East Surrey Council
May 22, 2026
First East Surrey Council Meeting
The newly elected East Surrey Shadow Authority met for the first time on Wednesday 20 May 2026, marking an important milestone in the creation of the new East Surrey Council.Following elections earlier this month, councillors representing Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell, Mo...
The Build Begins
May 22, 2026
Work Begins on the new Centre
The ground-breaking ceremony took place on 12th May 2026. Present were representatives from BYCA & BRA as well as, SCC Leader Tim Oliver and County Cllr Clare Curran. Also present were representatives from SCC Land & Property, Project Managers, Campbell Reith & B...
Oak Processionary Moth
May 16, 2026
What Residents Need to Know
The oak processionary moth (OPM) is a tree pest and a health hazard affecting oak trees across parts of the UK. First introduced accidentally in 2005, it is now established mainly in Greater London and surrounding counties, with government programmes in place to limit its sp...
Polesden Lacey Plans Primary Expansion
May 8, 2026
Polesden Lacey Infant Academy Proposes Move to Full Primary School
Polesden Lacey Infant Academy and LEO Academy Trust are consulting on a proposal to extend the school’s age range from 2–7 to 2–11, creating Polesden Lacey Primary Academy from September 2027. The change aims to secure long‑term sustainability amid falling pupil numb...
Youth Centre Construction Starts May
April 27, 2026
The Bookham Residents’ Association is pleased to share an important update from David Cox, Chairman of the Bookham Youth & Community Association (BYCA).Construction of the new Bookham Youth & Community Centre will begin on 5 May 2026, with Beard Construction appoin...
Letter from the BRA Chairman
April 16, 2026
BRA Subscriptions 2026
Each year the BRA faces new challenges and 2025 and the start of 2026 have been no different. Mole Valley District Council has confirmed that its Community Governance Review (CGR) showed that Bookham Residents were against creating a Parish Council, and in 20...
A Glorious Verge
April 16, 2026
A Glorious Verge – Thanks to Local Volunteers
This verge was a real highlight in April, with daffodils and flowering cherries looking absolutely superb. The cherry trees are now well established, and late‑flowering daffodils were deliberately chosen to bloom alongside them, creating a beautifully timed spring display....
Recycling Just Got Easier in Bookham
April 7, 2026
Great news for Bookham households — from 31 March 2026, your mixed recycling bin will take even more everyday items. Wherever you live in Surrey, you’ll now be able to recycle foil, aerosol cans, squeezy metal and plastic tubes, cartons, and non‑black plastic plant pot...
Local Elections 7 May 2026
March 29, 2026
East Surrey Elections
Electors Encouraged to ‘Get Ready to Vote on 7 May’ in Elections for new Surrey CouncilsOn Thursday 7 May 2026, electors in Surrey will get the opportunity to vote for who they want to represent them on their new East Surrey Council or West Surrey Council, depending on w...
No New School at the Howard
March 29, 2026
Some of you may be aware of the news already that no new school is to be built. Read more here....
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