Epsom Guardian

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Unseen photographs of lost London reveal bygone scenes of 1930s life in the capital
Britain in the 1930s a new book reveals more than 600 photos of UK life including London curated by historian Steven Brindle.

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 15:01:45 +0100
Woking man, 21, raped woman and used tracking app to control her life
A Woking man raped a woman and controlled her life for two years, using a tracking app to monitor her movements and restricting her access to money, family and friends.

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 09:43:44 +0100
Motorcyclist, 30, killed in early-morning crash with van in Surrey
A man has been killed in a crash involving a motorcycle and a van in Surrey.

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Blue plaque to daring pilot 'Queen of the Air' whose final flight ended in tragedy
Amy Johnson, the pioneering aviator who became the first woman to fly solo to Australia from England, is remembered with a blue plaque on her former north London home.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:57:23 +0100
New Samaritans grafitti aims to help those experiencing suicidal thoughts.
Samaritans have interrupted people’s days with graffiti designed to encourage them to ‘reach in’ and help those experiencing suicidal thoughts. 

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:52:54 +0100
Brits believe they’re too old to take up a new hobby by the age of 49
Brits believe they’re too old to take up a new hobby by the age of 49, according to research. 

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:14:17 +0100
Subway announces plans that could see hundreds of new shops across UK
Subway is overhauling its restaurants with digital kiosks, an evening menu and plans to double store numbers.

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:33:43 +0100
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor pockets £302,000 payout after giving back Royal Lodge
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has received £302,000 after surrendering his Royal Lodge lease, with £1.8million in repair and restoration costs also revealed.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0100
More than 1,000 young people unite in London for 'Battle of the Bands'
More than 1,000 young people unite in London for 'Battle of the Bands' raising mental health awareness.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Halloween trail opens near Croydon with pumpkin patch, spooky trails and train rides
A Halloween trail at Mayfield Lavender featuring a pumpkin patch, ghost train and interactive adventures has opened for the spooky season.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:46:13 +0100
Surbiton one-bedroom flat could become three-bedroom home under new plans
Kingston Council considers plans for 62 Brighton Road, Surbiton, to replace an M-shaped roof, add a storey and create a three-bedroom flat for five people.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:24:16 +0100
Nearly 100 neurodivergent young people to receive mental health support at home
Nearly 100 neurodivergent Londoners aged 18-25 will receive home-based mental health support through a £59,000 London Freemasons grant to CDARS in London.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:01:08 +0100
Andy Burnham responds to reports of death from the plague in Russia
Andy Burnham has said he would be monitoring the situation closely amid reports a woman died fom the plague in Russia

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:42:05 +0100
Parents spend an additional £525 a year once their children get behind the wheel
Parents fork out an additional £525 a year - once their children get behind the wheel of the family car previously only used by mum and dad.

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:40:20 +0100
The hard versus soft pillow debate has been solved by Rylan
The hard versus soft pillow debate has finally been put to bed – with Brits plumping for a firmer place to rest their head. 

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:38:29 +0100
Gen Z turn to digital signs of care
Gen Z now view a ‘checking in’ text or liking a post on social media as a bigger sign of care than being made a cup of tea.  

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Royal Mail releases stamps to mark 100th anniversary of beloved children's book
Royal Mail is releasing a set of adorable stamps to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Winnie the Pooh.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:37:08 +0100
Primark warning to shoppers as Halloween decoration recalled due to asbestos risk
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued an urgent alert about the potential contamination

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:10:25 +0100
Royal Mail to cut up to 2,500 jobs by end of 2027 as major overhaul gathers pace
Royal Mail has announced plans to cut up to 2,500 jobs in a "significant transformation".

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:37:11 +0100
Primark warning to shoppers as Halloween decoration recalled due to asbestos risk
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued an urgent alert about the potential contamination

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:17:29 +0100
When is Blue Planet 3 out? BBC unveils first look at new David Attenborough series
The BBC has unveiled a first look at the highly anticipated Blue Planet 3 series, narrated by now 100-year-old Sir David Attenborough.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Inside the London hotel where English charm and flair give way to liveable luxury
The Gore in Kensington takes guests on a journey through Victorian and Tudor interiors with comforting classic English hospitality.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:16:46 +0100
Amazon Prime Day deals 2026 - best deals and what to avoid as prices drop
Amazon Prime Day has landed, but not every bargain is what it seems. Here are the deals worth knowing about – plus the scams to watch for.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:34:44 +0100
Kingston launches forum to give older people a stronger voice in borough planning
Kingston launches its Age Friendly Forum, giving older people a stronger voice on healthy ageing, social care and community transport. Next meeting November 9.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:36:57 +0100
Royal Mail parcel prices increase by up to £1.45 - full list of key changes
Royal Mail parcel delivery prices have increased by up to £1.45. The increased prices impact several types of delivery services.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 06:27:48 +0100
Tributes paid to novelist and politician Jeffrey Archer following his death aged 86
Tributes have been paid to bestselling novelist and former politician Jeffrey Archer following his death at the age of 86.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:49:52 +0100
London families swap traditional two-week holiday for more frequent short breaks
London families are swapping traditional two-week holidays for shorter breaks as parents prioritise experiences despite rising household costs.

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
These are the highest-rated primary schools in Bromley - is yours on the list?
The top 10 primary schools in Bromley have been revealed based on ratings from School Guide.

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:02:03 +0100
London landlords warned over costly letting agent compliance errors
London landlords remain liable for letting agent errors under the Renters’ Rights Act, risking fines, lost eviction rights and prosecution.

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:37:25 +0100
London families warned antique clocks could be at risk
London families with antique clocks could face fewer qualified repairers as Britain’s endangered clockmaking trade struggles to train new specialists.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Blue plaque on the London house which hid famous future author from debt collectors
In the summer of 1832 a house in Highgate became a haven for The Dickens family who were fleeing the patriarch's debts.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 10:37:21 +0100
All lanes STOPPED on M25 after 'multiple vehicle crash' - Recap
All lanes have been stopped on the M25 anticlockwise at junction 6 after a crash

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Celebs love a town hall wedding - but which London venue ranks best?
Sir Paul McCartney, Dua Lipa and Charli xcx have helped to popularise the town hall wedding but which of London's historic buildings are the most popular to get hitched?

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:02:38 +0100
Is Three down? Thousands of UK users have no signal and can't make phone calls
Thousands of Three users are reporting issues with signal and making calls plus internet and data today (October 3).

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:22:58 +0100
Appeal after 'balaclava-wearing teens' threaten Ewell shopkeeper during robbery
Police are appealing for witnesses after a shopkeeper was threatened by two balaclava-wearing suspects during a robbery at an Ewell store.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:49:27 +0100
Man charged with preparing terrorist acts, including against Nigel Farage
Joshua Kerry has been charged with preparing terrorist acts, including against Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:49:03 +0100
8 in 10 Brits believe lessons learnt outside the classroom are more important
A survey of British adults by Samsung revealed that most believe lessons learnt in life are more important than those in formal education

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:32:33 +0100
Rare video of a working donkey shows demanding work and daily challenges
The video shows a rare 'donkey's-eye view' of the physically demanding work and daily challenges faced by working animals across the world.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:24:05 +0100
Kingston e-bike contract faces calls for affordable fares and marked parking bays
Kingston Council’s e-bike contract is up for renewal, with calls for cheaper fares, marked parking bays, better enforcement and support for low-income riders.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:12:59 +0100
Kingston adds 15 electrical recycling points as 570 tonnes are wrongly discarded
Kingston Council opens 15 small electrical recycling drop-off points with Relove Technology, helping residents tackle e-waste and support reuse borough-wide.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:17:54 +0100
EastEnders legend Ross Kemp admits Celebrity Traitors gave him 'imposter syndrome'
Ross Kemp reveals imposter syndrome on BBC's The Celebrity Traitors, starring Michael Sheen, Richard E Grant and Miranda Hart.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:07:51 +0100
McDonald's is bringing back an iconic discontinued menu item after ten years
McDonald's is bringing back the Snack Wrap to UK stores, after it was discontinued in 2016. The Saver Menu item will be returning on October 6.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:24:23 +0100
Prime Minister Andy Burnham leads tributes to Dame Esther Rantzen after death aged 86
Andy Burnham, Martin Lewis, Anton Du Beke and more share tributes for Dame Esther Rantzen, the founder of Childline, following her death aged 86.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Who is Joe Lycett? The stand-up comedian taking on the Celebrity Traitors
Joe Lycett is a comedian and TV presenter who is hoping to outsmart the Traitors this autumn.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Who is Joanne McNally? The comedian taking on the Celebrity Traitors
The Irish stand-up comedian and podcast host Joanne McNally is taking part in the second series of the Celebrity Traitors.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:31:59 +0100
County Hall redevelopment subject to new monitoring report application
Kingston Council validates County Hall planning application 26/01908/CLC, covering post-construction monitoring for its redevelopment in Kingston upon Thames.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:54:23 +0100
Broadcaster and Childline founder Dame Esther Rantzen has died aged 86
Broadcaster and Childline founder Dame Esther Rantzen has died aged 86 following a lung cancer diagnosis.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:40:08 +0100
BBC confirms popular drama will be returning with a Christmas special
The BBC has confirmed that Amandaland will be returning with a Christmas special airing this year.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:17:38 +0100
Expert shares how to save money on subscriptions after Netflix's price rises
A discount expert has revealed a few tips and tricks you can use to cut down on your streaming service costs.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:37:21 +0100
Nine in 10 Gen Zs have friends they now communicate with exclusively through memes
Nearly nine in 10 Gen Zs have friends they now communicate with exclusively through online memes - and rarely or never see them in real life.

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