Concerns 33 home plan will lesson 'countryside character' of Surrey village

• Residents believe the affordable housing development would permanently change the village's rural setting

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SurreyLive — Surrey News · yesterday Scheme paving way for 112 homes in 'lovely' Surrey village refused over flooding concerns • Dozens of residents wrote to the council objecting to the proposals

Farnham Herald — News · today Flood risk sinks Redbrown plan for 156 houses in Holybourne • Groundwater flooding risks have caused East Hampshire District Council to refuse developer Redbrown’s outline planning application to build 156 houses in Holybourne.

Farnham Herald — News · today Royal plea: MP seeks answers over historic school site on market for £8million • The owners of an historic boarding school near Haslemere which closed last autumn have been urged to put pupils before pounds by its MP.

SurreyLive — Surrey News · yesterday Demolition plans in Surrey village as developer submits plans for 104 home development near railway station • The development would be one of the largest the village has ever seen

Epsom & Ewell Times · yesterday Drawing conclusions from Epsom and Ewell FC’s one pointer • Chipstead 1–1 Epsom & EwellFC. • 31st October 2026. • NRT Stadium, High Road, Chipstead.

Guildford Dragon · yesterday Birdwatcher’s Diary No. 359 • By Malcolm Fincham Mid October weather conditions remained favourable for photos, with sunny periods and daytime temperatures remaining in the low 20s Celsius. • This allowing my first trip of this autumn to Farlington Marshes near Portsmouth, being the nearest coastal area to my home in west Surrey.

SurreyLive — Guildford · 2 days ago Independent business owners of Guildford on trade, the run up to Christmas and the town's future • The independent owners spoke on the challenges they face, the prospect of Christmas around the corner, and how the town's regeneration could shape the future

Guildford Dragon · Local news · yesterday Mayor’s Diary: November 2 to November 15 • The diary for the Mayor of Guildford, Jane Tyson, and the Deputy Mayor, Dominique Williams. • All information as supplied by GBC. • Find out about Guildford’s Mayor & Deputy Mayor here.

Surrey Comet · Local news · yesterday Epsom Christmas lights switch-on to be final event hosted by borough council • Epsom Christmas lights switch-on takes place on November 20, marking Epsom and Ewell Borough Council’s final festive event before East Surrey Council begins.

Surrey Comet · Local news · yesterday Kingston Remembrance events to honour armed forces and explore wartime history • Kingston marks Remembrance Sunday with events on November 8, a World War One exhibition and talks, while strengthening support for veterans and armed forces.

BBC News — Surrey · Local news · yesterday Man, 80, pleads not guilty to murdering wife • David Ellis denied the charge at Guildford Crown Court on Monday and will face trial in January.

BBC News — Surrey · Local news · yesterday New planning rules undemocratic, councillors say • Fewer applications will be referred to planning committees, with officers making most decisions.

Epsom & Ewell Times · Local news · yesterday Oxshott weighs in with traffic control camera • A Surrey village is set to get a new traffic camera to protect its streets from heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) following a residents’ petition – although many believe this measure

What's on: next 14 days

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7 Nov · G Live'I'm not hungry' Eating disorders Workshop at Winter Wellfest Guildford

5 Nov · All Bar One Guildford40s&50s Singles Night @ All Bar One Guildford|Love at First Sign

11 Nov · Rik Medlik Building (University of Surrey)Adams-Sweeting Lecture by Sir Dermot Turing

14 Nov · Guildford CathedralAn Evening of Kate Bush at Guildford Cathedral

7 Nov · G LiveConsistent Nutrition for Random Lives at Winter Wellfest Guildford

13 Nov · Thirty3HzCrossy

8 Nov · G Live, GuildfordDoctor Richard Shepherd: Time of Death – More Unnatural Causes

14 Nov · All Saints' Church GuildfordFestive Sound Bath Retreat

7 Nov · G LiveGuildford Choral Autumn Concert - "Magnificat" - Beethoven, Mendelssohn and Rutter

15 Nov · Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Millbrook, GU1 3UX Guildford, United KingdomLittle Wander presents Henry Paker: Pencil Case Sun 15 Nov 2026 Combining razor-sharp stand-up with live illustration.

14 Nov · Thirty3HzHouse Emporium Presents: MALPS

7 Nov · Holroyd ArmsJerry Lee Lewis vs ELVIS

14 Nov · The Guildford InstituteLGBT+ Workshop (ages 18-30) Acrylic Painting - LGBTQ+ Workshop

14 Nov · Merrist Wood CollegeMerrist Wood College November Open Event

8 Nov · Yvonne Arnaud TheatreSo You Want to Play Detective: Guildford

13 Nov · Guildford CathedralStabat Mater by Pergolesi in Guildford

4 Nov · Surrey Technology CentreSurrey Research Park Soapbox Derby

6 Nov · Christ Church GuildfordUltimate Chill: The Piano Music of Ludovico Einaudi

7 Nov · G LiveYoga and Journaling at Winter Wellfest Guildford

8 Nov · Woking, Surrey, UKLadies & Kids Dance - Indian Cinematic Dance

5 Nov · Knaphill Scout HallNCT Woking Baby Cafe

5 Nov · Knaphill Scout HallNCT Woking Bumps & Babies

8 Nov · pyrford village war memorial hall, Coldharbour Road, Pyrford, Woking, GU22 8SPNV Dance Sunday Freestyle

4 Nov · Cellar Magnifique Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsPassione di Valpolicella- Bussola Tomaso

12 Nov · DoubleTree by Hilton WokingPower Up with Renewables - Woking

8 Nov · Woking TheatreRomesh Ranganathan Will Change Your Life

8 Nov · New Victoria TheatreRomesh Ranganathan Woking Tickets

12 Nov · The Bisley YurtSettle into Stillness, Soundbath & Meditation

14 Nov · WaterstonesSlow Burn Book Club - November 2026 - Woking

13 Nov · PirbrightStrong Through It: An Evening on Women's Health & Hormones with Judith Spruzs

8 Nov · GU21 4AA Woking, United KingdomStudio Sundays

8 Nov · Cellar Magnifique Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsSwing Into Festive Cheer

14 Nov · O'Neill’s WokingThe Lord John Band at O'Neill's, Woking

5 Nov at 18:00 · Woking Town Centre SquareWoking Diwali Parade

7 Nov · Woking Park, WokingWoking Fireworks Extravaganza

6 Nov · Hilton WokingWoking Means Business 2026

7 NovOld Skool Bingo Sat 7th Nov Woking

8 NovPooch Weekend Love From Betty & Edwins Garden Centre Woking

3 NovNew Accessibility Guide Helps Disabled Visitors Navigate Guildford

14 Nov at 10:15Printmaking Christmas Cards with Jo Boddy

10 NovAnthem For Dissatisfaction Tue 10 Nov 2026 A defiant 'rip-roaring tour de force'.

3 NovLittle Notes: 14mos-2.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 3 Nov 2026

3 NovLittle Notes: 2.5-4.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 3 Nov 2026

3 NovLittle Notes: 5-14mos Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 3 Nov 2026

12 NovMembership Madness Thu 12 Nov 2026 - Sat 14 Nov 2026 Find out more about becoming a Friend or Vanbrugh Supporter

3 NovRARE Productions Frozen Jr Auditions Tue 3 Nov 2026 - Sat 7 Nov 2026 Open auditions so there is no need to book in

8 NovSo You Want To Play Detective? Sun 8 Nov 2026 A live interactive show where the entire audience becomes the detective

10 NovThe Disappearing Man By Kenny Emson Tue 10 Nov 2026 - Sat 14 Nov 2026

3 NovTilted Wig in association with Watford Palace Theatre presents The Picture of Dorian Gray By Oscar Wilde Tue 3 Nov 2026 - Sat 7 Nov 2026

4 NovYouth Theatre: Autumn Term (13-16yrs) Wed 4 Nov 2026 Youth Theatre for young people aged 13 to 16 years old.

3–4 NovEvening Online Talks from RHS Garden Wisley

3–4 NovHayley Emma Studio: Contemporary Handwoven Textiles

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Did you know? · Surrey

Abinger Hammer's hammer pond, once used to power an iron forge on the River Tillingbourne, was later adapted to grow the watercress the village is still known for.

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