‘I don’t believe I am a political person’: Surrey leader reflects
As Surrey heads into the new year, the mood at Woodhatch Place, the county council’s head quarters, is one of reflection and quiet apprehension for the year ahead. For Tim … Read More
Epsom and Ewell one of the most expensive places to own a home in the UK
Residents in Epsom and Ewell could be spending the equivalent of more than four-fifths of a single average salary on mortgage repayments, according to a new affordability analysis published by … Read More
East Surrey gets new Police Station
Surrey Police’s near two-year hunt for a replacement to its shut, dangerous, crumbly concrete riddled Reigate station is over – with people only needing to walk travel miles to the … Read More
Epsom Christmas carols of two colleges and a council
In the first and a unique festive venture for the Borough of Epsom Ewell a special carol service was held in the Chapel of St Luke, Epsom College this evening. … Read More
Epsom waste site plans refused after years of noise and disruption complaints
Plans to retrospectively approve changes at a controversial waste and recycling site near Epsom have been refused, following years of complaints from residents about noise, dust and early-morning lorry movements. … Read More
From Abramovich’s frozen wealth to Epsom’s Ashley Centre – support for Ukraine continues
The Government has announced that £2.5 billion from the frozen proceeds of the sale of Chelsea Football Club by sanctioned Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich is to be directed towards humanitarian … Read More
Surrey countryside campaigners warn new planning rules risk more speculative development
Local countryside campaigners have voiced strong concerns over the Government’s newly announced changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), warning that the reforms could increase speculative development across Surrey … Read More
Surrey to have a Mayor?
Surrey will get a mayor despite months of uncertainty and a lack of solid confirmation from the government, the county council leader has insisted. Tim Oliver said he is “confident” … Read More
A year in the life of Epsom’s Deputy Lieutenant Mary Zoeller
From scout band concerts to royal visits, the past year has offered Epsom resident Mary Zoeller a front-row view of some of Surrey’s most inspiring community activity. Appointed a Deputy … Read More
Derby Prize Money to Rise to £2m as Epsom Seeks to Reassert Its Place at the Top of British Racing
The Derby at Epsom is set to regain its position at the very summit of British flat racing after The Jockey Club confirmed that prize money for the 2026 renewal … Read More
Epsom mural project to celebrate neurodiversity
A major new public art project celebrating neurodiversity is planned for Epsom, led by local autistic artist Marcele Silvina Rodrigues White, following support from the rail operator and council to … Read More
Cobham Cruise Past Epsom & Ewell in 4–0 Chalky Lane Defeat
Epsom and Ewell FC 0 – 4 Cobham Combined Counties League Premier South. Venue Chalky Lane Chessington. The Salts succumbed to their worst home defeat of the season, losing 0-4 … Read More
Late Penalty Breaks Epsom Hearts in 34–33 Thriller
Dartfordians 34 Sutton & Epsom RFC 33 Saturday 13th December. The midpoint of the campaign has been reached and the return journey has begun in Regional 2 South East. In … Read More
Neurodiversity good for business Surrey study shows
Businesses and policymakers risk missing out on workforce potential by misunderstanding neurodiverse conditions and the biological differences that shape entrepreneurial strengths, according to new research led by the University of … Read More
Tragedy of War Hero turned writer who lived in Epsom
In June 1960, Douglas Baber, 42, was found comatose through drink in the garden of his former home in Woodcote Green, a well-to-do housing estate in Epsom. A court appearance … Read More
Million-pound FIFA-standard football pitch opens at Glyn School in Ewell
A new state-of-the-art FIFA-standard 3G football pitch and pavilion has been officially opened at Glyn School in Ewell after more than £1 million of investment from national and local partners. … Read More