More Bookham Village News
Bookham Says “Thank You” to Our Local Traders and Essential Workers
You may have noticed on all the BRA Noticeboards around the village we have added a “Thank You” poster to all our local traders and essential workers who have kept
Blue Hearts and Wild Flowers
Restoring native wild flowers and encouraging biodiversity along some grass verges in Surrey is planned as part of Surrey County Council’s climate change initiatives. The Bookhams Residents’ Association is working
Future Mole Valley Draft Local Plan: BRA Response Submitted
We have finished our response to the Draft Local Mole Valley Local Plan and delivered it to the Council on Monday, 23rd March. I need to thank many people who
Generic Shopping List
Bookham resident, Valerie Gallard, has been helping her neighbours with their shopping and to make things that bit easier she has a shopping list for each of her neighbours and
Social Distancing
Our local shops are doing a great job in keeping us supplied but please do remember to follow the Government’s social distancing guidelines when out and about in the village. There
Litter Pick Cancelled Until Further Notice; but you can “Womble”!
We have decided that under the current circumstances we will cancel the monthly group litter pick. Although we meet outside inevitably we do get close to each other and many
Newsletter March 2020
We are now publishing a regular Newsletter in the centre pages of the Bookham edition of Look Local. By working with the Look Local team we increasing the print circulation
Litter Pickers and Tree Wardens busy in Bookham!
On 2nd February the Litter Pickers were out in force with over 30 volunteers working their way around the village. In parallel the Tree Wardens were working on the verges
The Planter Planted!
Update – 24th January 2020 A big thanks to The Vineries for planting up the new planter in Church Road. It’s been a long haul getting it in place. After
Guidance from MVDC on Re-opening for Business
MVDC has issued guidance for businesses who are preparing to re-open once the lock down is lifted. Topics include: Business recovery support sessions Business resilience and recovery webinars Working safely
Local Businesses – Have you claimed your Business Support Grant?
We have been advised by MVDC that a number of local businesses have yet to claim their Business Support Grant. If you have had 100% business rates relief, you probably
Traders in Bookham – Current Situation
Our friends over at “I Live In Bookham” have consolidated input from Bookham traders on the availability of their products and services. Details below:
Directory of Local Businesses that are trading in the Leatherhead area
The Rotary Club of Leatherhead has compiled a directory of local businesses that are open. The directory is being updated daily. Click here for Rotary Club Business Directory
Traders in Effingham – Current Situation
From Effingham Residents Association. Following the devastating fire, Effingham is now left with only two shops open, The Bakery and Parkers. Click on the link below for the latest opening
Bookham Says “Thank You” to Our Local Traders and Essential Workers
You may have noticed on all the BRA Noticeboards around the village we have added a “Thank You” poster to all our local traders and essential workers who have kept
Blue Hearts and Wild Flowers
Restoring native wild flowers and encouraging biodiversity along some grass verges in Surrey is planned as part of Surrey County Council’s climate change initiatives. The Bookhams Residents’ Association is working
Bookhams Bulletin – May 2020
Due to the current situation we are unable to distribute this month’s Bulletin in printed form, but is available as a PDF. Please click on the image below to open.
Look Local – May 2020
Our friends over at Look Local have had to stop printing and publishing their popular monthly magazine which would normally be delivered to every household in Bookham. They have however
Traders in Bookham – Current Situation
Our friends over at “I Live In Bookham” have consolidated input from Bookham traders on the availability of their products and services. Details below:
Coronavirus Response Funding Available Now!
The Coronavirus Response Fund has launched to support local charities and voluntary organisations that are assisting some of Surrey’s most vulnerable people. Donations raised through the Community Foundation’s own local
CSVA – Community Support Volunteer – COVID19
In response to the Coronavirus (Covid19) outbreak, Central Surrey Voluntary Action (CSVA) is registering a pool of potential volunteers who may be able to assist voluntary organisations across Epsom and
Directory of Local Businesses that are trading in the Leatherhead area
The Rotary Club of Leatherhead has compiled a directory of local businesses that are open. The directory is being updated daily. Click here for Rotary Club Business Directory
Generic Shopping List
Bookham resident, Valerie Gallard, has been helping her neighbours with their shopping and to make things that bit easier she has a shopping list for each of her neighbours and
Blue Hearts and Wild Flowers
Restoring native wild flowers and encouraging biodiversity along some grass verges in Surrey is planned as part of Surrey County Council’s climate change initiatives. The Bookhams Residents’ Association is working
Oak Processionary Moth
We have had a further update from the Forestry Commission on the Oak Processionary Moth. The moths are active on Bookham Common. Take care when walking with your family and
Litter Pick Cancelled Until Further Notice; but you can “Womble”!
We have decided that under the current circumstances we will cancel the monthly group litter pick. Although we meet outside inevitably we do get close to each other and many
Join the Norbury Park Conservation Group!
Are you passionate about Norbury Park? Whether you can spare a full day, half a day or just a few hours volunteering is a chance to make a real difference
Litter Pickers and Tree Wardens busy in Bookham!
On 2nd February the Litter Pickers were out in force with over 30 volunteers working their way around the village. In parallel the Tree Wardens were working on the verges
Hedge Planting in Norbury Park
Leatherhead company, CGI, as part of its “No Planet B” initiative to plant 8,00 native trees and shrubs around its UK offices has donated locally sourced hedging shrubs to Surrey
Bookham Trees
There are now over 130 trees planted by BRA Tree Wardens. Details of the location and variety are listed below.
Ash Dieback Coming to a Tree Near You; Oak Processionary Moth – What Is It?
Bookham Tree Wardens The has been much discussion on different forums on Ash Dieback and Oak Processionary Moth outbreaks in Bookham. The Bookham Tree Wardens have prepared a comprehensive presentation
Howard of Effingham – Admissions Criteria 2021 Consultation
A consultation on the admissions criteria to the Howard of Effingham from 2021 has been published by the School. David Cox has made a submission on behalf of the BRA.
Litter Pick Cancelled Until Further Notice; but you can “Womble”!
We have decided that under the current circumstances we will cancel the monthly group litter pick. Although we meet outside inevitably we do get close to each other and many
Coronavirus Response Funding Available Now!
The Coronavirus Response Fund has launched to support local charities and voluntary organisations that are assisting some of Surrey’s most vulnerable people. Donations raised through the Community Foundation’s own local
CSVA – Community Support Volunteer – COVID19
In response to the Coronavirus (Covid19) outbreak, Central Surrey Voluntary Action (CSVA) is registering a pool of potential volunteers who may be able to assist voluntary organisations across Epsom and
Community Coronavirus Care
Message from voluntary group: Community Coronavirus Care Are you self isolating, worried about going out or need some help? We are a group of people from the surrounding community that
Social Distancing
Our local shops are doing a great job in keeping us supplied but please do remember to follow the Government’s social distancing guidelines when out and about in the village. There
Information from UK Power Networks
Michael Horwood Public Affairs Manager UK Power Networks Many are concerned about the ongoing Coronavirus public health issue and the way it has affected nearly every industry across the world.
Middlemead Road Newsletter No. 19: December 2019
The latest issue of the Middlemead Road Newsletter has been published by Lovell. Just click on the button below. Middlemead Road Newsletter
Guidance from MVDC on Re-opening for Business
MVDC has issued guidance for businesses who are preparing to re-open once the lock down is lifted. Topics include: Business recovery support sessions Business resilience and recovery webinars Working safely
Local Information Services
There are a number of e-mail information and notification services available from MVDC, the Police etc. that residents may wish to subscribe to. Clicking on the buttons to the right
Food Waste Collection
Message From Paul Anderson – MVDC Executive Head of Service Amey will be implementing some changes to the refuse and recycling collection service with effect from Monday 18 May. The
Local Businesses – Have you claimed your Business Support Grant?
We have been advised by MVDC that a number of local businesses have yet to claim their Business Support Grant. If you have had 100% business rates relief, you probably
MVDC Weekly Email Update: 29th May
Weekly e-newsletter updates with the latest news from Mole Valley District Council. Information for Business HM Government Business Support MVDC Business Support for COVID-19 Letter sent to all Mole Valley
MVDC Recycling Collection Banks
The textile, shoe, WEEE and British Heart Foundation (Books, CD’s and DVD’s) collection banks in our car parks will not be emptied for the foreseeable future. We would therefore ask
Future Mole Valley Draft Local Plan: BRA Response Submitted
We have finished our response to the Draft Local Mole Valley Local Plan and delivered it to the Council on Monday, 23rd March. I need to thank many people who
This Week’s Planning Applications in Bookham
Each week MVDC publish planning applications that have been submitted across the district. This is an extract of the applications made in Bookham. You may comment on planning applications on
479 Bus Timetable – COVID19 update
A new temporary 479 timetable has been issued by Arriva to cover the COVID19 emergency effective for journeys from 23rd March. This covers the route between Guildford, Bookham, Leatherhead and
Local Bus Services in Surrey – COVID19 update
From: Matthew Furniss Cabinet Member for HighwaysSurrey County Council General Picture of Service DeliveryOperators are presently providing the vast majority of timetabled services as normal. Services or journeys that normally
408 Bus Service Timetable
The 408 service is being taken over by a new operator, Falcon Buses, on the 4th April 2020. The timetable is unchanged and may be downloaded or printed from the
465 Kingston via Leatherhead to Dorking: New timetable from 25th April
No change in service provision, but, London United will be the bus operator of the 465 from the 25 April 2020 instead of Quality Line, formerly Epsom Buses. Click here
Local Bus Services – Experiencing a Problem?
Should you have a problem with one our bus services please can you contact BRA either on its Helpline 0300 030 9890 or by filling out the online Message form
Community Transport Services
Mole Valley Life, or Dial a Ride as we still think of it, is available to residents. Registration as a member is required and for normal journeys you can then
Epsom Hospital to St Helier Hospital Direct Bus Service
Keith Francis A new public bus service ferrying passengers between Epsom and St Helier hospitals is officially being launched next month. The H1 service, which was previously operated for staff