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Epsom & Ewell Borough Council approves final Budget ahead of transition to East Surrey Council
On 10 February, councillors agreed to approve our budget for 2026/27.
This will be the final budget prior to Epsom & Ewell Borough Council dissolving and the new East Surrey unitary authority becoming responsible for the facilities and services currently provided by the borough and county councils. The council is required to set a balanced budget every year, having regard to the costs of service provision, estimates of income and agreeing the level of council tax for the coming year.
Like many other local authorities, we have faced financial pressures in recent years due to rising inflation and the increasing demands of homelessness provisions. However, efforts to identify £700,000-worth of savings through careful review of capital and maintenance budgets and more favourable government funding, particularly for temporary accommodation costs, have helped significantly.
It was also agreed to increase council tax by 2.98%, which equates to an additional £6.93 per annum or 13.3 pence per week for a Band D equivalent property. With Consumer Prices Index inflation between 3.8% and 3.2% in the autumn, this still represents a below inflationary increase for residents and remains one of the lowest council tax levels in Surrey.
The impact of these changes has helped reduced the original three‑year budget gap from just over £5 million to £579,000 and enabled the 2026-27 budget to be balanced without the use of reserves.
Policy committees have ensured budgets reflect genuine local priorities, with specific investments for the coming year including £750,000 additional investment to meet rising demand for homelessness and temporary accommodation and £974,000 in Disabled Facilities Grant investment to support vulnerable residents.
Councillor Neil Dallen, Chair of the Strategy & Resources Committee, said:
“I am pleased that we have been able to deliver a balanced budget without the use of reserves that still provides real value for money for our residents and local communities, while ensuring the borough’s finances are stable ahead of the formation of the East Surrey unitary authority in April 2027.
“Over the past year, services were asked to identify further efficiencies for 2026/27 where possible and seek new opportunities to reduce pressure on council budgets, which contributed to a saving of around £700,000.
“I also welcome the provisions allocated in the Local Government Financial Settlement from central government, in particular the increase in funding to help with temporary accommodation costs.
“Temporary accommodation costs have been one of the biggest expenditures for the council in recent years. Our housing team has worked tirelessly to prevent homelessness and reduce the need for temporary accommodation through schemes such as the Private Sector Leasing Scheme and Rent Deposit Scheme, however supply has often outstripped demand. So, I’m pleased that the government has recognised the challenge and accepted that they should be contributing to the cost.”
“I am also pleased that the government has finally got to grips with EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) and manufacturers of poor packaging are now contributing to the council’s cost of managing it.
“The Residents’ Association-run Council can be proud of its achievements over the last 90 years and are ready to contribute its knowledge and experience to the East Surrey unitary authority.”
Progress continues with Surrey's transition to East Surrey Council and West Surrey Council
Surrey’s Joint Committees reported steady progress on planning the 2027 transition to new East and West Surrey councils, focusing on governance, planning and clear communication.
On 18 and 19 February, the Voluntary Joint Committees for East and West Surrey continued preparations for the April 2027 transition, when the current county, district and borough councils will be replaced by two new unitary authorities responsible for all local services.
The Voluntary Joint Committees bring together councillors from the existing councils to plan the transition to West and East Surrey. They are meeting monthly until the shadow authorities are formed for West and East Surrey following the May 2026 elections.
Future Surrey is a temporary identity created by all councils in Surrey to help people understand the changes taking place across the county and what they mean for you.
During their February meetings, both Voluntary Joint Committees:
- reaffirmed their commitment, as set out in the agreed programme vision, to creating strong, modern councils that deliver high‑quality services and ensure a seamless transition
- adopted the core working principles of collaboration, trust, honesty, representation, respect for expertise and accountability
- received an update on the Implementation Plan that will drive the transition to the new east and west Surrey unitary councils in April 2027
- set out a transparent process for filling key statutory posts and establishing an Independent Remuneration Panel for councillor allowances
- underscored the importance of clear communication with residents about upcoming changes and the election process, supporting continued updates through the Future Surrey website, social media, newsletters, community venues, and printed information delivered to households.
Terence Herbert, Senior Responsible Officer for Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation in Surrey and Chief Executive of Surrey County Council said:
“Surrey’s transition to East Surrey Council and West Surrey Council continues to make strong, steady progress. Our focus remains on ensuring stability, transparency and continuity. That means putting robust governance in place, preparing clear processes, and making sure residents know what’s changing, what it means for them, and how they can take part in the upcoming elections.”
Councillor Bridget Kendrick, Chair of the East Surrey Voluntary Joint Committee and Mole Valley District Council Leader said:
“The East Surrey Joint Committee is working hard to make sure the move to the new East Surrey Council follows a strong and robust implementation plan that puts residents first and I am pleased with the pace of progress to date. Our priority is to keep local services running smoothly throughout the transition, and it’s important that we keep residents updated along the way.”
Councillor Ann-Marie Barker, Chair of the West Surrey Voluntary Joint Committee and Woking Borough Council Leader said:
“The Joint Committees are playing an important collaborative role in planning the transition to the new councils. It's important that work happens transparently with thorough attention to detail, and I’m pleased to see positive progress. Most importantly, throughout the transition, it is essential that we maintain strong services across all councils in the best interests of our residents and stakeholders.”
It was also noted that the government is asking all areas going through local government reorganisation nationally to express interest in setting up a Foundational Strategic Authority, which the government sees as setting the foundations for a mayor. Surrey councils will consider this before the government deadline of 20 March.
You can view meeting papers, the full list of councillors for each committee and the webcasts:
East Surrey Joint Committee
West Surrey Joint Committee
The next meetings of the Voluntary Joint Committees, West and East, are on 13 March at Elmbridge Borough Council offices in Esher. These meetings will also be webcast.
Elections for the new East Surrey Council
On 7 May 2026 you will get the opportunity to vote for two candidates in your ward. They will represent you in your new East Surrey council.
The councillors elected in May 2026 will work as part of 'shadow authorities' for one year. They'll be working with the existing councils on moving to Surrey's new local government structure. They will continue to represent East Surrey and West Surrey after April 2027. This is when the two new unitary authorities will take over delivering all local services in your area.
Your existing county, borough and district councillors will continue to represent you until 31 March 2027. Therefore, as planned, there will be no elections for the 12 existing county, borough and district councils in Surrey this year. This includes Epsom & Ewell Borough Council. If a by-election is needed in a particular ward, that will still take place.
There is no disruption to council services during this process. We remain focussed on delivering services as usual until the new councils take over in April 2027.
More information about May’s elections in Surrey and how to vote can be found here: Surrey Local Elections May 2026 – Surrey LGR Hub
Neighbourhood Community Infrastructure Levy - bids for funding open from 9 March 2026
From 9 March to 17 May 2026, community groups and organisations will be able to bid for funds raised by the Neighbourhood Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL). This funding delivers projects that will benefit residents and support new development across the borough.
Last year, we allocated over £230,000 from the 2024/25 Neighbourhood CIL Fund for community infrastructure projects including:
- A permanent secure storage shed for The Library of Things
- Energy-efficient lighting installed in a pedestrian tunnel for the Cattle Arch/Under-Rail Tunnel project
- Road Safety Outside School Scheme implemented for Linden Bridge School
Applications can be submitted from 9 March 2026, but you can start preparing now by reviewing the CIL Spending Protocol (Section 5, pages 13-18); you will need to use this when completing the Neighbourhood CIL funding application form - if you have any questions, then please email CIL@epsom-ewell.gov.uk.
This will be the final time Epsom & Ewell Borough Council will run this funding process; from April 2027 the council will be dissolved and replaced by the new East Surrey Council.
For more information about the Neighbourhood CIL – including links to the CIL spending protocol and Neighbourhood CIL application form - click in the comments below.
Employment Hub continues providing skills and career support for local jobseekers
On 27 January, we approved the continued funding and delivery of the Epsom & Ewell Hub, helping local jobseekers develop skills, build confidence and improve emotional wellbeing and supporting them to move successfully into employment.
The EE Hub will continue to be delivered by Surrey Lifelong Learning Partnership – a local charity that is active in employment support, skills training and community learning. Between 2022-2025, over 1,319 residents registered with EE Hub.
Councillor Clive Woodbridge, Chair of the Community & Wellbeing Committee, said:
“We are extremely proud to continue supporting the Epsom & Ewell Hub, which has become an invaluable resource for residents taking positive steps towards work.
“The Hub’s strength lies in its holistic, people‑centred approach—helping individuals overcome both practical barriers to employment and the anxiety or low confidence that can often accompany time out of work. For many, challenges linked to education, confidence or personal circumstances can hinder progress, and the Hub provides exactly the support needed to move forward.
“Over the past five years, the Hub has built strong partnerships with local businesses, NESCOT and DWP Jobcentre work coaches, which are essential to helping residents access training and meaningful opportunities.
“I am delighted that we are continuing our partnership with Surrey Lifelong Learning Partnership to deliver this service, and I would like to thank them—and all our partners—for their commitment to providing such an effective and supportive resource for our borough.”
EE Hub services available
The Epsom & Ewell Hub provides free support for residents entering the workforce or returning to work, offering help with CVs, interviews and interpersonal skills, while also supporting those facing barriers such as anxiety or low confidence. Its holistic approach includes creative activities that build resilience, and it maintains strong links with local employers—connecting jobseekers to opportunities across organisations and high street businesses—and hosting regular job fairs.
Digital support is also available, helping anyone who wants to set up a mobile phone, access email through to using Microsoft Office or finding jobs online.
Residents can also access complementary programmes and training such as Work Well, which supports adults with long-term conditions to re-engage with employment; and Multiply, a numeracy skills initiative.
Mandy Bosher, Deputy Chief Executive, Surrey Lifelong Learning Partnership said:
“We are delighted that, with the support of Epsom & Ewell Borough Council, the Epsom & Ewell Hub has been able to help residents build new skills and gain the confidence needed to move into work. Empathy and understanding are at the heart of everything we do, and our focus is always on providing the personalised support individuals need to move forward. What inspires us most are the individual learning journeys—each one unique, powerful and truly heartwarming.”
How to access EE Hub services
No appointment is needed, residents can simply drop in.
Residents can also be referred through the local Job Centre Plus or other local charities and voluntary sector organisation.
More information on the EE Hub services can be found here: Employments, skills and training support | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council
COVID-19 Day of Reflection 2026
COVID-19 memorial bench in Epsom.
Epsom & Ewell Borough Council will commemorate the COVID-19 Day of Reflection 2026 on Sunday 8 March.
The day is an opportunity to come together to remember those who lost their lives since the pandemic began and to honour the tireless work and acts of kindness shown during this unprecedented time.
Residents are invited to sign a Book of Remembrance at Epsom Town Hall and Bourne Hall during normal opening hours between 2 and 13 March.
Epsom’s Clock Tower will be lit in yellow to mark the day, and Councillors will place heart tributes created by residents and Conquest Art on COVID-19 memorial benches around the borough: 2026 COVID-19 Day of Reflection | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council.
Stoneleigh and Auriol Neighbourhood Plan - Referendum Result
Epsom & Ewell Borough Council confirmed that the Stoneleigh and Auriol Neighbourhood Plan Referendum, held on Thursday 12 February 2026, resulted in a ‘Yes’ vote.
The next step is for the Licensing and Planning Policy Committee to consider the result and formally ‘make’ the Neighbourhood Plan. This would lead the way for the policies contained within the Neighbourhood Plan to be used to help determine planning applications in the neighbourhood area.
https://www.epsom-ewell.gov.uk/sites/default/files/documents/council/elections-and-voting/Declaration%20of%20Results%20NPR%2012%20Feb%202026.pdf
Hannah Dalton, Leader of Epsom & Ewell Borough Council and Stoneleigh Ward councillor, said:
"The Stoneleigh and Auriol Neighbourhood Plan highlights how strongly local residents feel about shaping the future of their community, and their pride in where they live. We’re proud to have supported a process that gives residents a clear voice over development in their area."
Councillor Peter O'Donovan, Chair of the Licensing and Planning Policy Committee, said:
"This positive referendum result means the Stoneleigh and Auriol Neighbourhood Plan can now move to its final stage, where it will be considered by the Licensing and Planning Policy Committee. If adopted, the plan would help ensure that future development reflects local priorities and supports a well‑planned, sustainable neighbourhood."
Epsom & Ewell Borough Council renews its commitment to combatting anti-social behaviour
We have strengthened our commitment to tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) in the borough by renewing the Anti-Social Behaviour Pledge at the latest Crime and Disorder Committee.
The Anti-Social Behaviour Pledge is advocated by charity ASB Help to support and promote the victim’s voice in respect of the ASB Case Review process. This is the process in which victims of ASB can request a multi-agency review of their case.
Epsom & Ewell Borough Council first made the pledge in 2022, and it is one of many initiatives the council and its strategic partners in the Community Safety Partnership have implemented to combat anti-social behaviour.
Another initiative the committee was updated on is Safer Epsom & Ewell, a multi-agency approach to addressing serious organised crime and anti-social behaviour in the borough.
Last year, Surrey Police made a significant number of arrests linked to serious organised crime and county lines, laying the groundwork for the council and its partners to facilitate initiatives aimed at rebuilding a safer environment for residents and businesses.
The latest update on this phase of Safer Epsom & Ewell, included news on funding from the office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for two initiatives:
- New Era Academy Training (NEAT), a charity based at Court Recreation Ground that supports young people through sport, mentoring, education, and community programmes, to enable a further 12 months of activity
- Pending final agreement, the partnership will work with Engage Lime, an organisation which operate programmes to develop skills in younger people, to promote positive behaviour change and build better futures.
Councillor Alan Williamson, Chair of Crime and Disorder Committee, said:
“Anti-social behaviour is a scourge on society and affects everyone: victims, residents and perpetrators. I hope, by renewing the Anti-Social Behaviour Pledge and through our continued partnership activities as part of Safer Epsom & Ewell, we will build a safer environment for our residents, visitors and business owners.
“To residents and victims of anti-social behaviour, I would like to say that there is no one-fix solution to addressing this problem. By working with partners, we are not just addressing the existing issue of anti-social behaviour but also the causes of it.
“To the perpetrators, I would like to say that we and our partners are united in our aim of stopping organised crime and anti-social behaviour.”
Sheep grazing to return to Juniper Hill
Sheep grazing will return to Juniper Hill for the first time in 25 years! This follows approval at the Epsom and Walton Downs Conservators meeting in January and will see the Council - working with the Clerk of the Conservators - overseeing and managing the return of grazing from autumn/winter this year.
Sheep grazing on Epsom Downs has historically maintained the open chalk grassland for centuries, with a dedicated shepherd until 1925, but free-roaming flocks ceased due to traffic risks. Grazing was carried out on Juniper Hill as recently as the 90s and early 2000s and was successful in making a real difference to the habitat.
The importance of Juniper Hill
Grassland at Juniper Hill is especially important as it is considered to be the best of its type in Surrey. In council’s Biodiversity Action Plan it has been identified as a top priority to conserve; it also forms part of the Epsom and Walton Downs Habitat Management Plan (2023-2028).
Juniper Hill contains exceptionally diverse calcareous grassland, but in recent years rough grasses and scrub have begun to encroach, reducing biodiversity. The site also supports several Juniper bushes, a species in serious decline across southern England, making their protection especially important.
A great deal of partnership work and volunteer effort has already gone into restoring this area and we would like to thank everybody for their help maintaining this important habitat. Following research and consultation, it is proposed that the Downlands Grazing Partnership will supply the sheep, drawing on their extensive experience. They also provide weekly animal checks and training for staff and volunteers.
Watch this space…
As the project progresses there will be opportunities to volunteer and help support the management and enhancement of Juniper Hill’s biodiversity. There will be opportunities for residents across the borough to get involved.
Renters' Rights Act: Landlord's Webinar on 11 March 2026
With the Renters' Rights Act set to bring a range of important changes for landlords including an end to ""no fault"" evictions & fixed term contracts and new rules on when rent can be increased, Surrey's district and borough councils are presenting a special webinar to help property professionals prepare.
This free-to-join online event taking place on Wednesday 11 March (6.00pm - 8.30pm), will feature residential landlord and tenant law specialist, Tessa Shepperson, who will be sharing her insights and taking questions.
This is the first fully-online landlord’s event that Surrey has run and aims to provide key updates on the Renters’ Rights Act set to come into force on 1 May 2026. This event is designed to help landlords navigate this legislation and support the ongoing work taking place to provide fit-for-purpose housing to those in need across Surrey.
Our community’s continuing support for Ukraine
February 24th marked four years since the outbreak of war in Ukraine. We reflected on the ongoing impact of the conflict and reaffirmed our solidarity with everyone affected. To mark this solemn anniversary, we lit up the Epsom Clocktower.
Over the past four years, our area has proudly welcomed more than 350 Ukrainian nationals seeking safety through the Homes for Ukraine scheme. Launched in March 2022, this scheme has allowed local hosts to volunteer their accommodation and provided a route to temporary sanctuary for those fleeing the conflict. The scheme has relied on the generosity and practical support of our residents, community groups, and partner organisations including the Epsom and Ewell Refugee Network.
We recently celebrated Ukrainian culture with a week-long community engagement event, held in partnership with the Epsom and Ewell Refugee Network, Epsom Library, and Epsom Picturehouse. The Festival of Friendship - Ukraine ran from 27 January to 1 February. It highlighted traditional Ukrainian crafts, music, and cultural heritage and was a testament to the strength of our community cohesion and shared values.
Safer Epsom & Ewell: Partnership efforts pave way for safer communities
Safer Epsom and Ewell, is a partnership initiative launched by the Council and
Surrey Police(link is external), bringing together all parties, including local organisations and charities, to tackle serious and organised crime, as well as anti-social behaviour issues that affect our local community.
In February, our Enforcement Team and
Town & Country Housing carried out two days of joint patrols in the areas around Longmead and Watersedge
. Town & Country Housing has been working closely with us and other organisations to combat anti-social behaviour and serious organised crime, with a particular focus on housing-related issues.
Last year, residents told us they saw drug use and drug dealing as a major issue with 75.9% of those surveyed believing drug use and drug dealing was an issue across the town, and 63% said anti-social behaviour occurred daily. Of those surveyed, only 26.4% of people said they believed Epsom & Ewell was a safe place to live – and the partnership set out to change this view.
Find out more on our website here: Safer Epsom & Ewell | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council
Epsom & Ewell Jobs Fair
Looking for career opportunities?
The Epsom & Ewell Jobs Fair is back on Thursday 9 April 2026 at NESCOT in Ewell - save the date!
This year's Epsom & Ewell Jobs Fair will run from 10am-3pm and looks to be a great day planned for local jobseekers.
Last year was another huge success with many great matches made between jobseekers and employers.
The event will be at Nescot again this year, which is a great space and the venue is well known and easy to find so we expect a great turnout. There are free workshops planned too, all designed to help job hunters of any age to find a new career.
The event is FREE to attend, so why not come along and meet 40+ local employers - this could be the start of a new career for you.
Free access to Epsom & Ewell Warm Welcome venues
Warm Welcome venues are inclusive spaces that are free and open to everyone, offering a safe and warm place for all residents during the colder months. Whether you are young or old, live alone or with your family and looking for after school activities; or feel like you are struggling and just managing to get by - a Warm Welcome awaits you.
All you have to do is show up, come inside and enjoy a hot drink... with help support and advice if you need it.
Last winter, 2.6 million visits were recorded at these venues around the UK, with 70% of people feeling less isolated and 87% reporting improved mental wellbeing. There are currently over 80 Warm Welcome venues across Surrey in a variety of community spaces including community and church halls, libraries and leisure centres.
Find your nearest Warm Welcome
To find your nearest Warm Welcome visit Warm Welcome venues | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council - some venues will also be offering additional services such as social and creative activities, community fridges and advice cafes.
Green Your Home: A practical guide to help you make small climate-conscious actions
Our Green Your Home Guide is designed to help residents take simple, everyday steps to contribute to a healthier environment and help combat climate change. The guide offers practical advice and tips for making small changes that collectively make a big difference.
From reducing waste and conserving energy to choosing sustainable transport and supporting biodiversity, the guide highlights how everyone can play a part.
Did you know...
- Draught-proofing and insulating your home is an effective way to stay comfortable while reducing energy use.
- Using outdoor lighting carefully - such as choosing downlighters - helps direct light where it's needed, reduces upward light spill and protects wildlife.
- Installing a water butt onto any downpipe (even a shed roof) allows you to collect rainwater to help your plants thrive naturally. It also reduces tap water use, which may help lower household bills..
If you're thinking about making a change, we suggest you:
Review what you are currently doing
Compare this with other suggested activities
Commit to make one small change
The Green Your Home Guide is being rolled out as part our Climate Change Action Plan 2025-2029.
Councillor Liz Frost, Chair of the Environment Committee, said:
“This guide is about showing people they don’t need to make radical changes to their lives to make a difference. Simple, ongoing changes—whether building on existing efforts or starting something new—can have a meaningful, long-term impact. From making homes more energy efficient, to planning wildlife-friendly gardens, and investing in systems that reduce reliance on fossil fuels, every step counts. We want residents to feel confident and motivated to take action, and we hope the guide supports their decision-making along the way."
For more information - Green Your Home Guide | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council
Jobs at Epsom & Ewell Borough Council
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 you.
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.
Our latest vacancies include:
Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is seeking a committed and practical Downskeeper to help protect, maintain and manage the unique landscape of Epsom and Walton Downs, home of the Epsom Derby.
This is a varied role with a shift pattern that includes early starts, weekends and bank holidays, and will combine countryside management, public safety and byelaw enforcement plus a range of other activities associated with the role. Part of this will include providing a uniformed presence across the Downs, carrying out patrols, conservation and maintenance work in line with the Epsom and Walton Downs Regulation Act 1984.
You will be calm and confident when working around horses and dogs and be able to handle them safely when required, and reliable, able to work independently and as part of a team and comfortable managing a varied workload.
Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach are essential along with the ability to deal appropriately with a variety of situations, some challenging, A full driving licence is essential.
Find out more about the role here: Downskeeper.
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:
Friday 6 March, 10am-11.15am
St Barnabas Church, Temple Road, Epsom
Price: Free (any donations to World Day of Prayer)
Everyone is welcome at the World Day of Prayer Service. This year the chosen country is Nigeria and the women of Nigeria have prepared a service that speaks of the need for peace and solace, drawing on their faith and experiences.
Saturday 7 March to Thursday 12 March, 9.30am - 5pm
Epsom Library, 6 Epsom Square, Epsom KT19 8AG
This primary schools art exhibition shows new media paintings showing heads based on Pablo Picasso and Guiseppi Arcimboldo's Fruit & Vegetable series depicting the Four Seasons as part of the Art National Curriculum.
Saturday 14 March, 7.30pm - 10pm
St Martin of Tours, Church Street, Epsom KT17 4PX
Price: £20 (under 25s half price) and includes a free glass of wine and a free programme
This concert features one of the great choral masterpieces of the 19th Century, Brahms' A German Requiem, performed in a chamber version that brings new clarify to this work. The Epsom Choral Society will perform this work in a relatively new arrangement by Ian Farrington - scored by just flute, oboe, clarinet, violin, viola, cello and piano, and will preserve much of Brahms' orchestral texture and much of the original orchestration. The English Sinfonietta Chamber Ensemble will join with two outstanding soloists - Elizabeth Findon (soprano) and Dominic Sedgwick (baritone). Julian Collings will conduct.
Sunday 15 March, 1pm - 3.30pm
Epsom Common, Christ Church Road, Epsom KT18 7TR - meet at Stew Pond Car Park at 1pm
Price: £5 per adult, under 16s £2.50
On this walk with a member of our Countryside team, you'll discover Epsom Common's links to Monks, Romans and Epsom Salts up to its present day importance for wildlife.
Saturday 28 March, 10am - 2pm
Rosebery Park, Ashley Road, Epsom KT18 5AQ
This fabulous Easter Egg Trail returns! You can search the park for hidden clues to reveal the mystery prize - it's a fun, interactive way to kick start the school holidays! Every child that takes part will receive a prize and there's goody bags, Easter treats and more. All proceeds support the vital services of Age Concern Epsom & Ewell.
Bourne Hall
Find out what's coming up at the Bourne Hall, Spring Street, Ewell, KT17 1UF. For the full and most up-to-date list, please visit the Bourne Hall website.
Some highlights below include:
COVID 19 Exhibition
Ongoing with last day on Sunday 8 March, 9am - 5pm
FREE
COVID19 Day of Reflection is on 8 March. Bourne Hall continues to host an exhibition in our café area featuring images that capture the borough’s experiences during the pandemic, along with information displays and a reflection book for visitors.
For more information phone 020 8393 9571 or email bournehallmailbox@epsom-ewell.gov.uk
Epsom Playhouse
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
Farmer's Market - Epsom Marketplace
This market usually takes place on the first Sunday of the month, the next one is scheduled for Sunday 1 March 2026.
9.30am - 1.30pm.
Artisan Market – Bourne Hall
This market takes place the first Saturday of each month, the next one is scheduled for Saturday 7 March 2026.
10am – 2pm
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
