Surrey History Centre throws light on Epsom’s hospitals
Epsom Surrey had more mental hospitals than most English counties and, at Surrey History Centre, we are justly proud of the quantity and quality of surviving records we hold. These … Read More
Epsom and Ewell to be served by publicly owned trains
The government has announced that South Western Railway (SWR), which serves commuters from Epsom, Ewell West, Stoneleigh and Worcester Park to London Waterloo, will be the first train operator to … Read More
Lucy Porter Returns to Her Roots with “No Regrets” at Epsom Playhouse
Epsom Playhouse is set to welcome one of comedy’s most beloved figures, Lucy Porter, on 18th January 2025, as part of her nationwide tour with the brand-new show No Regrets. … Read More
Surrey schools not out for so long in summer?
Surrey County Council is looking at possible changes to school holidays. A consultation has been launched on whether the county council should switch to a two-week half term break in … Read More
Local Plan lessons from our neighbour?
“Four more years?” is the resounding cry after a Surrey council has been moved back to square one with its plan for 8,000 new homes, potentially at a cost of … Read More
Epsom Teen Selected as Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Youth Ambassador
A young woman from Epsom is amplifying young people’s voices after being chosen as a UK Youth Ambassador for The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE). Kalina Hristova, 17, joins a … Read More
Epsom rugby scrape a point lead over Gravesend
Gravesend 22 Sutton & Epsom RFC 23. Saturday 30th November. Sutton and Epsom RFC visited Gravesend RFC in October last season at the height of the high tackle hysteria. In … Read More
Ewell village set to improve
Earlier this month Epsom and Ewell Borough councillors met to agree their contribution of £1.25m Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funding toward the Ewell Village improvement project. This funding will match … Read More
The Essential Guide to Maintaining Clean Carpets and Upholstery in Woking
Sponsored article: Maintaining a clean and inviting home is a priority for every homeowner. Among the most overlooked aspects of cleanliness are carpets and upholstery, which, if left unattended, can … Read More
Broad Gauges New Train Set to Serve Epsom
Residents of Epsom will soon benefit from South Western Railway’s (SWR) latest investment in modern rail travel as the new Arterio trains, officially launched this week, are set to roll … Read More
What cuts to Surrey County Council services are you prepared for?
Surrey County Council has unveiled its draft budget for the upcoming financial year and is calling on residents to share their views through a public consultation. As councils nationwide grapple … Read More
X-Ray vision wins Surrey Uni “spin-off” a prize
Silveray, the digital X-ray film company and Surrey spinout, wins coveted Institute of Physics award with a new approach to X-ray imaging Innovation in X-ray technology could be key to … Read More
Epsom SEND case highlights a national problem
A shocking case of systemic failure by Surrey County Council (SCC) has brought renewed attention to the challenges faced by families of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). … Read More
Is a Isa the answer to Epsom’s high house prices?
With the five-year anniversary of the Help to Buy ISA closure approaching, a fresh analysis has revealed how Epsom and Ewell compares to other Surrey boroughs in benefiting from this … Read More
Fly-tipping bags and BB gun shots close Bagshot recycle centre
Bagshot community recycling centre will close in an effort to protect staff from being threatened with violence, Surrey County Council has said. The depot has been plagued with issues for years … Read More
Epsom & Ewell’s local history museum to be born again?
Bourne Hall Museum in Ewell, a cherished repository of local history, faces an uncertain future as its esteemed curator, Jeremy Harte, prepares for retirement in March 2025 after 35 years … Read More