Surrey Heath

06/06/2026

🗣️Share your views on our Enforcement and Community Safety Policy before it is adopted.

The policy focuses on the operations of the Corporate Enforcement team - which includes abandoned vehicles, planning enforcement, community safety including anti-social behaviour and dog control, fly tipping and littering, graffiti and fly posting, and unauthorised encampments.

Have your say before Sunday 21 June 2026 - read more at the link in the comments below ⬇️

05/06/2026

Do you run a pub, bar or other licensed premises in Surrey Heath?

Are you planning to show the men's football World Cup 2026 matches? ⚽

If so, you should be aware that licensing hours have been relaxed for certain matches involving England or Scotland, allowing later opening without extra applications.
However, many fixtures, including earlier or late-night kick-offs, will still require a Temporary Event Notice (TEN).

Plan ahead, check your licence, and apply in good time where needed.

Link to more details is in the comments ⬇

05/06/2026

Update from our new Mayor Cllr Cliff Betton - to get regular info on Mayoral events and activities follow Surrey Heath Mayor 👍

04/06/2026

Are you a local teacher? This event is for you 🪶

Please help us spread the word about our work to local teachers! We’re especially keen to meet teachers from schools close to heathland 🐦🐦🐦

This is a wonderful opportunity to meet our amazing Education Officer, Michael, for an evening wander at Chobham Common National Nature Reserve in search of one of our most mysterious birds – the European . You’ll learn about this magical nocturnal bird, steeped in folklore, and the rare heathland habitat it calls home for just a few months of the year. Michael is sure to provide plenty of inspiration for including heathland in your lessons and it’s a great opportunity to see him in action and find out about the free heathland sessions he delivers in schools (in the classroom or on the heath).

More information on our website: https://tbhpartnership.org.uk/event/three-churrs-for-teachers-nightjar-walk/

04/06/2026

🌳Be alert to oak processionary moth caterpillars and their nests as we enter the peak season for this pest of oak trees. If you spot any, please report - more details below.

We're urging people to be alert to oak processionary moth caterpillars and their nests as we enter the peak season for this pest of oak trees.

The caterpillars – predominantly found in South East England – descend down oak trees in head-to-tail procession, earning them their name. They feed on the leaves as they move, which can negatively impact the tree's growth. This can weaken the tree and leave it more vulnerable to other stresses, such as diseases.

Oak processionary moth caterpillars are covered in long hairs that can cause itchy rashes, eye and throat irritation and should not be touched under any circumstances.

They also form silky white nests, ranging in size from as small as a 50 pence piece to as large as a melon. These nests discolour over the season, appearing dirty and brown by August. The nests also contain the hairs, and similarly should not be touched. The nests can be found on the trunk or the underside of branches of oak trees. Never try and remove or dispose of the nests yourself.

If you spot this tree pest, do not touch or get close to the caterpillars or nests. Please report the sighting via the TreeAlert portal: https://treealert.forestresearch.gov.uk/

Find out more: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/warning-on-oak-processionary-moth-issued-ahead-of-peak-season

04/06/2026

📍Proposed changes to the submitted Local Plan are open for public consultation before the independent Planning Inspector makes a final decision.

Following the Local Plan Examination hearing sessions held late last year the Inspector has set out a number of proposed changes that he considers are required to ensure that the Plan is ‘sound’.

This consultation only relates to the Proposed Main Modifications, not any other parts of the Local Plan.

Further info and how to comment can be found at the link below.

Hard copies of the consultation documents can also be viewed at locations across the borough, including the council offices, parish council offices and local libraries.

Deadline: 9 July 2026.

03/06/2026

🛹Mytchett Recreation Ground skate park plea!

We're sorry to report that the skate ramps at Mytchett Rec skate park have been deliberately damaged for the second time in a short period. Holes have been smashed in the half pipe, as you can see in the photos.

Repairing these ramps comes at a considerable cost to the council - thousands of pounds - which is money we could be spending on other things for our local community.

If you have young people who use the skate park, please remind them about the importance of looking after the facilities, for everyone's benefit.
Thank you.

03/06/2026

Important advice from Surrey Fire and Rescue Service and Surrey Police - stay safe around open water!

Surrey Police are seeing an increase in risky behaviour around open water, including:

- Climbing over fences or barriers to access restricted areas
- Jumping from height into unknown water
- Swimming in unsupervised or isolated locations

These actions seriously increase the risk of injury or drowning.

Stick to safer locations and avoid unnecessary risks.

03/06/2026

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02/06/2026

Have your say on the future of Surrey’s Blue Heart Verges - let Surrey County Council know your views 🌻

Have your say on the future of Surrey’s Blue Heart Verges 🌻

We are seeking residents’ views on new guidance for Blue Heart Verges across the county. These specially managed verges help support wildflowers, plants and insects, while continuing to keep roads safe for everyone. Your feedback will help shape how these verges are managed in the future. 🐝

You can share your views until 3 August 2026.

Please complete your feedback online. Link in comments.