Thursday 31 January 2019

WIN two tickets to the The Photography Show and The Video Show

To celebrate the launch of The Video Show, which will be co-located with The Photography Show (16-19 March, NEC Birmingham), we’re giving away a pair of entry tickets to five lucky winners

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/photography-show-competition-1-5874376

Stranglers back Guildford Star Inn against noise complaint that could close pub where band began

JJ Burnel said people "should get up in arms" about the threat to the venue, where a plaque has been unveiled commemorating The Stranglers' first gig

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/stranglers-back-guildford-star-inn-15734665

Guildford pub bombings inquests to resume 45 years after attack, coroner decides

The inquests into the deaths of five people at the Horse and Groom in North Street were suspended following the conviction of the Guildford Four

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-pub-bombings-inquests-resume-15759683

Guildford Casino nightclub owner's 'brash' tower block plans refused by councillors

Michel Harper previously said the building would be an "impressive architectural addition" to Guildford - but councillors disagreed

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-casino-tower-plans-refused-15758015

Kings College in Guildford has made significant improvements despite 'disappointing' GCSE results, principal says

Principal Alastair McKenzie said the "disappointing" figures should be viewed in the "wider context" of the school's performance

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/kings-college-guildford-made-significant-15732064

Wednesday 30 January 2019

Surrey's 10 best pubs in 2019 according to TripAdvisor

We looked at the ratings for pubs across the county based on customer reviews on TripAdvisor

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surreys-10-best-pubs-2019-15728134

Police officers assaulted at Guildford train station after reports of man 'being aggressive'

British Transport Police said the assaulted officers went on to help a man struck by a train at Woking station on the same day

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/police-officers-assaulted-guildford-train-15752715

Surrey councillor 'fully committed' to maintaining controversial countryside car parking charges

Cllr Mike Goodman said he was “fully committed” to keeping the charges and that the revenue was already “doing something for the environment”

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-councillor-fully-committed-maintaining-15752762

Tuesday 29 January 2019

Guildford's Stoke Park crocodile will be difficult to replace after 'mindless vandalism', council say

The crocodile, which has stood in the park for decades, was targeted by vandals earlier this month

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildfords-stoke-park-crocodile-difficult-15748001

Guildford man became 'shaky and teary' when caught with bags of cannabis sealed in underwear

Joshua Smith-Stroud was given a community order after being arrested for possession with intent to supply cannabis

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-man-became-shaky-teary-15746758

Travellers move into Guildford Spectrum leisure centre car park

There are around eight caravans at the site

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/travellers-move-guildford-spectrum-car-15746063

The Hambledon pub offering llama treks through the Surrey Hills

The Merry Harriers, a chocolate box-style country pub in Hambledon, is the unlikely home of a herd of llamas. We try out one of the pub’s treks through the Surrey Hills

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/walking-with-llamas-in-surrey-1-5869892

Man killed by 'sucker punch' which caused him to hit head on pavement, court hears

Boe Raishbrook is on trial at Guildford Crown Court charged with manslaughter in connection with a fight in Epsom

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-killed-sucker-punch-caused-15745069

Monday 28 January 2019

Up to 9,000 Tesco roles affected by move to 'simplify business', retailer says

Tesco says it will close the deli counters in 90 of its larger stores in the UK

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/up-9000-tesco-roles-affected-15744561

Sunday 27 January 2019

Surrey's best performing schools revealed after new figures released by Department for Education

The Department for Eduction has released its latest figures showing how well schools across England are doing

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surreys-best-performing-schools-revealed-15731300

'Incongruous' and 'poor quality' is Guildford council's verdict on Casino nightclub tower plans

Nightclub owner Michel Harper said the building would be an "impressive architectural addition" to Guildford, but the council disagrees

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/incongruous-poor-quality-guildford-councils-15732934

Guildford's Stoke Park crocodile vandalised months after being repainted

The crocodile has stood in the park for decades and is fondly remembered by many Guildford residents

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildfords-stoke-park-crocodile-vandalised-15739536

Saturday 26 January 2019

Guildford Holocaust survivor remembers Nazi fever in 1930s Germany and surviving the London Blitz

Beatrice Gould was six years old when she told she was a "dirty Jewish girl" by another child

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-holocaust-survivor-remembers-nazi-15722670

Free play sessions for kids available at these Surrey parks

Playranger sessions run every weekday after school

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/family-kids-news/free-play-sessions-kids-available-15721092

Friday 25 January 2019

Man in his 30s dies after BMW and van crash in Compton

South East Coast Ambulance service said one patient was sadly pronounced dead at the scene

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-30s-dies-after-bmw-15731323

Limited edition Marvel Superheroes prints signed by Stan Lee go on display at Guildford gallery

Spiderman, Iron Man, Thor and Captain America are all included in the collection celebrating the life of Marvel figurehead Stan Lee, who died in November 2018 aged 95

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/limited-edition-marvel-superheroes-prints-15710536

Thursday 24 January 2019

This is why there were lots of police at Guildford railway station

There were multiple reports of a heavy police presence at the station

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/were-lots-police-guildford-railway-15727767

Burglar jailed for stealing jewellery from cottage in historic West Horsley Place estate

Stewart Hanratty claimed he was looking for a bicycle pump when he was caught trespassing in a West Horsley cottage

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/burglar-jailed-stealing-jewellery-cottage-15648335

Wednesday 23 January 2019

Nuffield Health launch spa treatments for those living with cancer

The bespoke treatments include massages, facials and pedicures - plus they are surprisingly affordable

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/nuffield-health-launch-spa-treatments-15711496

We're hiring! How to become a reporter with Surrey Live and Facebook

Previous journalism experience or higher education is not essential - and the perks aren't bad either

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-facebook-jobs-hiring-reporter-15720746

Santander announces closure of 10 branches in Surrey and north Hampshire

"The way our customers are choosing to bank with us has changed dramatically in recent years"

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/santander-announces-closure-10-branches-15720311

Tuesday 22 January 2019

A3 slip road lane closure that caused huge Guildford traffic jams partially lifted

The lane closure on the slip road has caused five-mile long traffic queues

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/a3-slip-road-lane-closure-15717093

Guildford A3 average speed camera and junction widening plans revealed

Surrey Live spoke to Highways England about the four-part improvement scheme

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-a3-average-speed-camera-15708610

From Surrey to Saint-Gervais: What it’s like to stay in the French village

When a Farnham couple embarked on a building project in the Alps, they turned what was once a 17th century farmhouse into a luxury ski chalet right below Mont Blanc. We paid a visit

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/staying-in-saint-gervais-1-5861152

Enjoying a Surrey stroll around Godstone and Tilburstow Hill

Enjoy this moderately easy two-hour, 4.5-mile walk along the relatively dry paths of the Greensand Way – perfect for a winter wander

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/walk-around-godstone-and-tilburstow-hill-1-5861109

Two boys, 15, arrested after teenagers sprayed with 'unknown substance' during Guildford bike robbery

One teen had arranged to meet with the other teenage boy to sell him the bike, which was then stolen

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/two-boys-15-arrested-after-15711048

Monday 21 January 2019

A3 emergency repair work causing Guildford traffic misery could take days to complete

The work caused tailbacks onto the main carriageway on Monday morning

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/a3-guildford-traffic-tuesday-repairs-15711314

Vegan activist banned from Guildford's Tunsgate Quarter

Monica Lilley claims she was only smiling at people, but the shopping centre said she was "focusing her attention" on customers

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/vegan-activist-banned-guildfords-tunsgate-15710142

This is how you can get a free McDonald's cheeseburger this week

McDonald's are offering customers a free cheeseburger for five days

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/how-you-can-free-mcdonalds-15709390

Thousands of Guildford parents asked to move on after parking illegally outside schools

Parents of children at Tormead and Lanesborough schools were asked to move on almost 700 times last year

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/thousands-guildford-parents-asked-move-15691117

Sunday 20 January 2019

There are 8 Nando's in Surrey and here's where to find them

Fancy a cheeky Nando's? Find your nearest one with our handy restaurant directory

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/8-nandos-surrey-heres-find-15685281

Saturday 19 January 2019

Tearoom with 12-seater Cinderella carriage opens in Cobham

Diners can now enjoy a fairytale afternoon tea in the centre of Cobham

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/tearoom-12-seater-cinderella-carriage-15678904

Thursday 17 January 2019

All of the restaurants, cafés and shops in Surrey with a 0 food hygiene rating

There are 17 places in Surrey that currently have the lowest possible food hygiene rating

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/restaurants-cafs-shops-surrey-0-15691899

'Despicable behaviour' involving drug-related activity forces Surrey Police to close property in Guildford

The order prevents anyone other than the tenant, his family and support workers from entering the property

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/despicable-behaviour-involving-drug-related-15684371

What you need to know if you plan on buying Surrey property in 2019

As we begin 2019, many of us will be making plans for the coming year. No doubt those who have been considering selling and buying property, whether they have their eye on their dream home or wish to make an investment purchase, will be thinking about if this might be the year that they take the plunge

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/buying-property-in-surrey-2019-1-5855921

Flying Tiger holding four-day event with EVERYTHING maximum £2

"For four days we will make the world even more colourful and fun"

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/flying-tiger-holding-four-day-15692819

Domino's are giving away 100 free pizzas in Guildford town centre

You'd better be quick as the offer is only for one day

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/special-features/dominos-giving-away-100-free-15673798

Onslow Park and Ride buses still half-empty as passengers turn away from service

Residents claim hundreds of people are parking at the site without paying

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/onslow-park-ride-buses-still-15681986

Guildford A3 speed camera and junction change plans to go on show to public

Highways England says it aims to make journeys on the A3 "safer, less frustrating and more reliable”

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-a3-speed-camera-junction-15689495

Wednesday 16 January 2019

Pothole in Guildford with sharp metal sticking out of it went unrepaired for days

One member of the public said the pothole in Ladymead was "potentially lethal"

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/pothole-guildford-sharp-metal-sticking-15685512

Proposals to introduce anti-terror barriers in Guildford High Street defended by councillors

Guildford Council is considering building barriers to prevent possible vehicle attacks in the High Street

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/proposals-introduce-anti-terror-barriers-15681995

Tuesday 15 January 2019

Guildford bus drivers threaten strike in pay dispute with Arriva

The company wants to sack its workforce and re-employ them on lower rates of pay as the Guildford depot has become unprofitable

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-bus-drivers-threaten-strike-15679006

Images released as Poundland sells engagement rings ahead of Valentine's Day

"Our bling ring is setting the scene for the real deal"

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/images-released-poundland-sells-engagement-15680648

What does the future hold for the Surrey Hills?

Last year the Surrey Hills celebrated 60 years as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty but would changing its status to a National Park help safeguard its future? We attended the Surrey Hills Symposium to find out more

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/future-of-the-surrey-hills-1-5852057

Travellers vacate Millbrook Car Park and Bannisters Field in Guildford after firefighters tackle bonfire

Clean up crews have tidied both sites according to Guildford Borough Council

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/travellers-vacate-millbrook-car-park-15675811

Retail troubles prompt rethink for Guildford's North Street redevelopment

Guildford's council has decided to focus on building homes in the town centre after a difficult year for Britain's retailers

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/retail-troubles-prompt-rethink-guildfords-15677031

Monday 14 January 2019

Some of the best things to see and do in Woking

A town reaching for the skies with its latest developments and whispers of a bid for city status in the air, Woking has a fascinating history to couple with its modern-day ambitions

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/things-to-do-in-woking-1-5851088

Pho launches healthy specials with mains under 250 calories

Plus many of the dishes are vegan-friendly too - perfect if you're taking part in Veganuary

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/pho-launches-healthy-specials-mains-15673369

Sunday 13 January 2019

Why the future of 462 homes at Ockford Park is still uncertain despite permission granted

All eyes are now on Guildford Borough Council!

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/future-462-homes-ockford-park-15663095

Saturday 12 January 2019

Firefighters tackle bonfire on field occupied by travellers near Guildford Tesco and Royal Surrey Hospital

A fire engine was seen parked up in the Tesco car park just after 3pm on Saturday (January 12)

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/firefighters-attend-guildford-traveller-encampment-15669156

This road in Surrey was the most dangerous for pedestrians

Some 329 pedestrians were hurt or killed in the county during 2017

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/road-surrey-most-dangerous-pedestrians-15650840

Friday 11 January 2019

Travellers move onto land by Guildford Tesco and Royal Surrey

Around 10 caravans moved onto Bannisters Field on Friday morning

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/travellers-move-onto-land-guildford-15663842

Armed police respond after reports of weapons used in Ash 'violent disorder'

Armed officers were called to Winchester Road in Ash

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/armed-police-respond-after-reports-15659877

Thursday 10 January 2019

7 ways Brexit could affect Guildford – and they’re serious

New report says there is a 'risk companies will relocate out of the borough'

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/7-ways-brexit-could-affect-15660180

Wednesday 9 January 2019

Guildford man Lee Pomeroy sustained 'injury to his neck' as he died on train to Horsley

A post mortem examination took place at the weekend

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-man-lee-pomeroy-sustained-15651844

Tuesday 8 January 2019

10 reasons to love Sutton

Where city meets country, Sutton is a town surrounded by history and beautiful places to escape

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/things-to-do-in-sutton-1-5843478

First picture of Chelsea Mitchell, who has been accused of assisting an offender, has emerged

Mitchell, 27, of Willbury Road, Farnham, appeared at Staines Magistrates' Court on Monday morning (January 7)

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/chelsea-mitchell-court-staines-guildford-15644400

Monday 7 January 2019

Terrorism protection, traveller deterrents and confidential £10m 'redevelopment' among Guildford Council's spending proposals

Guildford Council is considering building barriers to prevent vehicle attacks in the High Street

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/terrorism-protection-traveller-deterrents-confidential-15639363

First image of man accused of murdering Guildford father and husband Lee Pomeroy released

Darren Shane Pencille, 35, of no fixed address, appeared in Staines Magistrates' Court on Monday morning (January 7)

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/horsley-murder-guildford-farnham-picture-15640419

Sunday 6 January 2019

Two charged in relation to stabbing on train that killed Guildford man Lee Pomeroy

Darren Shane Pencille, 35 and Chelsea Mitchell, 27, both of Willbury Road, Farnham will appear at Staines Magistrates' Court on Monday (January 7)

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/lee-pomeroy-murder-two-charged-15638424

'We pray for your son, family and all who know you': Reaction to fatal stabbing of Lee Pomeroy

Floral tributes and messages were left at Horsley railway station on Saturday (January 5)

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/we-pray-your-son-family-15637458

Timeline of events of Guildford father fatally stabbed 'multiple' times on train to London

Lee Pomeroy, 51, from Guildford was murdered after boarding a train at London Road railway station

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/timeline-events-guildford-father-fatally-15636231

Saturday 5 January 2019

Man arrested in connection to Horsley murder investigation aged 35

Lee Pomeroy, 51, from Guildford was fatally stabbed on a South Western Railway train in Horsley on Friday, January 4

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-arrested-connection-horsley-murder-15635127

'Honourable' father from Guildford stabbed multiple times in Horsley train attack

Lee Pomeroy, 51, was fatally stabbed following an altercation on-board a Guildford to London Waterloo train at around 1pm

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/honourable-father-guildford-stabbed-multiple-15633940

Police appeal for dashcam footage around Clandon in connection to fatal stabbing on train

Police would like to speak to anyone who was on board the train at the time of the stabbing

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/police-appeal-dashcam-footage-around-15633336

Friday 4 January 2019

Horsley murder: Teenage son witnessed dad stabbed to death on board South Western Railway train from Guildford

The son, victim and suspect all boarded the same train on Friday afternoon (January 4) at London Road, Guildford

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/horsell-murder-teenage-son-witnessed-15633075

Disruption after murder on train between Guildford and London Waterloo

Trains between Guildford and Effingham Junction have been impacted by the incident

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/disruption-after-murder-train-between-15632359

Surrey murder: Man dies at Horsley station despite 'best efforts' of paramedics

Crews attended the incident at Horsley railway station near Guildford

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-murder-man-dies-horsley-15632261

Surrey murder: Man stabbed to death on board train from Guildford to London Waterloo

British Transport Police has opened a murder enquiry following the incident

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-murder-man-stabbed-horsley-15631904

90 of the best events on offer in Surrey for 2019

Make 2019 the year to appreciate all that Surrey has to offer. We compiled a list of 90 things to do to get you started

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/2019-events-in-surrey-1-5840231

I don’t want my child to go to a traditional private school - What other options?

One of our experts from ACS International Schools, which has campuses in Cobham, Egham and Hillingdon, answers your questions

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/traditional-private-school-versus-other-options-1-5839658

Guildford 'bus war' between Safeguard and Arriva continues as companies vie for Bellfields route

Safeguard's managing director has previously accused Arriva of trying to "destabilise" the company

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-bus-war-between-safeguard-15626259

Thursday 3 January 2019

Fee increase 'slaughtering us', claim Guildford cabbies

Taxi drivers said they are already struggling to make a living due to rising competition and increased costs

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/fee-increase-slaughtering-us-claim-15619911

New Guildford residents' group calls for more independent candidates at local election

The group, called Residents for Guildford and Villages, is holding a public meeting on January 15 to encourage people to stand as independents

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/new-guildford-residents-group-calls-15623205

Huge Christmas present appeal success for Shooting Star Chase

The hospice was showered with Christmas gifts from many generous donors

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/huge-christmas-present-appeal-success-15624022

Wednesday 2 January 2019

TGI Fridays to launch vegan burger that 'bleeds like the real thing'

“We’ve put a lot of research and effort into ensuring we offer the best vegan burger in town, as well as one that comes with a 100% vegan bun"

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/tgi-fridays-launch-vegan-burger-15621833

How busy is your train station? Breakdown of usage for ALL 84 Surrey stations

Surrey Live has broken down the official figures for entries and exits at all our 84 stations for the year 2017/18

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/how-busy-your-train-station-15620342