9 of the best places for a spot of brunch in Surrey

Forget lunch, sunny weekends in Surrey are about a stroll in the countryside, followed by a long and delectable brunch. Here’s our pick of the county’s best local offerings to get your taste buds tingling

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/the-best-places-for-brunch-in-surrey-1-5636788

Live Surrey traffic and travel updates on M25, M3, A3, M23, South Western and Southern

The latest traffic news on the county's motorways, main roads, bus routes, airports and train services

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/live-surrey-traffic-travel-updates-15873436

University of Surrey to cut staff citing Brexit financial concerns among reasons

All staff are to be offered a voluntary severance package

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/university-surrey-cut-staff-citing-15885247

Two arrested after women, 79, has handbag snatched from behind and breaks arm in Chertsey

The woman was approached from behind in the daytime robbery in Guildford Street

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/two-arrested-after-women-79-15894838

Things to do in Surrey this weekend

Some of the best things to do in Surrey this weekend (1, 2, 3 March): art exhibitions, walks, concerts, theatre, places to visit and other events and days out

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/things-to-do-in-surrey-this-weekend-1-5462479

Surrey Life March 2019 – Out in shops and to buy online

This edition of Surrey Life features all the local ingredients to make this month special

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/what-s-inside-this-month-s-surrey-life-magazine-1-5462752

Another ex-Conservative joins Guildford's independent councillors

Nils Christiansen left the Conservative Party accusing the local leadership of being "unaccountable"

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/another-ex-conservative-joins-guildfords-15886971

Arrest after reports of man 'exposing himself to two women' at Horsley train station

A 51-year-old man was arrested at Guildford railway station and taken into custody, according to BTP

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/arrest-after-reports-man-exposing-15887810

Woman, 79, pulled to ground and robbed by two men in daytime Chertsey attack

Police are warning the public not to approach the two men

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/woman-79-pulled-ground-robbed-15882478

Some of the best things to see and do in Godalming

Found among stunning countryside on the banks of the serene River Wey, Godalming is home to Titanic history, picture perfect streets and, more surprisingly, great Asian fusion tapas. It’s the perfect base for a little fresh air

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/things-to-do-in-godalming-1-5905782

Reviewing Lebanese restaurant Beit Beirut in Woking

Having served their street food at some of the county’s leading food and drink festivals, two Lebanese brothers have launched their own restaurant. We visit Woking’s new kid on the block, Beit Beirut

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/beit-beirut-woking-review-1-5905447

Surrey's 10 best cafés in 2019 according to TripAdvisor

These are the best cafés in Surrey according to reviews left by customers

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/surreys-10-best-cafs-2019-15863063

Guildford borough councillor resigns from Conservatives on same day as Tory MPs

The councillor, who represents Holy Trinity ward, sent a letter of resignation on the same day three Tory MPs quit the party

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-borough-councillor-resigns-conservatives-15868132

The 2019 leading ladies of Surrey

Surrey women mean business! Here’ we turn the spotlight on some of our county’s most successful - and discover what it is that makes them tick

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/surrey-leading-ladies-2019-1-5903040

Victim 'being fed through tubes' following alleged Redhill assault, court hears

Two men pleaded not guilty to single counts of grievous bodily harm

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/victim-being-fed-through-tubes-15865766

From Surrey to Ile de Ré: What it’s like to stay on the French island

Idyllic Ile de Ré, off the west coast of France, ticks all the boxes for a romantic getaway minus the crowds

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/visiting-ile-de-re-1-5901772

Abandoned car in Guildford road 'dangerous' and 'ridiculous', resident says

The car has been left for three weeks after crashing in the snow in Park Barn

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/abandoned-car-guildford-road-dangerous-15865228

How can I help my child build mental resilience and a healthy attitude?

An education expert from ACS International Schools, which has campuses in Cobham, Egham and Hillingdon, answers your questions

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/help-child-build-mental-resilience-and-healthy-attitude-1-5900978

Impatience to blame for Surrey's most dangerous pedestrian crossing, according to councillor

Police accident reports reveal the most dangerous crossings in Surrey over a four year period

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/impatience-blame-surreys-most-dangerous-15859205

One person arrested after 'violent' stabbing in Fairview Road in Ash

One man has been released from hospital after the incident

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/one-person-arrested-after-violent-15861303

Chantry Wood neighbours say campsite forest school plan is 'undemocratic'

Guildford Borough Council ruled out holding a full consultation on leasing the campsite to a forest school as "affected user groups are expected to be resistant"

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/chantry-wood-neighbours-say-campsite-15857052

Stone crashes to Guildford pavement after Tunsgate Arch suffers 'unexpected dislodgement'

The council said it would take "some time" to repair the 19th century archway

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/tunsgate-guildford-stone-falls-pavement-15861313

'Drivers' biggest pet hate' middle lane hogger tracked for three miles by police

The driver even moves into the fast lane at one point

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/drivers-biggest-pet-hate-middle-15859627

Body of man found beside tracks at Reigate station

The body was located by officers at around 3.05am

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/body-man-found-beside-tracks-15846070

Missed GP appointments in Surrey costing NHS more than £500,000 a month

One in 20 people who booked into their local surgery did not turn up

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/missed-gp-appointments-surrey-costing-15837333

Planned M25, A3, M4 and A30 closures for the week ahead

Here is a summary of all the major roadworks going on in Surrey this week

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/planned-m25-a3-m4-a30-15844386

Surrey weather forecast: 'Bright and mild' end to half term week, says Met Office

Here's what to expect weather-wise in the week ahead

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-weather-forecast-bright-mild-15843798

Couple 'sprayed with glass' after BMW smashes into Royal Oak in Knaphill

"The car went through the double backed wall and went about four feet into the pub"

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/couple-sprayed-glass-after-bmw-15841978

Bicycle 'mangled' after crash with car on A25 near Newlands Corner

"His bike was quite mangled and there were a few scrapes down the side of the car"

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/bicycle-mangled-after-crash-car-15841452

'Having wings would make it easier to access' - your feedback to council countryside survey

One respondent to Surrey County Council's survey called for cllr Mike Goodman, lead cabinet member for environment, to resign

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/having-wings-would-make-easier-15837350

A3 slip road traffic lights having 'big impact' on Guildford congestion claims councillor

The traffic lights were part of the major A3 improvement scheme

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/a3-slip-road-traffic-lights-15835505

Axel Scheffler on Zog’s theatre debut in Kingston

Richmond illustrator Axel Scheffler is probably best known for bringing alive Julia Donaldson’s Gruffalo and Stick Man characters but, following an on-screen adaptation over Christmas, another of his collaborations with the author is about to hit the stage. We find out more about the hapless young dragon, Zog.

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/axel-scheffler-on-zog-in-kingston-1-5893514

Outline planning permission granted for Shepperton Studios expansion

Spelthorne Borough Council’s Planning Committee has resolved to grant outline planning permission for Shepperton Studios expansion

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/shepperton-expansion-outline-planning-permission-granted-1-5893466

'Disturbing burglary' in Shalford as man enters house and confronts female before fleeing

Officers have conducted enquiries and reassurance patrols in the village

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/disturbing-burglary-shalford-man-enters-15834633

Residents in Ash express shock at stabbing in what is 'normally a very quiet area'

Police are appealing for witnesses after two people were assaulted in Ash

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/residents-ash-express-shock-stabbing-15833479

Man seen 'lying on the floor' after stabbing in Ash

Surrey Police is appealing for witnesses after two men were assaulted in Fairview Road

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-seen-lying-floor-after-15830507

Murder trial delayed as three jurors get stuck in a lift at nearby shopping centre

The three men had been on their lunch break when they became trapped

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/murder-trial-delayed-three-jurors-15830379

Guildford councillor Michael Illman went to just one council meeting in nearly nine months

Cllr Michael Illman last attended a planning meeting, despite not being a member of the planning committee and not speaking at the meeting

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-councillor-michael-illman-went-15803782

Guildford Spectrum's replacement leisure centre would have the 'wow factor' but progress is slow

Guildford Borough Council is considering a £100 million replacement for the Spectrum leisure centre

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-spectrums-replacement-leisure-centre-15802633

Greyhounds find new home in Guildford after being rescued from infamous Canidrome racetrack in China

Celia Cross Greyhound Trust in West Clandon has taken in 13 greyhounds from the Canidrome racetrack in China

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/greyhounds-find-new-home-guildford-15817843

Guildford green belt sites set to be removed from Local Plan housing development list

Four sites put forward for new homes, including Aaron’s Hill in Godalming, set to be removed from Guildford's Local Plan

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-green-belt-sites-set-15828900

'Stop Brexit' message appears on fence near Stoke Park in Guildford

Surrey Police is appealing for witnesses after a man in his 20s was spotted nearby at the time of the offence            

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/stop-brexit-message-guildford-police-15824324

Woking FC boss Alan Dowson rises to challenge as lung-busting fundraiser continues

Alan Dowson is on a mission to raise funds and a hamstring strain in his left leg won't stop him

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/woking-fc-boss-alan-dowson-15825196

Robin Hood pub owner 'struggling every day' after two burglaries in two months

"I don't trust anyone any more. I don't want to feel like this. It's not fair"

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/robin-hood-pub-owner-struggling-15817332

These Surrey railway stations could be upgraded to accept contactless payments

The pay as you go network could be massively expanded outside of London by the Department for Transport

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-railway-stations-could-upgraded-15818023

Gang attacked father and son in Guildford like 'pack of wild animals', victim says

Police describe the attack on the father, 73, and son, 47, as "horrific and unprovoked"

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/gang-attacked-father-son-guildford-15818714

Guildford Museum redevelopment proving ‘complex’ and ‘challenging’

Those taken around the current museum found it ‘old fashioned, dull and not interactive enough’

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-museum-redevelopment-proving-complex-15815465

What it’s like at The Bull Inn in Limpsfield

When their village pub was put on the market, the residents of Limpsfield decided to take things into their own hands. We visit The Bull Inn

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/the-bull-inn-limpsfield-review-1-5887770

Timeline of events following tragic death of mother-of-four in Ewell

Surrey Police has issued regular updates as the investigation progresses

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/timeline-events-following-tragic-death-15810939

Company responsible for dumping shopping trolley and other waste at Smallfield primary school fined

The company will have to pay a total of £3,570

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/company-responsible-dumping-shopping-trolley-15791930

Fly tipper who dumped two tonnes of industrial rubbish in Reigate fined

The council are using the fine to cover the cost of clearing the heap of waste

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/fly-tipper-who-dumped-two-15797942

Living and growing up in Surrey as a gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender person

There have been 14 reports of hate crime against LGBTQ people in the county and 36 support calls relating to sexual orientation and gender

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/living-growing-up-surrey-gay-15782879

Guildford's most dangerous places in 2018 revealed by police figures

New police data shows the number of reported crimes in your area

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildfords-most-dangerous-places-2018-15749507

20-year-old jailed over 'vicious' gang attack in Guildford's New Cross Road

Kieran McQuade was part of a group that attacked Charles and Duane Sewell outside their Stoughton home, causing serious and life-changing injuries

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/20-year-old-jailed-over-15797096

Surrey firefighter describes attending 'huge' Ocado warehouse fire in Andover to 'eliminate explosion risk'

Crews from Leatherhead and Guildford fire stations were called in to help tackle the fire

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-firefighter-describes-attending-huge-15799747

'Despicable' conman jailed over fraud that tricked Guildford woman in her 70s out of £10,000

The Guildford pensioner was told she was helping an undercover investigation into fraud at a local bank

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/despicable-conman-jailed-over-fraud-15797782

Dash cam captures moment van narrowly misses schoolboy after jumping red light

"Fortunately the 14-year-old was not hit, but things could have worked out very differently"

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/dash-cam-captures-moment-van-15797776

Man accused of stabbing Lee Pomeroy to death on East Horsley train denies murder

Darren Pencille appeared via video link at the Old Bailey

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-accused-stabbing-lee-pomeroy-15796417

Man jailed after being caught hiding bags of cocaine in his underwear while on bail

The 20-year-old, from Lower Kingswood, was on bail for previous drug offences at the time

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-jailed-after-being-caught-15794238

Voting is now open for the Surrey Life Food & Drink Awards 2019

Voting is now open for the 2019 Surrey Life Food and Drink Awards. It’s our seventh annual celebration of the county’s best restaurants, food producers, cafés and pubs – those venues and people who go the extra mile to make a day or night out in Surrey special. This year’s awards will take place at G Live, Guildford on Thursday 26 September

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/surrey-life-food-drink-awards-2019-voting-1-5882543

Surrey County Council accused of 'caring more about rubbish than children'

The local authority is to axe 31 children's centres, while recycling centres were given a last-minute reprieve

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/surrey-county-council-accused-caring-15786168

Woman 'assaulted' in 'disturbance' outside primary school in Ash at pick-up time

Two people, a man and woman, were arrested following the incident

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/woman-assaulted-outside-primary-school-15793049

Appeal to find 'vulnerable' missing teenage girl, 15, from Guildford 'as matter of urgency'

Emily Carter-Maull, 15, failed to return home as planned

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/appeal-vulnerable-missing-teenage-girl-15793011

Dealership near Guildford is selling Prince Philip's car - that once drove Barack Obama

Despite his recent driving history, this modified Range Rover is in good condition

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-sell-prince-philip-car-15791081

Plans announced for the first ever Surrey Day

Surrey Life has joined forces with BBC Surrey and Visit Surrey to announce plans for the first ever Surrey Day, a celebration of what makes the county a great place to live and work in. It will take place on Saturday 4 May 2019.

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/plans-for-surrey-day-announced-1-5881098

Nigel Harman on bringing Glengarry Glen Ross to Surrey

Nigel Harman is probably best known for his stint in EastEnders, but the Purley-born performer has been busy making a name for himself on the stage as both an actor and director ever since. This February he returns to Surrey for the opening of his latest play Glengarry Glen Ross at Woking’s New Victoria Theatre

From: https://www.surreylife.co.uk/nigel-harman-play-glengarry-glen-ross-1-5881068

Cycle path opened in Guildford as part of '£100m' project to improve travel

The aim of the project is to improve journeys and encourage economic development in Guildford

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/cycle-path-guildford-100m-project-15783213

Michael McIntyre fans left disappointed as tickets for Guildford show sell out within minutes

The international comedian will perform at G Live this spring

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/comedy-news/michael-mcintyre-fans-guildford-disappointed-15784391

Plans for 'significant improvements' to busy Guildford roundabout revealed

The Egerton Road roundabout is a particularly congested area of Guildford

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/plans-significant-improvements-busy-guildford-15781770

Iconic Guildford fire engine manufacturer Dennis closes after years of fire service cuts

The company had been trading in Guildford for more than 30 years but struggled to cope in the face of austerity

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/iconic-guildford-fire-engine-manufacturer-15775984

Smoke spills into the sky as crews tackle huge house fire in Staines

South East Coast Ambulance service attended Laleham Road briefly but were not required

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/staines-fire-laleham-road-closed-15767995

Man who died in crash between BMW and van in Compton named as Adam Jones

Adam Jones, 31, from Godalming, was killed when the BMW he was driving collided with a van

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-who-died-crash-between-15779060

Layers of grease and grime see Staines café owner prosecuted for food hygiene failings

The owner of the Golden Grill in Staines has been prosecuted by the council for poor food hygiene standards

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/layers-grease-grime-see-staines-15777169

Guildford Casino tower block plans to go before Planning Inspectorate despite councillors' objections

Nightclub owner Michel Harper previously said the building would be an "impressive architectural addition"

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/guildford-casino-tower-block-plans-15776179

Michael McIntyre is bringing his warm up show to Guildford and this is how you can get tickets

The world-famous stand up will perform at G Live this spring

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/comedy-news/michael-mcintyre-bringing-warm-up-15774595

Watch Surrey Fire and Rescue battle large house fire in Staines

South East Coast Ambulance service attended Laleham Road briefly but were not required

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/watch-surrey-fire-rescue-battle-15767995

Man arrested after two police officers assaulted in Guildford

The man was found at around 4.30pm at Guildford railway station

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/man-arrested-after-two-police-15763534

Travellers leave Guildford Spectrum leisure centre after setting up unauthorised encampment in car park

There were previously around eight caravans in the rear of the park and ride area

from Surrey Live - News https://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/surrey-news/travellers-leave-guildford-spectrum-leisure-15759264