"This proposal would result in considerable harm to the area"

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        November 2, 2026

"This proposal would result in considerable harm to the area"

Good Morning Surrey — 2026-11-02A decade-long bid to build housing on a south Haslemere estate shows no sign of ending as plans for 14 homes have been thrown out by an inspector.
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"This proposal would result in considerable harm to the area"
• A decade-long bid to build housing on a south Haslemere estate shows no sign of ending as plans for 14 homes have been thrown out by an inspector.
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Guildford Dragon · yesterday
Former Guildford Man’s Journey From Butcher to Book Writing
• Robert Hind, always known as Bob, at one time worked in Bernard’s butchers on the corner of Swan Lane in Guildford, later transferring to its other shop in North Street, alongside the library.
• In 1980 he had a change of career and joined British Rail as a guard at Woking.
Farnham Herald — News · Local news · today
Farnham firm helps fire service cut energy bills
• A Farnham business has helped Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service develop plans to cut energy bills and carbon emissions across its 62 buildings.
SurreyLive — Surrey News · Local news · yesterday
Gardeners urged to place leftover pumpkins back in garden ready for November
• I have discovered a quick and easy way to encourage birds to come into my garden every morning using a natural item most people have in their kitchen on November 1.
SurreyLive — Surrey News · Local news · yesterday
Five teenage boys seriously injured after Eastleigh party mass stabbing
• Police want to speak with anyone who attended the party or has footage, including doorbell camera footage
Guildford Dragon · Local news · yesterday
All Aboard for a Magical Cruise Along the River Wey
• Families are invited to step aboard Swingbridge Tranquility for a festive 45-minute cruise along the River Wey, with a very special visitor joining the journey!
• Departing from Dapdune Wharf in Guildford, this accessible, broad-beam boat will set off on a scenic cruise before passengers wait for Santa to arrive.
Epsom & Ewell Times · Local news · today
Christmas Magic is Bourne Again
• Bourne Hall will launch its Christmas celebrations on Saturday 28 November with a day of family entertainment culminating in the switching on of its festive lights.
• Santa’s Grotto will open
BBC News — Surrey · Local news · yesterday
Grant fund aims to tackle loneliness and isolation
• Waverley Borough Council says projects can apply for funding between £3,000 and £35,000.
BBC News — Surrey · Local news · yesterday
New junior Parkrun to launch in Dorking
• The weekly, free event launches in Meadowbank Park in Dorking on 22 November.
Surrey Comet · Local news · 6 days ago
Epsom and Ewell announces Remembrance events across the borough
• Epsom and Ewell Borough Council announces Remembrance events: Garden of Remembrance on November 4, wreath-laying on November 8 and Armistice Day on November 11.
Surrey Comet · Local news · 5 days ago
£100 energy bill support to be sent directly to bank accounts for 20 million people
• John Healey has announced a £100 energy payment for 20 million households in council tax bands A to D, with money paid directly into bank accounts this winter.
Epsom & Ewell Times · Local news · 6 days ago
Cats come to Leatherhead
• Hairless cats, spotted Bengals and fluffy Ragdolls will be among the attractions when two sisters bring their international championship cat show to Leatherhead Leisure Centre on 14 and 15 November.
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