‘This book is the seasonal garnish we all need’ – Observer "My mother is not a foodie. But for as long as I can remember, once a year, she becomes possessed ...

Great White Egret (Ardea alba) I was dreaming of a white Christmas as I began scanning the skies for ducks that day in deep mid-winter. This month, on 22 ...

Elmbridge Road, early 20th century (courtesy of Michael Miller) In 1917 the Balls family lived at no. 7 Elmbridge Road. It was then known as ‘Jessamine ...

I’ve lived in Cranleigh since 1974 but I’m a London boy, born in Streatham. There was a King on the throne when I was born 67 years ago. My family lived around ...

Bonfire night is over and Christmas adverts on the TV have started. As I write this, Christmas is only 6 weeks away. Christmas light displays will be switched ...

Dreaming of a white Christmas? As Christmas approaches, we’re all dreaming about the fun we’ll have, the presents, the Christmas feasts. Let’s try sharing some ...

What would you like in your Christmas stocking this year? Is this all that you are dreaming of? Christmas is a religious event that celebrates the birth of ...

One of the top movie releases of October was Breathe, the story of a fit, healthy young man who was struck down with poliomyelitis - polio as it is more ...

Cranleigh acquired Fairtrade Village Status over 5 years ago and the steering group are again preparing to renew this prestigious status. One of the many ...

Although Winter time is a colder time of the year for gardening, it doesn’t mean that there is nothing to do. December is the start of a chance to enjoy ...