Major Change to Local Government in Surrey

Map of Surrey showing the new East and West Surrey unitary councils, highlighting Elmbridge and West Molesey within the East Surrey area.

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 […]

Molesey Regatta Returns – 19–20 July 2025 at Hurst Meadows!

Illustrated poster for Molesey Regatta 2025, showing event dates, fairground rides, and rowing imagery with bright summer colours

First held in 1867, the Molesey Regatta is a traditional rowing event featuring crews from across the UK. Set against the scenic backdrop of the Thames at Hurst Park, it’s a vibrant celebration of sport, community, and summer fun. We’re thrilled to welcome back the Molesey Regatta to Hurst Meadows, West Molesey, on Saturday 19th […]

Have Your Say on the Future of Local Government in Surrey

Elmbridge Borough Council building with text overlay: Have Your Say on the Future of Local Government in Surrey

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 […]

Spring Fun at the HPRA Easter Egg Hunt!

Volunteer handing chocolate Easter eggs to a child at HPRA Easter Egg Hunt 2025 at Tufton Gardens.

On Sunday 6th April, the Hurst Park Residents Association brought a little extra joy to the neighbourhood with a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt at Tufton Gardens. Under a beautiful blue sky and warm spring sunshine, local children (and their parents!) gathered to take part in the search for hidden Easter eggs across the lush green […]

Easter egg hunt

Child's hand picking up a red Easter egg from green grass with a blue basket containing colourful eggs nearby, illustrating Hurst Park's upcoming community Easter Egg Hunt event.

A date to put in your diary! Charlotte is organising an Easter Egg Hunt. This will be great fun; you might even allow the adults to help you if they behave themselves. Our younger Easter egg hunters have to find six different coloured golf tees to claim their egg. The older hunters need to solve […]