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  • The (Partially) Hidden Secret of Reigate

                               Reigate’s (Partially) Hidden Secret Only Reigatians will know that just beyond the high street in Reigate, in between Boots and La Femme, there is a path that leads to a place called Castle Grounds- providing you take

  • GSCE Science Live hits London

    On Friday 31st February, the second GSCE Science Live show of the school year was held at the Dominion Theatre in London. The show consisted of five prestigious scientists talking about global issues in their specific subject area and trying to generate

  • Practical doesn’t mean boring

    With its seven-seater versatility, and intelligent packaging, the Mazda5 has been engineered from the ground up to meet the demands of even the most active families. Like its predecessor, launched in 2005, this second generation model competes with

  • Parents help Epsom school celebrate Chinese New Year

    Chopsticks, noodles, lions and dragons were all present as an Epsom school celebrated Chinese New Year. Downsend pre-preparatory school in Epsom welcomed in the Year of the Horse during a colourful assembly presented by parents of Chinese and Korean

  • Epsom teenager named St John Ambulance Cadet of the Year

    A teenager from Epsom has been named Cadet of the Year by St John Ambulance. Arun Dawson, 17, from Pams Way, will represent the first aid charity's south district in 2014 after impressing judges during a national competition. The Sutton Grammar

  • Volunteer drivers wanted by NSPCC centre in Croydon

    Are you a motorist with access to a car who is willing to spare three hours a week helping vulnerable children and young people? Staff at the NSPCC’s Croydon service centre are appealing for drivers to help transport youngsters to and from sessions

  • The RISE and rise of Disabled Sports within Richmond

    The RISE and rise of Disabled sports within Richmond by Alex Lever Disability Sports profile has certainly been raised in the UK since 2012 with the success that was the Paralympics however in Richmond Borough, disabled sports has been prominent

  • Money saving experts give free advice to Sutton bill payers

    Free money saving workshops are being held for Sutton residents worried about rising energy bills or who are struggling to manage their cash. The Sutton Housing Partnership will host the workshops at its offices in Sutton Gate in Carshalton Road

  • Ks crash in battle for Ryman top spot

    Kingstonian crashed 3-0 at home to Maidstone United on Saturday, but it was not without controversy, writes Taimour Lay. It was winner-goes-top at Kingsmeadow on Saturday and with the game still goalless on the hour, Ks striker Andre McCollin was

  • Roadworks planned for Wallington street

    Water repairs will be carried out in a road in Wallington later this month. Sutton and East Surrey Water has announced it will be carrying out roadworks in Grosvenor Road from Monday, February 10, as part of the company's ongoing renewal and replacement

  • Banstead MP visit Syrian refugees in Lebanon

    Banstead MP Crispin Blunt has said Russia and Iran "must face up to their responsibilities" over refugees fleeing war-torn Syria. Mr Blunt visited Lebanon last week as part of a cross-party delegation which included Labour MP Ian Lucas, shadow

  • Armstrong takes pride in Brazilian World Cup venue

    Richmond businessman Anthony Armstrong-Emery was proud to play his part in history in the build up to this year’s football World Cup in Brazil. Armstrong-Emery owns six-time Brazilian state champions and former top flight club Alecrim FC, who played

  • STAT ATTACK: Arsenal v Crystal Palace

    Crystal Palace take on Arsenal today at the Emirates Stadium and as always here are some pre match stats to get your teeth into. The Tony Pulis revival at Palace continued this week as the Eagles beat Hull 1-0 at Selhurst Park. A well-taken

  • Tooting phramacy offers medication safety for care homes

    A Tooting pharmacy will hold an open day on medication safety for care home workers. Pearl Chemist, in Mitcham Road, is offering to help reduce the risk of over or under medicating care home residents by offering pre-measured personalised doses

  • AFC Wimbledon goal machine has top tip for wannabes

    He may be retired, but former Dons favourite Jon Main has some advice for wannabe strikers following in his footsteps. Main, 32, hit 61 goals in 91 starts for AFC Wimbledon, and he was instrumental in guiding the side to the Football League in

  • Croydon College students celebrate graduation success

    More than 250 students have joined the likes of comedian Noel Fielding, punk impresario Malcolm McLaren and designer John Rocha after graduating from University Centre Croydon. The students were joined by more than 1,000 friends and family at Fairfield

  • New York operatic adventure for Trinity School boys

    A transatlantic adventure awaits for six singing pupils who are off to star in an opera in New York City. After an acclaimed summer season in which 13 Trinity School boys took part, the Glyndebourne’s touring production of Benjamin Britten’s Billy

  • Car fire in New Malden

    A Mini caught fire in a slip road off the A3 at New Malden last night. Firefighters from New Malden were called to the slip road in Malden Way, between George Road and Albert Road, at about 10pm on Saturday. The car's engine was destroyed in

  • Car catches fire in Selhurst

    An electrical fault caused a car to catch fire in Selhurst last night. Firefighters from Woodside fire station were called to Whitehorse Lane, close to Crystal Palace's Selhurst Park football stadium, at about 8pm on Saturday. A Volkswagen

  • Morris prepares to lay claim to the London Championship title

    The 2l stock cars head the bill ttonight at Plough Lane, where Jimmy Morris from Morden will be looking to win the London Championship title and trophy on his home track. Last time out, Morris was in blistering form taking second place in the first

  • Gymnasts’ golden touch in a club full of Charisma

    Cheam Gymnastics Club brought home the gold from a floor and vault competition at Charisma Gymnastics Club in Dulwich. Ellie Taylor, Sienna Fowler, Jessica Dempsey, Harley Mepham, Dominique Corradi, Ellie Hendra and Nancy Devonport had the golden

  • Yellow Giants help launch NHS campaign

    Merton residents were subject to an unusual invasion as a family of seven-foot tall NHS 'yellow giants' descended on Wimbledon and Mitcham. The eye-catching figures were on hand to help launch a campaign by NHS Merton Clinical Commissioning Group

  • Bookworms prepare for Britain’s biggest charity book fair

    Bookworms are getting ready to fill their bags as Britain’s biggest charity book fair returns to Epsom. The growing number of readers turning to Amazon and the Kindle has not dented the popularity of the fair, now its 13th year. The three-day

  • John Bramwell of I Am Kloot to perform intimate gigs

    John Bramwell, lead singer of I Am Kloot, is performing a series of intimate gigs. Guests will get the chance to hear some brand new tracks from the band's latest album which are currently being recorded. Bramwell will also be playing tracks

  • Coombe Hill infants set the benchmark for friendship

    Children who were left without a school playground after debris from a storm left it unusable have now welcomed a colourful new bench to their spruced-up play area. The Parent Teacher Association at Coombe Hill Infants' School decided to give schoolchildren

  • Mayor of Elmbridge cuts ribbon at Riding for the Disabled

    A new learning centre was unveiled for the mayor of Elmbridge’s chosen charity. Councillor Mike Bennison, mayor of Elmbridge, cut the ribbon to mark the official opening of the centre at Riding for the Disabled Leatherhead and Horsley and Bookham

  • Charity shop puts fashionistas to the test

    The infamous high street or hospice shop fashion show will return once again to help raise funds for Sam Beare Hospice. For a third year, attendees to the ladies lunch are invited to spot the difference between high street and charity shop outfits