Paving the way to better regulation?
The Epsom and Ewell Borough Council has voted to dispense its current pavement licence policy, rather than it being updated to copy the .GOV guidance. This change comes as part … Read More
Epsom Racing tips for Thursday
Racing returns to Epsom on Thursday, with six races on the card for what is expected to be an exciting evening of racing. Timed perfectly to pick up punters following … Read More
A lesson in Green Belt development?
A controversial plan to build 446 homes on Green Belt land near Horley, Surrey, has been approved on appeal, overturning the local council’s initial rejection. The development, proposed by Rydon … Read More
Green Flag Awards Honour Epsom and Ashtead Commons
Local communities are celebrating as both Epsom Common and Ashtead Common have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award, recognizing them as two of the best-managed green spaces in the … Read More
Bikes that blight the blind
Dear Editor, I would like to bring a serious problem to the attention of Epsom residents, that is if they are not already aware of it but do not want … Read More
The lime light a foot in Epsom
Aydin Mustafa, a lifelong performer and dedicated advocate for the arts, has taken on a new role as the Owner and Director of Footlights Epsom, the first Footlights franchise in … Read More
Epsom Town as a Safe Place to Live? Is it our future or our past?
Epsom and Ewell Times is putting the spotlight on crime and anti-social behaviour blighting residents and businesses in the centre of the town of Epsom. In a series of reports … Read More
Crime story of an Epsom workhouse baby
Born 1946 in the Epsom Union Workhouse Ronnie Field lived a life of crime. Together with local Epsom author Martin Knight he tells his story in Nefarious – A Life … Read More
Satisfy your eye at Epsom film festival
Epsom based Satisfied Eye International Film Festival (SEIFF) is set to dazzle film enthusiasts with its “Best of Fest 2024,” running from July 26-28 at the brand new Picture House … Read More
Ahmadiyya roti for local food bank
Fresh bread from local Ahmadi Muslims will be made from the Roti-making factory at the UK’s largest Muslim convention, the Jalsa Salana, as part of the “Bread for Britain” campaign … Read More
Council works with local charities for needy
Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is working with three local charities to distribute up to £88,700 from the Household Support Fund to people experiencing financial hardship across the borough. The … Read More
Footage of Epsom College murders aftermath not for idle police viewing
An ex-serving Surrey Police officer has been banned from the profession for gross misconduct after viewing body-worn camera footage of a “significant local and national case” without a legitimate reason. … Read More
Mixed responses in Surrey to 20mph zones
Plans for new speed limits in Surrey could go ahead despite lack of confidence it would improve road safety. Locals said they considered road conditions and potholes to have a … Read More
Surrey Scouts honour Armed Forces Covenant
Surrey Scouts have become the first Scout County in the UK to sign the Armed Forces Covenant. Representing a commitment on behalf of the 18,000 members of Scouting in Surrey, … Read More
Making Box Hill more accessible on foot
Access has been vastly improved up to iconic landmark, Box Hill in the Surrey Hills National Landscape thanks to the refurbishment of 300 steps. Originally installed by volunteers back in … Read More
Community urged to help restore nature in Surrey
Surrey County Council is seeking support from residents, businesses and community groups to help shape a new ‘Local Nature Recovery Strategy’ (LNRS). Developed with partners, the strategy will set out … Read More