Plans to demolish Surrey golf club for 750 new homes would 'destroy' local community, locals say

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SurreyLive — Surrey News · yesterday Tandridge told to build 819 news homes a year as thousands of homes planned for district • The council leader said it had a 'very high' housing target and was one of the most 'constrained authorities'

Farnham Herald — News · today Penny-farthing lights up Farnham's first Glow Ride for safer cycle routes • An illuminated penny-farthing was among the unusual sights on Farnham's streets as cyclists lit up the town to call for safer routes for women and children.

Epsom & Ewell Times · Local news · yesterday Epsom & Ewell Borough Council Remembrance and Armistice Day activities • Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is proud to announce that Remembrance and Armistice Day services, parades and activities will take place across the borough to honour the fallen and give

Guildford Dragon · Local news · yesterday New Traveller Site For Ash Green Gains Council Approval, Despite Objections • By James Moules local democracy reporting service A traveller site has been granted planning permission in Ash Green after council officers warned there are “no alternative sites” available within the Guildford borough.

Epsom & Ewell Times · Local news · yesterday Surrey to support nature activity for health • A new countywide programme has been launched to help more Surrey residents improve their health and wellbeing through spending time in nature. • Surrey County Council has launched the Surrey Green

Guildford Dragon · Local news · yesterday West Horsley Residents Object, But New Housing Plans Are Approved • By James Moules local democracy reporting service Four new houses have been approved to be built in the spacious garden of an existing property in West Horsley, despite fierce opposition from residents.

Surrey Comet · Local news · yesterday 'Kingston’s tenants deserve better than this' • Kingston Council receives a C3 rating from the housing regulator after serious failings in tracking home conditions.

Farnham Herald — News · Local news · today Luis Guembes case latest: Stabbing victim 'targeted over £40 phone debt' • A teenager accused of murdering 15-year-old Luis Guembes allegedly planned to take his phone to recover a £40 debt, a jury has heard.

Surrey Comet · Local news · yesterday Students dance with Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks for Pride of Britain Awards • Fourteen Stagecoach New Malden students joined Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks in a Pride of Britain dance routine, highlighting young talent on social media.

BBC News — Surrey · Local news · yesterday Call to use car park site for social homes • Some councillors say the site should stay in local control but council leaders propose an open sale.

BBC News — Surrey · Local news · yesterday New council leader installed after no- confidence vote • Joanne Sexton will lead Spelthorne Borough Council after a no-confidence vote in Greg Neall.

What's on: next 14 days

A quick-view of 68 priority public listings from 68 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

27 Oct · All Bar One Guildford20s&30s Singles Night @ All Bar One Guildford|Love at First Sign

31 Oct · Labyrinth Guildford90s 00s Dance Anthems Day Party: Guildford

30 Oct · The Star InnA Night of the Jam and the Clash - Woking Calling - Live in Guildford

1 Nov · Merrow Village HallAwakening Gong Bath with 10 Gongs & 42" Drum ~ Double Session

28 Oct · Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Millbrook, GU1 3UX Guildford, United KingdomCeltic Nights

29 Oct · Popworld - GuildfordF*CK ME It's Halloween | Surrey Freshers 2026

31 Oct · G Live, GuildfordGuildford Stitches Comedy Club

24 Oct at 07:00 · Holroyd ArmsGUITAR GANGSTERS/DAMAGEUK/PUBIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT/JOE BITTER

30 Oct · Guildfords / Surrey's Best VenueHALLOWEEN PURGE Surrey's Biggest Halloween Event

30 Oct · Five And LimeHalloween Singles Party @ 5 & Lime Guildford| Love at First Sign

30 Oct · Thirty3HzJungle Cakes Haunted House - Thirty3hz - Guildford

26 Oct · WaterstonesMidnight release of ACOTAR 6: An Evening at the Night Court - Guildford

30 Oct · Newlands Corner, Guildford, GU4 8, United KingdomMurder Mystery Dinner or Weekend Guildford, Surrey

24 Oct · Guildford Cathedral, GuildfordMusic of Twilight Saga by Mystery Ensemble

26 Oct · G Live, GuildfordNigel Havers - Talking B*ll*cks

1 Nov · Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Millbrook, GU1 3UX Guildford, United KingdomOpera Boys - starring Paul Potts

27 Oct · Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Millbrook, GU1 3UX Guildford, United KingdomRainer Hersch: All Classical Music Explained - Live!

5 Nov · Guildford Library and room hireRead to the Beat music workshops at Guildford Library

24 Oct · Thirty3HzRed Cup Collective: RYAN NICHOLLS @ THIRTY3HZ

4 Nov · Surrey Technology CentreSurrey Research Park Soapbox Derby

31 Oct · Thirty3HzThe Secret Masquerade

26 Oct · WaterstonesThe World of Oliver Jeffers Book Signing Tour - Guildford

31 Oct · Guildford Cathedral, GuildfordTim Burton's Universe by Mystery Ensemble

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

31 Oct · Popworld - GuildfordUnderworld

31 Oct · Shaftesbury Road, GU22 7DT Woking, United KingdomAll Saints Light Party

25 Oct · Cellar Magnifique Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsChanson and Champagne Soiree

31 Oct · Cellar Magnifique Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsChildren's Mask Making - Day of the Dead

30 Oct · Saint Columba's House, Maybury Hill, GU22 8AB Woking, United KingdomContemporary Icon Weekend Workshop with Renowned Artist Sophie Hacker

27 Oct · Woking LibraryCreating Nightmares: An Author talk with Don Campbell

24 Oct · Woking, Surrey, UKFree parent support group

24 Oct · School Cl, GU24 9EG Woking, United KingdomGuildford Shakespeare Company's Romeo and Juliet

31 Oct · 10 Gorsewood Road, WokingHermitage Halloween

24 Oct · Knaphill Working Mens ClubKey Of JAY | Knaphill

27 Oct · Cellar Magnifique: Wine Bar, Cafe, and EventsPaint & Sip in Woking at Cellar Magnifique

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

27 Oct · The CricketersQuiz Night at The Cricketers, Horsell

28 Oct · Gordons School Sports Hub (Aldershot FC Training Ground)Sells Pro Training Surrey 2 Day October Goalkeeper Camp 2026

2 Nov · Bisley Shooting GroundSimulated Game Day at Bisley - Monday 2nd November

30 Oct · Woking Park, Kingfield Road, WokingSpooky spectacular Halloween Event

25 Oct · GU21 4AA Woking, United KingdomStudio Sundays

31 Oct · The Bisley YurtThe Ancestors’ Wheel: A Samhain Ceremony

24 Oct · Lightbox GalleryThe Art Escape (Halloween art&carft family fun) £8 per person

6 Nov · Hilton WokingWoking Means Business 2026

24 Oct at 09:00Indoor Car Boot Table Top Sale

29 OctKoala Kids Halloween Party!

25 OctWoking Halloween Disco

30 Oct at 01:00Everyone Gallery Tours

29 Oct at 01:30Children Haunted Mansion Workshop (7-12yrs)

28 Oct at 10:30Families Halloween Family Day

24 Oct at 01:00Families The Art Escape Halloween Crafts (3yrs+)

27 OctAll Classical Music Explained - Live! Tue 27 Oct 2026 The funniest concert you will ever see!

26 OctBeginners' Magic Workshop: Become a magician in a day 10-13yrs Mon 26 Oct 2026 Fun and hands-on session!

26 OctBeginners' Magic Workshop: Become a magician in a day 6-9yrs Mon 26 Oct 2026 Fun and hands-on session!

28 OctNoonans Mayfair Valuation Days Guildford Valuation Days 2026 Wed 28 Oct 2026 - Wed 28 Oct 2026

24 OctRosalie Sat 24 Oct 2026 Inspired by Rosalie Chichester 1865-1949: Scientist, Photographer, Explorer, Collector, and unapologetic eccentric.

29 OctSam Bradshaw Productions presents Spot's Birthday Party Thu 29 Oct 2026 - Sat 31 Oct 2026

27 OctShort Stories, Tall Tales: The Three Little Pigs Tue 27 Oct 2026 - Tue 27 Oct 2026 An immersive storytelling adventure for 0 to 4 year olds.

28 OctSound Design for the Stage 12-16yrs Wed 28 Oct 2026 Young people will discover how sound engages the senses and helps tell stories

27 OctSuds & Scents: Halloween Soap-Making Workshop 12yrs+ Tue 27 Oct 2026 Children will leave the workshop with their very own handmade Halloween soaps.

27 OctSuds & Scents: Halloween Soap-Making Workshop 5yrs+ Tue 27 Oct 2026 Children will leave the workshop with their very own handmade Halloween soaps.

25 OctTracy Borman OBE: Tudors On Tour Sun 25 Oct 2026 Discover the Tudors as you’ve never seen them before with historian.

25 OctUshers Unplugged Sun 25 Oct 2026 - Sun 25 Oct 2026 Our Volunteer choir hits the stage!

1 NovOff Road Day Sun 01 Nov >

24 OctClaytime

24 OctHallo-eco-ween Wizard School

24 OctSummer Craft Collection 2026: Handmade Ceramics, Glass, Jewellery, Textiles and Wood

24 OctWisley: Then and Now

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Did you know? · Surrey

Denbies Wine Estate near Dorking is England's largest vineyard with 265 acres under vines, accounting for more than 10 per cent of all UK plantings.

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