http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.ashteadresidents.org.uk en-us Tue, 26 May 2026 04:08:49 +0100 Rocketspark http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/post/24105/new-update-18th-may-2026-level-crossing-maintenance-closures-overnight-on-11th-june-only--note-new-arrangements-re-use-of-the-car-park/ Network Rail have advised that the closure will now be for one night only on 11th June.Network Rail have a full road closure planned for 00:30 – 05:00 Thursday 11th June 2026 to maintain the level crossing barriers, signals, cables & telecommunications units.PLEASE NOTE THESE SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS BELOWDue to this, residents would not be able to gain access via the level crossing except in an emergency. Residents could park their cars at the station car park. To avoid receiving a penalty c... Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/#post24105 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/post/26476/major-play-area-investment-and-refurbishment-programme--ashtead-rec/ Mole Valley District Council (MVDC) has appointed Proludic to deliver its major Play Area Investment and Refurbishment Programme, marking a key milestone in MVDC's commitment to improving playgrounds and open spaces across the district. The decision to appoint Proludic, a leading designer and provider of playground equipment, has been approved by Cabinet, following a robust and competitive procurement process. The Cabinet decision was accomp... Thu, 14 May 2026 15:13:41 +0100 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/#post26476 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/post/26468/ashtead-rotary-village-day-2026-fun-music-magic--and-a-big-heart/ Ashtead Village Day is bringing a dazzling line‑up of entertainment, community spirit and feel‑good energy to the heart of our village. This year’s theme, ‘Let’s Sing & Dance’, promises a feast of music, movement and joy for all ages.As always, the event is proudly organised by Ashtead Rotary Club and stands as one of the largest charitable community events in Surrey. Every penny raised goes directly to charity — supporting local organisations, youth projects, community gr... Wed, 13 May 2026 13:33:08 +0100 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/#post26468 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/post/26467/registrations-are-now-open-for-free-summer-holiday-activities-for-0-16s/ Mole Valley District Council (MVDC) is delighted to be partnering with local sport and leisure providers this summer to offer a wide range of free, fun and inclusive indoor and outdoor activities for children. These fantastic activities for all ages range from soft play and swimming to yoga, golf, dance, Pickleball, and so much more! Registrations have now opened, and booking early is strongly encouraged.The programme is designed to help children stay active, try new activities and make friends ... Wed, 13 May 2026 13:21:03 +0100 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/#post26467 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/post/26450/election-results-for-ashtead-ward-of-new-unitary-east-surrey-council/ ... Fri, 08 May 2026 19:37:56 +0100 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/#post26450 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/post/26351/planning-application-mo-26-00340--change-of-condition-for-installation-of-bess-on-land-north-of-barnett-wood-lane-ashtead/ The Residents' Association has written to MVDC Planning Department following an application to change the terms of the much objected to agreed Application for the Battery Storage System north of Barnet Wood Lane.Despite much local opposition from the ARA, the City of London and local residents, the Council overruled these objections and agreed the facility. There is now an application to amend these terms and the Residents' Association has strongly objected. See the (corker of a) letter below wr... Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:57:19 +0100 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/#post26351 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/post/14674/planning-applications-for-ashtead/ Mole Valley District Council publishes details of every planning application on their web site. To search for an application got to the following site:-https://planning.agileapplications.co.uk/mole/search-applications/As an alternative, you can sign-up to receive notification of applications local to you by going to MyAlerts at MVDC. You can if you want also receive a weekly list of all planning applications in Mole Valley.... Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/#post14674 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/post/26301/bus-survey-2026/ Surrey County Council is continuing its work with Transport Focus to better understand how bus services are working for residents. Following the launch of the Your Bus Journey survey in 2023, we’re now running our own year-long bus user survey to gather even more local insight.Hearing directly from people who use buses, as well as those who don’t, helps us understand what’s working well and where improvements are needed. This feedback plays a vital role in shaping how we work with bus oper... Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:27:19 +0100 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/#post26301 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/post/26277/after-40-years-with-the-residents-association-larry-unthank-is-retiring/ It is well-known that the money markets don’t like shocks:  it unsettles them.  Indeed, I suppose that most of us don’t like shock news.With this in mind, may I tell you a story that will explain all.It was that slack water time, between Christmas and New Year last year, when my wife & I had retired to the sitting room after an evening meal, and we looked, in vain, for ‘something’ to watch on the television – a hopeless task – so we decided to chat amongst ourselves ins... Sun, 05 Apr 2026 15:05:19 +0100 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/#post26277 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/post/26247/whats-on-the-cards/ Change of use of ground floor from former greengrocers shop to Doctor's clinic including replacement of the existing rear single storey outbuildings and erection of a rear extension with an air source heat pump and air conditioning unit.Opening Hours: Monday to Friday: Start Time: 09:00 End Time: 20:00, Saturday: Start Time: 09:00 End Time: 13:00The application seeks to create a new Doctor’s clinic in the existing and extended Greengrocer space. External Proposals: The existing shop front... Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:29:40 +0100 http://www.ashteadresidents.org.uk/blog/#post26247