Epsom & Ewell Borough Council

16/06/2026

It's Refugee Week and Bourne Hall Ewell are hosting Ukrainian beading and wool workshops. Drop in on Thursday 18 June from 10am-1pm.

Celebrate Refugee Week with Creative Ukrainian Craft Workshops
Join us at Bourne Hall Museum on Thursday 18 June for a welcoming morning of creative workshops celebrating Ukrainian culture, storytelling, and community.
These free, drop-in sessions are open to everyone — no experience needed! Come along, get creative, and connect through shared traditions in a friendly and inclusive space.

Activities include:
Beaded Angel Workshop – create your own beautiful angel using simple beadwork techniques, symbolising hope, protection, and remembrance.
Wool Doll & Bird Making – craft traditional decorations inspired by Ukrainian folk art, where birds represent freedom, happiness, and spring.
Whether you’d like to learn a new skill, reflect, or simply enjoy a relaxing morning of creativity, everyone is welcome.
Thursday 18 June

Drop in anytime between 10am – 1pm
📍 Bourne Hall Museum, Spring Street, Ewell, Surrey, KT17 1UF

For more information contact Susan Dalloe, 020 8394 1734, [email protected]

16/06/2026

🌻 Join our council ecologist on a Wildflower Walk at Horton Country Park Local Nature Reserve, for a guided summer walk through the meadows. Discover and learn more about our native wildflowers.

📅 Saturday 20 June 2026
🌳 Horton Country Park Local Nature Reserve
⌚ 10am to 12.30pm - Meet at 10am in the car park
💰 £5 per adult, £2.50 per child (16 yrs or under)

Email [email protected] or phone 01372 732000 if you have any questions.

👉🏽 For more information click on the link in the comments.

15/06/2026

🚲 Bike Week is coming to a close (9–15 June)—but could you cycle more this summer?
Cycling is a simple way to support your wellbeing and the environment—and even occasional journeys can make a difference.

🌍 Why it matters
Cycling can help to:
- Improve air quality
- Reduce congestion
- Boost physical and mental wellbeing

✨ Build your confidence
- Join local ride clubs via the Let’s Ride online platform
- Find a club through Cycling UK or British Cycling

👉Explore local routes
Ready to get started? Discover safe and enjoyable options with 'Round the Borough Bike' from Epsom and Ewell Borough Council - click on the link in the comments below.

🌱 Small changes, big impact. Why not plan your next ride and give it a go this summer?

15/06/2026

Just 5 days until Bourne Hall Ewell's Summer Festival!
We are expecting lots of sunshine and the music line up looks fantastic.

🎶 Music Line-Up Confirmed! 🎶
The countdown is on for the Bourne Hall Summer Festival – and we’re excited to reveal our talented live music line-up!

Join us for an afternoon of great music:
🎧 12:00 – DJ Joe
Your host for the day

🎸 12:15 – Iplay Music: Band 1
Pop & Rock

🎤 13:00 – Iplay Music: Band 2
Soul & Pop

🎶 13:45 – Canada Hill
Indie Rock

🎻 14:30 – The DM’s
Folk

🎷 15:15 – Iplay Music: Band 3
Soul & Pop

🎺 16:00 – Iplay Music Collective
Jazz & Funk Fusion

Saturday 20th June 12-5pm
Bourne Hall, Spring Street, Ewell, Surrey, KT17 1UF.

14/06/2026

Enjoying the outdoors this weekend? It’s important to 🕷️

With the right precautions, you can help protect yourself & your family from tick bites.

Find out what to look out for and steps you can take to avoid being bitten: https://orlo.uk/E3Pgx

13/06/2026

Today we join communities across the country in celebrating the official birthday of His Majesty The King.

From all of us at Epsom & Ewell Borough Council, thank you for your service Your Majesty! 👑

12/06/2026

🌟 A Million Acts of Hope in Epsom & Ewell 🌟

Every day, small acts of kindness help shape stronger, more connected communities. From supporting neighbours to volunteering locally, these quiet, compassionate moments truly make a difference.

That’s why we’re proud to support A Million Acts of Hope – a national initiative celebrating the everyday actions that bring people together 💛

Here in Epsom & Ewell, community is at the heart of everything we do. Through partnerships, cultural opportunities, and inclusive events, we’re committed to ensuring everyone feels welcomed, valued, and able to take part in community life.

As part of Refugee Week (15–21 June), we’re working alongside Epsom & Ewell Refugee Network, who provide vital support including group sessions, language classes, and community initiatives.

🗣️ Councillor Clive Woodbridge, Chair of the Community & Wellbeing Committee said:
“Epsom & Ewell is a borough defined by the strength of its community, and initiatives like A Million Acts of Hope highlight the kindness, compassion and generosity that bring our residents together. I look forward to reading the stories shared by our community – and of course will be adding my own, too.”

📍 From today until 21 June 2026, you’ll find A Million Acts of Hope boards at:
Epsom Library
Ewell Library (Bourne Hall)

✍️ Get involved:
Pick up a postcard, share a story of kindness, gratitude, or community spirit, and add it to one of the boards.

12/06/2026

📢 Epsom & Ewell’s Local Plan consultation closes at 23:59 on Monday 15 June – this is your final chance to have your say. The Local Plan, covering the period up to 2040, is now at Examination Stage - the final stage of the Local Plan process before the plan can be legally adopted. We’re asking for comments on documents submitted to the Inspector since October 2025.

The documents, along with instructions on how to comment, are available on the council’s planning policy consultation platform (click on the link in the comments 🔗); printed copies can also be found in local libraries and in Epsom Town Hall during normal opening hours.

We will share all comments received with the Planning Inspector and they will also be published on the council’s website.

Following the close of the consultation, there will be a further one day hearing on proposed changes on Thursday 2 July 2026 at Epsom Town Hall, The Parade, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 5BY. The hearing can be attended by interested members of the public who wish to observe.

👉🏽 TO COMMENT: Consultation documents and information relating to the consultation can be accessed on our consultation platform by clicking on the link in the comments below. Further information on the Local Plan examination can be found here: https://www.epsom-ewell.gov.uk/localplanexamination.

11/06/2026

A stunning rainbow over the Great Pond at Epsom Common Local Nature Reserve, captured an evening earlier this week. 🌈

11/06/2026

What is Section 24 and why does it matter?

Section 24 is a statutory direction set by central government to help all Surrey councils make major financial decisions during local government reorganisation.

Under Section 24, most councils cannot make big financial decisions on their own and must seek approval from the Shadow Authorities, elected in May 2026.

This will help the new councils start in the strongest financial position possible on 1 April 2027.

Shadow Authorities have also agreed to give ‘General Consent’. This allows councils to continue with normal service provision and approved projects from their 2026/27 budgets, so you can access services without interruption.

Section 24 comes into force later this summer. It does not apply to Woking Borough Council and Spelthorne Borough Council as there are already existing commissioning arrangements for best value.