Editorial News

Keep Epsom and Ewell Times alive – donate now

26 March 2025

Many many thanks to those readers who have responded to our appeal for a small donation to keep our service going. Some of you have been very generous and we … Read More

Arts Council Culture

Surrey Arts Gala went live in Guildford

25 March 2025

Surrey Arts held its latest Gala concert on Saturday, 15 March, at G Live in Guildford, showcasing the incredible talent of over 300 young musicians from 15 different ensembles. The … Read More

Council Sports

Anyone for free Summer tennis in Epsom and Ewell?

25 March 2025

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council will provide free morning tennis sessions in all council-owned tennis courts across the borough this summer, between 22 July and 29 August 2025.  The decision, … Read More

Council Environment

Surrey County new land management framework

25 March 2025

Surrey County Council has launched a new Land Management Framework, setting out best practice guidelines for managing its own land as well as striving to aspire other landowners and stakeholders … Read More

Rugby Sports

Epsom break Weybridge Reeds

24 March 2025

Reeds Weybridge 28 Sutton & Epsom RFC 33. Saturday 22nd March. The denouement of the campaign is rather lacking in a crescendo this season. This was the penultimate Saturday and … Read More

Council News

Local Epsom LibDem leader leaves her Party

21 March 2025

An Epsom councillor who has been a leading Liberal Democrat  in the area for over 20 years has defected to become an independent member. After several changes, including upcoming local … Read More

News Transport

Guidance to consumers impacted by Heathrow Airport incident

21 March 2025

Selina Chadha, Group Director for Consumers at the UK Civil Aviation Authority, said: “Passengers are advised not to travel to Heathrow at this time and should contact their airlines for … Read More

Environment News Transport

Expanding London airports “not an environmental trade off” – Minister claims

21 March 2025

Expanding Heathrow and Gatwick is “crucial” for this government after years of people sticking “their heads in the sand” over plans for new runways at south east airports, the Secretary … Read More

Business Westminster

Drowning in Debt: Epsom MP Demands Thames Water Takeover

21 March 2025

Thames Water should be put into “special administration” rather than given a £3billion bailout, Epsom and Ewell’s MP said after the utility company won a major court battle to stave … Read More

Council Elections

Parliament motion to reinstate Surrey County May elections

20 March 2025

Surrey elections could still go ahead if a “fatal motion” (*see below) to overturn the decision to cancel the May 2025 ballot wins out. This year’s local elections were postponed … Read More

Council Council constitution Finances

Surrey’s BIG debt question in local government reorganisation

20 March 2025

Plans for what Surrey could look like in local government reorganisation have been agreed  but questions remain over looming debt. Councillors demanded to know how debt would be managed before the … Read More

Council Planning

Epsom & Ewell’s Local Plan under the Green microscope

19 March 2025

Epsom Green Belt Group Lodges Formal Complaint Against Borough Council Over Local Plan Submission The Epsom Green Belt Group (EGBG) has submitted a formal complaint to Epsom and Ewell Borough … Read More

Council Finances

Surrey ratches up record fines for education failures

19 March 2025

Surrey County Council is on pace to be hit with more than £1 million in fines and redress payments due to its repeated failures within its education service over the … Read More

Council Council constitution

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council has no choice but to vote for its own demise

19 March 2025

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council Divided Over Local Government Reorganisation An extraordinary meeting of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council was held on 18th March 2025, where councillors engaged in an … Read More

Football Sports

A comedy of errors – but it wasn’t funny as Epsom & Ewell FC lose again

19 March 2025

Tadley Calleva 5-2 Epsom and Ewell FC. Combined Counties League – Premier Division South. Saturday 15th March. “We are right in the s**t now” stated our Manager Warren Burton after … Read More

Arts Culture

Epsom Choral Society Delivers a Classical Delight at St Martin’s Church

17 March 2025

Epsom Choral Society Delivers a Classical Delight at St Martin’s Church March is concert season at St Martin’s Church, Epsom. Between Ashtead Choral Society on the 8th and Epsom Chamber … Read More

Council Finances

Who will be saddled with Spelthorne’s and Woking’s £3 billion debts?

17 March 2025

The Surrey Borough of Spelthorne’s financial crisis is “even more critical”, with millions in cuts needed to avoid catastrophic bankruptcy, says new report. Best value inspectors were called in to … Read More

Community Local History

Geography Squadron celebrates 70 years in Ewell

17 March 2025

In a ceremony held on Saturday 15th March in Ewell the 135 Geographic Squadron Royal Engineers commemorated their 70th anniversary at Mercator House (off Welbeck Close) by unveiling the first … Read More

Council Finances

Epsom & Ewell ranks in the middle of Surrey Councils’ tax charges

17 March 2025

Residents will face another jump in council tax bills from April 1 as local authorities have announced their budgets for the coming year. Surrey County Council, the Police and Crime … Read More

Council Housing Planning

Where the thousands of new homes will be built in Surrey’s smallest borough – Epsom and Ewell

14 March 2025

“Critical” details on nearly 5,000 homes across 35 sites in Epsom and Ewell have been laid out after the borough council submitted its planning masterplan. The local plan will shape … Read More

Council Council constitution

Local Government Reorganisation in Surrey: Key Proposals

14 March 2025

The leaders of all 12 Surrey councils have reached an agreement on the fundamental principles for an interim proposal concerning local government reorganisation (LGR) within the county. The proposal, which … Read More

Council Planning

Epsom and Ewell Local Plan Submitted for Examination

14 March 2025

Residents Encouraged to Stay Engaged and Make Representations Epsom and Ewell Borough Council has officially submitted the Epsom and Ewell Local Plan (2022-2040) to the Secretary of State for Housing, … Read More

Community Volunteers

Epsom and Ewell’s Record-Breaking Poppy Appeal

13 March 2025

The Royal British Legion’s Epsom and Ewell branch has once again demonstrated the remarkable generosity of the local community, raising a record-breaking total of £79,366.99 during the 2024 Poppy Appeal. … Read More

Council Housing Planning

Golf course housing tees off Green Belt preservers

13 March 2025

Over 200 homes will be built on a golf course in an “epoch making moment” for Surrey’s green belt. Elmbridge Borough Council’s planning committee approved developer Claudel Venture Holdings Ltd’s … Read More

Business Planning

Leatherhead to get new cinema and bowling alley?

13 March 2025

A new cinema or bowling alley could “breathe new life” into Leatherhead as part of major regeneration plans aimed at “reversing the trend of brands leaving the town”. Plans for … Read More

News

Jane Wilson-Howarth visits her Epsom alma mater

13 March 2025

North East Surrey College of Technology (Nescot) welcomed Jane Wilson-Howarth, world renowned physician, author, zoologist and an authority on travel health to the college yesterday. Jane inspired and motivated our … Read More

Community Volunteers

Epsom Runner’s Tribute to Sister Raises Over £22,000 for Epilepsy Charity

13 March 2025

An Epsom man has completed an extraordinary fundraising challenge in memory of his sister, raising more than £22,000 for national charity Epilepsy Action. Barry Ahearn, from Epsom, ran 27 half-marathons … Read More

Council Housing Planning

Dorking’s Green Gap narrowing

13 March 2025

Homes will be built on the former green belt gateway into Dorking – forever changing the character of the picturesque town. Plans to turn more than eight hectares on the … Read More

Arts

Local Choral group tackles global disruption

13 March 2025

In a world of disruption and disharmony, Ashtead Choral Society provided something of an antidote in our concert Harmonies of Humanity on 8 March at St Martin’s Church in Epsom. … Read More

Local History Planning

Surrey’s fire ruined mansion restoration plan

13 March 2025

Plans to restore an 18th century house have been waved through. The National Trust has now revealed its designs to restore and refurbish Clandon Park House to celebrate the rich … Read More

Business Planning

Box Hill keeps its pie and mash

13 March 2025

The iconic Surrey Hills will keep its classic English pie and mash shop after plans were approved for the takeaway in Box Hill. Posha’s Pie and Mash Shop, in the … Read More

Business Council

Surrey services get fire e-bike removed from Amazon

13 March 2025

A dangerous e-bike battery that caused a house fire in Surrey has been successfully removed from sale on Amazon, thanks to the proactive efforts of Surrey Fire and Rescue Service … Read More

Education News

Surrey schools not swamped by private VAT escapees

10 March 2025

Figures released by Surrey County Council suggest that state secondary schools admissions have not been overrun with private school pupils after VAT was added to fees by the Labour government. … Read More

Council Housing Planning

The Battle of Waterloo Road development

10 March 2025

The Epsom and Ewell Borough Council Planning Committee has unanimously rejected a controversial proposal for a 12-unit residential development on Waterloo Road. Councillors cited concerns over poor design, excessive height, … Read More

Rugby Sports

Sutton & Epsom Win But Gravesend Earn Vital Points

9 March 2025

Sutton & Epsom RFC 33 Gravesend 28. Saturday 8th March. Gravesend were the final visitors to Rugby Lane for this campaign, though there are a couple of road trips for … Read More

Council Finances

Could Woking’s debt be shared by you after reorganisation?

8 March 2025

Chris Caulfield of the BBC’s Local Democracy Service brings us the latest twist in the awful Woking Borough Council debt crisis. Its £2.1 billion debt accumulated under a Conservative administration … Read More

Council Council constitution

An independent view on Epsom and Ewell Council’s future

7 March 2025

Epsom and Ewell Times has invited representatives of The Residents Association, Liberal Democrats, Labour and Conservative Party to share their policies on local government reorganisation. But today we publish newly … Read More

News Transport

Epsom Ranks Among Surrey’s Best for Train Punctuality

7 March 2025

Epsom railway station has emerged as one of Surrey’s most reliable stations for punctuality and service, faring significantly better than many other locations across the county. Despite serving three major … Read More

Council Nature

Woodland Trust in Epsom and Ewell paradox

7 March 2025

The Woodland Trust (WT) has highlighted that Epsom and Ewell Borough Council (EEBC) is among the majority of local councils yet to declare a nature emergency or establish a dedicated … Read More

Council Social care

Surrey’s Cutting-Edge Respite for Families of complex-needs Adults

6 March 2025

A new £5.7million short breaks service providing much-needed respite for families caring for adults with additional needs is to be opened by Surrey County Council. Emily Lodge, located in Woking, … Read More

Council Crime Policing

Epsom and Ewell Council Approves Public Spaces Protection Order for Borough-Wide Expansion

6 March 2025

The Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Crime and Disorder Committee has voted to recommend the adoption of a borough-wide Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) following a public consultation that showed … Read More

Education News

Darts mathematics lesson for Epsom college students

6 March 2025

Nescot (North East Surrey College of Technology) College in Epsom, Surrey welcomed a trio of darts legends and MC, Paul Starr to the college Wednesday to inspire students and encourage them … Read More

News Policing

Concerns over secretive policing include Surrey

6 March 2025

Surrey Police has been affected by a nationwide push by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) to influence responses to Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, raising concerns about transparency in … Read More

Council Finances

Council Finances Under Strain as National Insurance Rises and Reorganisation Looms

6 March 2025

A new report from the Local Government Information Unit (LGIU) has raised serious concerns about the financial sustainability of councils across England, including those in Surrey. The 2025 State of … Read More

Community Council

Surrey taking care of your future care

6 March 2025

Residents in Surrey and surrounding areas are being invited to take part in the first ever Planning for Your Future Day aimed at helping people plan for the later life … Read More

Council Council constitution

Local LibDem view on Epsom and Ewell Council’s future

6 March 2025

Epsom and Ewell Times has invited representatives of The Residents Association, Liberal Democrats, Labour and Conservative Party to share their policies on local government reorganisation. Here is the second from … Read More

Council Housing

Epsom and Ewell appeal to owners of empty homes

4 March 2025

To mark National Empty Property Week, Epsom & Ewell Borough Council (EEBC) is getting in touch with owners of properties that have been empty for more than two years, to try … Read More

Business Community

Toyota Epsom donates electric carriers to local hospital

4 March 2025

Epsom HQ based Toyota UK has strengthened its support for the local community by providing two Proace battery-electric people carriers to the Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People (QEF). The … Read More

Local History News

Jekyll’s Ashtead garden plan can no longer hide

4 March 2025

Recently unearthed plans of an Ashtead garden, designed by the renowned Gertrude Jekyll, have been donated to the Surrey History Centre. Gertrude Jekyll (1843-1932) of Munstead Wood, Godalming, is celebrated … Read More

Education News

Epsom Schools Lead the Way in Pioneering Mobile Phone Pilot

4 March 2025

Glyn School and Rosebery School in Epsom are at the forefront of a groundbreaking initiative aimed at tackling smartphone distractions in the classroom. The schools, both part of the GLF … Read More

Rugby Sports

Sutton & Epsom rugby’s thorough victory

4 March 2025

Thurrock 28 Sutton & Epsom RFC 53. Saturday 1st March. Back in November, Thurrock were very unlucky to lose 33-29 at Rugby Lane as the mighty McTaggart crashed over for … Read More

Education News

Surrey University boldy go to the next galaxy

2 March 2025

A collaboration of more than 30 international institutions, including the University of Surrey, has observed vast differences in the dynamic ecosystem of smaller satellite galaxies orbiting our neighbour galaxy, Andromeda. … Read More

Football Sports

Epsom & Ewell FC caught knapping at the end

2 March 2025

Knaphill 2-1 Epsom and Ewell FC. Combined Counties League – Premier Division South. Saturday 1st March. At half time at Knaphill’s Redding Way ground, we led 1-0 after one of … Read More

Business News

THE STATION, IN STONELEIGH, REOPENS FOLLOWING MAJOR SIX-FIGURE INVESTMENT

1 March 2025

SPONSORED ARTICLE: Popular Stoneleigh pub, The Station, on The Broadway, has reopened to the public following an exciting six-figure renovation designed to revitalise the existing site and give it a … Read More

Community Education

Nescot Students Celebrate Success at Epsom Downs Ceremony

28 February 2025

Ewell based Nescot College students marked the culmination of their hard work earlier this month at the institution’s annual Higher Education (HE) Awards ceremony, held at Epsom Downs Racecourse on … Read More

Council Council constitution

Local Labour view on Epsom and Ewell Council’s future

28 February 2025

Epsom and Ewell Times has invited representatives of The Residents Association, Liberal Democrats, Labour and Conservative Party to share their policies on local government reorganisation. Here is the first from … Read More

Business News

Epsom and Ewell Leads South East in Small Business Growth

28 February 2025

Epsom and Ewell has emerged as the fastest-growing local authority in the South East of England for small businesses, according to new data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) … Read More

Council Finances

Another Surrey Borough under financial strain

26 February 2025

“Hard” times are coming to Surrey Heath Borough Council residents as millions of pounds are being cut from services, with many reduced to minimum standards, as its bleak financial situation … Read More

Council Environment

Surrey to get new recycling centre?

26 February 2025

Newspapers, cardboard, plastic bottles and tins of tuna could have a new home to go to in Surrey. Plans for a new recycling centre are on the cards on farmland … Read More

Business Local History Planning

An Epsom 17th century pub to become supermarket?

26 February 2025

A 17th century pub could be transformed into a Sainsbury’s Local. Plans have been submitted to refurbish the Grade II-listed drinking establishment, on Dorking Road in Epsom, to a convenience … Read More

Council Finances

What Epsom could do with Woking’s £75 million bail out?

26 February 2025

Critical front-line services will be spared after a huge government ‘bail out’ was agreed, bankrupt Woking Borough Council has said. Officially referred to as Exceptional Financial Support for local authorities, … Read More

Business Council

Poundland saving itself pennies in Elmbridge

26 February 2025

Poundland has been told to “show some local pride” and repair its broken shop front window and remove the graffiti from its East Molesey store. The low-price chain, which serves … Read More

Community Letters Local History

Epsom’s Horton Cemetery gets attention of two kinds

24 February 2025

Just as The Epsom and Ewell Times was about to publish a letter concerning Council efforts to tidy and make safer the boundaries of Horton Cemetery (Hook Road / Horton … Read More

Community News Volunteers

Epsom Stands in Solidarity with Ukraine on War’s Third Anniversary

22 February 2025

Epsom’s Market Place was a scene of unity and reflection today as residents, dignitaries, and members of the Ukrainian community gathered to mark the third anniversary (24th February) of Russia’s … Read More

Community Health

Epsom Man’s 56-Mile Walk to Raise Mental Health Awareness

21 February 2025

A local Epsom resident, Nicholas Mark Dulake, is set to complete an extraordinary challenge this Sunday, 23rd February 2025, as he concludes a 56-mile walk in aid of the mental … Read More

Education Health News

Surrey Uni Zebrafish Study Links Blood Pressure Drug to Potential ADHD Treatment

20 February 2025

A commonly prescribed blood pressure medication could offer a safer alternative for treating ADHD symptoms, according to a new study involving the University of Surrey. The findings suggest that amlodipine, … Read More

News Transport

Surrey sink-hole major incident

19 February 2025

A significant sinkhole has emerged on Godstone High Street in Surrey, leading to evacuations and widespread disruptions. The incident began on Monday night when a section of the road collapsed, … Read More

Council Housing Planning

Councillor thinks new Ewell homes refusal is batty

18 February 2025

Plans for four new homes in Ewell have been refused over bats potentially living in the two bungalows. Although one survey was done, councillors could not rule out there were … Read More

Rugby Sports

Sutton and Epsom Soar in Nine-Try Extravaganza

17 February 2025

Sutton & Epsom RFC 59 Dartfordians 20. Saturday 15th February. 1988, the first league season, was when Dartfordians last visited Rugby Lane on the final day of the season. On … Read More

Football Sports

Epsom and Ewell FC win for correspondent’s 2000th match

17 February 2025

Epsom and Ewell 2-1 Abbey Rangers. Combined Counties League – Premier Division South. Saturday 15th February. Richard Lambert, both a dedicated fan of Epsom and Ewell FC, a club historian … Read More

Council Finances

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council: Financial Crisis or Manageable Deficit?

15 February 2025

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is under increasing scrutiny following the resignation of Councillor Alex Coley (Independent Ruxley Ward) from the ruling Residents’ Association (RA) group. His resignation letter cites … Read More

Local History

The Plot of Gunpowder in Worcester Park

14 February 2025

Unearthing History: Worcester Park’s Gunpowder Mills Rediscovered For centuries, the quiet banks of the Hogsmill River at Old Malden Lane, Worcester Park, concealed a remarkable piece of Surrey’s industrial past. … Read More

Council Finances

Ex-Council Officers under investigation for Woking’s £2 billion debt

13 February 2025

Two former officers at Woking Borough Council are being investigated over their roles in Woking Borough Council’s bankruptcy. The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has confirmed that it is looking into … Read More

Council News

Prominent Residents Association Councillor leaves the fold

13 February 2025

Councillor Alex Coley, who has represented Ruxley Ward in Ewell for seven years, has announced his resignation from the ruling Residents’ Association (RA) group, opting to serve as an Independent … Read More

News Policing

Epsom complainant changes Surrey police procedure

13 February 2025

Surrey Police Accepts Recommendation to Improve Retention of Body-Worn Video Evidence in Complaints Surrey Police has agreed to implement a key recommendation from the Office of the Police and Crime … Read More

Council Environment

Surrey County Council’s Climate Change Progress: Successes, Setbacks, and the Road Ahead

13 February 2025

Surrey County Council (SCC) has made notable strides in its efforts to combat climate change, cutting its own carbon emissions by 38% since 2019. However, despite significant progress, challenges remain, … Read More

Council Finances

Epsom & Ewell Full Council Meeting: Budget Approved Amid Debate

12 February 2025

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council held a full council meeting on 11 February 2025, where key issues, including the approval of the council’s budget, the mayor’s upcoming engagements, and urgent … Read More

Business Council

Funding for new apprenticeships now available to Surrey businesses

11 February 2025

Businesses can grow their workforce and boost productivity in just a few clicks by getting an apprenticeship funded by Surrey County Council. As part of the Apprenticeship Levy Transfer Scheme, … Read More

Council Council constitution

 Mega Surrey council ruled out as leader says it would ‘lack accountability’

11 February 2025

Council leaders across Surrey have ruled out making the county a single mega authority. The agreement was reached during a meeting on February 7, attended by leaders from all eleven … Read More

Environment News Transport

Surrey leading the shout: “Keep the noise down will you!”

11 February 2025

An interdisciplinary network of engineers, policymakers, industry stakeholders and social scientists, led by the University of Surrey, will take on one of the UK’s most overlooked environmental challenges: noise pollution. … Read More

Council Council constitution Finances

Epsom & Ewell Council not much in the red but too much in the pink!

11 February 2025

Governance Failing Exposed by External Audit Findings The Audit and Scrutiny Committee of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council convened on 6th February 2025, where the External Audit Report by Grant … Read More

News Transport

Surrey’s new rail link to Heathrow?

11 February 2025

Plans for a new railway connecting Surrey to Heathrow and beyond have resurfaced as the track’s backers welcomed government support for a third runway at the airport. The line, called … Read More

Council Finances

Guildford Borough Council keeps its lights on

8 February 2025

A Surrey council may have “kept the lights on” and balanced the budget this year but trouble could be looming. The pessimistic warning came during the budget meeting as councillors … Read More

Council Environment

Surrey’s flood defences and energy efficiency funding

8 February 2025

Funding for Surrey’s climate change programme has been reinstated after the county council received £1.5m more in government grants than it was expecting.  Surrey’s Greener Future’s programme is a climate change … Read More

Council Housing Planning

Mole Valley setting a green belt development trend?

8 February 2025

Up to 200 new homes will be built on former green belt land despite fears they could overwhelm the already strained sewage system. Mole Valley District Council’s planning committee approved … Read More

Business Education Environment

Surrey Uni leads research to replace plastic with paper for liquids

8 February 2025

A multimillion-pound research project, called SustaPack, aims to overcome manufacturing challenges for the next generation of sustainable, paper-based packaging for liquids. Backed by a £1 million grant from the Engineering … Read More

Council Elections News

Elections Delayed as Surrey Faces Uncertain Future of Local Government Shake-Up

7 February 2025

Surrey residents will have to wait an extra year to vote in the county elections following the government’s decision to postpone the polls from May 2025 to May 2026. The … Read More

Council Finances

Surrey mansion tax debated at County Council

6 February 2025

Plans for ‘those with the broadest shoulders’ to voluntarily pay more council tax to help those in need have been labelled ‘morally corrupt’ in a heated debate. The idea is … Read More

Community News

Citizens Advice Epsom & Ewell Delivers Crucial Support Amid Rising Cost-of-Living Pressures

6 February 2025

Citizens Advice Epsom & Ewell (CAEE) has revealed the scale of its impact over the past year, with thousands of local residents receiving support on a range of pressing financial … Read More

Council Elections

Political furies over Surrey election postponement

5 February 2025

Rival political parties are furious over the cancellation of Surrey’s 2025 county council elections, with groups claiming the ruling Conservatives are “running scared”.  The government announced on Wednesday (February 5) … Read More

Council Elections News

Surrey County Council election delay stirring up a storm

5 February 2025

Surrey County Council Elections Postponed Until 2026 Amid Local Government Reforms In a significant move reflecting the evolving landscape of local governance in England, the British government has decided to … Read More

News Policing

Surrey Police hikes its Council tax share

5 February 2025

Surrey Police’s share of council tax bills will leap over £335 a year for the average Band D households. Lisa Townsend, Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) said the 4.3 … Read More

Arts Education Transport

Young Artists Brighten Up Tattenham Corner Station

4 February 2025

Passengers at Tattenham Corner station will soon be welcomed by a brand-new display of artwork, thanks to a creative collaboration between local students and The Arts Society Epsom. Led by … Read More

Crime News

Criminal car park QR codes wrong on many levels

4 February 2025

Fake QR codes, used to scam motorists into giving away their bank and card details, have been found in Guildford car parks. The scam codes have been placed on payment … Read More

Council Finances Planning

Planning a house extension in Epsom and Ewell? A hard lesson from Waverley

4 February 2025

A man who was charged £70,000 by a Surrey council said it was a “watershed moment” to be given recognition of his struggle and the right to appeal. A couple … Read More

Rugby Sports

Epic comeback against Sutton & Epsom RFC a fitting end

3 February 2025

Medway 32 Sutton & Epsom RFC 31. Saturday 1st February. It was an emotional Saturday at Priestfields as the hosts had suffered the tragic passing of their cherished groundsman Mel … Read More

Crime Policing

Online Fraud in Epsom & Ewell: Call for an Online Crime Agency

2 February 2025

Online fraud, particularly through fake retail websites, has become a significant issue both nationally and within our local community of Epsom & Ewell. Recent data underscores the pressing need for … Read More

Business News

Epsom & Ewell households drowning as water bills rise?

2 February 2025

Epsom & Ewell Residents Face Sharp Water Bill Hike as Regional Disparities Emerge From April 2025, households in Epsom & Ewell will see a substantial increase in water bills, with … Read More

Football Sports

Epsom and Ewell FC strike back for draw

2 February 2025

Sheerwater 2-2 Epsom and Ewell. Combined Counties League – Premier Division South. Saturday 1st February. Two second half goals enabled us to earn a 2-2 draw and break a five … Read More

Council Council constitution Editorial

What might local government reorganisation mean for Epsom and Ewell?

31 January 2025

As Surrey faces a significant overhaul of its local government structure, residents of Epsom and Ewell are rightfully concerned about the potential financial repercussions. The proposed reorganisation may lead to … Read More

Council Finances

Will Epsom and Ewell be bailing out Woking?

31 January 2025

Debt-ridden Woking Borough Council has approved the sale of two more assets as it continues slashing its way to a balanced budget. The bankrupt authority, with debts of more than … Read More

Council Finances

Will Epsom and Ewell be bailing out Guildford?

31 January 2025

A Surrey council faces tough decisions in the future after receiving a “very difficult financial settlement from the government”.  Guildford Borough Council has no extra funding to meet inflation and … Read More

Council Finances

Will Epsom and Ewell be bailing out Spelthorne?

31 January 2025

“Significant weaknesses” in a council’s financial records have been laid bare in a new report.  External auditors for Spelthorne Borough Council said they could not fully assess or complete the … Read More

Council Finances

Surrey County tax increase vote

29 January 2025

A council tax hike could be hitting Surrey as members take the first look at the county’s budget. Residents could see a maximum increase of 4.99 per cent on council … Read More

News Transport

Heathrow expansion reaction

29 January 2025

Heathrow has been given the go ahead to press forward with plans for  third runway that will bring in hundreds of thousands of extra flights to the West London airport … Read More

News Westminster

Parliament’s sting in the tail for Epsom and Ewell WASPIs lamented by local MP

29 January 2025

Helen Maguire, the Liberal Democrat MP for Epsom & Ewell, has expressed her disappointment after a parliamentary vote on compensating WASPI (Women Against State Pension Inequality) claimants failed to gain … Read More

Council Local History

Heritage at the heart of Epsom and Ewell

28 January 2025

The Licensing and Planning Policy Committee (LPPC) of Epsom & Ewell Borough Council convened on January 23rd, to address several key issues, including the annual Heritage Champion’s statement, fees and … Read More

Rugby Sports

Sutton and Epsom rugby away win

26 January 2025

SIDCUP 24 SUTTON & EPSOM RFC 34. Saturday 25th January. Crescent Farm has produced a bounteous harvest this season with a maximum crop yield of 35 points from a magnificent … Read More

Council Finances

Epsom and Ewell car parking fees on new levels

24 January 2025

Epsom and Ewell Council Approves Changes to Car Parking Fees and Policies for 2025/26 In a meeting of the Environment Committee on 21 January 2025, councillors approved a series of … Read More

Arts News

New artwork takes centre stage at Epsom Playhouse

24 January 2025

During January two new murals were completed at Epsom Playhouse. The murals are part of a series of vibrant public art installations across the borough. Championing the 40-year history of … Read More

Environment News Transport

“Blocks away” from airport expansions

24 January 2025

So called “blockers” to major transport projects will be cleared in a move that looks set to curb challenges to Heathrow and Gatwick Airport expansions, the Government has announced. The … Read More

News Science Transport

Surrey Uni making self-driving cars safer

23 January 2025

With self-driving cars expected to hit British roads next year (2026), a new motion forecasting framework developed by the University of Surrey and Fudan University, China, promises to make autonomous … Read More

Arts Council Finances

Epsom Playhouse £1.50 per ticket fee from 1st April

23 January 2025

The Epsom Playhouse will now charge an additional £1.50 facility fee per ticket as of the 1st April 2025. During its meeting on the 16th January 2025, the Community and … Read More

Football Sports

Epsom and Ewell’s 11 to 9 win 1 to 0

22 January 2025

Epsom and Ewell 1-0 Spelthorne Sports. Combined Counties League – Premier Division South. Tuesday 21st January 2025. It was hard not to feel sorry for the visiting Spelthorne Sports team … Read More

Education News

Parents lose trust in Surrey state “school family” admission priority

22 January 2025

A Surrey suburb is up in arms as an ‘oustanding’ secondary school could change its admissions, making it more tricky for local children to get a place.  Consultation for the … Read More

Rugby Sports

Sutton & Epsom RFC just fail to mount comeback

21 January 2025

SUTTON & EPSOM RFC 42 OLD TIFFINIANS 46. Saturday 18th January. Sutton and Epsom started this campaign with a rollicking runaway win over Old Colfeians. Since then the Rugby Lane … Read More

Housing News Planning

New homes planned for Ashtead

21 January 2025

Hundreds of new homes could be built in Ashtead if newly submitted plans to Mole Valley District Council are approved. Wates Developments and its partners, Vistry Group, have submitted outline … Read More

Community Education

Surrey Uni to lead on speech to sign GBT computer programme

21 January 2025

A large-language model (LLM) built to meet the needs of the Deaf community, translating between signed and spoken language, is the aim of a new project led by the University … Read More

Community Health

Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust Calls Out Delays to New Hospital Programme

21 January 2025

The long-awaited specialist emergency care hospital for southwest London and Surrey has faced yet another setback following the Government’s announcement about delays to the national New Hospital Programme. Epsom and … Read More

Football Sports

Epsom & Ewell FC knocked out by narrow loss

21 January 2025

VCD Athletic 1-0 Epsom and Ewell FC. Isuzu F.A. Vase – Fourth Round. Saturday 18th January. After four home wins in the competition, we departed the F.A. Vase in our … Read More

Arts Culture

Epsom Jazz Club Brings Top Talent to Town

18 January 2025

Epsom is swinging to the sound of jazz, thanks to the Epsom Jazz Club – a not-for-profit community project dedicated to bringing Nationally and Internationally renowned jazz musicians to the … Read More

Council Housing Planning

Local Plan lessons from a Surrey borough?

18 January 2025

Precious green belt sites could be at risk of speculative developments and Waverley Borough Council could be powerless to stop them after its biggest housing project was judged to be … Read More

Arts Council

The Redhill Harlequin Theatre bows out for 5 years.

18 January 2025

It could take another five years before the Redhill’s Harlequin Theatre reopens after dangerous crumbly concrete forced its closure. The popular theatre and cinema space in the heart of the … Read More

Community News

New family mediation in Epsom

18 January 2025

Relate Mid and East Surrey Launches New Family Mediation Service Relate Mid and East Surrey is thrilled to announce the launch of its new family mediation service, designed to help … Read More

Business Environment Transport

Surrey village to suffer a lot more Heathrow flights

18 January 2025

Residents could suffer “an unacceptable amount of noise” from an airport as flight directions change, meaning the number of landing planes could increase from 36 to over 300 a day … Read More

Council Health

Tackling health inequalities in Surrey

18 January 2025

Surrey County Council has been awarded 5 years of funding by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) to create a Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC). The £5m funding will … Read More