Council Council constitution News

Epsom and Ewell to Go East in Surrey shake-up

28 October 2025

The Government has confirmed plans to abolish Surrey’s two-tier system of local government and replace it with two single-tier unitary councils — East Surrey and West Surrey — in what … Read More

Local History Obituary

A former Epsom Long Grove Hospital patient remembered for his pacifism

27 October 2025

Barney Cohen (1897–1970) By his nephew, Andy Strowman There is a very quiet cemetery in London — East Ham Jewish Cemetery. You may be the only visitor there apart from … Read More

Rugby Sports

Battling Beckenham Take Sutton & Epsom RFC The Full Distance

27 October 2025

Sutton & Epsom 22 Beckenham 19. Saturday 25th October. This fixture is rapidly gaining a reputation for fabulous finishes. Two seasons ago the visitors triumphed 42-41 on a sweltering afternoon … Read More

News

Ewell’s Sporting Ambition for Gibraltar Rec Hits the Rocks

27 October 2025

£3.1 Million Sports Hub Proposal at Gibraltar Recreation Ground Rejected amid Transparency and Planning Concerns Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Strategy and Resources Committee (S&R) rejected a proposal to spend … Read More

Community Council Social care

Calculating the cost of care in Surrey

27 October 2025

Surrey residents and their families can now benefit from a simple new online tool to help them be prepared for the costs of care, if they become less able. Many … Read More

Community Nature News

Walk brings the wonders of the Solar System to Nonsuch Park

27 October 2025

Epsom & Ewell, Saturday 25th October 2025 — Visitors to Nonsuch Park can now enjoy a journey through the Solar System thanks to the successful launch of the Nonsuch Park … Read More

Community Council

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council Remembrance and Armistice Day activities 2025

24 October 2025

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is proud to announce that Remembrance and Armistice Day memorial services, parades and activities will take place across the borough to honour those who have … Read More

Community Volunteers

Is there a neat solution to struggling Epsom Common Club?

24 October 2025

The long-established Epsom Common Club remains closed but not forgotten, as a handful of volunteers continue restoration work and urge fellow members to help decide whether a partnership proposal could … Read More

Council Education

Surrey SEND place surge – is it enough?

24 October 2025

Surrey County Council has announced the creation of almost 500 new specialist school places for children and young people with additional needs and disabilities during the 2025/26 academic year. The … Read More

News

Surrey Fire service workshop needs maintenance check

24 October 2025

The garage that keeps Surrey’s fire engines safe and running is “no longer fit for purpose”, according to a new report Surrey County Council has admitted that the Surrey Fire … Read More

Arts Council Finances

Dorking’s “behemouth” of a “black hole”

23 October 2025

The “behemoth” that is Dorking Halls has been labelled a “black hole” that sucks in all resources around it after an additional £3.34million in maintenance work was approved. The new … Read More

Athletics Sports

Epsom and Ewell Harriers return with gold aplenty

23 October 2025

A number of Epsom & Ewell Harriers travelled to the beautiful island of Madeira for the European Masters Athletics Championships and returned with a big haul of medals. In total, … Read More

Environment News Transport

Heathrow expansion – what it may mean for Epsom

23 October 2025

The Government has launched a review of the Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS), which sets out the policy framework for major airport expansion. The key points: Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander … Read More

Council News

Surrey County Council under pressure over safeguarding review

21 October 2025

Surrey County Council is facing growing calls to come clean about when it will publish the findings of its independent review into how it dealt with Pride in Surrey and … Read More

Council Council constitution News

Surrey County Council LGR leaflet misleading claim

20 October 2025

Claims of potential corruptions of due process have been levelled at key figures linked to Surrey County Council’s local government reorganisation (LGR) plans. The charges were put in a letter … Read More

Council Elections

Surrey elections: Democracy delayed, democracy denied?

20 October 2025

Surrey’s politicians have clashed over rumours that Conservative council leaders have tried to stop local elections taking place next year. An article in The Times this week, by Max Kendix, … Read More

Council Planning Westminster

Surrey home extension charges aired in Parliament

20 October 2025

“Complex and inflexible” rules that unintentionally and “unfairly penalise” homeowners with six-figure fines “for the apparent crime of building a home extension” will be reexamined, the housing minister has said. … Read More

Rugby Sports

Epsom’s Rugby Team Make Light Of Missing Men To Go Top

20 October 2025

Gravesend 12 Sutton and Epsom RFC 29. Saturday 18th October. Sutton and Epsom arrived at the Rectory Field seeking a return to winning ways following their first loss of the … Read More

Council Elections

LibDems continue to rise in Surrey

19 October 2025

The blue wall has crumbled a bit further with the Liberal Democrats having completed a clean sweep in Surrey, winning all six by-elections in a county once seen as the … Read More

Editorial

Local government reform or just more layers?

17 October 2025

EDITORIAL When Whitehall speaks of “streamlining” local government, most people imagine fewer tiers of decision-making, simpler accountability, and a shorter distance between citizen and power. Yet, as the picture for … Read More

Council Council constitution

Where do we stand on local government reorganisation in Epsom and Ewell and the County?

17 October 2025

The future shape of local government in Surrey is moving into its final stage, with national and local plans converging on the abolition of all borough, district and county councils … Read More

Health Volunteers

Epsom Hospital’s support for bereaved mum of baby

17 October 2025

A Tadworth mother whose baby died tragically from a rare infection aged only eight days has praised the nurses and midwives who supported her family during “the darkest time in … Read More

Environment News

Epsom Downs leftovers

15 October 2025

Heaps of leftover racing dirt and old equipment have been abandoned on Epsom Downs, prompting criticism of the “weed-infested eyesores”. Epsom Civic Society has raised the alarm over soil heaps … Read More

Council Environment

Ewell High Street gets a cleaner bill of health

15 October 2025

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Environment Committee has agreed to revoke the Air Quality Management Area (AQMA) for Ewell High Street, marking a major milestone in local environmental improvement. The … Read More

Rugby Sports

Sidcup Burst The Sutton & Epsom Bubble

13 October 2025

Sidcup 22 Sutton & Epsom RFC 12. Saturday 11th October. Sutton & Epsom first visited Crescent Farm in 1914 for a 25-0 win and it is a delight that, despite … Read More

Community Volunteers Westminster

Epsom MP leads cross-party delegation to Ukraine to examine impact of explosive weapons

12 October 2025

A cross-party delegation of UK Parliamentarians has travelled to Ukraine to assess the humanitarian and environmental impact of explosive weapons and to strengthen cooperation between the two countries on mine … Read More

Community Foodbank Volunteers

Handmade in Epsom and Ewell: local makers unite to support Epsom Foodbank

10 October 2025

Handmade in Epsom and Ewell (HiEE) will hold its first community event, The Festive Makers Fair, on Saturday 29th November 2025 from 10am to 3pm in the Youth Hall at … Read More

Council News

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s Annual Report

10 October 2025

EEBC publishes an Annual Report amid some questions over priorities and spending. Epsom & Ewell Borough Council has released its 2024/25 Annual Report, showcasing a range of achievements over the … Read More

Community Education Health

Surrey inequality report challenges ‘leafy county’ myth

10 October 2025

The idea that Surrey is all leafy lanes, golf courses and big houses is a myth, according to a new report. Despite being a prosperous area of the country, the … Read More

Education Health News

Defibrillators delivered by drone?

10 October 2025

A groundbreaking project testing how drones could be integrated into the UK’s 999 emergency response system to deliver defibrillators to out-of-hospital cardiac arrest patients has been launched by the University … Read More

Business Education

Epsom and Ewell College Principal wins Silver at National Business Women’s Awards

10 October 2025

Julie Kapsalis recognised for bridging the gap between boardroom and classroom. Nescot’s Principal and CEO, Julie Kapsalis, won silver in the ‘Community Champion’ category at the National Business Women’s Awards … Read More

Arts Community Environment

Ewell East underpass transformed by new community mural

10 October 2025

A once grim and intimidating underpass in Ewell East has been given a striking new look thanks to a community mural designed to tackle anti-social behaviour and instil pride in … Read More

Council Environment

Inquest into Banstead tree fall death of 12 year old

10 October 2025

A full inquest into the death of 12-year-old Brooke Wiggins, who was crushed to death by a falling tree branch on the Surrey and South London border last year, is … Read More

Community Health

Reducing food waste nationally and in Epsom and Ewell

10 October 2025

A growing number of major UK supermarket chains are removing ‘best before’ dates from many fresh fruit and vegetable products in an effort to reduce food waste. Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, … Read More

Council Environment

Three new schemes to help Surrey residents save energy and cut costs

10 October 2025

Surrey County Council is launching three new schemes to help residents make their homes warmer, greener, and more affordable to run. With over 300,000 homes in Surrey energy rated D … Read More

Business Community

“Outstanding” rating for Worcester Park based carers

10 October 2025

Trinity Homecare Group is delighted to announce that its Worcester Park-based visiting care service has been awarded an ‘Outstanding’ rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) following a recent inspection. … Read More

Business Education News

Surrey Uni to open in India after UK PM’s visit

10 October 2025

Surrey joins new UK Universities in India Alliance while on UK trade mission to India  The UK’s universities can be a “skills and research accelerator” for the potential of the … Read More

Council Housing Planning

 Historic Surrey Hills mansion saved from falling into “rack and ruin”

10 October 2025

An additional 27 homes will be built at an abandoned Surrey Hills mansion and stables to stop the heritage buildings falling into “rack and ruin”. In February 2023, Mole Valley … Read More

News Westminster

Not MPs’ expenses again!?

8 October 2025

Some Surrey MPs have racked up thousands of pounds in hotel stays or London rent, despite their constituencies being within commuting distance of Westminster. The rules allow MPs who live … Read More

Council Finances

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council reveals scale of vacancies and agency costs

8 October 2025

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council is currently carrying 56 vacant posts, according to figures released under the Freedom of Information Act. The disclosure sheds light on the staffing challenges facing … Read More

News Westminster

Poll points to further Conservative decline in Surrey

5 October 2025

Reform UK is in line to win its first Surrey seat, according to a major YouGov poll. The survey of 13,000 people’s voting intentions suggests three Surrey MPs would lose … Read More

Business Council News

Businesses get £2 million boost in Surrey

3 October 2025

An economic boost worth millions, scores of new jobs and hundreds of local opportunities will be delivered thanks to funding awarded to dozens of businesses by Surrey County Council. From … Read More

Community Health

Get paid for falling over in Surrey study

3 October 2025

With 219,000 fall-related emergency hospital admissions among people aged 65 and over in England in 2023/24, a new trial at the University of Surrey is exploring how smart flooring could help prevent … Read More

Finances News Transport

Surrey gets a sinking feeling over cost of its holes

2 October 2025

Has Surrey become Britain’s sinkhole capital? Well, the figures certainly point in that direction. Surrey County Council is on track to spend a staggering £1.6m fixing the collapsed 65ft hole … Read More

Community Local History

A snapshot of Romany Gypsy life in Woking

2 October 2025

Written and visual sources for the lived experience of Romany Gypsies in the county are rare so a collection of copy photographs of the Baker family of Sunridge/Sundridge Camp, Old … Read More

Community Nature

Cuddington birdwatch could go Epsom and Ewell Borough-wide?

2 October 2025

What started as a local experiment in Cuddington has grown into one of Epsom and Ewell’s liveliest community-led wildlife projects. After hearing news of the planned Grafton Stables nature reserve, … Read More

Health News

Redhill care home put under special measures

2 October 2025

A supported living service in Redhill has been rated “inadequate” and put into special measures after inspectors said they uncovered six legal breaches. The health watchdog slammed the service as … Read More

Community Council Sports

Epsom’s Rainbow Leisure Centre Places new operators

1 October 2025

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is pleased to confirm that Places Leisure will take over the operation of the Rainbow Leisure Centre in Epsom from 1 October. This follows the … Read More

Council Council constitution

Epsom and Ewell Council CEO contests ‘culture of secrecy’ claim and outlines fixes

1 October 2025

Audit & Scrutiny grills council on transparency Epsom & Ewell Borough Council’s Audit & Scrutiny Committee on 30 September 2025, chaired by Cllr Steven McCormick (RA Woodcote and Langley), devoted … Read More

Arts Culture News

From Epsom to the Big Screen

1 October 2025

Dean Puckett Returns Home with His Debut Feature The Severed Sun for a Special Screening and Q&A next week Wednesday 8th October!  A special homecoming event is set to light up the … Read More

Council Finances

Epsom reserves vs investment

29 September 2025

A bid to raid a Epsom and Ewell council’s multi-million pound property reserves to pay for crumbling public buildings has been thrown out by councillors. Epsom and Ewell Borough councillors … Read More

Community Health

Rehabilitation Hub in Leatherhead rehabilitated

29 September 2025

Epsom residents are set to benefit from a new integrated musculoskeletal (MSK) facility following a significant investment at Leatherhead Hospital. The Leach Rehabilitation Hub has undergone a comprehensive transformation, creating … Read More

Council Housing Planning

Stage 2 Examination of Epsom & Ewell’s Local Plan opens Tuesday

28 September 2025

The Inspector appointed to examine Epsom & Ewell Borough Council’s draft Local Plan, C Masters MA (Hons) FRTPI, will open Stage 2 hearings at Epsom Town Hall, The Parade, KT18 … Read More

Council Council constitution

Caterham’s parochial battle…. a sign of things to come?

27 September 2025

Caterham could soon be governed by a single town council after a majority of residents backed the idea – but the proposal has split opinion among councillors and locals. At … Read More

Horse racing Sports

Epsom Racecourse: Preview and Tips for Sunday’s Seven-Race Card

27 September 2025

It’s Epsom Racecourse’s season finale Sunday, and the seven-race card card features the Apprentices’ Derby Handicap, alongside four other handicaps, a conditions stakes and a novice. Read on for a … Read More

Council Transport

Half price Surrey bus journeys for under 20s soar to one million

27 September 2025

19,000 young people aged 20 and under are now benefitting from 50% off bus journeys across Surrey. The Surrey LINK card was developed by Surrey County Council in 2023 to … Read More

Council Education

Partnership for Inclusion of Neurodiversity expands into 70 Surrey schools

27 September 2025

The Partnership for Inclusion of Neurodiversity in Schools (PINs) has begun its second year in Surrey, extending support from 41 to 70 schools. The programme, a joint initiative by NHS … Read More

Arts Community Culture

Guildford theatre stage for a community cultural hub

27 September 2025

Yvonne Arnaud Theatre marks 60th birthday with major transformation On Wednesday 10 September, the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford hosted a 60th Birthday Concert celebrating both a milestone anniversary and … Read More

Community News

Bookham to get new community centre

24 September 2025

After six years of waiting and false starts, Bookham is finally getting a new community centre. The old Bookham Youth Centre on Lower Road shut its doors in 2019 after … Read More

Community Council

Surrey’s “suffer the little children…” tested

24 September 2025

Plans to turn a family house into a home for vulnerable children on a Surrey street have been given the green light despite strong opposition from its future neighbours. A … Read More

Community Education

Surrey Uni finds gay vets face discrimination

24 September 2025

A new study from the University of Surrey and the Royal Veterinary College has highlighted the ongoing presence of discrimination and its impact on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and other … Read More

Council Transport

Epsom’s potholes. We’re not alone…

24 September 2025

‘Sink holes happen’ was the blunt message from a Surrey highways officer when asked if the council had the budget to repair five crumbling suburban roads. In fairness, council budgets … Read More

Education News

Epsom and Ewell’s NESCOT plumbs the heights

24 September 2025

Nescot’s gas and plumbing apprenticeship provision has been awarded a City & Guilds End Point Assessment (EPA) plaque for excellence in apprenticeship delivery. Elizabeth Akinlaja, City & Guilds Business Development … Read More

Community Culture Local History

Epsom & Ewell’s French racing twin is a favourite

24 September 2025

The Château de Chantilly has been selected as Monument Préféré des Français 2025 (France’s Favourite Monument), surpassing 13 other iconic sites in a national vote. It succeeds the 24 Hours … Read More

Community Faith

Thousands of Young Muslims Gather in Surrey to Raise the Union Flag

24 September 2025

While London headlines were recently dominated by a divisive political rally, a very different gathering of young British Muslims took place quietly in the Surrey countryside. From 19–21 September 2025, … Read More

Community Environment Planning

From field to fight: Bramley camp faces enforcement questions

23 September 2025

An unauthorised traveller camp has been built on land earmarked for inclusion in the Surrey Hills National Landscape – and now plans to make the site permanent have been submitted. … Read More

Rugby Sports

Reigatian Hoodoo Broken: Sutton and Epsom Scale the Heights

23 September 2025

Old Reigatian 14 Sutton and Epsom RFC 49. Saturday 20th September. Sutton and Epsom may have enjoyed the better start to the campaign with two victories compared to their opponent’s … Read More

Arts Council

Dorking Halls to shut again for restoration?

20 September 2025

One of Surrey’s “largest and most comprehensive arts and performance” spaces could shut its doors again if the next phase of its near £10m revamp is approved. Dorking Halls closed … Read More

Council Housing Planning

Elmbridge resists London’s creep into Surrey

20 September 2025

Outline plans for 60 homes on the edge of a Surrey village have been scrapped again in a bid to stop “London creeping towards us”. Elmbridge councillors said the land … Read More

Community Health

Epsom residents to get “care closer to home”?

20 September 2025

Residents across East Surrey and Surrey Downs are set to benefit from more joined-up healthcare closer to home, as the area becomes one of the first in the country to … Read More

Council Transport

Dorking to slow down?

20 September 2025

Plans to cut speed limits in Dorking town centre to 20mph are being considered. Surrey County Council is looking at cutting speeds along the A25 Reigate Road, West Street, South … Read More

Council Finances

Surrey Heath steps up sell-off drive as council debts mount

20 September 2025

Surrey Heath Borough Council is accelerating the disposal of local assets to reduce its debts, with both car parks and town centre shops now on the block. At its September … Read More

Business Council Planning

Energy storage plan takes a battering from a Surrey Council

20 September 2025

A bid to build a huge battery storage farm on green belt land in Shepperton has been thrown out after councillors decided it didn’t pass the ‘special circumstances’ test needed to build … Read More

Education Westminster

Epsom and Ewell MP calls for SEND action

17 September 2025

Helen Maguire MP for Epsom and Ewell renewed her call for immediate government action to address the crisis in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) services, following her attendance at … Read More

Housing News Planning

Big housing development coming to Guildford

17 September 2025

Guildford could soon see one of its biggest housing developments in decades, with fresh plans submitted to build up to 1,800 new homes at Gosden Hill. Developers Martin Grant Homes … Read More

Community Health

Laser gift to Epsom Hospital shines light on the hand of Jimmy Hendry

17 September 2025

The arrival of a major piece of medical equipment always lifts spirits among hospital staff—but the recent installation of a £40,000 laser at Epsom General Orthopaedics held particular poignancy, bringing … Read More

Business Education

Surrey Uni studies the climate friendly way to grow our lettuces

17 September 2025

Vertical farming has been hailed as a futuristic answer to Britain’s food security challenges – but a new study led by the University of Surrey suggests the picture is more … Read More

Business Community News

Big improvements required of Epsom care home

17 September 2025

An Epsom care home has been told it needs to make big improvements after inspectors found residents were being left to lead “very isolated lives.” Fir Trees House, a residential … Read More

Arts Culture News

Epsom’s Milly to share spotlight with West End star Kerry Ellis

17 September 2025

Local talent will step into the limelight at the Epsom Playhouse this Thursday, when Stagecoach Epsom student Milly Playle performs alongside one of Britain’s most celebrated West End stars, Kerry … Read More

Council Education

Surrey’s education failings cost £1 million

15 September 2025

Surrey County Council’s failings have cost the authority more than £1m in fines and redress payments over the past two years – the vast majority within its education services, newly … Read More

Rugby Sports

Dartford fail to bridge the gap with Epsom rugby

15 September 2025

Sutton and Epsom RFC 33 Dartfordians 29 Saturday 13th September Last season’s meetings between these two clubs reflected the Sutton and Epsom campaign. The early encounter in Bexley was one … Read More

Cricket Sports

13 September 2025

Surrey County Cricket Club ground in the red

A Surrey sports ground is set to get a £114,000 hand out to keep it afloat after the site racked up a big budget shortfall last year. But councillors insist … Read More

Council Housing

No Place Like Home – Until Surrey Sells It

13 September 2025

Families have been left worried sick and children devastated after Surrey County Council decided to sell their homes “to ensure best value” in the “disposal of public assets”. Residents say … Read More

Horse racing Sports

Today’s racing at Epsom racecourse

11 September 2025

This afternoon’s first race is a two-year-olds’ seven-furlong novice (1.37). Each of the seven runners have been seen before, with the best currently presenting as Ollie Sangster’s Red Tsarina, who … Read More

Council News

Epsom library opening to register births and deaths

11 September 2025

Surrey’s Registration & Nationality Service has been undergoing changes over the past year with the aim of providing an improved experience for residents at important life moments. Dated and non-energy … Read More

News Planning Policing

Surrey Police HQ development dogged by flood risks

11 September 2025

Plans to redevelop Surrey Police’s Mount Browne headquarters in Guildford — including a new dog training school — have been green-lit for a second time despite fresh flood risk modelling … Read More

Community Council News

Surrey County Council flags up the flag issue

10 September 2025

Surrey County Council has set the record straight about whether residents can hang flags from lampposts. In a statement shared with councillors and online, the authority said: “We recognise the … Read More

Horse racing Sports

Should Epsom’s Derby revert to Wednesday?

9 September 2025

Epsom-based trainer: make the Derby “London’s Race” as town’s training revival gathers pace “There’s a genuine feel that Epsom is back on the map” Epsom-based trainer George Baker says the … Read More

Council Finances Policing

Surrey Police tax set to rise

8 September 2025

Council tax bills could keep climbing despite warnings residents could be getting less bang for their buck. Surrey’s Police and Crime Commissioner has insisted she “will not ask the public … Read More

Community Council

The young of Epsom and Ewell can be legends

8 September 2025

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is proud to announce its new local initiative – Epsom & Ewell Young Legends – an exciting programme of sports and creative activities taking place … Read More

Rugby Sports

Sutton and Epsom rugby season opener

8 September 2025

Having enjoyed their first winning season since lifting the Level 5 title in 2018-19 Sutton approached this new campaign with renewed vigour, optimism and purpose. The opening fixture was a … Read More

Community Education News

New Centre at Nescot gives vision impaired students “the best of both worlds”

8 September 2025

A new Centre of Excellence for vision impaired young people has opened at the North East Surrey College of Technology (Nescot) in Ewell. The initiative is run by the Royal … Read More

Council Housing Planning

Epsom care home to become hotel and staff HMO

7 September 2025

A former Surrey care home is being given a new lease of life – not for elderly residents but as a mix of hotel rooms and shared housing. The Elders, … Read More

News Policing

 Anti-catcalling campaign triggered ‘vitriolic’ backlash

7 September 2025

Surrey’s Police and Crime Commissioner has said the “vitriolic” online abuse she faced after an anti-catcalling trial campaign went viral shows why tackling violence against women and girls must remain … Read More

Local History News Transport

King Athelstan returns to Kingston

7 September 2025

Podcaster and historian Tom Holland was in Kingston on Thursday 4th September to mark the 1,100th anniversary of the coronation of King Athelstan, regarded as England’s first monarch. At a … Read More

News Transport Westminster

Pavement Parking: Epsom & Ewell MP Speaks Out

7 September 2025

3rd September Helen Maguire, Liberal Democrat MP for Epsom & Ewell, spotlighted i

Business Community News

Godstone’s gasworks fury while sinkhole not fixed

3 September 2025

Godstone residents are up in arms over suddenly announced gasworks on a ‘major cut through’’, warning the closures could turn traffic into a nightmare and hit local businesses – all … Read More

Arts Culture Local History

Surrey to mark 50 years since the death of playwright R.C. Sherriff

3 September 2025

This November marks the 50th anniversary of the death of Robert Cedric Sherriff (1896–1975), the Surrey-born playwright and screenwriter best remembered for his First World War play Journey’s End. Sherriff, … Read More

News Policing

3 September 2025

A former Surrey Police officer secretly got back with his ex while under investigation for behaviour in their relationship – then tried to persuade her to retract a statement, a … Read More

Education News

Surrey expansion of SEN places

3 September 2025

An ‘Outstanding’ Surrey school could open a new satellite site at another primary- around eight miles away.  Surrey County Council has revealed plans to expand a top-rated school for children … Read More

Community Faith Local History

Epsom’s Parish Church Marks 200 Years

29 August 2025

This September, Epsom pauses to celebrate the 200th anniversary of its parish church, the Church of St Martin of Tours. For two centuries the building has stood at the centre … Read More

Community Local History News

Two new Epsom and Ewell virtual day trips unveiled

28 August 2025

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council has launched two new inclusive tours, part of their Virtual Day Trips series, in partnership with Whistlestop Tours. These tours explore Epsom and Ewell, shining … Read More

Horse racing News

Epsom racecourse caught short of loos on family day

27 August 2025

A long-standing racegoer has written to the Epsom & Ewell Times to complain of what she described as “a complete lack of sanitation facilities” at Epsom Downs Racecourse during the … Read More

Business Health News

Surrey care home concerns

26 August 2025

The death of a 76-year-old man, who was found on the floor with fractured ribs, has led to concerns over safety of the remaining residents at a Surrey care home. … Read More

Horse racing Sports

Epsom’s bank holiday racing results

26 August 2025

The seven-race card at Epsom on Monday afternoon saw a good spread of results with a pair of winning favourites alongside some less anticipated victors, with some very impressive winning … Read More

News Transport

Epsom rail commuters brace for fare increases

26 August 2025

Commuters travelling from Epsom to London terminals are set to pay significantly more for their journeys next year if government policy on rail fares continues unchanged. The current cost of … Read More

Council Finances

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council debt update

26 August 2025

Councils across the UK have added a further £7.8bn to their collective borrowing in the last year, leaving local authorities with debts of £122.2bn – the equivalent of £1,791 for … Read More

Community Housing News

RNIB blind to the interests of its Epsom residents?

24 August 2025

The future of Swail House in Epsom, a landmark housing estate for visually impaired people, has become the subject of debate as residents and the Royal National Institute of Blind … Read More

Education Health News

Prostate cancer vaccine research launched in Surrey

22 August 2025

In September 2025, The Prostate Project, a Guildford-based volunteer-led charity, will launch a £250,000 campaign to raise funds for a prostate cancer research project widely anticipated to be ‘game-changing’.   … Read More

Education News

Epsom schools celebrate GCSE results

22 August 2025

Epsom schools have been celebrating another strong year of GCSE results, with both Glyn School and Rosebery School reporting exceptional performances from the Class of 2025. At Glyn School, 86% … Read More

Community Faith Local History

Epsom commemorates VJ day

18 August 2025

St Martin’s Church, Epsom, was filled on Friday 15th August as the borough came together to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day – the end of the Second World … Read More

Health News

Local MP speaks out on Epsom Hospital’s bed-blocking

16 August 2025

Epsom & Ewell’s MP, Helen Maguire, has called for urgent action on social care after visiting Epsom Hospital’s accident and emergency department this week. The Liberal Democrat MP met hospital … Read More

Business Council

No alcohol sales between 3am and 7am rules Epsom licensing committee

15 August 2025

An Epsom corner shop has been given the green light for longer trading hours – but stopped short of being allowed to serve alcohol 24/7.  Ruxley Food & Wine, an … Read More

Education News

Epsom’s boys’ and girls’ schools celebrate A level results

15 August 2025

Epsom’s two prominent secondary schools, Rosebery and Glyn, are celebrating outstanding A-level and vocational qualification results, with this year’s achievements marking new highs in performance and student destinations. At Rosebery … Read More