2017 in review: (Almost) everything that happened in Surrey this year

Get Surrey have looked through the major stories of 2017 to bring you a recap of what exactly happened this year

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Two tortoises and dog rescued from flat fire in Guildford

Firefighters were called to a two-storey flat at around 11am on Saturday (December 30)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/two-tortoises-dog-rescued-flat-14095299

Save Guildford Spectrum!: Campaign launched to protect 'iconic building' as council eyes £100m replacement

Guildford Borough Council is considering £100m plans to replace Guildford Spectrum with a brand new leisure facility - but one man thinks the Spectrum is worth saving

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/save-guildford-spectrum-campaign-launched-14091635

Royal Surrey slammed for 'taxing sickness' as hospital named and shamed for having most expensive NHS car park in the country

Hospitals made a record £174 million over the past year by charging for parking - and Royal Surrey in Guildford was top of the pile

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/royal-surrey-slammed-taxing-sickness-14090751

These are Surrey's Christmas babies - now let's meet their overjoyed mums and dads who spent the festive season in hospital and received the best present of all

"Tired but happy" parents of Surrey's Christmas babies have spoken of their festive holiday in the maternity ward - all for the best present of all

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surreys-christmas-babies-now-lets-14085629

Planning application submitted for 191 flats to rent in Guildford

Peveril Securities and Sladen Estates first asked residents to give their views on the plans in October

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/planning-application-submitted-191-flats-14072795

New Year walks with Guildford Ramblers

Guildford Ramblers are inviting non-members to join them on a series of FREE walks this winter 2017/18

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/family-kids-news/new-year-walks-guildford-ramblers-14024092

Guildford council leader responds to Prime Minister's comments on 'ensuring the green belt is protected'

Councillor Paul Spooner says the council has "focused" on brownfield land and that it has "only allocated 1.5% of green belt land for development"

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/guildford-council-leader-responds-prime-14069680

Guildford crash: Pedestrian seriously hurt in Boxing Day collision

The man, in his 60s, was involved in a collision with a grey Vauxhall

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-crash-pedestrian-seriously-hurt-14083595

A3 Boxing Day crashes: Motorists suffer minor injuries and northbound carriageway closed

Police closed the lanes for almost three hours on Boxing Day afternoon

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/a3-boxing-day-crashes-motorists-14082306

Tunsgate Quarter: The nine retailers confirmed so far for Guildford's new shopping hub

When complete, the new-look Tunsgate Quarter will comprise 18 shops and eight restaurants

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/tunsgate-quarter-nine-retailers-confirmed-14059409

Dog walker finds man in serious condition in ditch on Christmas Eve

Police want to identify the man, who was wearing dark grey Slazenger jogging trousers, a red chequered shirt and red Vans shoes

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/dog-walker-finds-man-serious-14080191

'Not a dry eye in the room' as horse visits Guildford woman on hospital ward as she recovers from E.coli scare that left her in coma for eight weeks

Moses the horse walked through A&E, into the lift and up to the 13th floor to see Lizzi, who has been left with no sight

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/not-dry-eye-room-horse-14071806

York Road crash: Surrey Fire and Rescue Service vehicle involved in Guildford collision while on call out

Stoke Road was temporarily blocked following the collision

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Cycling UK boss 'absolutely stunned' after being reunited with stolen bike

Paul Tuohy’s £1,000 bike was taken from a train on Wednesday (December 20)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/cycling-uk-boss-absolutely-stunned-14078885

'We have to sacrifice a few things so our dreams become a reality': How it feels to spend Christmas away from home without family

As EU migrants search for a better life in the UK, there's one thing that will never be the same

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/we-sacrifice-few-things-dreams-13980787

Christmas dinner burgers exist and you can get them at restaurants in Surrey

Fans of turkey with all the trimmings can have a festive feast in a bun

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/christmas-dinner-burgers-exist-you-14058526

Here are some of the amazing East Surrey Hospital workers who are taking care of people this Christmas

While others are off work for the festive season, those in the emergency service are still working to look after people

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/here-amazing-east-surrey-hospital-14076933

PlayStation 4 gift adds wow factor as hundreds of presents donated to Shooting Star Chase Christmas appeal

Presents donated by you have made their way to the Shooting Star Chase children's hospice

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/playstation-4-gift-adds-wow-14068305

WIN a 3 Course Dinner with a Bottle of Champagne at DUKES LONDON

We’ve teamed up with GBR Restaurant at DUKES LONDON to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a three course dinner for two with a bottle of champagne!

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-a-3-course-dinner-with-a-bottle-of-champagne-at-dukes-london-1-5331358

WIN a Mini Moderns Pavilion Candle & Diffuser

We’ve teamed up with British interiors brand, Mini Moderns, to offer one lucky winner one of their popular Pavilion Candles and Diffusers

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-a-mini-moderns-pavilion-candle-diffuser-1-5331347

Guildford taxi drivers say they face a 'miserable Christmas' and bankruptcy as lower fares are imposed

All drivers must implement reduced fares by Wednesday (December 20)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-taxi-drivers-say-face-14032283

'We need local support': The Village Guildford's independent traders urge shoppers to visit before closure

Could a private investor step in to save the pop-up shopping centre which is scheduled to close on Christmas Eve?

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/we-need-local-support-village-14050728

WIN an Orla Kiely Flower Necklace Worth £108

To celebrate the launch of the latest Orla Kiely jewellery collection, we’re offering one lucky winner the chance to win an iconic Orla Kiely gold-plated flower necklace worth £108!

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-an-orla-kiely-flower-necklace-worth-108-1-5324583

Barker and Stonehouse Guildford: Take a look inside the new £10m furniture store, which opens on Boxing Day

The 42,000 sq ft store in Ladymead has been built on the site of the old fire station

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/barker-stonehouse-guildford-take-look-14056925

Gomshall ram raid: Watch grabber delicately pick up remains of cash machine ripped from wall at Texaco garage

The grabber was brought in to lift the heavy concrete block attached to the remains of the cash machine

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/gomshall-ram-raid-watch-grabber-14066687

Next Boxing Day sale - store opening times and how to bag a bargain early

If you're after a bargain in the Next sale, set your alarm early for Boxing Day, because there are nearly always queues!

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/next-boxing-day-sale-store-14066135

Prime Minister Theresa May says she wants 'to ensure the green belt is protected' after being asked about Guildford draft Local Plan

MP for Mole Valley Sir Paul Beresford raised concerns about 57% of new housing by Guildford Borough Council will be on the green belt under their draft local plan

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/prime-minister-theresa-says-wants-14062174

WIN a Carluccio’s Il Massimo hamper worth £75

We’ve teamed up with Carluccio’s to give you the chance to win a Il Massimo hamper worth £75

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-a-carluccio-s-il-massimo-hamper-worth-75-1-5327900

Surrey firefighters go off-road to tackle diesel fire in Nower Wood

The fire was too deep in the woods to be reached by a fire engine

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-firefighters-go-road-tackle-14064672

Pizza Express relaunches Guildford and Weybridge restaurants - take a peek inside

Two of Surrey's Pizza Express restaurants have reopened for Christmas following a chic make-over

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/pizza-express-relaunches-guildford-weybridge-14060501

WIN a Neom Organics’ Perfect Peace Home Fragrance Collection

To celebrate this most wonderful time of the year, we’ve teamed up with Neom Organics to give away a limited edition Perfect Peace Home Collection worth £45.

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-a-neom-organics-perfect-peace-home-fragrance-collection-1-5324558

Restaurant review: Sorrel, Dorking

To many, building a kitchen in a glass box might be considered one of the first signs of madness. When Surrey Life caught up with super chef Steve Drake in January, however, that was exactly what he was planning. He got his wish. Matthew Williams grabs a table at his new restaurant, Sorrel

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/restaurant-review-sorrel-dorking-1-5327142

From Surrey to Łódź…

It may not be at the top of many bucket lists but Łódź, Poland’s third largest city, jolly well should be, says Rebecca Younger

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/from-surrey-to-od-1-5327071

From Surrey to Sri Lanka...

Aly Warner is bowled over by the stunning, diverse sights of Sri Lanka, the homeland of Surrey county cricket’s retiring superstar, Kumar Sangakkara

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/from-surrey-to-sri-lanka-1-5326992

5 ways to prioritise your romantic relationship in 2018

Hayley Bystram, Founder and Director of Surrey-based dating agency Bowes-Lyon Partnership, explains how you can take back control of your romantic life.

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/5-ways-to-prioritise-your-romantic-relationship-in-2018-1-5326690

From Surrey to Barcelona…

Barcelona may be in a state of political unrest at the moment but that’s no reason not to visit one of the design capitals of the world Rebecca Younger takes in the city’s most famous architecture

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/from-surrey-to-barcelona-1-5326673

Primary school performance tables: Did your child's school make it into Surrey's top 10 for SATs results?

Many parents use the results for deciding which primary school to send their children to

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/primary-school-performance-tables-your-14045289

WIN a rose gold Pave Cushion Ring from ADORE Jewellery worth £49

We’ve teamed up with ADORE Jewellery to offer one lucky winner the chance to receive a Pave Cushion Ring worth £49

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-a-rose-gold-pave-cushion-ring-from-adore-jewellery-worth-49-1-5324531

Travellers in Surrey: More than 20 caravans park up at Guildford Cathedral and are swiftly moved on

The incident happened on Monday afternoon (December 18)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/travellers-surrey-more-20-caravans-14054760

How to have a very merry Surrey Christmas

We gathered together a few of our friends (as well as a special guest all the way from Lapland) at The Old Rectory in Bletchingley for a rather spectacular festive celebration making the most of produce available right here on our doorstep

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/how-to-have-a-very-merry-surrey-christmas-1-5325500

Recipe: Moroccan inspired lunch

Gather your friends for a Moroccan inspired lunch

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/recipe-moroccan-inspired-lunch-1-5325219

Why The Entertainer will not be selling anything at all on Christmas Eve

The chain's owner has let us know why

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/entertainer-not-selling-anything-christmas-14053215

Guildford Bridge Street crash: Driver "blacked out" moments before collision which killed two people, inquest hears

Del Kendall and Kathryn Garrett died after they were struck by a grey Land Rover Defender in February 2016

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-bridge-street-crash-driver-14052394

10 reasons to love Guildford

From its controversial cathedral and setted (not cobbled!) High Street to its indpendent shops and riverside location, Surrey’s county town ticks a lot of boxes

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/10-reasons-to-love-guildford-1-5325131

Shane Richie on panto fun, country music and his love for Reigate

From Walford to Woking, Shane Richie has left the pub pumps behind to hunt down the Sheriff of Nottingham in Woking with his Merry Men. Matthew Williams meets the EastEnders star to discuss panto fun, country music and his love for living near Reigate

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/shane-richie-on-panto-fun-country-music-and-his-love-for-reigate-1-5324799

Council tax charges on 125 empty Guildford homes 'could increase to 200%'

The owners of 125 properties across Guildford are currently paying an additional levy on top of their council tax

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/council-tax-charges-125-empty-14021560

Teenager who brandished six-inch blade in Guildford Spectrum car park brawl avoids jail

Charmain Sanderman said she'd been grabbed by the throat in the car park, before pulling the lock-knife out of her pocket

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/teenager-who-brandished-six-inch-14044141

There's a new curry house in Guildford - but with some familiar faces

The Guildford Spice is the latest addition to the town's selection of Indian restaurants

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/theres-new-curry-house-guildford-14014082

Surrey's forgotten Victorian Christmas Traditions

If you go to a Christmas panto, kiss under the mistletoe, go caroling or hang a candycane from your Christmas tree, did you ever wonder why you do it?

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surreys-forgotten-victorian-christmas-traditions-14044399

Shigellosis outbreak: What to do if you suspect you have contracted the bug

An outbreak of the bug has been reported in Guildford and Woking

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/shigellosis-outbreak-what-you-suspect-14048349

Watch Guildford couple enjoy magical first wedding dance under the Tunsgate Arch in high street

Couple shared a magical moment under the lights in Guildford on December 14

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/watch-guildford-couple-enjoy-magical-14046256

Outbreak of vomiting bug Shigellosis in Guildford and Woking, Public Health England confirms

Public Heath England have 17 confirmed cases and is looking into whether there are any others infected

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/multiple-cases-vomiting-bug-shigellosis-14046606

Guildford children whose relatives are diagnosed with cancer to continue to get free counselling thanks to £350k grant

Fountain Centre in Guildford can continue to provide the service until 2022 thanks to a £350,000 lottery grant

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-children-whose-relatives-diagnosed-14010442

No, the Coca-Cola truck is NOT coming to Guildford this weekend, despite what you may have heard on social media

Sorry everyone, but that widely-shared WinterWonderlandUK event on Facebook is a fake :(

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/coca-cola-truck-guildford-saturday-14043564

WIN a Personalised Truffle Box worth £24.99

We’ve teamed up with Montezuma’s to offer one lucky winner the chance to receive a Personalised Truffle Box worth £24.99

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-a-personalised-truffle-box-worth-24-99-1-5322320

Designer chosen for new memorial in Guildford Castle grounds honouring those killed in conflict since World War Two

The memorial in the castle grounds will honour those killed in conflict since World War Two

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/designer-chosen-new-memorial-guildford-14039766

WIN a library of bars from Pump Street Bakery

We’ve teamed up with Pump Street Bakery in Suffolk to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a library of chocolate bars worth £60

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-a-library-of-bars-from-pump-street-bakery-1-5322305

WIN a gift set from Salcombe Gin worth £65

We’ve teamed up with Salcombe Gin in Devon to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a gift set worth £65

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-a-gift-set-from-salcombe-gin-worth-65-1-5322283

Why this Leith Hill singer is performing in phone boxes all over the UK

The former pupil of The Priory CofE School in Dorking will sing in, or just outside, traditional red phone boxes

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/leith-hill-singer-performing-phone-14034115

WIN a Radiance Wild Rose Collection worth £55

We’ve teamed up with Neal’s Yard Remedies to offer one lucky winner the chance to receive a Radiance Wild Rose Collection worth £55

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-a-radiance-wild-rose-collection-worth-55-1-5322098

Howard of Effingham student wows Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield on This Morning with her ice skating

Kristen Spours performed for This Morning on Ice on Tuesday (December 12)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/howard-effingham-student-wows-holly-14028750

This is what happened when a lorry got stuck in the middle of Guildford High Street

The Brakes lorry had to reverse down Market Street to get away

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/lorry-stuck-middle-guildford-high-14038900

Tim Peake in Guildford: Fans queue over two-storeys to meet hero Brit astronaut at book signing

The astronaut appeared at WHSmith in Guildford to sign copies of his book Ask An Astronaut at the weekend

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/tim-peake-guildford-fans-queue-14029972

Royal Surrey County Hospital: Trust 'investigating all opportunities' to build accommodation for staff in Guildford

A number of NHS trusts are considering plans to build affordable accommodation near hospitals in high-cost areas

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/royal-surrey-county-hospital-trust-14028195

Guildford has submitted its local plan - what's it all about and what happens now?

Guildford Borough Council has submitted an amended version of its local plan to the government’s Planning Inspectorate

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-submitted-local-plan-whats-14036191

The Village Guildford ice rink operator refuses to explain unexpected withdrawal

Blue Martini Group ran the ice rink at The Village Guildford and shared the profits with the borough council

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/village-guildford-ice-rink-operator-14028407

WIN a £150 voucher to buy stunning framed prints by Desenio

We have teamed up with Desenio to offer a £150 voucher to spend on the Desenio online shop

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-a-150-voucher-to-buy-stunning-framed-prints-by-desenio-1-5320410

Decathlon sports retailer preparing to open giant 18,874 sq ft store in Guildford

International sports retailer Decathlon will open a new 18,874sq-ft store in Guildford on Thursday (December 14)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/decathlon-sports-retailer-preparing-open-14033858

Pizza Express Guildford: It's back but what's new?

They say you can't teach an old dog new tricks, but this high street favourite is looking seriously cosmopolitan these days

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/pizza-express-guildford-its-back-14014370

Shane Filan announces Guildford date on UK tour - how to get tickets

The former Westlife singer will head to G Live in 2018 as part of a solo UK tour

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/shane-filan-announces-guildford-date-14033902

Christmas cupcakes you NEED to try at Hummingbird Bakery

The Christmas range at Hummingbird Bakery has landed and it's incredibly delicious

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/christmas-cupcakes-you-need-try-14027277

Kick-start your New Year at The France Show 2018!

The UK’s greatest celebration of France returns to Olympia London on 26-28 January

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/kick-start-your-new-year-at-the-france-show-2018-1-5319144

This is how you can help Guildford's rough sleepers when the temperature plummets

Up to 15 people sleep rough in Guildford each night - can you help?

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/how-you-can-help-guildfords-14031264

Guildford taxi passengers to see cheaper fares after council wins legal battle to reduce prices

All licenced taxi drivers in the borough must implement the new fares by Wednesday (December 20)

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-taxi-passengers-see-cheaper-14031178

WIN a selection of handmade Cotswold Candle Company home fragrances

We’ve teamed up with Cotswold Candle Company to offer one lucky winner the chance to receive three handmade home fragrance products worth £60

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-a-selection-of-handmade-cotswold-candle-company-home-fragrances-1-5318451

Knaphill crash: Driver 'freed from car' after two-vehicle collision in Anchor Hill

The collision happened on Tuesday (December 12) during the evening rush-hour

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/knaphill-crash-driver-freed-car-14030564

Reigate Travelodge: Councillors support idea of hotel giant coming to town

The hotel giant wants to develop new sites in nine towns across Surrey, including Reigate

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/reigate-travelodge-councillors-support-idea-14028192

Flood prone Shalford railway station car park waterlogged after 'slight issue' with pumping system

Just an eggcup full of water in an engine will 'wreck' a car said the AA

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/flood-prone-shalford-railway-station-14024385

Revealed: The winner of the Curry of Surrey 2017

Ashuka Tandoori has taken top prize in the The Surrey Advertiser, the Surrey Mirror and the Dorking and Leatherhead Advertiser Curry of Surrey awards

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/revealed-winner-curry-surrey-2017-14008183

'Hundreds of tenants and leaseholders at risk' after council removes smoke alarms from common areas in blocks of flats across Guildford

Alarms in Downsview Court, Applegarth Avenue, Mount Court and Bedford House were taken away in October and November

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/hundreds-tenants-leaseholders-risk-after-14005872

WIN an overnight luxury stay at Carbis Bay Hotel in Cornwall

We’ve teamed up with Carbis Bay Hotel near St Ives in Cornwall to offer one competition winner the chance to receive an overnight stay, dinner and breakfast for two

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-an-overnight-luxury-stay-at-carbis-bay-hotel-in-cornwall-1-5317003

These are the buildings and sites in Surrey that Historic England says are at risk of being lost forever

Neglect, decay and inappropriate development are threatening the futures of some of the county's most historic buildings

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/buildings-sites-surrey-historic-england-14021417

Snow in Surrey: See latest hour-by-hour forecast as Met Office issues fresh yellow warning for snow and ice

Snow, ice and heavy rain arrived in Surrey on Sunday and the disruption continued into Monday as the Met Office warned of more traffic and travel disruption

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/snow-surrey-see-latest-hour-14021060

'Critically understaffed' Guildford bereavement services unable to fulfil duties 'as cremation and burial authority'

The service is behind in "crucial responsibilities" such as memorial testing, mapping and burial records

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/critically-understaffed-guildford-bereavement-services-13970477

Surrey’s top places to live based on transport, safety and noise have been revealed

Did where you live make it on the leaderboard which takes seven factors, including safety and transport links, into account

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surreys-top-places-live-based-14007686

'Drunk' man arrested after taking a late-night walk down the A3

"Enjoy a beverage, but don't have so many you risk your life," advised police

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/drunk-man-arrested-after-taking-14015525

Council leader praises 'dedicated' former mayor and Ash Vale councillor following death

Mary Lloyd-Jones passed away peacefully in early December

from getsurrey - News http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/council-leader-praises-dedicated-former-14011370

WIN a range of baked goodies from the Skinny Bakery worth £75

We’ve teamed up with the Skinny Bakery to offer one lucky winner the chance to receive a Pick’n’Mix box worth £24.99 and a voucher worth £50

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/win-a-range-of-baked-goodies-from-the-skinny-bakery-worth-75-1-5314343

The Village Guildford closure: This is what YOU said you want to replace failed pop-up shopping venture

The Village Guildford will shut on Christmas Eve just 12 months after it opened - so we asked what Get Surrey readers want to see replace it

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WIN a pet portrait worth £260

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WIN a Christmas Treats Hamper from Jarrold worth £85

We’ve teamed up with Jarrold of Norwich to offer one lucky winner a Christmas Treats Hamper worth £85

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Winter pubs in Surrey: 29 of the best places to go

From ancient hostelries with roaring inglenook fireplaces to craft- beer bars and whisky havens with a twist, Surrey is blessed with some truly tantalising pubs for a cosy winter lunch or leisurely couple of drinks. We pick 29 of the best

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/winter-pubs-in-surrey-29-of-the-best-places-to-go-1-5313904

Travelodge reveals ambitious plans for nine new Surrey hotels creating more than 200 jobs locally

The expansion plans were announced at the launch of Travelodge's new Redhill hotel on Friday (December 8)

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Christmas pantomimes and festive shows in Surrey 2017

Here's what's coming up during the festive season at theatres in the area

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Guildford railway station planning appeal: Decision date set for controversial town centre regeneration scheme

Developers lodged an appeal after the council rejected plans for 438 homes at Guildford railway station

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Order your Surrey Life Calendar for 2018

Enjoy Surrey all year...

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Royal stamp of approval for vital rape and sexual abuse support service as HRH Sophie of Wessex helps mark 25th anniversary

HRH Sophie the Countess of Wessex dropped into Guildford's Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre this week to mark its 25th anniversary

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WIN a T2 Rise and Sunshine gift set

We’ve teamed up with T2 to offer one lucky winner the chance to receive a Rise and Sunshine gift set worth £26

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Newlands Corner crash: Overturned vehicle closes A25 Shere Road as rush hour begins

The incident means the road remains closed going into Thursday evening rush hour (December 7)

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WIN a pet portrait worth £260

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WIN a Christmas Treats Hamper from Jarrold worth £85

We’ve teamed up with Jarrold of Norwich to offer one lucky winner a Christmas Treats Hamper worth £85

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WIN a T2 Rise and Sunshine gift set

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Recipe: Marquis au Chocolat

Surrey’s oldest French restaurant, La Barbe in Reigate, celebrated its 35th anniversary this year. As part of the birthday celebrations, La Barbe has created this recipe for Marquis au Chocolat; a French classic perfect for celebration dinners

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Christmas presents appeal for Shooting Star Chase children's hospice charity

You can have the presents picked up by Bishops Fiat and Bishops Nissan staff

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Guildford Stoke Road crash: Arriva offers 'utmost condolences' to family of elderly man killed after being hit by bus

The man, in his 90s, was taken to hospital with serious injuries after the incident in Stoke Road on Tuesday (December 5)

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Norovirus: Royal Surrey County Hospital confirms two cases of winter vomiting bug in past month and stresses 'robust plans' to halt further outbreaks

The highly infectious stomach bug can cause vomiting and diarrhea, but Royal Surrey says it has 'robust plans' in place to fight any further outbreaks

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The Village Guildford closure: What do YOU want to see replace the town's pop-up shopping space?

We want to hear your ideas - how about a skate park, or hotdesks, or a public art installation - or even a botanical garden?

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The Village Guildford closure: Everything you need to know about the demise of the town's £1.2m pop-up venture

The Village will shut for good on Christmas Eve - here's how we got to this point

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South east best for early years social mobility but majority of Surrey boroughs fail to support children who receive free school meals, says report

Seven out of 11 boroughs score less than 50% in the number of children eligible for free school meals who achieve a "good level of development"

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The Village Guildford: A potted history of Guildford Borough Council's doomed £1.2m pop-up venture

Guildford Borough Council (GBC) has axed funding for the town's pop-up village, which will shut on Christmas Eve - but how did we get here?

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The Village Guildford closure: 'It's such a shame' say traders left heartbroken by sudden closure

Some traders at the council's doomed pop-up village opened their stores less than three weeks ago

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The Village Guildford closure: Councillors vote to withdraw funding of 'very sad and depressing place'

Councillor David Bilbe thinks the project did not receive enough "positive passion"

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WIN a framed bespoke print worth £150

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Guildford Stoke Road crash: Elderly man dies after being hit by bus

The man was taken to hospital in London where he sadly died

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Guildford charity boss concerned as number of homeless people is 'increasing quickly'

Guildford Action is dealing with a rising number of rough sleepers and "seeing more homeless families"

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The Village Guildford to shut for good on Christmas Eve after council axes funding for festive pop-up

Councillor David Bilbe said "the achievements so far" were "not enough to justify continuing with this new enterprise"

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Guildford Stoke Road crash: Elderly man seriously hurt after being hit by bus

A man in his 80s was taken to hospital with serious injuries following the collision in Stoke Road

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Challengers charity appeal: Guildford fireworks extravaganza helps raise more than £15,000 for two local charities

Some of the money will go towards getting Challengers back on its feet after its Guildford-based headquarters was devastated by fire in September

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WIN! An overnight stay at the luxury Greenbank Hotel in Falmouth

We’ve teamed up with the Greenbank Hotel to offer one competition winner the chance to receive a three course dinner and an overnight stay for two at the Greenbank Hotel in Falmouth

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Surrey Satellite Technology's latest contract to build 'earth observation' platform for Canadian company

The spacecraft will be built in Guildford and is planned to be launched by 2020

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11 of the best pantomimes in Surrey

Get ready to laugh, boo and hiss, and cheer on your favourite childhood heroes in the array of pantomimes coming to Surrey theatres this Christmas

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/11-of-the-best-pantomimes-in-surrey-1-5308380

Council's £530,000 plan to bring 150 'Boris Bikes' to Guildford town centre revealed

The council is exploring plans to launch a new bike hire scheme in the town centre

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Guildford armed police response after imitation firearm mistaken for real weapon

Armed officers from Surrey Police were called to Denzil Road at around 4.30pm on Sunday (December 3)

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Guildford’s Adult Panto: Jack and his Giant Stalk - Review

Guildford Fringe Theatre Company is back again with another risqué panto strictly for the over 18s from the Back Room of the Star Inn.

From: http://www.surreylife.co.uk/guildford-s-adult-panto-jack-and-his-giant-stalk-review-1-5306823

Weather forecast: 'It's going to feel like winter by Friday!' - Wintry showers and biting wind expected before temperatures plummet at the weekend

The Met Office says it will become "increasingly cold" from Thursday - here's everything you need to know about the forecast for the week ahead

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Wrecclesham crash: Emergency services called to 'persons trapped in overturned car' in The Street

Surrey Fire & Rescue Service confirmed that it sent crews from Farnham and Guildford fire stations to the incident just after 4.30pm on Sunday (December 3)

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The Cathedrals Express wows crowds as it steams into Chertsey railway station

Crowds gathered at the railway station as the train stopped off on Saturday afternoon (December 2)

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X Factor Final 2017: Winner's duet single will raise money for Guildford children's hospice

Following the X Factor final the winner's duet single will go on sale and proceeds will be donated to the Shooting Star Chase

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WIN a deluxe hamper from Slate worth £80

We’ve teamed up with the Slate delicatessen in Suffolk to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a deluxe hamper worth £80

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'I cry all the time when I’m at home': Victim as Guildford man gets eight year jail term for attempted rape and sexual assault

A 23-year-old man from Guildford has been jailed for eight years for the attempted rape and sexual assault of a woman in her 20s

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WIN a case of wine from Majestic Wine worth £80

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WIN a Gucci Ladies G-Timeless watch with rose gold hour markers

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'That was a scary experience': Homeless man explains what life is like for Surrey's rough sleepers

Rough sleepers have been beaten up, robbed and urinated on, according to the woman in charge of charity Action Guildford

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Violent and sexual offences top most frequently reported crimes in Guildford, figures show

A total of 285 crimes were reported to Surrey Police in the Guildford town centre in September, according to the latest data

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Park Barn crash: Woman taken to hospital suffering broken ankle after being hit by car in Cabell Road

The collision happened at around 3pm on Tuesday (November 28)

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WIN a Gucci Ladies G-Timeless watch with rose gold hour markers

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NatWest and RBS closures: 259 branches including seven in Surrey to shut next year

In total, 62 RBS branches and 197 Natwest outlets will be shut across the UK in 2018 and almost 700 jobs lost

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Lower Froyle fire: 50 firefighters work through the night in desperate bid to save listed cottages as flames rip through historic buildings

10 fire crews and some 50 firefighters were called to the blaze on Thursday afternoon (November 30) near the A31

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Turtle Bay's Christmas menu mixes festive fun with Caribbean flavours

Reporters Francesca Perryman and Zosia Eyres went along to the Guildford branch to see if the festive options tickled their taste buds

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Plans to bring free Wi-Fi to Guildford town centre given green light

Over the past year, 10 companies, including Huawei and Vodaphone, have expressed an interest in the scheme

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