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EEBC committee recommends public consultation on proposed Local Plan modifications

Our Licensing and Planning Policy Committee (LPPC) recently recommended proceeding with a statutory six-week public consultation on the Government-appointed Planning Inspector's proposed main modifications to the council's submitted Local Plan 2022-2040. Before the consultation can take place, approval must be granted by full Council. It is anticipated that a meeting of the full Council will take place next month.

The proposed main modifications have been identified by the Government-appointed Planning Inspector as necessary to make the Local Plan sound, an essential requirement before it can be adopted.

Key main modifications include the allocation of twelve additional urban sites, the allocation of four additional green belt sites and changes to the policy relating to the racecourse and racehorse training industry.  

If approved by full Council, the consultation would provide residents, businesses and other stakeholders with an opportunity to comment on the proposed modifications. Following the consultation, the Inspector would review all representations received and issue a final report, together with a schedule of Main Modifications required to make the plan sound. These documents would then be published on the council's website. This will mark the conclusion of the examination process.

Councillor Peter O’Donovan, Chair of the Licensing and Planning Policy Committee, said:

"An up-to-date Local Plan is essential to help shape how Epsom & Ewell develops in the years ahead. It provides a framework for meeting the borough's housing, infrastructure and community needs, while protecting the character, heritage and green spaces that residents value.

This stage of the examination process is led by the Government-appointed Planning Inspector, who determines what changes may be required before the Local Plan can be considered for adoption.

Having an adopted up-to-date Local Plan will put the council and our communities in a stronger position to ensure future development reflects the needs and priorities of the borough, while reducing the risk of speculative planning applications."

If the Inspector concludes that the Local Plan with the main modifications is sound, councillors will be asked to decide whether to formally adopt it as planning policy for the borough at a future meeting of the full Council.

New bursary scheme launched to help Ukrainian families in Epsom and Ewell build skills and access employment opportunities

We have launched a new bursary scheme to help Ukrainian families living in the borough gain new skills, access training opportunities and improve their employment prospects. 

The council’s Employment and Upskilling Bursary will support current and former Homes for Ukraine guests by helping to cover the costs of vocational training and accredited courses, including up to £750 towards course fees, essential materials and examination costs. The scheme aims to improve employment opportunities by helping applicants build on their existing skills and qualifications and overcome barriers to entering the UK workforce. 

In addition, a smaller Community Connections Bursary will be available for children and young people to take part in activities outside of school. These grants of up to £350 are designed to support community integration, encourage participation in local activities and help young people build friendships and connections within the borough. 

Funding for the scheme is limited, so bursaries will be allocated to eligible applicants on a first-come-first-serve basis.

The bursary is the latest initiative in our ongoing programme of support for the Ukrainian community. Since the outbreak of war in Ukraine, the council has welcomed more than 250 people through the Homes for Ukraine scheme and has worked closely with host families across the borough throughout their sponsorship journeys. 

Over the past four years, we have delivered a wide range of support services and community initiatives. These have included drop-in sessions for those seeking private accommodation, a dedicated helpdesk providing practical advice and assistance, the borough's first Festival of Ukraine, creative wellbeing sessions, and weekly Ukrainian language classes for young children to help them maintain their language and cultural heritage while settling into life in the UK. 

The council also works closely with Epsom and Ewell Refugee Network who provide support to those on the Homes for Ukraine Scheme. They have also independently provided social trips to support community integration.

Councillor Clive Woodbridge, Chair of the Community and Wellbeing Committee, said: 

"This bursary is a practical investment in people's futures. It will help Ukrainian residents in Epsom and Ewell gain valuable skills, qualifications and experience that can open doors to enjoyable and fulfilling employment, and greater financial independence. 

"We remain committed to supporting those who have been forced to leave their homes because of the war in Ukraine. I am continually inspired by the courage and resilience shown by Ukrainian families living in the borough. I am pleased the Council is able to offer this bursary to help people build secure, independent and fulfilling lives as part of our community here in Epsom and Ewell." 

To apply and find out more about the Employment and Upskilling Bursary or the Community Connections Bursary, please visit: Supporting Ukraine | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council.

Messages of Hope to mark World Suicide Prevention Day

From 10 to 17 September, we invited residents to write and share messages of hope, encouragement and support for others as part of our Messages of Home campaign, marking World Suicide Prevention Day. Boards were located at Ashley Centre, Bourne Hall Library, Epsom Library, Epsom Picturehouse and St John's Church in Stoneleigh. 

Chief Executive of Epsom & Ewell Borough Council, Jackie King, Chair of the Community & Wellbeing Committee, Councillor Clive Woodbridge, and the Mayor of Epsom & Ewell, Councillor Lucie McIntyre, also added their own messages to the board at the Ashley Centre on 10 September. 

We also supported Epsom Picturehouse who hosted a free Letters of Hope workshop in its café area on 10 September from 2pm to 4pm, led by local facilitator Kate McBarron. Participants were guided through letter-writing techniques and prompts to help them create messages of hope.

Part of the council’s Health and Wellbeing Strategy, the initiative aims to help people feel connected, reduce the stigma around mental health, raise awareness of local support services and resources, and provide messages of hope to people who may be facing mental health challenges or affected by the loss of someone to suicide.

On 9 September, ahead of the opening of the 'Messages of Hope' display boards, Councillor Clive Woodbridge, Chair of the Community and Wellbeing Committee said :

“Mental health challenges can affect anyone, and they can have a profound impact on individuals, families and friends.

"World Suicide Prevention Day is an opportunity to raise awareness, encourage conversations and remind people that small acts of kindness can make a real difference. Through Messages of Hope, we want to show that Epsom & Ewell is a community that cares, where people look out for one another and where nobody has to face difficult times alone."

“I would encourage anyone who is experiencing mental health difficulties, or who is concerned about someone they know, to reach out for help. One life lost is too much."

If you're facing mental health challenges, or have been affected by suicide, please remember: you are not alone. Help and support are available.

Information on local mental health services and resources can be found here - https://www.epsom-ewell.gov.uk/mental-health-support-and-resources

Bookings open for free Young Legends programme for local children aged 9 to 11

We are pleased to announce the return of its Epsom & Ewell Young Legends sports and creative activities programme for 9 to 11-year-olds living in the borough. Up to two activities per child are available, free of charge. Bookings open on 17 September 2026 and can be booked on the council’s website. Places are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Epsom & Ewell Young Legends programme provides children with opportunities to help boost their confidence, develop new skills, make friends, and ease the transition for those preparing for secondary school.

A diverse range of activities is available, including Basketball, Coding, Football, Girls’ Rugby, Judo, Musical Theatre (Song and Dance), Scrapbooking, Sing & Sign Choir and Tennis, alongside a dedicated Arts & Crafts session for children with special educational needs (SEN). Delivered by trusted and skilled professionals in a safe and supportive environment, the programme encourages children to try new things and have fun.

Councillor Clive Woodbridge, Chair of the Community & Wellbeing Committee, commented:

"We're excited to bring Young Legends back for a second year. Last year's positive feedback showed just how valuable these opportunities are for local young people, and we're delighted to offer another programme that helps children stay active, build confidence, develop new skills and make new friends."

"Supporting the mental and emotional wellbeing of our residents is a key aim of our Health and Wellbeing Strategy. Through Young Legends, we're helping children stay active, build confidence and connect with others, while working to make the programme accessible to as many young people as possible.

Whether you want to continue with an activity you enjoyed last year or try something completely new, I encourage parents, carers and children to explore the activities on offer and give an activity a try!

I'd also like to thank our local activity providers, for their invaluable support in delivering the Epsom & Ewell Young Legends programme."

Programme timetable & sign-up information

Up to two activities can be selected per child and places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. More information including the timetable and sign-up information can be found here - Epsom & Ewell Young Legends | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council.

Forms can also be completed at Epsom Town Hall during opening hours.

For any questions, email the council’s Community Development team: cdevelopment@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

Free Epsom & Ewell community football available for local children aged 10 to 16

Access to Activity Bursary for 12 to 15-year olds open for applications until December 2026

Our Access to Activity Bursary is designed to help tackle financial challenges that may prevent 12-15 year olds in the borough from taking part in sport. Eligible young people can receive up to £200 to help with sports club memberships, subscriptions or match fees. 

Applications can be submitted any time before 31 December 2026, or until all funding has been distributed.

Who is eligible?

To be eligible, applicants must:

Application process

This is a one-off grant, and priority will be given to eligible residents who have not received an Epsom & Ewell Borough Council grant aimed at facilitating access to physical activity in the past five years. 

 If the 12–15-year-old is eligible, applicants will need to follow this process:

1. arrange a taster session directly with participating sports club – the list of participating clubs can be found on our website and it will be updated on an ongoing basis
2. following the taster, if the 12–15-year-old wants to continue and enrol with the club, the council’s application form will need to be completed
3. EEBC will then be in touch to confirm next steps.

Note: If the application is successful, the applicant will be asked to contact the sports club directly to enrol in their chosen activity. 

All information about the Access to Activity bursary including the application form and participating sports clubs (updated as the year progresses) can be found  here: https://www.epsom-ewell.gov.uk/access-to-activity

For other council opportunities available for children and young people, follow this link - https://www.epsom-ewell.gov.uk/residents/communities-health-and-wellbeing/getting-active-and-great-outdoors/getting-active

For any questions, email the Community Development team at Epsom & Ewell Borough Council: cdevelopment@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

Fridge and freezer collections are temporarily suspended

We will temporarily be suspending fridge and freezer collections from homes as part of our bulky waste collection service.

The suspension comes at a time when there is a national shortage of capacity to treat and recycle fridges and freezers. Across the country, there is a small network of facilities that can treat fridges and freezers, which has recently been hit by multiple operational issues. These include a processor going into liquidation, a series of fires at treatment facilities and increased demand on facilities due to recent hot weather.

As there are currently fewer treatment facilities for fridges and freezers, space at Surrey's waste disposal sites has become limited. This has led to Suez, which operates the sites on behalf of Surrey County Council, temporarily restricting the delivery of fridges and freezers from Surrey's district and borough councils.

This step has been taken alongside various other local authorities across England, which have experienced the same issues.

Fridges and freezers can still be taken to any of Surrey's community recycling centres. EEBC is also advising residents to check whether retailers offer to collect and recycle old fridges or freezers when delivering a replacement.

For more information, please visit Suspension of fridge and freezer collections | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council

Help shape your future council websites

From April 2027, East Surrey Council and West Surrey Council will provide local services through new council websites. 

We're inviting people from across Surrey to help shape those websites by taking part in a short survey. 

The survey asks participants where they would expect to find common council information and services. There are no right or wrong answers. We simply want to understand how people naturally look for information online. 

Your feedback will help ensure the future websites are easy to use and organised in a way that makes sense to residents, businesses and communities. 

The survey takes around 5 to 10 minutes to complete and is open until 10am on Monday 5 October. 

Supported drop-in sessions will also take place at: 

• Woking Library – Tuesday 29 September, 10am to 4pm 

• Redhill Library – Thursday 1 October, 10am to 4pm 

No booking is required. 

Take part: https://www.surreylgrhub.gov.uk/future-website 

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council's Free Digital Inclusion Fair on 19 October

Do you know someone who would benefit from a little extra help using online services?

On 19 October, local organisations including Barclays, the NHS, Tech Angels, Sight for Accessibility, The Employment Hub and Trading Standards, and others to be confirmed, will be on hand to offer free, friendly advice and support.

• Monday 19 October
• 11am to 2pm
• Epsom Methodist Church

This event aims to help residents build their digital confidence, stay safe online and ultimately make the most of everyday online services and attendees will have the opportunity to speak directly with organisations and get practical guidance in person.

If you know someone who has limited digital skills, lacks confidence online, or would benefit from face-to-face support, please help spread the word.

Support a smoke-free Surrey this Stoptober

Surrey’s Public Health team is encouraging the 80,000 people in Surrey who still smoke to quit for good this Stoptober. Quitting smoking can be challenging, which is why the message is: you don’t need to do it alone. With the right support, you are three times more likely to quit successfully.

While Stoptober is an annual campaign in October, support is available all year round. In Surrey, residents can access free stop smoking support from:

One You Surrey’s stop smoking service

This service offers up to 12 weeks of quit smoking support to people who live or work in Surrey, including weekly one to one behavioural support sessions with a trained stop smoking advisor and access to free stop smoking aids.

For more information visit: One You Surrey

The Smoke Free app

Surrey residents can access the Smoke Free app with free access to pro features. This easy‑to‑use app offers daily motivation to stop smoking, with progress tracking, and practical tools to help you stay on track. The app also provides 24/7 support from a fully trained advisor, along with free stop‑smoking aids delivered to your door.

To download search ‘Smoke Free’ in your app store or download the free app.

Support for children and young people

For information on the support available to help children and young people aged 11 to 25-years-old in Surrey to reduce or stop smoking or vaping, visit children and young people's vaping and smoking service.

For more information about stop smoking support, please visit Stop smoking support | Healthy Surrey

Please support this campaign by sharing messages and assets from the social media toolkit on your channels, or sharing Healthy Surrey’s social media posts. Artwork for digital screens are also available in the Stoptober toolkit.

Annual Canvass 2026: Have Your Details Changed? Let Us Know

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is currently conducting its annual canvass.

Every year the Electoral Registration Officer for Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is required by law to carry out a canvass and contact all households in the Borough to find out if there have been any changes to who is eligible to be registered to vote at each address to ensure the register is as accurate and complete as possible.

Your household will receive one or more of the below:

• A confirmation letter on green paper sent by post. You will be asked to check the names of people living at your address. You only need to respond if you need to make a change or update the information printed on the letter.
• A canvass form sent on yellow paper by post. This form will ask you to confirm who is currently eligible to vote in your household. By law, you must respond to this form and provide the information requested.
• An email communication in relation to the above if you have previously provided an email address to Electoral Services – expected to be sent on or around 28 August.

How to respond

To confirm or update the details for a household:

• Visit www.householdresponse.com/epsomandewell(link is external). In the login page, please enter both parts of the security code that is on the letter, canvass form or email you have received.
• If you have no changes to make, you can also respond by calling 0800 8840701

If you are asked to respond to a canvass communication and don’t, we will make other attempts to get a response from you, which may include reminder forms, a telephone call or a visit to your property, so please respond as soon as you receive the information request from us.

If you have any questions about how to respond to the letter, form or email you have received, please email electoralservices@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

Further details

For more information including about the registers: Annual Canvass of the Register of Electors | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council

New East Surrey Council Chief Executive appointed

On 29 July 2026, at the East Surrey Shadow Council, Adam Chalmers was appointed Chief Executive of the new East Surrey Council.

Together We Make A Difference - Epsom Repair Café

Councillor Neil Dallen is the Chair of the Epsom Repair Café, a charity which meets in the Scout HQ behind Epsom Methodist Church every month:

“Every third Saturday of the month, I help to run the Epsom Repair Café. The café is run by a group of amazing volunteers who can help fix any number of things, from electrical goods, such as lamps and toasters, to garden tools and pushchairs. Labour is free of charge, although we do make it possible to donate a small fee if someone wishes to do so.

It’s a rewarding afternoon each month, and I love seeing people leave with their repaired items, which might otherwise have ended up in landfill. We’re also sometimes able to fix much-loved household items that would otherwise be sorely missed!

The launch of the Repair Café was supported by Epsom & Ewell Borough Council back in 2020 and, since then, we have helped thousands of residents by repairing their items - also helping to protect the environment by reducing waste.”

Pictured: Councillor Neil Dallen and Councillor Phil Neale who is a trustee of Epsom Repair Café.

The café meets on the third Saturday of every month, except August and December, between 2-5pm, in Epsom Methodist Church.

Epsom Repair Cafe

What's on 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: 

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:

Epsom Playhouse

Find out what's coming up at the Epsom Playhouse. For the full and most up-to-date list, please visit the Epsom Playhouse website.

Some highlights include:

Lipstick On Your Collar 2026

Thursday 1st October 2026

Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn't touch the floor. Get your dancing shoes at the ready, grab yourself a milkshake and relax - you are in for an evening of back to back hits from the 1950s and 60s!

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Central Band of The Royal Air Force 'In Concert'

Friday 2 October 2026

A spectacular celebration of the music from Stage and Dance featuring everything from calming pavanes to a raucous mambo and the toe tapping rhythms of Riverdance to hit West End themes, so don't miss out on this special charity concert and the incredible musicianship of the Central Band of the Royal Air Force.

This concert is presented by the RAF Music Charitable Trust to raise funds for the wider Armed Forces Community.

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The Rolling Clones 2026

Saturday 3 October 2026

There are no better guardians of the back catalogue of hits from The Rolling Stones, one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll acts of all time. There are no better deliverers of vibrancy, edginess, masterly musicianship and charisma on the tribute circuit, and all this by the strutting, trout-pouting Jaggernaut-load. There is no better way to experience vintage juice from the best fruit on the rock ‘n’ roll tree: ladies and gentleman, we bring you The Rollin’ Clones.

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The Bohemians

Sunday 4 October 2026

Come and celebrate Queen in style with A Comprehensive re-enactment of Queen's Greatest Hits.

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Cally Beaton: Namaste Motherf*ckers

Tuesday 6 October 2026

Namaste Motherf*ckers is the new show from Cally Beaton (QI, Live at the Apollo) - a quick-witted, unexpected and unapologetic insight into life in midlife.

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Jane Eyre presented by Conn Artists Theatre Company

Tuesday 13 October 2026

Charlotte Brontë’s gothic romance, swept against the backdrop of the Yorkshire moors, with a haunting atmosphere and unforgettable emotion, tells a story of independence, resilience, and the courage to follow one’s heart.

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Beyond the Barricade 2026

Wednesday 14 October 2026

Beyond the Barricade, the UK’s longest running Musical Theatre Concert Tour, is back. Join the cast for two hours of the best of Broadway and the West End, featuring the songs that have made audiences return over and over again for more than 25 years. 

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Beauty, Scandal, Obsession: Annie Miller & The Pre-Raphaelites

Wednesday 14 October 2026

The revolutionary Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood shocked Victorian Britain with their vivid art, radical ideas, and unconventional lives.

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Money For Nothing

Thursday 15th October 2026

Money For Nothing is a tribute to the Dire Straits like no other before. Prepare to be captivated by the authentic sounds of one of the most successful rock bands of all time.

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The Nutcracker Ballet performed by the Crown Ballet

Friday 16 October 2026

The beloved Christmas classic returns! After last year’s acclaimed tour, Crown Ballet® brings back its dazzling production of The Nutcracker, Tchaikovsky’s timeless masterpiece.

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Epsom Symphony Orchestra Autumn Concert 2026

Saturday 17 October 2026

Join the Epsom Symphony Orchestra on Saturday 17 October as they mark the start of their 75^th year of making music in Epsom.  The programme opens with Brahms’ lively and jovial Academic Festival Overture.  Full of musical jokes, but also the complex technique that Brahms was famous for, this really is a fitting way to mark the Orchestra’s celebration.

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In The Air Tonight

Sunday 18 October 2026

Get ready for a Night to Remember – as we bring the unforgettable sound of Phil Collins to life!

This is In The Air Tonight - the ultimate live tribute to the one and only Phil Collins.

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K-Pop Dance Heroes

Monday 19 October 2026

Sing and dance along with the K-Pop Dance Heroes as they take you on a musical adventure through the biggest K-Pop hits of all time. 

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Spot's Birthday Party

Tuesday 20 - Wednesday 21 October 2026

Join Spot and his friends for this engaging and interactive show for everyone age 2plus and their grownups.

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Tracy Borman - Tudors on Tour

Tuesday 20 October 2026

Discover the Tudors as you’ve never seen them before with historian, broadcaster and bestselling author Tracy Borman OBE.

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Markets in Epsom & Ewell

Regular markets in Epsom Marketplace take place on Thursday and Saturday.
For information on the weekly markets at Epsom Marketplace and others, including the Artisan Market, take a look here: Epsom & Ewell markets

Farmer's Market - Epsom Marketplace
This market usually takes place on the first Sunday of the month.
9.30am - 1.30pm.

Artisan Market - Bourne Hall, Ewell
This market usually takes place the first Saturday of each month.
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.

Epsom Common Association (ECA)

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

Upcoming council meetings

The following meetings of the Council will be held in October:

• Tuesday 6 October, 7.30 pm - Community and Wellbeing Committee
• Monday 12 October, 10am - Nonsuch Park Joint Management Committee
• Monday 12 October, 6pm - Epsom and Walton Downs Consultative Committee
• Tuesday 13 October, 7.30 pm - Environment Committee
• Thursday 15 October, 7.30 pm - Licensing and Planning Policy Committee

The agendas, reports and details on how to view the council meetings are published seven days before the relevant meeting on the website links above.

Meeting dates are subject to change. When looking for details of a particular meeting, please contact the relevant officer to confirm that the meeting is going ahead as scheduled.

The calendar of Council meetings can be found here: democracy.epsom-ewell.gov.uk/Calendar

You can subscribe to updates in order to receive information via e-mail regarding arrangements for particular committee meetings.

Community notice boards

There are community notice boards, known as Borough Boards, in various locations across Epsom & Ewell. The Boards are for local community use and form a vital information point for those who are not online.  They are used for timely information and events; they are not used to advertise businesses. 

Submitting a poster

If you have a poster you would like placing on the boards, please email communications@epsom-ewell.gov.uk with an electronic copy of the poster, so the team can double check it is appropriate for the boards. Once the team have confirmed the poster is suitable, please print and deliver 25 posters (one for each board) into the postbox outside the main entrance at Epsom & Ewell Borough Council Town Hall, clearly marked ‘Borough Boards’, or ask your Ward Councillor to do so on your behalf.

Please submit your posters as far in advance as possible, to allow plenty of time for posters to be checked and put up on the boards.

Content rules

Posters should advertise timely local information and events. The following will not be accepted:

• Overt advertising of businesses or services
• Any discriminatory language or suggestions, including hate speech and profanities in the text or via images
• Promoting a religious cause only, with no event or activity taking place
• Any political inferences.

Poster content should be easy for everyone to read and respond to. All posters must:

• Be a maximum of A4 in size
• Consider accessibility - they should be easy to read, in colours that are contrasting and not using fonts that may be tricky for those with visual impairments to read
• Posters should include a working phone number wherever possible.  A poster that only points to a website / email for more information will not serve those members of the community who are not online.

We reserve the right to select which posters can be featured. 

We will insert posters that meet the content rules above on a first submitted, first served basis, until all the spaces are allocated, and to remove any that are out of date in a timely manner.