COUNCIL HOUSING

Climate motion sparks energetic debate in Council

17 April 2024

In a lively session at Epsom and Ewell Borough Council Tuesday 16th April , councillors engaged in a debate over a motion proposing a significant environmental mandate for future housing developments. … READ MORE

COUNCIL COUNCIL CONSTITUTION

Seeing through transparency in Council Chamber

17 April 2024

In a fullsome debate during the Full Council meeting of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council Tuesday 16th April, members clashed over a motion aimed at enhancing transparency in decision-making processes. The motion, proposed by … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

Council getting belted by Green Group?

17 April 2024

The Epsom Green Belt Group has submitted a “complaint” to Epsom and Ewell Borough Council, expressing grave concerns over what they perceive as significant failures in the governance, oversight, and … READ MORE

COMMUNITY SPORTS

Something special going on at Epsom baths

17 April 2024

Rainbow Leisure Centre in Epsom has recently started running tailored swimming lessons for children with special needs and disabilities. The sessions – which have proved to be a big hit … READ MORE

NEWS SPORTS

Epsom Karate Kids go global

17 April 2024

The Mo-Ichido England Karate club, nestled in the heart of Horton Country Park, made waves on the international stage as they ventured to Albena on the Black Sea coast of … READ MORE

COUNCIL HEALTH SPORTS

Boxing champions young people in Epsom & Ewell

17 April 2024

A new local boxing programme, led by Epsom & Ewell Borough Council and delivered by Epsom Boxing Academy, saw its first cohort graduate in March. 14 students, referred by local … READ MORE

COUNCIL

Not in Epsom and Ewell but other Surrey elections test the water…

16 April 2024

The fate of 116 council seats in Surrey are up for grabs as voters head to the polls on Thursday, May 2. There are 11 boroughs and districts in the … READ MORE

NEWS POLICING

Epsom and Ewell candidates dominate Police Commissioner election

16 April 2024

Nominations have closed in the race to become the next Surrey Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) with four candidates across the parties lined up. Two of the four candidates are … READ MORE

COUNCIL CRIME

Avoid ticket scams this summer

15 April 2024

Residents are being warned to be aware of online ticket scams that are catching out eager concert-goers ahead of the summer.  Surrey Trading Standards is pleased to announce the launch … READ MORE

ARTS EDUCATION

1st generation UCA graduates celebrated

15 April 2024

Two graduates from the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in Epsom, Surrey have been named in Universities UK’s 100 Faces campaign, celebrating the stories and achievements of first-generation students. … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

This defeat will not count

14 April 2024

Epsom & Ewell FC 1-3 Fleet Town. ABANDONED AFTER 55 MINUTES. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 13th April 2024. An attendance of around 80 people gathered at the … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS

Surgery delay after hip break led to death

12 April 2024

An elderly woman who tragically died after waiting five days for hip surgery prompted a coroner to raise concerns that a hospital is putting patients at risk of an early … READ MORE

NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Surrey Uni works on self-drive safety

12 April 2024

As the UK prepares to introduce legislation that paves the way for self-driving vehicles later this year, scientists and experts led by the University of Surrey have launched a new network to … READ MORE

COUNCIL CRICKET PLANNING SPORTS

Just not cricket to replace Banstead pavilion?

12 April 2024

A long-standing cricket club’s ambitious plans to construct a modern pavilion and expand its facilities have sparked a debate from people that live in the area, saying it would “ruin … READ MORE

COUNCIL EDUCATION PLANNING

New SEND school blocked by Nimby?

12 April 2024

A group of Surrey parents say they are “devastated” and fear it is back to the drawing board after plans for a ‘much needed’ special needs school will likely be … READ MORE

COUNCIL WESTMINSTER

PM confident of success in Woking

12 April 2024

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said he was “confident” that Conservatives will hold onto Woking in the upcoming local and general elections, when he was grilled about why people should vote for … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS

New born enters world by rare EXIT

12 April 2024

A 50 strong team of specialist medics crammed into an operation theatre recently to carry out a globally rare procedure on a newborn baby and save his life.  Little Freddie … READ MORE

EDUCATION NEWS

£1.1 m boost for Surrey Uni’s solar thermal research

12 April 2024

Solar-thermal devices that have the potential to transform how we heat our homes and generate power on a larger scale are being developed by a team led by the University … READ MORE

NEWS

Auto fire alarms need a 999 before fire service respond in Surrey

9 April 2024

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service has changed the way it now responds to automatic fire alarm call outs (AFAs) to residential and domestic properties, by only attending if there’s been … READ MORE

NATURE NEWS

Ewell’s wetlands to be celebrated on an open day

9 April 2024

The South East Rivers Trust (SERT) is inviting local residents to come and celebrate the newly-createdChamber Mead wetlands with a day of family fun, activities and guided tours. The celebration … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

London Calling Time with a Sutton & Epsom Win

9 April 2024

Sutton & Epsom RFC 12 Reeds Weybridge 10. Saturday 6th April. As is the format of league rugby the fixtures conclude by playing the opposition firstencountered on the opening day … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES NEWS

Surrey Councils holding unclaimed tax refunds

9 April 2024

Councils in Surrey are holding nearly £1.5million in overpaid tax that can be claimed back. People who moved to a different borough after paying their tax are supposed to be … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS

Virtual care to rise under ambulance plan

8 April 2024

Over a third of South East Coast Ambulance (SECAmb) service responses will be done remotely in a new five-year strategy. (Here “remotely” means by video call or telephone rather than … READ MORE

HOUSING NEWS

Floods with silver linings for Guildford’s housing targets?

8 April 2024

Guildford has been given the “biggest opportunity” to transform itself in a century. The Environment Agency is looking into an expanded flood prevention scheme that would save homes and businesses … READ MORE

BUSINESS NEWS

Big employment hub coming to Leatherhead

8 April 2024

The future of a possibly major employment hub in Leatherhead has been given a huge “vote of confidence”. Four new buildings and 13 industrial warehouse units will be built in … READ MORE

NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Taking a ride on Epsom’s new S2 bus

6 April 2024

More than most in the capital, South Londoners notice when the bus timetables change. Whether this stems from a love of the iconic red fleet or an over-reliance on the … READ MORE

CRIME NATURE

Tree felling foul of the law

6 April 2024

The culprits who illegally chopped down more than 100 protected trees and damaged seven others have been fined nearly £20,000, Woking Borough Council said. A landowner, together with its contractor … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS

Psychiatric bed shortages in Surrey

4 April 2024

A man tragically took his own life in Surrey after a mental health relapse, prompting a coroner to warn of a shortage of psychiatric beds in Surrey hospitals. Jonathan Harris, … READ MORE

COUNCIL NEWS

New Chief Executive for County

4 April 2024

Surrey County Council has appointed Terence Herbert as its new Chief Executive. Terence, currently Chief Executive at Wiltshire Council, was chosen after a robust recruitment process to find a replacement … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

Enforcing planning enforcement in Epsom and Ewell

29 March 2024

In a comprehensive analysis of the Epsom & Ewell Borough Council‘s planning enforcement procedures, a recent audit report titled “EPSOM & EWELL BOROUGH COUNCIL INTERNAL AUDIT PROGRESS REPORT 2023-24,” conducted … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING

Stoneleigh library flats for homeless

29 March 2024

Two flats above a library are set to be used as temporary accommodation for homeless people, Epsom and Ewell Borough Council decided yesterday (March 26).  Demand for temporary accommodation is … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

Was County HQ sold for a song?

29 March 2024

Surrey County Council faces scrutiny over its £25 million sale of a former headquarters site after it was revealed it could have a gross development value of £250 million once … READ MORE

CHRIS GRAYLING WESTMINSTER

Unstable world, religious discrimination, the Local Plan and trains

28 March 2024

We live, sadly, in an increasingly unstable world. The situation in Israel and Gaza has been and continues to be horrendous. There is a huge international diplomatic effort, involving the … READ MORE

COUNCIL PLANNING

Fast track your planning application at a premium

28 March 2024

From 1 April 2024, applicants submitting certain planning applications in Epsom & Ewell will be able to choose to ‘fast track’ their application. Developed to meet customer demands, the new … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

How many £s does it take to change a Council light bulb?

28 March 2024

The cost of changing Council light bulbs was the subject of some concern at Tuesday 26th March’s meeting of the Strategy and Resources Committee of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council. … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS

Cancer patient getting the right royal treatment

28 March 2024

The first cancer patient set to undergo a revolutionary new procedure that could cut treatment time to almost a quarter said it was a “ privilege” to be given the … READ MORE

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Chalk Pit action – a tale of two committees

27 March 2024

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council grappled with the pressing issue of noise and dust pollution stemming from the waste recycling centre, Chalk Pit off College Road in Epsom. Residents’ longstanding grievances … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE

Music for our times

26 March 2024

Shelagh Godwin reviews last Saturday’s Epsom Chamber Choir concert at St Martin’s Church. Imagine writing a piece that means a lot to you and then never hearing it performed. This … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Sutton and Epsom leapfrog Old Colfeians in the end

26 March 2024

Old Colfeians 22 – Sutton and Epsom RFC 31. Saturday 23rd March. In bygone years this was a regular league fixture and Saturday bore witness to thesixteenth such encounter between … READ MORE

COUNCIL COUNCIL CONSTITUTION

Council cancel culture?

26 March 2024

Some opposition Councillors on Epsom and Ewell Borough Council have voiced concerns over the apparently high rate of cancellation of policy and scrutiny committees of the Council on which they … READ MORE

CRIME GINA MILLER WESTMINSTER

Gina Miller Urges Ecocide Criminalization

26 March 2024

Gina Miller, the leader of the True & Fair Party, and her Party’s Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Epsom and Ewell, has called for the criminalization of ecocide, highlighting concerns over … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE

Ashtead Choral Society give a lesson in three Rs

25 March 2024

Jane Pickles reviews a concert given by the Ashtead Choral Society in Epsom’s St Martin’s Church on Saturday 16th March that included works from Rameau, Rossini and Rutter. I don’t … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Generous in defeat

24 March 2024

Epsom & Ewell FC 1-4 Horley Town. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 23rd March 2024 A strange contest took place at the Madgwick on Saturday as we hosted … READ MORE

EDUCATION SPORTS

Epsom squash team stand the squeeze

24 March 2024

When five girls from Rosebery School, Epsom formed the school’s first ever squash team just six months ago with a view to entering the England Squash National Schools Championships 2023/24, … READ MORE

LOCAL HISTORY

The Great Escape – New Unpublished Evidence

24 March 2024

A man from Ewell was involved in the Great Escape. He was caught and executed. 80 years to the day of the Great Escape The History Detectorist tells his story. … READ MORE

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

NESCOT marks 70 years with a tree

22 March 2024

Nescot (North East Surrey College of Technology) in Ewell marked seven decades since its official opening with a commemorative tree planting in the college grounds today (22.03.24). The Mayor Epsom … READ MORE

ARTS BUSINESS

More than a Hollywood Moment for Surrey

21 March 2024

Amazon MGM Studios and Netflix have taken up residence in the completed expansion of Shepperton Studios. The development makes Shepperton Studios the second biggest film studio in the world with … READ MORE

CRIME POLICING

Crime rising on Surrey farms

21 March 2024

Surrey farmers have called for police to take rural crime ‘seriously’ as it pledges to crackdown on rising incidents. The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) have welcomed Surrey Police’s commitment to tackle … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE

A concert of English music in Epsom

21 March 2024

Peter Lutton reviews a concert given by Epsom Choral Society of English music conducted by their Musical Director, Julian Collings. The concert took place Saturday 9th March at St Martin’s … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

‘Crisis point’ in local government funding

21 March 2024

Parties from across the spectrum called on the next government to change its funding model for local councils, claiming it is “not fit for purpose”. Councillor Robert Evans (Labour)

EDUCATION NEWS

Worcester Park school celebrates

20 March 2024

Worcester Park‘s Linden Bridge School caters for 144 students with autism and complex social and communication needs from four to 19-years-old, including 20 in the sixth form and a residential … READ MORE

BUSINESS COMMUNITY

Surrey’s vulnerable without expert legal advice 

19 March 2024

Surrey has become a ‘legal aid desert’, marked by a critical shortage of support services, leaving vulnerable individuals without expert advice on key issues such as, community care, education, and … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Sutton and Epsom blow the Cobwebs away

18 March 2024

Sutton & Epsom RFC 49 Cobham 13. Saturday 16th March. Having lost to the basement boys of London Cornish, the Exiles gaining their firstwin on the road for over a … READ MORE

BUSINESS EDUCATION

Surrey Uni taking lead on future network security

17 March 2024

A national effort is needed to train the next generation of the United Kingdom’s workforce in intelligent and resilient telecom networks, says a world-leading 5G and 6G expert from the … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Balham, gateway to the …. defeat

17 March 2024

Balham 2-0 Epsom & Ewell FC. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 16th March 2024. On Saturday we made our second visit of the season to the Mayfields Stadium … READ MORE

COUNCIL SOCIAL CARE

Work starts on Surrey’s respite centre for autistic people

17 March 2024

Families set to benefit from new short breaks accommodation being built in Woking helped mark the official start of work at a milestone groundbreaking ceremony. The purpose-built £5.7m facility will … READ MORE

COUNCIL TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Surrey Borough running ahead on bio-fuel

15 March 2024

The first Surrey council to switch its entire vehicle fleet from diesel to waste fats and cooking oil said the move could cut emissions by about 90 per cent. Runnymede … READ MORE

BUSINESS COMMUNITY SPORTS

Should we be going to…..?

15 March 2024

The Specsavers Surrey Youth Games is back. Following on from the success of the games last year, a wide range of activities are available in Epsom & Ewell again, including … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS

Better private – public health communications could prevent deaths

15 March 2024

A young woman tragically took her own life in Surrey prompting a warning from a coroner over communication barriers between hospitals. Meghan Chrismas, who suffered from anxiety disorder, depression, complex … READ MORE

ARTS EDUCATION

Soni of Stagecoach Epsom lands lead role

15 March 2024

Vishal Soni student of Stagecoach Performing Arts in Epsom landed the lead role in the National Theatre’s musical production of Roald Dahl’s The Witches. Vishal fought off strong competition in auditions … READ MORE

COMMUNITY NEWS VOLUNTEERS

Fire Assembly for Ukraine

14 March 2024

Saturday 10th March a Bronto Fire Engine came to Epsom’s Market Square outside the Assembly Rooms. A crowd gathered to admire the magnificent machine and wish it well on its … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES POLICING

It’s not a fair cop? Cllr. Coley on police funding

14 March 2024

Did you know that Surrey is the only police area in the country where local residents pay more towards policing than central government? The share of the burden is 55% … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

“Bonkers but essential” job to cut back jobs?

14 March 2024

‘Bonkers but essential’ is how a new £75,000 job, running bankrupt Woking Borough Council’s decimated leisure and communities services is being described. Last month, the council cut more than £8million … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES NEWS

Surrey County Council workers to strike?

13 March 2024

Staff at Surrey County Council could walk out after a “record number” of people backed strike action –  unless the authority makes a significantly improved pay offer, unions have said. … READ MORE

HEALTH NEWS

Varying opinions on local maternity services

13 March 2024

Epsom and St Helier Hospital NHS Trust claims it has a ‘strong’ maternity service despite failings in a recent CQC report. Safety in the maternity service was rated ‘inadequate’ in a … READ MORE

COMMUNITY COUNCIL VOLUNTEERS

Civic awards at civic reception

12 March 2024

The Epsom and Ewell Mayor’s civic reception took place at Bourne Hall, Ewell on Friday 8th March. The “great and the good” of the Borough, including Member of Parliament Chris Grayling, … READ MORE

NEWS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

New Bus Route for S2 through the Borough

12 March 2024

The transport landscape in East Ewell has seen a significant improvement with the inauguration of Bus Route S2. Commencing operations on 2nd March 2024, the S2 service now runs seven … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

Local Government monopoly board at play?

12 March 2024

Surrey County Council has added another building to its property portfolio after buying the Victoria Gate site from Woking Borough Council in a deal that will net the bankrupt authority … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Salts rescue a point from the Kiln

10 March 2024

Redhill 1-1 Epsom & Ewell FC. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 9th March 2024 An 85th minute equaliser from Zach Ingham-Wright earned us a well-deserved point from a … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

Boats on the canal “your time is up”?

9 March 2024

Basingstoke Canal could stop leisure activities like boat hire and camping because they’re not financially viable. The 32-mile-long Basingstoke Canal was jointly acquired by Hampshire and Surrey County Councils in … READ MORE

CRIME NEWS

Surrey “relay” car thieves sent down

9 March 2024

Four members of an organised crime group (OCG) responsible for the theft of 53 high value vehicles in Surrey and the South-East have been sentenced to a total of 12.5 … READ MORE

COMMUNITY GUEST COLUMN

Chinn up for women

9 March 2024

On International Women’s Day (Friday 8th March) and Epsom and Ewell’s association with the struggle for equal rights for women through the actions and death of Emily Davison, local Labour … READ MORE

BUSINESS COUNCIL FINANCES WESTMINSTER

Mixed reaction to Hunt’s budget in Surrey

6 March 2024

In a significant development outlined in today’s Spring Budget, Surrey MP and Chancellor Jeremy Hunt confirmed the Surrey County Deal agreement, heralding a new era of devolution for Surrey County … READ MORE

BUSINESS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Water company blind to Mole pollution?

6 March 2024

A single Surrey river and its tributaries have had more than 4,500 hours of raw untreated sewage dumped into it by Thames Water already this year, according to a campaign … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

Woking’s whopping bail out and tax rise

5 March 2024

Woking Borough Council has raised its share of tax by 10 per cent.  It comes as the bankrupt council was offered an “exceptional” £785 million Government bail out The major … READ MORE

CRIME NEWS

False schizo claim rapist gets 8 years

4 March 2024

Following a three week trial an Epsom man who claimed schizophrenia goes down 8 years for rapes. Joseph Head, 25, of Chase Road, Epsom, was found guilty of three counts … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Cornish Collect Crucial Win on Heartbreak Hill

4 March 2024

Sutton & Epsom 22 – London Cornish RFC 31 . Saturday 2nd March. The fixture at the Richard Evans Memorial Playing Fields in November was notable for thedebut of Willem … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

March puts spring in Salt’s steps

4 March 2024

Epsom & Ewell FC 6-2 Sandhurst Town. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 2nd March 2024. Cast your mind back just four days to our heaviest defeat of the … READ MORE

BUSINESS TRANSPORT AND ENVIRONMENT

Gatwick Airport Expansion

2 March 2024

The six-month inquiry into Gatwick Airport’s plan to double capacity is underway. Airport chiefs at the country’s second busiest airport want to modify its northern runway so that it can … READ MORE

BUSINESS COUNCIL

Surrey takes over enterprise partnerships

1 March 2024

Businesses will be at the heart of Surrey’s economic growth as they are set to benefit from a single strategic vision and leadership for the Surrey economy as part of the … READ MORE

EDUCATION NEWS

IoT Launch: Nescot Welcomes Industry Leaders

29 February 2024

The Sussex and Surrey Institute of Technology (IoT) at North East Surrey College of Technology (Nescot) in Ewell welcomed over 60 guests at its opening event on Wednesday 28 February. … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

Computer lets down County Council workers

28 February 2024

Surrey County Council’s new £30 million payroll system has left staff “wiping tears of frustration and helplessness” over missed payments, it its claimed.  It is claimed that the payroll system … READ MORE

COMMUNITY

Money advice and more for free in Epsom and Ewell

28 February 2024

A report published in October of 2023 by the UK mental health charity Mind found 2.7m people had considered suicide due to financial pressures and over the last couple years … READ MORE

COUNCIL SOCIAL CARE

More Surrey children in care to be cared for in Surrey

28 February 2024

In a move to bolster support for children in care, Surrey County Council has announced the inauguration of three state-of-the-art children’s homes, marking a significant stride in their commitment to … READ MORE

NEWS POLICING

Surrey Police roots out non-PC conduct

27 February 2024

There is a culture of “sexualised conversations” within a Surrey Police training group, an officer’s gross misconduct hearing panel heard. PC Adam Watkins was found culpable of making sexually inappropriate … READ MORE

COUNCIL CRIME

Primary school blighted by drive-by fly-tipper

27 February 2024

A “horrible, antisocial” pile of rubble was fly tipped outside a popular Surrey primary school by a lorry in a drive-by dump and run. Neighbours heard a truck driving down … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

A Green Group that won’t belt up

26 February 2024

In a comprehensive critique of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council‘s handling of the Local Plan, a local environmental advocacy group, known as Epsom Green Belt, argues there are shortcomings in the … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Face saved by late rally

26 February 2024

Epsom & Ewell FC 3-4 Alton. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 24th February. A competitive and entertaining, if niggly encounter at the Madgwick on Saturday ended with visitors … READ MORE

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Two years on – Epsom stilled by Ukrainian voices

24 February 2024

Saturday morning the Epsom community gathered at the Epsom Market Place to mark the solemn occasion of the second anniversary of the start of the war in Ukraine. Organized by … READ MORE

COUNCIL CRIME FINANCES

Police probe abuse of public funds

24 February 2024

Suspected fraud and alleged breaches of procedure in Guildford Borough Council’s housing maintenance team have snowballed, culminating in a police investigation.  Last year, the council instigated a staff investigation following … READ MORE

FAITH

Lessons in slowing down in Surrey

23 February 2024

St Augustine’s Abbey in Chilworth, near Guildford Surrey, will open its doors to the public on May 18, 2024, offering a rare insight into the world of Benedictine monks. This … READ MORE

COMMUNITY HEALTH

Bags of Confidence in Epsom for cancer survivors

22 February 2024

Epsom-based cancer support charity Look Good Feel Better is partnering with Epsom Café Moka in the Ashley Centre for a pop-up sale of preloved bags on Thursday 29th February 2024 … READ MORE

ARTS BUSINESS

All things Epsom in art work

22 February 2024

A young artist’s work was unveiled for the first time on 16th February at The Ashley Centre in Epsom. Created in celebration of all things Epsom, the giant mural by … READ MORE

COUNCIL HEALTH

Surrey’s hotline for mental health

22 February 2024

Ahead of Helpline Awareness Day (Friday, 23 February), Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Surrey County Council are highlighting a local 24-hour NHS mental health crisis helpline that … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

Here we go again on the Local Plan?

21 February 2024

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council has launched a dedicated FAQ section on its website to inform residents about the ongoing development of the borough’s Local Plan. According to the Council … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE

Arts plan to surprise Surrey and nation

21 February 2024

In a bold move to redefine Surrey’s cultural landscape, a comprehensive strategy and vision for the years 2024–2034 has been unveiled by The Surrey Cultural Partnership (SCP). The “Surprising Surrey: … READ MORE

ARTS CULTURE

English music for Lent in Epsom

21 February 2024

Stainer’s The Crucifixion is a classic of the Victorian era which is still loved by church choirs and choral societies. It tells the story of Christ’s Passion with compelling arias … READ MORE

COUNCIL HOUSING PLANNING

New housing around Surrey’s cathedral in contention

21 February 2024

A developer is arguing the benefits of 124 new homes next to Guildford Cathedral outweigh the potential harms to the heritage and green space.  Vivid Homes is appealing for a … READ MORE

EDUCATION NEWS

The fellowship of NESCOT

20 February 2024

Nescot (North East Surrey College of Technology) Reigate Road, Ewell, celebrated student success at the annual Higher Education (HE) Awards graduation ceremony at Epsom Downs Racecourse earlier this month (7th … READ MORE

COUNCIL HEALTH

Coroner catalogues care failures in diabetic death

19 February 2024

Surrey County Council (SCC) has been accused of not taking its responsibilities seriously after an eighteen-year-old tragically died from diabetes. Jake Baker, an 18-year-old with a learning disability and type … READ MORE

RUGBY SPORTS

Outwitted by Sidcup’s set pieces

19 February 2024

Sidcup 45 Sutton & Epsom RFC 22. Saturday 17th February. Sutton & Epsom RFC first played at Crescent Farm in February 1898 and it is a delight to record thatmodern … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

First win of the year for Epsom & Ewell FC

18 February 2024

Camberley Town 1-2 Epsom & Ewell FC. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 17th February 2024 After seven successive defeats we finally opened our account for 2024 with an … READ MORE

COMMUNITY EDUCATION FAITH

New Family Centre grows out of Nursery

18 February 2024

For nearly 25 years Epsom Methodist Nursery has been providing early years childcare in the heart of Epsom – just two minutes from the town centre. Now the Nursery is … READ MORE

BUSINESS COMMUNITY

Business that connects by insulating

18 February 2024

The Wickes Community Programme has donated insulation products to the value of £1000 to help struggling families in the local community. This initiative is run by the Epsom based charity, … READ MORE

BUSINESS COUNCIL

A boozy blow to Epsom’s “gentrification”?

15 February 2024

Epsom’s new B&M bargains store, formerly Wilko, can sell booze from 7am-11pm despite a resident’s concerns it could “attract the wrong crowd”. After entering administration last summer, the former Wilko … READ MORE

COUNCIL FINANCES

No budging on Council budget

14 February 2024

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council met for two hours Tuesday 13th February to debate the proposed budget and Council tax increase for 2024/2025. Councillors received a 288 page report containing … READ MORE

LOCAL HISTORY

Spitfire downed Messerschmitt over Epsom

14 February 2024

What connects Epsom’s Market Square statue of Emily Davison and the Spitfire that shot down a German Messerschmitt over the Town in World War 2? “WW2 People’s War” is an … READ MORE

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

2 years on Epsom to gather in solidarity with Ukraine 

13 February 2024

The Epsom & Ewell Refugee Network (EERN) and Surrey Stands with Ukraine (SSWU) are calling upon the community to join them in a special gathering on Saturday February 24th at … READ MORE

BUSINESS COMMUNITY NEWS

30 years’ smile stamped on local Post Offices

12 February 2024

Postmistress Nidhi Prashar has reached her 30 years’ milestone of serving Post Office customers in Surrey. Three decades ago, Nidhi and her husband, Anil, bought Oxted Post Office and for … READ MORE

HOUSING NEWS

Epsom 3rd in a 2024 “Best Places to Live”

12 February 2024

In the latest edition of national estate agents “Garrington’s Best Places to Live” index for 2024, Epsom has clinched the third spot after an assessment of rankings in a range … READ MORE

FOOTBALL SPORTS

Salts defeated in presence of legend

11 February 2024

AFC Croydon Athletic 5-2 Epsom & EwellFC. Combined Counties League – Premier Division. Saturday 10th February. Despite scoring seven times in matches against AFC Croydon Athletic this season, we only … READ MORE

CRIME NEWS

Murder investigation in Epsom

9 February 2024

A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a man at a residential address in Epsom on Wednesday (7 February). Officers were called to Eleanor Avenue at 9pm … READ MORE

BUSINESS NEWS

Another news in store for Epsom!

9 February 2024

Following Primark‘s announcement it is opening in Epsom we have a further welcome boost to the local economy, B&M are thrilled to announce the launch of its brand-new store in Epsom, Surrey. … READ MORE

CRIME POLICING

Epsom PC is tough on crime and the causes of crime

9 February 2024

Police Constable Bethan Evans-Jones has been working to reduce shoplifting in Epsom & Ewell including working with one prolific individual who has recently been convicted of 24 counts of theft. … READ MORE

EDUCATION NEWS

Epsom MP cuts ribbon of new nursery

9 February 2024

Children at a new nursery welcomed MP Chris Grayling who cut the ribbon to officially open the new provision at an Epsom school. The Vale Primary School now offers a … READ MORE

BUSINESS NEWS

Primark to open in Epsom

9 February 2024

Primark will occupy 44,000 sq ft in the former House of Fraser space in the Ashley Centre, Epsom, utilising two floors and sitting adjacent to the scheme’s central square near … READ MORE