The much‑loved Molesey Head Races return on Saturday 14 February 2026, bringing competitive rowing, riverside atmosphere and community spirit back to our stretch of the Thames. Established in 1976, the event has become a key date in the winter rowing calendar and a familiar highlight for Hurst Park residents. A day of racing for all […]
Elmbridge Borough Council has just refused planning permission for the damaging flats proposal between Cherimoya and Monaveen Gardens. This is tremendous news, thanks to objections from around 80 local residents and a detailed letter submitted by us as your Residents’ Association. You can read our full response here: [Application Reference 2025/2278 – Land Northwest of […]
Many residents will have heard that some of the areas of landscaped common land in our estate are being auctioned off. If developers buy them thinking they can build, this is a major threat to our environment. The HPRA has set up a small working group/subcommittee to get to the bottom of the legal and […]
Two New Unitary Councils Announced. The UK Government has announced a major reorganisation of local government in Surrey. From April 2027, the county’s twelve existing councils will be replaced by two new unitary authorities, designed to simplify local services and improve efficiency. For residents of Hurst Park and West Molesey, this means that Elmbridge Borough […]
Good news for local residents — the planning application (Ref: 2025/2171) submitted by the Esso Petrol Station at 195 Hurst Road, West Molesey (KT8 1SE) has been refused by Elmbridge Borough Council. Proposal: Advertisement consent for one internally illuminated digital freestanding single-sided display sign. Decision: Refused Advertisement ConsentDecision date: 21 October 2025Ward: Molesey East This […]
A new planning application (Ref: 2025/2171) has been submitted for the Esso Petrol Station at 195 Hurst Road, West Molesey (KT8 1SE). Proposal: Advertisement consent for one internally illuminated digital freestanding single-sided display sign. Status: Under consideration Comments deadline: 17th October 2025 Ward: Molesey East Residents can review the full application and submit comments via […]
Step into the ethereal world of Emma Price, whose evocative paintings and drawings offer a deeply personal reflection on memory, nature, and self-discovery. Having lived in both England and Australia, Emma’s work draws from rich emotional and visual memories of the landscapes she has called home. “JOURNEYS – Travels Through the Landscape” is a powerful […]
Dear Residents, We’ve received a request for volunteers to support the upcoming Molesey Regatta Festival, taking place on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th July 2025. The event includes racing, music, and entertainment and is a highlight of the summer calendar. Can you spare a couple of hours to help out?Volunteers are needed to help manage […]
The Government has launched a public consultation on potential changes to how local government is structured in Surrey. As part of the proposed reorganisation, Surrey could move towards creating two new unitary councils to replace the current borough and county system — a change that would directly impact how services are delivered in Elmbridge and […]
Friday 28th March was a big night for Hurst Park as residents, committee members, and friends came together at the Royal British Legion for our Annual General Meeting. It was a great chance to catch up, hear what’s been going on, and chat about what’s coming next for our community. Charlotte Dean, our Acting Chair, […]