epsom … READ MORE


16th June 2022

Boy Soldier buried in Epsom

BOROUGH HISTORY NEWS

Boy Soldier buried in Epsom

Leslie Charles ATTWOOD, b.1899 – d.1917 Enlisted in the army in 1914 aged 15. Awarded the Silver War Badge. Buried in a pauper’s and now unmarked grave in Epsom’s abandoned … READ MORE

Cost of Living Crisis Scams – Epsom and Ewell’s Citizen Advice Bureau can help:

NEWS

Cost of Living Crisis Scams – Epsom and Ewell’s Citizen Advice Bureau can help:

Citizens Advice Epsom and Ewell (CAEE) is joining Scams Awareness Fortnight 2022, a national campaign to protect and prevent people from becoming victims of economic fraud. CAEE advisers are helping an increasing number of … READ MORE

Witness appeal: sex assault Epsom 13th June

CRIME NEWS

Witness appeal: sex assault Epsom 13th June

Surrey Police are appealing for witnesses following reports of a serious sexual assault in Epsom in the early hours of the morning of Monday 13th June. The victim was walking … READ MORE

£225,000 to plan the unplanned

COUNCIL NEWS

£225,000 to plan the unplanned

Council to spend £225,000 on consultants for Epsom Town Centre “Masterplan”. Epsom and Ewell Borough Council (EEBC) has secured a total of £225,000 from The Department for Levelling Up and the … READ MORE

Borough celebrates being a Twin for 25 years

BOROUGH HISTORY COMMUNITY NEWS

Borough celebrates being a Twin for 25 years

Over the Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend, Epsom and Ewell  entertained a large group of visitors from its French twin town, Chantilly. Guests included Chantilly’s  Deputy Mayor and members of the Chantilly Comité … READ MORE

Wells Centre’s Appeal

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Wells Centre’s Appeal

Epsom and Ewell Times reported 25th April 2022 on the new lease of life promised for the Wells Estate, Epsom community centre. The charity Epsom Wells Community Association hope to … READ MORE

Epsom aid hero returns from Ukraine

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Epsom aid hero returns from Ukraine

In an exclusive for Epsom and Ewell Times, we report on Paul Matthews’ (of Lewins Road Epsom) recent experience taking aid provided by Epsom based Surrey Stands With Ukraine [SSWU] … READ MORE

Lorry Undercover: Is this PC?

CRIME NEWS

Lorry Undercover: Is this PC?

“You have to ask yourself is it worth it?”: Undercover officers stop 106 vehicles in just three days for road traffic offences. A dedicated road safety campaign by Surrey officers … READ MORE

The Local Plan to plan The Local Plan

COUNCIL NEWS

The Local Plan to plan The Local Plan

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Licensing and Planning Policy Committee (LLPC) met on the 26th of May 2022 to agree on a timetable for consultation on drafting “The Local Plan”. … READ MORE

Celebrating the Jubilee from one end of the Borough to the other

JUBILEE NEWS

Celebrating the Jubilee from one end of the Borough to the other

All over the Borough of Epsom and Ewell for the past days and weeks, the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee has been celebrated by residents and businesses in Epsom & Ewell. 70 … READ MORE


23rd June 2022

WEEKLY UPDATE Thursday 23rd June 2022

Another £1/4 m to plan planning

COUNCIL NEWS

Another £1/4 m to plan planning

COST OF NEW LOCAL PLAN GOES UP BY ANOTHER QUARTER OF A MILLION POUNDS. A meeting of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Licensing and Planning Policy Committee on 21 June … READ MORE

Ukrainians in tune with the hearts of Epsom

NEWS

Ukrainians in tune with the hearts of Epsom

On Saturday 18th June Epsom Music with Surrey Stands with Ukraine organised a very special evening with Ukrainian musicians at the Epsom Methodist Church. The evening was hosted and presented in Ukrainian. … READ MORE

Witness appeal following burglary in Ewell

CRIME NEWS

Witness appeal following burglary in Ewell

Surrey Police are appealing for witnesses following a burglary in Ewell on Wednesday, 8 June. Officers were called to a residential address on Cheam Road near to the junction with … READ MORE

Epsom Rotary in Motion

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Epsom Rotary in Motion

Epsom Rotary will be holding a stall at the Epsom Marketplace on Saturday, 02 July 2022and welcome anyone to come and visit to learn more about Epsom Rotary and ways … READ MORE

Bowled Over in Epsom

NEWS

Bowled Over in Epsom

Epsom Bowling is proud and delighted that Martin Harbottle, Club President and member for many years , has been elected as Surrey County Bowling Association President for the year 2022. … READ MORE

Who let the dogs big day out?

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Who let the dogs big day out?

Cuddington Residents Association did. That’s who. On June 18th Saturday’s “BIG DAY OUT” in Shadbolt Park, Worcester Park in the north-east end of the Borough of Epsom and Ewell, a … READ MORE

Help for Heroes

COMMUNITY

Help for Heroes

‘EVERY LITTLE HELPS’ AS ARMED FORCES CHARITY COLLECTS AT TESCO STORES COUNTY-WIDE Armed Forces charity Help for Heroes has supported more than 250 veterans and their families in Surrey since its … READ MORE

Epsom’s first Oaks race winner for sale

ARTS BOROUGH HISTORY NEWS

Epsom’s first Oaks race winner for sale

Epsom based sculptor Kendra Haste has created a painted galvanised wire sculptor of Lord Derby’s 1779 inaugural Oaks winner, Bridget. Epsom’s own “The Oaks” became the second oldest “classic” horse … READ MORE

Driving to Sutton or Kingston in an old car could cost you £12.50 next year!

NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Driving to Sutton or Kingston in an old car could cost you £12.50 next year!

The Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) that charges old diesel and some old petrol cars £12.50 a day 24/7 for travel in inner London might be expanded to Epsom and … READ MORE

Where to draw the line?

EDITORIAL

Where to draw the line?

Mayor of London’s proposal to expand the charging area for old and polluting vehicles to the borders of the Borough of Epsom and Ewell inevitably brings out the “not-in-my-backyard” responses … READ MORE


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