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October 25, 2026

Tongham and Haslemere ambulance stations face review under plans for new £24.8m Farnborough centre

Good Morning Surrey — 2026-10-25

Ambulance facilities in Tongham and Haslemere are facing a review as part of plans to centralise ambulance operations at a new £24.8 million facility in...
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Tongham and Haslemere ambulance stations face review under plans for new £24.8m Farnborough centre

Tongham and Haslemere ambulance stations face review under plans for new £24.8m Farnborough centre

• Ambulance facilities in Tongham and Haslemere are facing a review as part of plans to centralise ambulance operations at a new £24.8 million facility in Farnborough.

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Spelthorne leaders play musical chairs in Council’s dying days
Epsom & Ewell Times · yesterday

Spelthorne leaders play musical chairs in Council’s dying days

• A Surrey district council has chosen to replace its council leader just months before the council’s abolition next spring.
• Councillor Joanne Sexton (Independent Spelthorne Group: Ashford East) will now lead

Dog given 'nose job' in Surrey to help her breathe seeks new home
Farnham Herald — News · today

Dog given 'nose job' in Surrey to help her breathe seeks new home

• A rescue dog who struggled to breathe because her nostrils were too small has undergone a life-changing 'nose job' at a Surrey veterinary clinic.

'Its befuddling' says Surrey disabled children charity founder who's facing losing job over DWP cuts
SurreyLive — Surrey News · yesterday

'Its befuddling' says Surrey disabled children charity founder who's facing losing job over DWP cuts

• “I'm responsible for a lot of people, and if I'm not working, then the rest of the people that I work with will also not be working,” Rosie Heafford told SurreyLive

Modified bike going 40mph on pavement seized in police crackdown
Surrey Comet · Local news · 3 days ago

Modified bike going 40mph on pavement seized in police crackdown

• Surrey Police seized 15 e-bikes and e-scooters during a crackdown in Epsom and Ewell.

Rail line closes for half-term works
BBC News — Surrey · Local news · yesterday

Rail line closes for half-term works

• Network Rail said the seven-day work will tackle multiple jobs at once and "improve reliability".

Artist calls for cleaner Thames with exhibition
BBC News — Surrey · Local news · yesterday

Artist calls for cleaner Thames with exhibition

• The pop-up exhibition is being held on the towpath by Elmbridge Canoe Club on Saturday.

Brit who ditched Surrey for Australia says one key reason made him return home
SurreyLive — Surrey News · Local news · yesterday

Brit who ditched Surrey for Australia says one key reason made him return home

• Surrey-born Luke Tweddle has opened up about his experiences of going from living in Australia for three years to returning home where he has noticed some major differences

City Lose in Disappointing Midweek Match
Guildford Dragon · Local news · 3 days ago

City Lose in Disappointing Midweek Match

• Guildford City (0) 0 Worthing United (1) 2 By Barry Underwood On a chilly evening at the Spectrum, it was the visitor’s who came out on top to claim the three points.
• Worthing United are amongst the clubs tipped for success this season and throughout it was clear to see why that is so.

Events at The Cathedral Include Launch of Late Bishop’s Two Books – and Oasis By Candlelight
Guildford Dragon · Local news · 3 days ago

Events at The Cathedral Include Launch of Late Bishop’s Two Books – and Oasis By Candlelight

• Guildford Cathedral has a full programme of events for the community this November – including the launch of two books by the late Bishop of Guildford, Andrew Watson.

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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!29 OctImprov Theatre for Kids 9-12yrs Thu 29 Oct 2026 Let imaginations run wild in this fun-filled workshop!28 OctNoonans Mayfair Valuation Days Guildford Valuation Days 2026 Wed 28 Oct 2026 - Wed 28 Oct 202629 OctSam Bradshaw Productions presents Spot's Birthday Party Thu 29 Oct 2026 - Sat 31 Oct 202627 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 stories27 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 >25 OctGardeners with lawn urged to do final job on Sunday 'before winter really sets in'25 OctHallo-eco-ween Wizard School25 OctWisley: Then and Now
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RHS Garden Wisley grew from George Ferguson Wilson's 'Oakwood Experimental Garden' of 1878 and was given to the Royal Horticultural Society in 1903.

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