Have your say on Epsom & Ewell's proposed Health & Wellbeing Strategy
We are asking residents to have their say on a proposed Health & Wellbeing Strategy, our public consultation will be open for residents to feedback their comments on the proposal from Friday 4 April at 9am until Friday 16 May at 5pm.
The proposed Health & Wellbeing Strategy aims to improve the mental and emotional wellbeing of residents across the borough, focussing on the delivery of three key priorities: increased physical activity levels across the borough; the creation of opportunities for residents through employment, skills and training; and supporting residents to build connections with each other. Health and Wellbeing Draft Strategy 2025-2028
The previous 2019-2023 strategy highlighted a 7-year life expectancy gap between those living in more affluent and green areas of the borough compared to those living in less affluent and populated, and dense, areas. The strategy seeks to improve the health and wellbeing of all residents, however there is a focus on the borough’s children and young people and those whose health and wellbeing is disproportionately impacted by socio-economic factors and life circumstance.
How residents can complete the consultation questionnaire
- Online by visiting the council’s website – www.epsom-ewell.gov.uk/council/consultations
- Completing, and submitting, printed copies at the venues below:
- Bourne Hall, Spring Street, Spring St, Ewell, Epsom KT17 1UF
- Community & Wellbeing Centre, Sefton Rd, Epsom KT19 9HG
- Epsom Methodist Church, 11-13 Ashley Rd, Epsom KT18 5AQ
- Epsom Town Hall, The Parade, Epsom KT18 5BY
- The Rainbow Leisure Centre, East Street Epsom, KT17 1BN
- The Wells Community Centre, Spa Drive, Epsom KT18 7LR
Drop-in sessions
During the consultation we've had drop in events where you can ask questions and respond to the consultation. There are still a few sessions to take place.
- Bourne Hall: Thursday 1 May, 10.30am - 12.30pm
- Community & Wellbeing Centre: Wednesday 30 April, 10.30am - 12.30pm.
- Epsom Town Hall: Thursday 29 April, 10.30am - 12.30pm.
Any questions about the consultation can be emailed to the team at cdevelopment@epsom-ewell.gov.uk(link sends e-mail) or via telephone 01372 732076.
Councillor Clive Woodbridge, Chair of the Community & Wellbeing Committee said:
“Our Health & Wellbeing Strategy builds on the great work and initiatives that we have implemented, including a swimming programme delivered in partnership with leisure operator GLL, the council’s community boxing initiative and also our mental health support event held as part of last year’s World Suicide Prevention Day.
We are acutely aware that Covid-19 has changed the landscape and therefore it’s important that we review our strategy and ensure that it reflects the needs of residents at this moment in time.
This consultation allows us to take stock and listen to residents, and I encourage everyone to have your say and ensure that the Health & Wellbeing Strategy has a positive impact on our community for years to come.
Strong relationships have made a huge difference in reaching those who most need our help, and local voluntary sector and other partner organisations have helped inform the strategy. Once the plan is adopted, we look forward to continuing to work with them.”
More information about the Health & Wellbeing Strategy Public Consultation - www.epsom-ewell.gov.uk/council/consultations
The proposed strategy was initially approved on 13 March 2025 by our Community & Wellbeing Committee - Community and Wellbeing Committee on Thursday 13th March 2025. Feedback from this public consultation will be reviewed and an updated strategy submitted for final approval on 8 July 2025.