shams_surrey published 18 free things to see and do at Reigate Community Festival

A 12-hour extravaganza for young and old takes place in Reigate's Priory Park today.Reigate Community Festival is back - and you won't need a penny to enjoy the dozens of activities it has to offer.Starting at 10.30am, the 8th annual festival will have a Shakespearean theme, in the year marking the 400th anniversary of the Bard's death.The Opening Ceremony is at 10.45am with Mayor of Reigate and Banstead Councillor David Powell kicking off proceedings, followed by parade participants leaving and...

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shams_surrey published Oxted Carnival: Where and when to see the parade

Oxted Carnival is back once again.Colourful floats with a swinging 60s theme will be parading through the town in the annual event which marks its 50th anniversary this year.Dozens of local organisations and schools have invested a huge amount of time creating floats and costumes based on the theme, competing for the best entry.The procession finishes in Master Park where a range of stalls and entertainment awaits:Timetable of events: 12.00 – Carnival Commences at Master Park.12.30 –...

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Surrey Mirror published Time for Tea: Destination Bike, Box Hill

Pootling along the lanes of Box Hill the other afternoon, I noticed a flag-like sign blowing in the wind advertising a new coffee shop.Feeling a bit thirsty and peckish I decided to investigate so turned back in my tracks to see what it was all about.I hadn't any idea there was a place for coffee at this part of Box Hill, close to the village shops and The Tree public house.On pulling up in the spacious car park in front of the small parade at Box Hill Road, I soon realised that the coffee bar...

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Josh_Searle published Queues of up to 2 miles between Dorking and Reigate

Queues of up to two miles between Dorking and Reigate are frustrating drivers trying to get home for the weekend.A motorist telephoned the Surrey Mirror to report the queues, which are believed to be caused by roadworks near The Black Horse pub in Reigate.UK Power Networks has set up temporary traffic lights near the pub today. They are due to be in place until July 7.Thames Water is also starting work near the pub tomorrow, which will run until July 6.Looking further ahead, Thames Water has...

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shams_surrey published Southern passengers are the unhappiest in the country

The results of a train passenger survey has revealed the unsurprising news that Southern Rail customers are the least happy in the country.The under-fire rail operator came bottom in a UK-wide passenger satisfaction survey comparing experiences across rail networks.Commuters will not be surprised to learn only 69 per cent of those surveyed by watchdog Transport Focus were satisfied with Southern's service.Southern also scored lowest on punctuality and reliability and on how well it deals with...

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TomVKlaveren published Seven more arrested over public disorder at Epsom Derby Festival

Seven teenagers have been arrested over the past two weeks for their part in violent disorder at the Epsom Derby festival.An investigation was launched under the name "Operation Attic" following the incident, which occurred near an entertainment stage set up on The Hill shortly after the event on Saturday, June 4.A police officer had his tooth knocked out and obtained cuts to his face after bottles were thrown in the crowds. An 18-year-old man was also injured with cuts to his head and...

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shams_surrey published Photos: de Stafford prom at Farleigh Golf Club

Posh frocks, natty suits and bow ties could only mean one thing – it's prom time once again. Year 11 students at de Stafford School, in Caterham, got the chance to ditch their school uniforms and dress to impress for an evening to remember. Held at Farleigh Golf Club in Selsdon, as in previous years, students in tuxedos and glittering ballgowns arrived in style for a night of dancing to celebrate the completion of their exams and bid farewell to school leavers. Swish sports cars,...

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