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Epsom & Ewell Borough Council Launches Proposed Submission Plan (Regulation 19) Consultation
Epsom & Ewell’s Proposed Submission Plan (Regulation 19) consultation has launched today, on 20 December, and will run until 23:59 on Wednesday 5 February 2025. We ask residents, visitors, local businesses and partner organisations to take the opportunity to comment on the plan. The plan and all comments will be submitted to the Government for examination in March 2025.
The Local Plan is a critical document in shaping the future of the borough. Not having an up-to-date Local Plan could leave the borough at increased risk of unplanned and speculative development.
The Regulation 19 consultation is the final opportunity to tell us, and a government appointed planning inspector, whether the plan is legally compliant and sound, based on criteria set out in the National Planning Policy Framework. Guidance on how to respond can be found on the council’s website and on the consultation website. Comments on the plan should be made on the consultation website if possible, or by completing the response form and returning it by email or post.
Paper copies of the Proposed Submission Local Plan can be found in the Town Hall and in local libraries, and will be available to view during opening hours.
To support those who wish to respond to the consultation but are not sure how to do so, we have created a webinar, which can be found on the consultation website, and will offer bookable drop-in sessions to provide information and guidance on how to comment.
Councillor O’Donovan, Chair of the Licensing and Planning Policy Committee, said:
“The Local Plan is a critical document for our borough. It outlines where development should take place and where should be protected, as well as safeguarding our public open spaces and retail areas, ensuring environmental protection and higher standards for biodiversity. It supports more sustainable forms of travel across our borough, and mandates higher standards for new homes and commercial buildings. It also supports businesses and secures vital infrastructure development.
The plan strikes the best possible balance between protecting the green spaces and preserving the heritage and character of our borough; whilst offering a vision for growth and development that will ensure our residents can find affordable homes and jobs, access recreational facilities, live well and thrive.
The consultation will take place over the holiday period to ensure that we can meet the March deadline, as set out in our updated Local Development Scheme (December 2024). This will ensure that the plan is examined against the December 2023 NPPF, under which it was developed.”
Part of the process of preparing the Proposed Submission Local Plan included taking into consideration feedback received during last year’s Regulation 18 consultation (February/March 2023). Changes to the Draft Local Plan following the consultation included increased energy efficiency standards for new homes and the allocation of additional sites in the urban area. The Regulation 18 consultation feedback summary report, which explains how the council has taken the feedback received into account, can be read here: Consultation response statement.
The public examination of the Local Plan by an independent Planning Inspector is estimated to take place in July.
Information on the Epsom & Ewell Local Plan can be found here: Epsom and Ewell Local Plan | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council including an FAQ page: Local Plan FAQs | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council
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Working with local charities to distribute the next tranche of funding to those who need it most
We are working with three local charities to distribute up to £44,000 from the Household Support Fund to people experiencing financial hardship across the borough. The council will work with The Good Company, Citizens Advice Epsom & Ewell and The Meeting Room to ensure that funds can be accessed by vulnerable residents including families, pensioners, unpaid carers, care leavers and people with disabilities, before 31 March 2025.
The Household Support Fund was first introduced on 30 September 2021 by Central Government to offer cost of living support over the winter months. This is the sixth time the scheme has been extended.
Councillor Neil Dallen, Chair of the Strategy & Resources Committee, said:
“We recognise that the last few years have seen residents face extremely challenging times. Working together with The Good Company, Citizens Advice Epsom & Ewell and The Meeting Room ensures that residents can access the financial support they need through trusted partners who already work with, and advise, vulnerable residents across the borough through services including, but not limited to:
- Good Company, who operate the Epsom & Ewell Foodbanks. The organisation is contactable on 020 8786 8221.
- Citizen’s Advice Epsom & Ewell. They are contactable on 0808 278 7963, and are based at The Old Town Hall, The Parade in Epsom, with drop-ins on Monday, Tuesdays and Thursday mornings.
- The Meeting Room, who support people who are homeless, vulnerable or socially isolated through drop-ins and activities. They are contactable on 07413 9789422, and based at the Kings Church, Epsom, open Thursdays at 10.30am-1.30pm.
These organisations also have the expertise and administrative experience to ensure that allocations are distributed promptly and efficiently.”
Residents who require financial aid can contact one of the three organisations mentioned above.
Applications for Household Support Funds can also be made through Citizens Advice Epsom & Ewell: www.caee.org.uk/household-support-fund:
Find out more about the Household Support Fund, including how to apply for funding in Epsom & Ewell: https://epsom-ewell.gov.uk/residents/cost-living-support/household-support-fund.
For advice about cost-of-living support, residents can also visit:
Full funding secured for Ewell Village improvements
Last month, our Strategy and Resources Committee approved funding for community infrastructure projects. One of the projects agreed was for Ewell Village improvements. Councillors agreed the contribution of £1.25m Community Infrastructure Levy funding for this project which will match the £1.35m that Surrey County Council has committed.
This is an important milestone for the Ewell Village project and will ensure the improvements go ahead as planned in 2026. The improvements, which include the introduction of new pedestrian crossings, greenery, improvements to footways and the public realm and a 20mph speed limit in the village, aim to improve safety along the High Street and make Ewell a great place to live, work and visit.
The plans were finalised earlier this year, following several public exhibitions and an online engagement, in which over 1400 responses were received from local people. The results of the engagement helped decide the way forward and plans were approved by Surrey County Council's Infrastructure Board and Capital Programme Panel in August.
Matt Furniss, Cabinet Member for Highways, Transport and Economic Growth, Surrey County Council said,
“It’s great news that Epsom and Ewell Borough Council have agreed their funding contribution to this important project. Now that all necessary funding is in place, we are in a good position to deliver this work as planned in 2026. Delivering these improvements to Ewell Village will bring about much needed safety enhancements to the High Street, whilst still allowing vehicle access. We know this was important for many local people and believe the plans deliver necessary change, whilst reflecting what the community want in their village.”
Councillor Clive Woodbridge, Chair of the Community and Wellbeing Committee, Epsom & Ewell Borough Council, said:
“I’m very pleased that we can support this substantial infrastructure project which will hugely benefit residents, businesses, and visitors to Ewell Village.
This project shows partnership working at its best. I would like to thank Surrey County Council for working so diligently with our residents and businesses to ensure that the planned improvements are tailored to their needs, and that Ewell Village maintains its unique, and historical, characteristics for many years to come, whilst improving accessibility and safety throughout the village.”
For more information about CIL funding for projects across the borough click here: Funding approved for community projects in Epsom & Ewell | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council
Making Bourne Hall energy efficient as part of our Climate Change Action Plan
We have recently installed solar panels on the roof of Bourne Hall and secured funding from the Public Sector Low Carbon Skills Fund to develop a heat decarbonisation plan for the Ewell Village community venue. These works are part of a planned programme of measures to decarbonise Bourne Hall.
This is part of our Climate Change Action Plan which has set an ambitious target for the council to be carbon neutral by 2035.
Bourne Hall uses the most energy out of all the council’s buildings. The 52.2 kWp solar panel system will generate 45,000 kWh of electricity, covering 25% of Bourne Hall’s electricity usage, and saving more than 9 tonnes of carbon each year. The panels will save Bourne Hall around £15,000 annually in costs which can then be invested back into services for the community.
The Low Carbon Skills Fund is run by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero and is delivered by Salix.
Funding for the heat decarbonisation plan will enable the council to develop a detailed understanding of the different ways in which energy efficiency of this building can be improved, including decarbonising the heating system.
Windows are also scheduled to be replaced with double glazing next year, part funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Bourne Hall is a Grade II listed building, situated in the heart of the historic Ewell Village with Hogsmill River running nearby. Set in a picturesque setting, Bourne Hall has function rooms, facilities and services that the public and businesses can hire including an exhibition space. It also hosts Bourne Hall Museum, and Ewell Library which is run by Surrey County Council.
Councillor Liz Frost, Chair of the Environment Committee said:
“We are passionate about our Climate Change Action Plan and take our responsibilities seriously. Changes and initiatives over the last four years has seen the council’s operational carbon footprint reduce by 14% since the council first began to measure it in 2019.
“Bourne Hall is an important hub for our community, and the installation of solar panels and the development of a robust heat decarbonisation plan is just part of a series of works that will make this picturesque and historical landmark more sustainable for future generations and help continue Epsom & Ewell Borough Council’s drive to be carbon neutral by 2035.”
Programme manager at Salix Christopher Masters said:
“We are delighted to support Epsom & Ewell Borough Council in its net zero journey. Having a robust heat decarbonisation plan is a very important step in this process.
“We are looking forward to seeing what the plan will come up with and how the council will move forward as it continues to meet the ambitious net zero challenges.”
More information about Climate Change Action Plan progress can be found here - Climate Change | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council (epsom-ewell.gov.uk)
Planting heritage trees as part of our Biodiversity Action Plan
On 9 and 27 November, our Countryside team, with the help of the Friends of Horton Country Park and volunteers, planted a total of eight heritage trees in Lambert’s Orchard in Horton Country Park Local Nature Reserve. These trees will help replenish existing stock, replacing some trees that are over 100 years old, and will help local varieties to flourish
All eight of the heritage fruit trees are known varieties in the south of England and were locally sourced. Our Countryside team organised the planting of apple trees: William Peters; George Carpenter; Claygate Pearmain; Blenheim Orange; Elstar; and Red Windsor, also known as Sweet Lilibet as this was the favourite apple of Her Royal Highness Queen Elizabeth II. An Onward pear tree and an Old Greengage plum tree were also planted.
Activities included the team clearing scrub from around previously planted trees to create space for them to grow. Newly planted trees were also fenced off to prevent deer browsing nearby and inadvertently killing young trees.
This activity was rolled out as part of the Horton Country Park Management Plan and Lambert Orchard’s Management Plan. Management of Lambert’s Orchard also feeds into Epsom & Ewell Borough Council’s Biodiversity Action Plan.
Councillor Liz Frost, Chair of the Environment Committee said:
“The aim of our Biodiversity Action Plan is to ensure the long-term protection and enhancement of biodiversity across all our parks and green spaces. Tree planting plays a major role in this by replenishing stock and ultimately supporting invaluable habitats.
Thanks to the Countryside team, Friends of Horton Country Park and all volunteers. Not only have they helped with this activity, but they continue to support our Countryside team with a range of activities that ultimately help biodiversity to flourish.”
More information
- Horton Country Park Local Nature Reserve - Horton Country Park Local Nature Reserve | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council
- The Friends of Horton Country Park were formed in October 1999 to provide a line of communication between Epsom & Ewell Borough Council (the owners) and members of the general public interested in improving Horton Country Park. The group is well established with regular newsletters and conservation tasks.
- The Lower Mole Partnership has been working in Horton Country Park since 1983, carrying out work to improve public access and for nature conservation. The partnership offices are based in West Park Farm House in the Country Park and the partnership is always seeking new volunteers. The Partners are Epsom & Ewell Borough Council, Surrey Country Council, Elmbridge Borough Council, Mole Valley District Council and Royal borough of Kingston Upon Thames.
Christmas celebrations with attendees of the Community & Wellbeing Centre
What a lovely festive event! Last week, we held our annual Christmas Dinner for over 80 people who usually attend our Community & Wellbeing Centre.
Attendees, including some partially sighted and some with dementia, wanted to enjoy Christmas with their friends from the Centre and joined in the festivities that included a raffle and Christmas meal (with all the trimmings 😉). Elvis was 'in the house' and Santa Claus, Mrs Claus and Frosty the Snowman made an appearance!
The Mayor & Mayoress of Epsom & Ewell, the Chief Executive of Epsom & Ewell Borough Council and Councillor Clive Woodbridge, also joined in the festive fun.
Councillor Clive Woodbridge, Chair of the Community & Wellbeing Committee said:
“A heartfelt thanks to everybody in the team, including our honorary work experience lady, for organising our annual event and working so hard on the day to ensure that everybody could get the most out of the activities taking place. As always it was a wonderful occasion, one which we hope everybody enjoyed.”
Bourne Hall Museum Takes Part in Kids in Museums ‘Takeover Day’ with Ewell Grove Primary and Nursery School
Ewell Grove Primary and Nursery School take part in Kids in Museums Takeover Day at Bourne Hall Museum
During November, Bourne Hall Museum invited Ewell Grove Primary and Nursery School to spend a day in Bourne Hall Museum as part of a national Kids in Museums Takeover Day event. This project sits within our Arts, Culture and Heritage Strategy which aims to increase access to art, culture and heritage within the borough, as well as nurturing local, creative talent. Students from Ewell Grove took part in activities which gave them an insight into what it would be like to work in a museum.
Supported by Arts Council England, Kids in Museums has held an annual digital takeover since 2014. Kids in Museums was established to help historic institutions empower young people and give them meaningful roles in their organisations. Over 5,000 people, from toddlers to 25-year-olds, now take part each year!
This year the theme is ‘Careers’ and as part of the ‘takeover’, Ewell Grove students experienced what it would be like to be a Curator and an Exhibition Officer for the day. Students took part in a treasure hunt which helped them understand the importance of labels in museums and designed posters to encourage people to visit the museum.
“As part of our Arts, Culture and Heritage Strategy, we are committed to nurturing creative talent and increasing access to resources and opportunities within our Borough,” says Councillor Clive Woodbridge, Chair of Epsom & Ewell Borough Council’s Community and Wellbeing Committee. “The campaign aims to inspire children from all parts of our community who may be interested in a career in the museum sector and this takeover day was rich with learning opportunities.”
Speaking about the takeover, students from Ewell Grove Primary and Nursery School said,
“My favourite part of the day was looking at the brilliant history of Epsom and Ewell with my friends.”
"My favourite part of the day was visiting and exploring Bourne Hall Museum.
"I really enjoyed seeing the gas mask and the air raid siren!”
A spokesperson from Ewell Grove Primary and Nursery School added,
“What a great experience we had, visiting Bourne Hall museum and becoming museum curators and exhibition designers for the morning. Our Year 5 children explored the artefacts with great enthusiasm and keen interest, with many of them saying they didn't realise that museums could be so much fun. The children were incredibly proud to see their exhibition posters on display and have enjoyed encouraging their family and friends to pop in and take a look.”
You can follow the conversation on social media by looking at the hashtag #TakeoverDay(link is external) and following @KidsInMuseums(link is external).
Consultation to review polling districts & places in the borough
On the 21 November we launched a six-week consultation into proposed changes to the polling district and polling places within the borough, ending on 2 January 2025.
In 2023, the Local Government Boundary Commission for England carried out a review of Surrey County Council’s electoral boundaries. The resulting Surrey (Electoral Changes) Order 2024 is anticipated to be passed by parliament and will make changes to the County Council’s electoral division boundaries.
This consultation is proposing changes to Court and Horton wards in order to bring the areas in line with their new County Council electoral division and ensure ballots are placed in the correct ballot box.
There are no proposed changes for any other wards, as issues arising from the Police and Crime Commissioner elections in May were resolved for the Parliamentary elections in July.
Jackie King, Chief Executive of Epsom & Ewell Borough Council said,
"I would like to encourage all residents in the borough to have their say on the proposals in this consultation. It is important to review our polling district and places now to ensure the council is fully prepared for next year’s County Council election and the changes to the electoral divisions.”
The consultation can be accessed via the following link: https://www.epsom-ewell.gov.uk/council/elections-and-voting/electoral-boundaries
Consultation for residents views on proposals to help combat anti-social behaviour
We are calling on the public to take part in our consultation about a proposed Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO). The consultation is open for 8 weeks, from 4 November until 5 January.
PSPOs deal with a particular nuisance or problem in a specific area that is detrimental to the local community’s quality of life, by putting restrictions on how people can use public spaces in that area. They are intended to help ensure that the everyone can use and enjoy public spaces, safe from anti-social behaviour.
The consultation will help shape the future of our alcohol-related PSPO, with the public having a say on whether to renew the existing PSPO and extend its reach through the proposed changes.
Proposed changes include expanding the geographical area the PSPO covers to include the entire borough and, in partnership with Surrey Police, to provide additional community support to help counteract antisocial behaviour in public spaces.
The proposed new prohibitions in the PSPO include:
- Harassing or intimidating residents, businesses or members of the public.
- Threatening any person with violence and/or being verbally abusive towards any person.
- Urinating in an open public place.
- Littering or spitting with the intent to cause harassment, alarm or distress to any person.
- Wearing a piece of clothing with the intent to obscure or hide their identity for the purposes of committing crime and/or anti-social behaviour.
- Acting, or inciting others to act, in an anti-social manner, which is likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress to any person.
- Joining or remaining in a group of two or more people, which is acting in a manner that is likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress to any person.
- Consumption of alcohol following a verbal warning by an authorised person to stop. An authorised person includes a Police Constable, Police Community Support Officer, a Council Officer, or any other person authorised by the Council.
Councillor Shanice Goldman, Chair of Crime and Disorder Committee said:
“Our council is deeply committed to ensuring that public spaces across the borough are safe and welcoming for everyone. Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) allow police and council staff to address antisocial behaviour effectively, without immediately resorting to arrests.
“We’re seeking feedback from all residents, workers, and visitors to get a clear understanding of whether the proposed changes will better support the police and council in managing antisocial behaviour.
“I really do encourage your participation as your views will help shape our approach to creating safer, more enjoyable spaces for all.”
The consultation survey is available here - Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) Public Consultation
Council services over the Christmas period
Please note the following information for council services over the Christmas period.
Also, for those who haven't visited Epsom Town Centre for a while, Ashley Centre car park now has an Auto Number Plate Recognition parking system that means car users can drive up to the barrier and enter the car park with their registration being used for identification and payment upon exit.
The Town Hall
- Monday 23 December – 9am-5pm
- Tuesday 24 December - 9am-3pm
- Wednesday 25 December – closed for the bank holiday
- Thursday 26 December – closed for the bank holiday
- Friday 27 December - closed
- Monday 30 December - 9am-5pm
- Tuesday 31 December - 9am-3pm
- Wednesday 1 January - closed for the bank holiday
Normal operating hours resume from Thursday 2 January
Phone calls received outside of opening hours will automatically be redirected to our out-of-hours service.
Waste and Refuse Services
During the Christmas and New Year’s weeks, collections must accommodate the public holidays, and at a time when bins are much fuller than usual. So, some services may not be available as usual, and your normal collection day may change.
All planned changes can be found here: Christmas and New Year collections
- Christmas week: There will be no green recycling bin collections during Christmas week. Please leave out food, refuse and glass out only. During Christmas week, collection days may change. Please check the Epsom & Ewell Borough Council website for recycling and food bin collection days during Christmas week.
- New Year’s week: Normal refuse collections start again in New Year's week. However collection days may change. Please check the Epsom & Ewell Borough Council website for collection days during New Year’s week.
- As usual, there will be no garden waste or bulky waste collections during Christmas or New Year's weeks. Normal garden waste and bulky waste collection schedules resume week commencing Monday 6 January.
Before Christmas, a label will be placed on resident’s bin handles with collection details for the festive period. If you are an Epsom & Ewell resident, please do look out for this reminder about how services will be changing in your road over Christmas and New Year’s weeks.
Community and Wellbeing Centre, including the Dementia Hub
- Monday 23 December – Normal operating hours
- Tuesday 24 December - Centre operating as normal – Dementia Hub offering no afternoon classes – all clients advised in advance
- Wednesday 25 December – Closed for the bank holiday
- Thursday 26 December – Closed for the bank holiday
- Friday 27 December – closed - clients and members advised in advance
- Monday 30 December - Normal operating hours
- Tuesday 31 December – Centre operating as normal – Dementia Hub offering no afternoon classes – all clients advised in advance
- Wednesday 1 January – Closed for the bank holiday
Normal operating hours resume Thursday 2 January.
Meals at home & shopping service
- Monday 23 December – Normal service
- Tuesday 24 December – Normal service
- Wednesday 25 December – closed for the bank holiday – frozen meals provided & shopping delivered in advance, if required
- Thursday 26 December – closed for the bank holiday – frozen meals provided & shopping delivered in advance, if required
- Friday 27 December - closed – frozen meals provided & shopping delivered in advance, if required
- Monday 30 December – Normal service
- Tuesday 31 December – Normal service
- Wednesday 1 January – closed for the bank holiday – frozen meals provided & shopping delivered in advance, if required
Normal operating hours resume Thursday 2 January.
Telecare/ community alarm
- Tuesday 24 December – Limited appointments available for new service users – normal out of hours monitoring/equipment fault service available
- Wednesday 25 December – closed for the bank holiday – normal out of hours monitoring/equipment fault service available
- Thursday 26 December – closed for the bank holiday – normal out of hours monitoring/equipment fault service available
- Friday 27 December – closed – normal out of hours monitoring/equipment fault service available
- Monday 30 December – Normal operating hours
- Tuesday 31 December – Limited appointments available for new service users – normal out of hours monitoring/equipment fault service available
- Wednesday 1 January – closed for the bank holiday – normal out of hours monitoring/equipment fault service available
Normal operating hours resume Thursday 2 January.
* The usual out-of-hours monitoring/equipment fault service is available.
Transport from home
- Monday 23 December – Normal operating hours
- Tuesday 24 December – Reduced service – advance bookings only
- Wednesday 25 December – Closed for the bank holiday
- Thursday 26 December – Closed for the bank holiday
- Friday 27 December – Closed – service users made aware
- Monday 30 December – Normal operating hours
- Tuesday 31 December – Reduced service – advance bookings only
- Wednesday 1 January – Closed for the bank holiday
Normal operating hours resume Thursday 2 January.
Bourne Hall
- Monday 23 December – 9am - 5pm
- Tuesday 24 December – 9am - 1pm
- Wednesday 25 December – CLOSED
- Thursday 26 December – CLOSED
- Friday 27 December - CLOSED
- Monday 30 December – 9am - 5pm
- Tuesday 31 December – 9am - 5pm
- Wednesday 1 January – CLOSED
Normal operating hours resume Thursday 2 January
Epsom Playhouse
Epsom Playhouse is closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Find information about performances and how to book tickets on the Playhouse website: Epsom Playhouse(link is external).
Free Boiler Upgrade
Earlier this year, in partnership with Action Surrey, we launched a free boiler upgrade scheme for residents who meet the following criteria:
- Are a resident in Epsom and Ewell
- Are the owner occupier of a property with a gas boiler
- Are on means-tested benefits or low income
- Live in a property with an EPC rating of D – G, and
- Have a broken or end of life boiler over ten years old.
If you meet the criteria and would like to register an interest in the scheme, please contact Action Surrey by calling 0800 783 2503 or visit Epsom and Ewell Boiler Upgrade Grant - Action Surrey
Bourne Hall Christmas festivities
On 30 November, Bourne Hall hosted a range of festive celebrations, kicking off with the Christmas Lights Switch On including Ewell Grove players hosting a special community panto ‘A-Lad-In Ewell’, raising money for the Epsom & Ewell Foodbank. There were also wreath-making workshops and an array of market stalls with mulled wine, live music, carol singing from Heart & Soul Choir.
The Mayor of Epsom & Ewell, Councillor Steve Bridger, switched on the Bourne Hall Christmas Lights at 4.30pm. Visitors also met Cinderella and Buttons from the upcoming Epsom Playhouse pantomime, and Father Christmas flew in to open the Christmas grotto, and will return every Saturday up until Christmas.
The Christmas Grotto is open Monday to Saturday every day until Christmas to post a letter to Father Christmas. You can also enjoy a hot drink and a delicious home-made cake chosen from the festive menu in the Flying Saucer Café.
There is still time to book for the Christmas magic show on Saturday 21 December.
Click here for more information on all Bourne Hall events, including any booking details.
Jobs at Epsom & Ewell Borough Council
We're recruiting.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and friendly individual to join our kitchen team at the Community and Wellbeing Centre in Epsom. In this role, you will assist the Catering Hub manager with various tasks, including ordering, stock control, preparation, cooking, baking, serving, and clearing after service. You will also lead the kitchen in the absence of our Chef/Catering Hub Manager.
Find out more about the role here: Chef Assistant
We are looking for an enthusiastic, confident and experienced individual to join our busy and friendly environmental health team. You will primarily be focused on food safety and your role will include carrying out inspections, investigating complaints and reporting. The successful candidate will need to meet the minimum competency requirements laid down in the Food Law Code of Practice, however we will still consider strong candidates who can demonstrate they can meet these requirements in a short timeframe.
Find out more about the role here: Environmental Health Officer
Our small but ambitious authority offers you the opportunity to become involved in a wide range of varied and interesting work. That, together with an enviable array of staff benefits and a rewarding and challenging career, is our unique offer to y
If you have the passion and the drive to make a real difference, we really want to hear from you. View a list of all current vacancies at Epsom & Ewell Borough Council.
At Epsom & Ewell Borough Council, we are passionate about maintaining an inclusive workplace for all that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all sections of our community particularly from underrepresented backgrounds, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and those with hidden or visible disabilities.
We are committed to ensuring all our staff – regardless of gender, age, religion, sexuality, ethnicity or disability – can thrive and succeed whilst working with us.
What's On
What's on in Epsom & Ewell
Find out what's happening in Epsom & Ewell
Find out what's happening in Epsom & Ewell in the coming months; take a look at the events page on the Epsom & Ewell Borough Council website.
Here are a few highlights:
Saturday 21 December
The Studio at Bourne Hall has been transformed into Santa's Grotto and will be open until 21st December (Mon - Sat 10am till 4pm).
In the week you can post your letter to Santa, and on the Saturdays during the run up to Christmas, you meet Santa himself!
Santa's Grotto is free.
Ritchie Rosson's Christmas Magic Show at Bourne Hall
Saturday 21 December, shows are at 11am, 1pm and 3pm, 45 minutes per show.
Visit Bourne Hall for a magical extravaganza with the one and only Ritchie Rosson - the best magic show in town promised to bring laughs, and pure entertainment!
Visit the ever-popular annual Christmas Concert. There will be much festive music, with carols familiar and new, with audience invited to join in the traditional favourites. The concert will be conducted by MD Julian Collings with Connaught Brass providing the true festive spirit, plus Marion Lea on Piano and Benedict Lewis-Smith on the Organ.
Saturday 21 December - starting at 7.30pm
Tickets are £20
Ebbisham Sports Club are running a one-day camp. This is an ideal introduction to a variety of sports for those aged 7-14 years old, and will help children learn new sports skills, make friends and grow their confidence.
Monday 23 December
9am to 3pm
Pound Lane, Eastway, Epsom, KT19 8SG
Epsom Playhouse - December 2024
See what's on at Epsom Playhouse
Markets in Epsom & Ewell
Epsom Markets
Regular markets in Epsom Marketplace take place on Thursday and Saturday.
For information on the weekly markets at Epsom Marketplace take a look here: Epsom & Ewell markets
Artisan Market - Bourne Hall
Come along to see a gorgeous selection of wooden children's toys, handmade jewellery, local honey and jams and lots more.
First Saturday of the month, 10am - 3pm. The next market is Saturday 1 February 2025.
Farmer's Market - Epsom Marketplace
This market usually takes place on the first Sunday of the month, the next market is Sunday 5 January 2025.
9.30am - 1.30pm.
Find out more at www.surreymarkets.co.uk/event/epsom-market
Explore Epsom and Ewell
Get closer to nature and enjoy the outdoors with our various guided walks. Explore local nature reserves, discover your borough's history and boost your health and wellbeing too.
Visit the walks page on our website to discover a range of walks that take place across Epsom and Ewell.
Epsom & Ewell also has several beautiful open spaces which are great for cycling, including Epsom Downs, Epsom Common Local Nature Reserve, Nonsuch Park, Hogsmill Local Nature Reserve, and Horton Country Park Local Nature Reserve. You can find cycling routes for all these places on our website.
ECA supports the preservation and protection of Epsom Common local nature reserve and site of special scientific interest. ECA works in partnership with the Council, the Lower Mole Countryside Management Project and English Nature to contribute to the long term management and conservation of the Common.
Nature walks
ECA organises a number of walks on the Common each year which are led by local natural history experts. The subjects that are usually covered each year include birds in early spring, wildflowers, butterflies, invertebrates particularly bush crickets, bats and fungi.
The EcoVols
If you care about the Common and enjoy its wildlife and beauty why not join the EcoVols, the volunteer group of the ECA. EcoVols carry out a variety of conservation projects on the Common throughout the year in association with English Nature, the Council and the Lower Mole Countryside Management Project. You don’t need any special skills or experience just your enthusiasm and time! For more info and the 2020 EcoVols programme see: Conservation on Epsom Common
