Guildford MP to Challenge Government on Expected Changes in Planning Law
By Isabelle Trubshaw Guildford MP Zöe Franklin (Lib Dem) is preparing to question the House of Commons over anticipated planning law reforms, following Berkley Homes’ decision to withdraw its long-standing scheme to refurbish Howard of Effingham School, in favour of housing development. See: Developers Abandon New School…
Campaigners Cautiously Welcome New Path Proposal
By Martin Giles Loseley Estate’s proposal to create a new pathway on the Hog’s Back to allow enjoyment of views to the south over the Surrey Hills has been given a cautious welcome by campaigners. The proposed new path would include a hedge that would prevent ingress…
Highways Bulletin: Drivers Are Ignoring Road Closures and Abusing Road Workers
The information for this bulletin comes from Surrey County Council and is written by them. See interactive map here. Report potholes and highway issues here. Junction 10, M25 news here. Rising Abuse Towards Road Workers Across Surrey, road workers are facing increasing levels of hostility while carrying…
When Distinguished Guests Came by Helicopter to Party at Ripley’s Dunsborough Park
By Mark Coxhead with David Rose From 1956 to 1973, Ripley hosted its own unique air display, akin to the Farnborough Airshow, with annual helicopter garden parties held in the grounds of Dunsborough Park. These events were organised by Dunsborough Park’s owners, Charles Hughesdon, an avid helicopter…
Developers Abandon New School Plan In Favour of Housing Scheme
By Isabelle Trubshaw Howard of Effingham School has been left “shocked and disappointed” by Berkeley Homes’ decision to withdraw its long-standing plans to build a new replacement school alongside its proposed housing development. The developers have said that significant rises in construction costs have forced it to…
Loseley Estate Proposes New Path to ‘Enhance Public Access and Protect Farmland’
By Martin Giles Following strong public reaction to the closing of a fieldside path by the Guildford end of the Hog’s Back, Loseley Estate is proposing the creation of a new path that will still give public access to views southwards over the Surrey Hills. Loseley Park’s…
Two Burglars Jailed
Two men have been jailed after pleading guilty to burglary offences in which they targeted homes in the early hours, entering through front doors to steal car keys and make off with vehicles. Three years ago, on a Sunday (August 27 2023), at around 3.30am, police were…
How Waverley Singers Overcame a Difficult Problem of Acoustics in the Cathedral
Review by Mike Aaronson This Waverley Singers’ concert in Guildford Cathedral on Saturday, March 21, certainly lived up to its name – Exaltation. Before I continue, I should offer a full disclosure: your reviewer is a member of the choir and was part of the performance. This…
Protection Order Agreed for Surrey Beauty Spot
By Chris Caulfield local democracy reporter Motorcyclists near Box Hill are being targeted despite the “vast majority” who visit the Surrey beauty spot being “considerate people who behave respectfully”. A Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) is being introduced around the National Trust site following efforts from residents…
City Relegated Despite Recent Good Form
Guildford City (0) 1 Epsom & Ewell (0) 2 By Barry Underwood Despite a valiant fight, Guildford City succumbed to relegation…
Commercial Way Is Windy Way in Woking
By Emily Dalton local democracy reporter ‘Why is it so windy?’. People living and working in Woking’s town centre want answers…
Ash Primary School To Be Rebuilt as Part of Government Redevelopment Programme
By David Reading The Government has announced that Shawfield Primary School in Ash is to be rebuilt. Work on the new…
The Dragon Says: Marry in Haste, Repent at Leisure
So, in the face of comprehensive apathy, GBC’s recommendation is to press ahead with the formation of a council for Guildford…
Flames Edge the Clan
Jack Jacome had a three-goal night, including the winner on a late powerplay to lift Flames to a 3-2 win over…
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