Epsom Hospital Radio goes National
Back in 1978 two patients in Epsom District Hospital were having a discussion about music. It turned out that they were both DJs and between them they decided to launch … Read More
Category: Volunteers
Banking on you and me in Epsom and Ewell
The Epsom and Ewell Time Bank is launching soon and they’re having a social gathering early June 2023. If you’re interested in registering or have any questions, this is your … Read More
Walking citizens funding advice
People from across the borough joined forces with Citizens Advice Epsom & Ewell (CAEE) to raisevital funds for those at the forefront of the cost-of-living crisis. Nearly 50 staff, volunteers … Read More
Epsom & Ewell’s Coronation Champion
Brownie leader Mary Zoeller from Epsom has been recognised for her outstanding volunteer work by Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Led by Queen Camilla, the Royal Voluntary Service … Read More
Dutch scouts go English in Epsom & Ewell
For over 35 years a close friendship has existed between the 1st Cuddington Sea Scouts in Epsom & Ewell District and the Karel Doorman Zeeverkenners Groep of Bergen Op Zoom … Read More
A Valentine unloved for over 125 years, till now
Another short and tragic life buried in an unmarked grave in Epsom’s abandoned Horton Cemetery is brought to life by one of the volunteer team of researchers. The full story … Read More
Epsom Rotarians win Citizen Award.
Each year the Council formally recognises a member of the Epsom and Ewell community who goes above and beyond in a voluntary and/or campaigning capacity. The Active Citizen award is … Read More
“Imagine this house is in Epsom” says our man in Ukraine.
Epsom based Surrey Stands With Ukraine’s charity director returned from Ukraine recently. Interviewed yesterday by Epsom and Ewell Times (E&ET). E&ET: Why did you go?Lionel Blackman: The fantastic Epsom and … Read More
Flight of refugees: history repeating?
Epsom and Ewell Times marks Holocaust Memorial Day (Friday 27th January) with an article about Surrey characters who saved Jews from persecution and we report on the work of a … Read More
10 mile Epsom Downs run and photos for charity
The race known as The Tadworth 10 was held on Sunday 8th January 2023 at 11.30am, started and finished at Epsom Racecourse. The race is a scenic and challenging 10 miles, … Read More
The seasonal goodwill of Epsom and Ewell
In the middle three weeks of December local rotarians escorted Father Christmas around the streets of Epsom accompanied by Tilly the train and a band of helpers from local youth associations. … Read More
Local poverty moves 12 year old to give up pocket money
Merland Rise church caretaker told LDRS* reporter: “Last week a young girl, about 12 years old, came and knocked the door. She’d gone to Asda with her pocket money and … Read More
Recycling for food
A group of environmental volunteers in Surrey is helping support its local community by recycling items that the council cannot accept through their kerbside recycling bin collections. Catherine Banks, Founder … Read More
Xmas balloon race and a hamper for charity
Epsom Rotary are raising funds for many local good causes this Christmas. Take part in a virtual balloon race or guess the value of a hamper donated by Honey and … Read More
Are you listening?
Epsom & Ewell Talking Newspaper, established in 1974, give three cheers for long-serving Volunteers! ‘In recognition of long service and invaluable contribution to volunteering for the Epsom & Ewell Talking … Read More
Will Epsom’s Foodbank ever end?
A Gala fundraising dinner was held recently to recognise 10 years of Epsom & Ewell Foodbank, with guests encouraged to sign up to the new ‘End Poverty Pledge’. Nearly 200 … Read More