Plans for 950 homes in Surrey village amended to include nursery and cafe but objections continue

• Additions of a nursery and a cafe have not been enough for objections to be withdrawn

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Guildford Dragon · yesterday East Surrey Council Leaders Also Want to Stay ‘On Track’ With Reorganisation Programme • By James Moules local democracy reporter East Surrey’s shadow council leader has insisted that the county’s council restructure remains “on track” after the government hit pause on planned reforms following new legal advice. • His view is similar to that of his party colleague Cllr Paul Follows, leader of the Shadow West Surrey Council.

SurreyLive — Surrey News · yesterday Legal advice that's left Surrey the only place scrapping existing councils won't be shared by the government • Angela Rayner, Secretary of State for Housing, Communities, and Local Government, said it was not convention for the Government to publish or comment on legal advice received.

Surrey Comet · yesterday Firms fined £1m over 'horrifying' death of worker buried alive in Banstead ditch • Firms have been fined over £1 million over the “horrifying” death of a labourer who was buried alive in a ditch in Banstead.

Guildford Dragon · Local news · yesterday Shadow Councils Consider Tourism Tax • By James Moules local democracy reporter Surrey’s two new shadow unitary councils are considering a “tourism tax” to help buoy their finances amid major changes to local government in the area.

Surrey Comet · Local news · yesterday Kingston Council boosts support for youth jobs and careers • Nationally and across London, young people are facing a tough employment landscape.

Epsom & Ewell Times · Local news · 3 days ago Tourist tax to boost Surrey finances? • Surrey’s two new unitary councils are considering a “tourism tax” to help buoy their finances amid major changes to local government in the area. • This tax on overnight stays, which

Epsom & Ewell Times · Local news · 3 days ago Conservative Mayoral hopeful seeks ULEZ review • Surrey’s Conservative shadow authority opposition leaders have thrown their weight behind a London mayoral candidate’s pledge to review the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). • Braintree MP Sir James Cleverly resigned

What's on: next 14 days

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19 Sep · Multiple VenuesPAY DAY SALE! - 24 HOURS ONLY! SURREY FRESHERS WEEK 2026 | 1 TICKET - 3 EVENTS!

14 Sep · TBCGLAM FRESHERS 2026!! Surrey's Wildest Freshers Night!

16 Sep · All Bar One Guildford20s 30s Singles Night at All Bar One Guildford | Love at First Sign

20 Sep · Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Millbrook, GU1 3UX Guildford, United Kingdom5 Mistakes That Changed History

21 Sep · G Live GuildfordBlancmange in Guildford

11 Sep · Hogs Back Brewery LtdElles Bailey in Guildford

21 Sep · Popworld GuildfordF*CK ME It's Freshers - Surrey / Guildford

18 Sep · Popworld - GuildfordFresh Fridays

21 Sep · Thirty3HzFreshers Groovy Land Surrey's Biggest Throwback Event

20 Sep · Thirty3HzFRESHERS TAKEOVER SURREY 2026 Official Student Partners with BoohooMAN FREE T-Shirt with Every Ticket! Sold Out 15 years Running!

11 Sep · Thirty3HzGoldie

13 Sep · Guildford High StreetGuildford Antiques & Vintage Street Market

11 & 20 Sep · GuildfordGuildford Heritage Open Days 2026

12 Sep · Guildford CathedralGuildford's Craft & Flea Market

18 Sep · University of SurreyHEJIRA: CELEBRATING JONI MITCHELL

19 Sep · Thirty3HzJamie Fielding [3 HOUR EXTENDED SET] - THIRTY3HZ // GUILDFORD

12 Sep · G Live, GuildfordLaura Lexx: Yo-Yo Guildford

12 Sep · Surrey Sports ParkNational Brick Events - Guildford

20 Sep · The Boileroom Music and Cultural Arts SpacePopkids Guildford - The Big Neon Rave

19 Sep · Loseley ParkSpace Safari Drone Light Show - Guildford

19 Sep · Surrey Sports ParkStriking Comic Con - Guildford

19 Sep · Holroyd ArmsSUBRBAN DAYTIME CLUBBING

19 Sep · The Holroyd Arms / Suburbs VenueSUBURBAN DAYTIME CLUBBING with guest DJ DANNY RAMPLING

20 Sep · University Of SurreySURREY FRESHERS 2026 - SIGN UP NOW!

19 Sep · Multiple VenuesSURREY FRESHERS WEEK 2026 | 1 TICKET - 3 EVENTS!

22 Sep · Popworld - GuildfordTHE FRESHERS FULL MOON PARTY - SURREY FRESHERS

20 Sep · Popworld - GuildfordTHE OFFICIAL FRESHERS WELCOME PARTY - SURREY FRESHERS

21 Sep · G Live GuildfordThompson Twins' Tom Bailey

11 SepThe Deluded @ Rogues Wine Bar - Three decades of hits. One seriously good night.

12 SepThe Shere 42k 2026

12 Sep · West End, Windlesham & District Agricultural & Horticultural Society2026 Barn Dance

21 Sep · Woking & Sam Beare Hospice and Wellbeing CareAdvanced Communication Skills Training

23 Sep · WokingGuilt Free Boundaries - Free Online Masterclass

12 Sep at 15:30 · St Mary the Virgin Church, HorsellHeritage Weekend, Climbing the St Mary's Horsell Tower - 12th September

13 Sep · Cellar Magnifique Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsJazz in the West End

12 Sep · Woking TheatreJohn Cleese and The Holy Grail

13 Sep · Woking, Surrey, UKLadies & Kids Dance - Indian Cinematic Dance

22 Sep · Cellar Magnifique: Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsPaint & Sip in Woking at Cellar Magnifique

12–13 Sep · Edwins Garden CentrePooch Weekend Love From Betty & Edwin’s Garden Centre Woking

20 Sep · Woking, SurreySeymours Woking Car Show 2026

19 Sep · The Bisley YurtShamanic Beginners Taster Workshop

23 Sep · Woking Railway Athletic ClubSpringbank distillery

22 Sep · Woking TheatreThe Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Live at New Victoria Theatre Woking

12 Sep · Knaphill Working Mens ClubThe Funky Funks Live @ Knaphill WMC

12 Sep · O'Neill’s WokingVynyl Ryvyvl live with Nicola @ O'Neill's, Woking

12 Sep · West End, Windlesham & District Agricultural & Horticultural SocietyWest End, Windlesham & District Ag & Hort Show 2026

14 Sep at 19:00 · GU21 4SS Woking, United KingdomYOGA MONDAYS 7pm-8pm - WEEKLY - FREE PARKING

21 SepCharity Quiz Night: 21 September | The Jovial Sailor, Ripley

12 SepOld Skool Bingo Sat 12th Sep Woking

19 Sep at 10:00Everyone Woking’s Heritage Showcase

18 Sep at 09:30Drawing for Adults

20 Sep5 Mistakes That Changed History Sun 20 Sep 2026 A hilarious historical storytelling show performed by historian and comedian, Paul Coulter.

15 SepLittle Notes: 14mos-2.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 15 Sep 2026

15 SepLittle Notes: 2.5-4.5yrs Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 15 Sep 2026

15 SepLittle Notes: 5-14mos Autumn Term Pass Fun-filled music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers Tue 15 Sep 2026

15 SepOriginal Theatre in association with Theatr Clwyd present The Other Side Of Murder Starring Rufus Hound, Susie Blake & Carla Mendonça Tue 15 Sep 2026 - Sat 19 Sep 2026

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

16 SepYouth Theatre: Taster Session (13-16yrs) Youth theatre for young people aged 13 to 16. Wed 16 Sep 2026 - Wed 14 Oct 2026

13 SepAviation Day 13 sept >

19 SepEmergency Services Day 19 Sept >

10 SepDining Club – A Mediterranean garden

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Did you know? · Surrey

Leith Hill near Coldharbour is Surrey's highest point at 294m, and its 18th-century Gothic tower lifts visitors past 1,000 feet above sea level.

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