Epsom & Ewell Times

Community Christmas Post
2023-11-27 17:00 - 2023-12-14 20:00 UTC | Epsom Methodist Church, Ashley Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5AQ, United Kingdom
7th Epsom (Methodist) Scouts are once again providing a local delivery service for Christmas Cards in the Epsom area (KT17, KT18, KT19, and KT21 post codes). Price is just 50p per card. Post boxes will be in place from 28th November in over 20 locations; see our web site for details

Christmas Fair
2023-11-25 10:00 - 14:00 | St Martins, Church Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PX, United Kingdom
Craft stalls, children’s activities, model railway, books, CDs, Christmas decorations, refreshments & BBQ! All in the lovely surrounds of Epsom’s largest historic building.

Sale of Hand Knitwear, Christmas cards, etc
2023-11-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Station Pub, Stoneleigh Broadway, Ewell, Surrey, KT19 2JA, Station Pub, Stoneleigh Broadway, Ewell, Surrey, KT19 2JA, United Kingdom
Sales will be held to raise money for a laser which will help remove bladder cancer at Epsom General Hospital. Handmade woolly hats, gloves, jumpers, babywear, scarves, baby shawls, knee blankets, shawls, recycled Christmas cards, soft toys and other miscellaneous items. Will you help us raise £10,000 with your support on Tuesday, 21st November?

Elijah
2023-11-18 19:30 - 21:30 | St Martins, Church Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PX, United Kingdom
Epsom Choral Society sings Mendelssohn’s great oratorio, Elijah, with outstanding soloists and orchestra in St Martin’s Church in Epsom on Saturday 18th November 2023 at 7:30pm.
First performed in 1846 at Birmingham Town Hall, Mendelssohn’s Elijah is widely regarded as one of the greatest oratorios of the Romantic era. Inspired by the biblical account of the prophet Elijah, the oratorio was composed in the spirit of Mendelssohn’s baroque predecessors, Bach and Handel.
Under the baton of Julian Collings, the performance will bring together a stellar cast of soloists, including soprano Elizabeth Findon, mezzo-soprano Judy Brown, tenor John Findon, and bass James Geidt.

Ukraine Social and Music Evening
2023-11-11 18:00 - 21:30 | Epsom Methodist Church, Ashley Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5AQ, United Kingdom
Come and join Ukrainians and their hosts in an evening of “bring and share” food and provided soft drinks. All followed by an hour of superb musical and poetic performances from our Ukrainian friends in the locality.
Entry is free to all. A donation to our collection at the end of the evening is welcome to help us support Ukrainian refugee musicians.
A friendly welcome atmosphere in the Worship Area of Epsom Methodist Church in the centre of Epsom.
Brought to you by the charities Epsom Music, Epsom Refugee Network and Surrey Stands With Ukraine.

East Surrey Poverty Truth Commission Launch
2023-11-08 11:30 - 13:30 | Bourne Hall, Spring Street, Ewell, Surrey, KT17 1UF, United Kingdom
The launch of the East Surrey Poverty Truth Commission is open to any organisations or individuals who are concerned about the rising number of local residents who are struggling financially and want to do something about it.
This is a unique opportunity to hear from people with experience of living on a low income, and to explore how we can all work together to tackle poverty and reduce the need for the Foodbank.

Epsom Jazz Club - Giacomo Smith: Trav'lin Light
2023-11-07 19:30 - 22:00 | The Oaks Room, In the Conservative Club, 39 Church St., Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PW
For their Autumn Season finale, Epsom Jazz Club welcome Italian-American composer, producer and mighty fine reed man, Giacomo Smith.
Known for his work as the founder of influential UK band Kansas Smitty’s, honing Smitty’s sound over five acclaimed studio albums, Giacomo has also amassed numerous years of touring across the EU and US.
For this very special performance he will be presenting “Trav’lin Light”, a brand new project which sets out to explore the under travelled land of “folk-jazz”, a term coined by one of his inspirations, clarinettist, Jimmy Giuffre.
A truly fantastic evening of music.

Petite Messe Solennelle by Rossini
2023-11-04 19:30 - 21:30 | St Martins, Church Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PX, United Kingdom
Ashtead Choral Society performs Petite Messe Solennelle by Rossini
Saturday 4th November 2023, 7:30 pm – 9.45pm
St Martin’s Church, Epsom, KT17 4PX
Conducted by Andrew Storey, with soloists Lucy Cox (soprano), Susan Legg (alto), Adam Tunnicliffe (tenor), Philip Tebb (bass), accompanied on two pianos and harmonium by Stephen Ridge (piano), Simon Phillips (piano) and

Lucy Morrell (harmonium).
Ironically, Rossini’s Petite Messe Solennelle (Small Solemn Mass), is neither small nor particularly solemn! A naturally witty composer, it was entirely characteristic of Rossini to play with his audience’s expectations in this way. Most famous for his 39 operas, it might also be no surprise that, in this ostensibly religious piece, the vocal writing is unashamedly operatic.
In this, the great composer’s final work, the music ranges from hushed intensity to boisterous high spirits and abounds with the memorable tunes and rhythmic vitality for which Rossini became justly famous. It is a heart-warming and celebratory piece, bursting with humour, charm and sincerity.
Tickets £18 in advance, £20 on the door, £9 under 25s. TICKETS INCLUDE PROGRAMME. Book online at:
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/ashteadchoralsociety/t-vvzdnpx
or via:
https://ashteadchoralsociety.org.uk
by phone: TicketSource 03336663366 (£2 fee applies)

FREE CONCERT - Love Without Labels
2023-11-04 14:00 - 17:00 | Bourne Hall, Spring Street, Ewell, Surrey, KT17 1UF, United Kingdom
An event to celebrate and support LGBTQ+ people in the community. Music, art and mental health.

Ashley Road WWII Air Raid Shelter - Underground Tunnel Tour
2023-11-04 11:00 - 12:45 | Surrey
Join us in Epsom to venture underground on torchlit tours to explore amazing hidden wartime air raid shelter tunnels! Find out the mystery surrounding the first building of the shelter and how Epsom Council created the Ashley Road Deep Level municipal air raid shelter to attempt to protect the citizens of the sleepy suburbs from Luftwaffe attack during the Second World War. Constructed 50 ft underground, the tunnels provided shelter to 1,500 people. The last of Epsom’s air raid shelters which remains accessible. Spaces limited. For full details and bookings visit website.

Quiz Night
2023-11-03 19:30 - 22:30 | The Conservative Club, 39 Church Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PW, United Kingdom
A fabulous Quiz Night to raise funds for Age Concern Epsom & Ewell
Not a whizz with a quiz? It really doesn’t matter as our wonderful quizmaster, Eber Kington, will provide a highly entertaining evening for all to enjoy.
Gather your team of 6 or book individually and we’ll include you in a group.
Slices of pizza, nibbles and a drink included in the ticket price.

Evening Meditations
2023-10-28 19:30 - 21:30 | St Martins, Church Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PX, United Kingdom
CONTEMPLATIVE MUSIC FOR CHOIR AND SAXOPHONE
Epsom Chamber Choir are eagerly looking forward to their first concert programmed and directed by new conductor Jack Apperley.
Presenting an intriguing combination of pieces for choir and saxophone, the centrepiece of the first half is a series of ‘nocturnes’ arranged by Christian Forshaw. Their guest saxophonist Naomi Sullivan will also join the choir in works by James MacMillan and Will Todd. In addition, the programme includes music from composers Paul Mealor, Gail Randall and Cecilia McDowall with the second part of the concert devoted to the contemplative and much-loved Requiem by Herbert Howells.

Nettle and Markham Piano Duo
2023-10-14 16:30 - 17:30 | St Martins, Church Street, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PX, United Kingdom
Making a very welcome return to the concert series at St Martin’s Church are not only the international pianists David Nettle and Richard Markham but also their rare and remarkable Pleyel Double Piano. They will be performing some exquisite French music that was written for this ‘push me pull you’ beast of the musical world. Their Saturday afternoon concert is a prelude to a week of recording an album in the church which they favour for its excellent acoustics. Drinks will be served after the concert which lasts about an hour. Admission is by donation.

AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 CHURCHES - talk
2023-10-14 14:00 - 15:30 | Ruxley Church, Ruxley Lane, Ewell, KT19 0AF, United Kingdom
£7 SCPT members, otherwise £10
£5 per person for groups of four or more
An illustrated talk by Andrew Plumridge, architect and trustee
Andrew attributes his love of churches to his time spent pumping air into the old organ at Burpham Church, earning ten bob a time for weddings and nothing on Sundays. “When you’re pumping that lever up and down,” he says, “you have plenty of time to enjoy the architecture and pray for electrification!”
After graduating as an architect he first took on the role of Special Projects Surveyor to the Cathedrals Advisory Commission, working at Wells, Exeter, Lincoln and York, before serving as architect to the dioceses of Oxford, Winchester, Guildford and Salisbury. He served as architect advisor to the Berkshire Churches Trust for 27 years and became a trustee to the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust in 1998.
Although best known as an expert on architectural follies, his talk will take us on a tour of amazing churches from around the world and some of the extraordinary man-made monuments to God.
All funds raised from Andrew’s talk will help Surrey’s church buildings via conservation grants made by the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust, a registered charity run 100% by volunteers. We are looking for volunteers and trustees.

Epsom Jazz Club - Fraser Smith Quartet
2023-10-10 19:30 - 22:00 | The Oaks Room, In the Conservative Club, 39 Church St., Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PW
Playing at Epsom Jazz Club this October – quite simply an all-star lineup of UK Jazz musicians.
Saxophonist Fraser Smith has brought together some of the best on the scene; Steve Brown on drums, Rob Barron on keys and Simon Read on bass.
In 2022 they recorded an album together, primarily comprised of Fraser own compositions, and in April 2023 released “TipTop!” to huge acclaim.
An album launch at Pizza Express Soho commenced a tour across the UK, and now for the Autumn leg of the tour – we can’t wait!
Another not-to-be-missed evening of Jazz in the calendar.

Mayor's Charities Curry Night
2023-10-10 19:00 - 22:30 | Tamarind Spice, 234/236 Chessington Road, Ewell, Surrey, KT19 9XF
A fundraising event in support of the Epsom & Ewell Mayor’s Charities 2023:
Age Concern Epsom & Ewell
Love Me Love My Mind
citizens advice Epsom & Ewell
A buffet dinner , bring your own bottle(s)
Tickets £30 each

Art Surrey Art Fair
2023-10-06 18:00 - 2023-10-08 17:00 | The Duchess Stand, Epsom Downs Racecourse, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5LQ, United Kingdom
Let your creative senses be tingled from the moment you arrive as Art Surrey offers art lovers and collectors the chance to browse and purchase artworks from over 80 of the most exciting contemporary and traditional artists selling today.
Curated by Art Surrey and Caiger Art to include established and emerging independent artists specialising in: Painting, Digital Art, Mixed Media Art, Photography, Sculpture, Glassworks and Ceramics. With more than 3000 artworks ranging from £50 to over £3000, there will be something for everyone!
Buy tickets from https://artsurrey.co.uk/tickets/
Preview Evening
Friday 6th October: 6.00pm – 9.00pm – £12 per person
(Ticket includes complimentary fizz on the Friday evening and unlimited weekend entry)
Public Open Days
Saturday 7th October: 10am – 6pm – £6 per person
Sunday 8th October: 10am – 5pm – £6 per person
(Free weekend entry for children under 16 and £4 weekend concession for OAP’s on the door)
Advance tickets can be purchased from our ticket service provider EVENTBRITE, or on the door at the event

What is Climate Change and what can I do about it?
2023-09-27 19:30 - 21:30 | Epsom Methodist Church, Ashley Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5AQ, United Kingdom
John Mackintosh, will be talking to us to explain the science and much more, and
will also answer questions. He is the Environment Manager at Mole Valley
District Council, and Environmental Consultant at GreenGoals. John is an expert
in his field, so his talk should prove to be very informative. GreenGoals help
companies and local government to make decisions on how to reduce emissions.
Climate change is affecting the whole world. Unusual weather is causing floods, extreme
temperatures, droughts along with natural disasters that may or may not be a direct
result of climate change.
Thousands of people are already dying.
Thousands more are having their homes and belongings destroyed.
The world is changing and some feel that it is already too late to do anything but to do
nothing is not an option!
Our future generations depend on us doing the right thing NOW!
But what is the right thing?
The problem is an international problem and governments must find the answer?
Can I really make a difference?
What can I do?
Come and find answers to your questions with Eco-friends in Epsom.

Spring Awakening
2023-09-26 19:30 - 2023-09-30 22:00 | Surrey
Epsom Players present the rock musical Spring Awakening. The winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, told by Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater through what Entertainment Weekly called, “the most gorgeous Broadway score this decade,” Spring Awakening explores the journey from adolescence to adulthood with a poignancy and passion that is illuminating and unforgettable. The landmark musical is an electrifying fusion of morality, sexuality and rock and roll that is exhilarating audiences across the nation like no other musical in years.

Health & Wellbeing Fair
2023-09-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Rosebery Park, Ashley Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5AQ, United Kingdom
Please visit our Health & Wellbeing Fair taking place in Rosebery Park, Epsom. This free event includes talks and demonstrations from groups and small businesses that promote living wellness. Have your posture checked, your back massaged, your body stretched, your mind and tastebuds nourished plus lots more. Children can find their rhythm, have their faces painted and join our fun and informative Tree Trail, (trail entry fee applies) with a prize for completion.
The fair is hosted by Age Concern Epsom & Ewell to help raise funds and awareness for the services that we provide for our older community.

SALE OF GOODS BY EPSOM MEDICAL EQUIPMENT FUND
2023-09-22 11:00 - 16:00 | Station Pub, Stoneleigh Broadway, Ewell, Surrey, KT19 2JA, Station Pub, Stoneleigh Broadway, Ewell, Surrey, KT19 2JA, United Kingdom
A sale of knitwear for babies, young children ; haberdashery – materials, buttons, miscellaneous items; DVD’s, CD’s, shawls, pictures, scarves, cushion covers, knitting needles, china ornaments, china wear, bric-a-brac, etc. All monies raised will go towards the purchase of life-saving medical equipment which will benefit the community that live within the Epsom General Hospital catchment area. Come and have a browse. Further information from Bess Harding Tel: 020 8337 8181

Epsom Jazz Club - Omar Puente & Ilario Ferrari: "Mediterranean meets Cuba"
2023-09-12 19:30 - 22:00 | The Oaks Room, In the Conservative Club, 39 Church St., Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PW
Epsom Jazz Club returns for another season of three formidable concerts, commencing in September with the incredible duo of Cuban violinist Omar Puente & Italian pianist Ilario Ferrari.
They have performed their show “Mediterranean meets Cuba” a number of times in London at Sold Out venues and are delighted to bring it to Epsom for the first time.
Taking us on a journey from Cuba to southern Italy and back again, exploring the encounter between the afro-cuban Jazz tradition and the Mediterranean culture.
Buy tickets online now, or at the door on the night (if still available).

'50 LGBTQI+ who changed the world' exhibition
2023-09-08 09:30 - 2023-09-22 17:00 | Bourne Hall, Spring Street, Ewell, Surrey, KT17 1UF, United Kingdom
The exhibition pays tribute in 50 portraits to the activists, personalities, writers, and artists who have advanced the LGBTQI+ movement and celebrates those who have fought to create a more inclusive and tolerant world. Explaining why he started the project, Manelli says “It’s not just about individual stories…it’s about how we can respect everyone in this society.”

Charity Dinner at the Ristorante Sorrento, Tolworth
2023-09-06 19:00 - 22:00 | Ristorante Sorrento, 379 Ewell Road, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 7DE
A charity fund raising dinner will be held in aid of Epsom Medical Equipment Fund at the Ristorante Sorrento, 379 Ewell Road, Surbiton KT6 7DE on Wednesday, 6th September at 7 p.m. to raise money for medical equipment for Epsom General Hospital which will benefit the local community. There will be a three course set menu for you to choose from in advance. Price for this three course meal is £25 excluding drinks. Why not come and join us, make new friends or catch up with those you know. Bookings must be in advance Tel: 020 8337 8181 from Bess Harding

Antiques Valuation by Newland Antiques in aid of Epsom Medical Equipment Fund Ltd.
2023-08-22 11:00 - 14:00 | Station Pub, Stoneleigh Broadway, Ewell, Surrey, KT19 2JA, Station Pub, Stoneleigh Broadway, Ewell, Surrey, KT19 2JA, United Kingdom
Antique Valuation Day with Newland Antiques Ltd. who have been organising valuation days for many years. You are invited to attend and get an assessment and valuation (£2 per item will be collected by EMEF). Bring along your valuables, you may be delighted by the cash offer made. Valuer will discuss your best course of action and either make an offer of purchase or provide advice on your other options. Come along, you may be pleasantly surprised. It is worth noting that Gold is at the moment at an all time high purchase figures.

Epsom Jazz Club - Sat 5th Aug 7.30pm - Nat Steele Quartet
2023-08-05 19:30 - 22:00 | The Oaks Room, In the Conservative Club, 39 Church St., Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PW
After the overwhelming success of our maiden weekend concert in March, Epsom Jazz Club is pleased to announce another bonus Saturday evening gig this August!
Nat Steele brings his quartet to Epsom with 2 sets of swinging, modern straight-ahead jazz, with a tip of the hat to the great vibraphonist Milt Jackson in celebration of Jackson’s centenary year this year. The band features pianist Rob Barron, Jeremy Brown on bass, and Mark Taylor on drums.

Epsom Jazz Club - Andy Davies Trio
2023-07-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Surrey
Epsom Jazz Club’s Summer Season finale will be led by award-winning British trumpeter, writer & comedian Andy Davies.
Ronnie Scott’s resident trumpeter for over 15 years will be joined by award-winning 29-year-old jazz guitarist Rob Luft and highly revered Italian-born double bassist Mikele Montolli.
Andy adores the music from the hard bop and soul jazz era of the 50s and 60s particularly by the trumpet-led bands that recorded primarily for the premier New York based jazz record labels of Blue Note and Prestige.
This concert is going to be special! Tickets just £18 – buy them in advance now.

Epsom and Ewell Art Group Summer Exhibition
2023-07-03 09:00 - 2023-07-16 16:00 | Surrey
The Epsom and Ewell Art Group is holding a Summer exhibition of painting and drawings at Denbies Wine Estate Art Gallery from 3rd -16th July. Everyone is welcome, so please come to browse the many different styles and mediums on display. Artworks are also available to purchase.

The London Eid Al-Adha Fair
2023-07-02 12:00 - 18:00 | Epsom Racecourse, Tattenham Corner Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5LQ
Join us at The London Eid Al-Adha Fair, a free event at Epsom Downs Racecourse with indoor and outdoor exhibits, food, fun activities, and unique shopping opportunities. Your voluntary contributions help us keep this not-for-profit initiative going. Celebrate Eid Al-Adha with your loved ones and experience the culture and traditions of London. Don’t miss out!

Tour of Commonwealth War Graves Commission burials in Epsom Cemetery
2023-07-02 10:00 - 11:30 | Surrey
Epsom cemetery holds the remains of 229 people commemorated by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. The event will explain the origin of the CWGC and its work to date. It will also provide some detail on the 148 grave CWGC plot within Epsom Cemetery, and then visit some of the 83 burials scattered throughout the cemetery. Obtain tickets from Eventbrite, see attached flyer.
