Some 20 years after the first Golf Estate made its debut; the all-new, sharper looking Golf Estate has now appeared on our roads. Just like the hatch, it’s based on the MQB (Modularer Querbaukasten) platform, which is shared with all the latest and
The RMT union have again called a strike on the Tubes as a response to the London Underground’s modernisation plans. Despite the recent change offering significant changes in February it seems that it still hasn't gone down too well. Tube services
Following on from the original CLS’s breakthrough concept of a sleek saloon with coupé looks, this second generation model adds a more muscular look to the svelte low-roofed profile. It’s a slippery shape, too. A raft of aerodynamic enhancements
The Youth are reaching for the stars! Or should I say the Sky! It’s no secret that the widespread Sky Corporation has an infinite amount of opportunities for the local youth. One of which includes a 11 month apprenticeship at their organization
On the 20th December 2013, William Morris Sixth Form hosted their annual Talent Show. Both students and teachers shared the stage to entertain, surprise and shock the audience. The audacious audience cheered on and clapped joyously, as the teachers
“Where do you live in Colliers Wood?” “I live near Tandem Centre and the Colliers Wood Tube station.” “Oh, do you mean near that giant, ugly tower?” Yes, near that tower is exactly where I live. Built in the 1960s, this tower has become one
New Malden’s Marco Fu is hoping to banish the memories of past Crucible failures after posting an impressive display to down Martin Gould in their World Snooker Championship first round clash. World number seven Fu, who hails from Hong Kong, wasted
Flooding occurs when a river overflows its banks. In the UK during the past winter we have had the worst floods ever! But the sun is coming out and the water is evaporating so we have a good future ahead. There are several different causes for a
‘O terque quaterque beati, quis ante ora partum Troiae sub moenibus altis contigit oppetere!’ (Oh, you who are blessed three and four times over, who happened to meet death before the faces of your fathers beneath the high walls of Troy) and ‘mene
Police have said human bones found under a driveway at a house in Purley are at least 1,200 years old. The bones were unearthed by landscape gardeners from Wallington at a house in Purley on April 14. Police investigating the discovery of the
The prominent sundial located at the heart of The Rookery, a formally landscaped garden surrounded by Streatham Common, has yet again been vandalised. In 2011, the brass gnomon was fragmented off the surface of the sundial, leaving considerable
In the world of today, cultures are becoming more and more blended, tradition now a colourful mix of the old, the new and the exotic. An event in one nation sparks a chain reaction spreading across the earth, and one concept that is certainly no exception
Valentina, the restaurant, delicatessen and wine merchant has just opened in Reigate. This makes it the sixth location of the family run business. Valentina was founded in East Sheen in 1991 where today, the Zoccola and Arcari families share
Police have charged a 23-year-old with the murder of a man stabbed to death in South Croydon. Ephraim Norman, 23, of Thornton Heath, is accused of killing a 52-year-old man on Thurday, night (April 24). The man, who has yet to be formally identified
Corinthian Casuals boss Matt Howard will sit down with his team next week to set out plans for next season in a bid to avoid a repeat of this term’s drama. An own goal and one from leading scorer Jamie Byatt gave Howard’s men a 2-0 win over champions
Miles Mantella is hoping to celebrate signing a new two-year deal with London Scottish, by becoming the Championship’s most potent try scorer. The 22-year-old former Harlequins star tops the try charts alongside Bristol’s George Watkins with team-mate
Murder detectives have charged a 15-year-old boy with the murder of a man in Roehampton. The teenager, who can not be named for legal reasons, will in appear in custody at Wimbledon Magistrates' Court later today. The boy was arrested on Thursday
Former Hampton School PE teacher Paul Farbrace has been described as a natural by his former employers. The ex-Kent and Middlesex wicketkeeper was named as new England head coach Peter Moore’s assistant this week. Farbrace, previously head
Leatherhead boss Richard Brady wants to end their Ryman Division One South on a winning note, but his focus remains on the play-offs. The Tanners host Worthing in their final league match of the season this afternoon. They are certain of a
Crystal Palace boss Tony Pulis rejected calls for him to be named manager of the season, claiming the Eagles’ Premier League survival was a team effort. When Pulis took over the reins in November, Palace were wallowing at the foot of the table.
Carshalton boxer Danny Connor has been sparring with an old foe ahead of his shot at the British Masters international gold title this evening. Last time out, the light welterweight was beaten by Tyler Goodjohn, and Connor has turned to Goodjohn
Rosslyn Park’s head Alex Codling goes into this afternoon’s do or die clash against Cinderford with one thing on his mind – Rosslyn Park. The National League One title, with promotion to the Championship, is still within Park’s grasp. However
Get ready for a close encounter of the most entertaining kind when pants loving aliens fly into Croydon. The mischievous gang have travelled to town not to go shopping or visit earthlings, but simply to steal our underwear. Do not worry though
Quins chief Conor O'Shea remained philosophical after Friday's Amlin Cup semi-final defeat to Northampton Saints left his side with only a Premiership top four berth to play for this season. A below par first half performance cost Harlequins
At the last supper, was there a 14th diner, abscured from view of Da Vinci's famous painting, beneath the table waiting for scraps? Putney author Peter Ward certainly suggest their may have been as he re-tells one of the world's most famous tales
The Croydon Heritage Festival will be returning this summer to showcase Croydon’s history and heritage. It will be taking place from June 21 to July 4. The public are invited to take part in more than 100 events, suitable for all ages.
Children have been left without a place at a primary school as the borough's education crisis begins to bite. Sutton is facing unprecedented pressure on places in schools and for the first time six children hoping to start primary school in September
A father is walking from London to Norwich to give back to the charity whose funding helped save his baby girl. Iain Innes, 36, and friend of 23 years, James Smith, 36, decided on the four-day-walk, for children’s medical research charity, Sparks
A charity celebrating its 90th birthday this year held an Easter egg hunt for children. 7-year-old Eduardo Dasilva looks happy after finding an egg Katherine Low Settlement, (KLS), in Battersea High Street, held a big egg hunt on April
A new may queen is to be crowned in Woodmansterne on a fun-packed day. Pop along to the Woodmansterne Village May Queen Fete where there will be bouncy castles, face-painting, tombola, refreshments, a raffle, rides and more to keep families entertained
A country show will be held at Morden Hall Park with stalls, animal shows and children's entertainment over the Bank Holiday weekend. The National Trust run park in Morden Road will host the annual event from Saturday, May 3 to Monday, May 5.
Green-fingered school children and good-natured residents joined forces to bring Ashtead station into bloom. Teachers and pupils from Barnett Wood Infant School, in Ashtead, helped to plant flower beds and a community herb garden for passing cooks
A DJ skills project for people with learning disabilities has proved a top hit in Wimbledon. Eight people with learning disabilities took part in the DJ skills project at a centre in All Saints Road, Wimbledon where Nick Carling from fresh track
A Rosemary Simmons housing scheme has been named one of the top specialist developments in the country. Imber Cross in Thames Ditton was placed in the top five by Inside Housing as part of its list of the top 50 affordable developments in the UK
A significant share of a multimillion pound Government grant to fix potholes should be allocated to the county, says the leader of Surrey County Council. The Government has released £168m for the Pothole Fund and is encouraging councils to pledge
Renowned Celtic band the Outside Track will bring their rich blend of traditional and contemporary Celtic folk music and dance to the Ram Club in Thames Ditton. Members of the Outside Track hail from Scotland, Ireland and Cape Breton, bringing
