For the blind and partially sighted

Epsom and Ewell Talking Newspaper

The Epsom and Ewell Talking Newspaper has been provided to local blind and partially sighted people for over 50 years. Our audio publication contains a wide range of local news and information and is distributed every fortnight. It is produced entirely by volunteers and is made available free of charge to our Listeners.

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The clock tower in Epsom - home of the Talking Newspaper
Colourful bunting above an announcement of the Banstead fair

Banstead Village Fair

Come and have a chat with us at our stall on 4th July 2026 from 10:30 am to 3 pm. Find out how we help the visually impaired stay up-to-date with the local news.
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Poster with colourful flags advertising the Ewell Village Fair

Ewell Village Fair

We will be at the Ewell Village Fair at St Mary’s on 12th July 2025 from 10:00 onwards. Do stop by our stall to learn more about how we support visually impaired people.

What’s inside?

Listen to a sample of the News section, see the content of the latest issue or browse the extensive back catalogue here.

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About the Talking Newspaper

Find more about us — the topics that are covered in the newspaper, who it is for, and how our Listeners use it.

About the Talking Newspaper

Become a Listener

Discover how to listen to the Epsom and Ewell Talking Newspaper for free.

Become a Listener

Become a Volunteer

The newspaper is run entirely by volunteers. Discover volunteering opportunities to keep it running smoothly.

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Our News

Latest news about The Epsom and Ewell Talking Newspaper

Two men in the recording studio. The mayor is on the right and the Recordist is on the left with headphones around his neck.

A visit from the Mayor

Having presented long service awards to the Talking Newspaper volunteers last month, our Honorary President, Councillor Robert Leach,…

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Jusy Sarssam
The simple service the Talking Newspaper supplies is wonderful. The player is mobile and designed for Visually Impaired People. The service is free because we are run completely run by volunteers and we have a permanent Studio at Swail House with no rent. Postage of the wallets to and from Visually Impaired People is free by law. We are pleased to be a member of the Talking News Federation.
Judy SarssamChair
Logo using a newspaper and a microphone
I really enjoy listening to the local news as I cannot read now.
A Talking Newpaper Listener
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Very enjoyable.
Another Talking Newpaper Listener
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This remarkable charity has played a crucial role in supporting visually impaired residents in Epsom and Ewell.
Helen Maguire MP
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Very interesting. Thank you!
A new Talking Newspaper Listener
The magazine section is always varied, interesting and often amusing. I always really enjoy the supplement section. It has widened my horizons.
A Listener from Sutton

Web Resources

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EETN Committee page
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