Surrey’s high streets are receiving a boost through the Surrey High Street Growth and Innovation Programme, offering free workshops and tailored support to local businesses. An Epsom author, Madeline Bolton-Smith, has published a personal account of living with epilepsy, while the borough reflects on its historical connection to the former Ewell Epileptic Colony.

Surrey resident Anne MacLeod-Carey shared her remarkable story as the only woman to board Hitler’s yacht during WWII, and actor Warwick Davis opened up about grief, career reflections and his BAFTA Fellowship.

Surrey County Council is developing a new Community Asset Transfer policy to help put unused buildings into community hands, and Epsom and Ewell Borough Council has adopted the End Poverty Pledge, committing to improved support for vulnerable residents. Other stories include the launch of a new national choir competition, details of the major restructure ahead of May’s local elections, a spotlight on Epsom born superstar Petula Clark, and the rediscovery of a historic hidden tunnel linked to Ada Lovelace.

A visually striking puppetry retelling of Orwell’s 1984, blending innovative design with powerful storytelling.

A vibrant concert pairing a baroque choral favourite with a modern rhythmic masterpiece, performed with orchestra