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Discover and enjoy world class theatre right here on our doorstep at The Rose Theatre. This summer, explore an incredible line up from family friendly productions to shows that will have you laughing, singing and dancing in the aisles.

Local hot spots to enjoy along the water this summer.

Local interior designer Hannah Ashe works regularly with clients whose homes are short on space. She says, “The key is being creative with what’s available and making the most of every inch.” Here Hannah shares her top tips to give your small space an injection of creative thinking.

From egg hunts to indoor gaming, Angelina Villa-Clarke finds the best fun-fuelled activities to keep all-ages entertained during the Easter holidays.

Campaigning against the closure of children’s cancer services at The Royal Marsden in Sutton, we speak with local resident Jenny Houghton, organiser of the parent-led campaign Hear the Marsden Kids…

From miniature ponies to giant bunnies, what better way to mark the arrival of springtime than a visit behind-the-scenes at Hobbledown, Epsom. Home to farm and zoo animals (who knew that a camel lived in our leafy borough?) we stuck our wellies on and mucked in, ready for an animal adventure…

Mother’s Day falls on the 10th March this year, but why stop there?
These special places are a treat all year round. From an afternoon tea or a lavish bite to eat, Angelina Villa-Clarke reveals the perfect places to truly spoil her.

From magical mythology to children’s
fiction, Waterstones, Epsom recommends the gift of a good read this winter…

Trained and qualified in meditation, sound and crystal healing therapy amongst several yoga disciplines, we asked Shikira from Temples for the Soul, to explain how we can all tap into some much-needed time out…

Lisa-Marie Sikand, founder of Soulitude 7, a multi-disciplinary coaching and mentoring consultancy, explains how looking back can be a powerful tool for propelling ourselves forward.

From quaint period cottages to charming barn conversions, renting a home-away-from-home means you can reconnect with friends and family, or simply have a break from the hubbub of the holidays. We’ve picked the best places, not too far afield, to snuggle up in this season.

Having faced cancer not once, but six times, Jonathan Acott has had to demonstrate unwavering strength and determination in the face of life-threatening challenges.