The Sheppertonian Weekly: 29th October-4th November
Halloween weekend sorted, from a children’s disco to bulb planting in Walton. Plus fireworks, the West Surrey Council survey and a Gold in Bloom win for Spelthorne.
Hello Sheppertonian 👋
Welcome to The Sheppertonian Weekly. Here are the top picks for what’s happening in and around Shepperton in the next week. Visit the Events page on the website for the full listings.
🗓️ What's On
🎷 Friday 30th October, from 7.30pm
Runnymede Jazz Club: Tim Eyles Jazz.
The Addlestone Centre, Garfield Road, Addlestone. An evening of jazz, swing and gospel, from New Orleans to the Great American Song Book. Tickets £14 on Ticketsource, by phone on 01784 441694, or on the door.
🎃 Saturday 31st October, from 4.30pm
Children's Halloween Disco.
7th Ashford Scout Hut, 26 Ashford Road. From the Charlton Village Residents Association: spooky music and dancing, games and a costume competition. £3 per child, with a drink and goodie bag included. No need to book, just turn up. Children must be supervised at all times.
🌷 Saturday 31st October, 12-4pm
Bulb planting with Walton Greening.
New Zealand Avenue, Walton-on-Thames. Join the community group for an afternoon of planting spring bulbs. Drop in for as long as you like.
Looking for great coffee in Shepperton? The Ferry Coffee Shop is a much-loved riverside café near Shepperton Lock on the banks of the River Thames, serving excellent coffee, generous breakfasts and lunches, and freshly made cakes. It’s a go-to spot for relaxed meetings, weekend catch-ups, and quiet working sessions with a view of the river. Whether you’re searching for breakfast in Shepperton, a café near Shepperton Lock, or somewhere by the Thames to meet friends or clients, The Ferry Coffee Shop delivers. Next time you’re heading into the village, make it your stop by the river. Find out more at ferrycoffeeshop.com.
👀 Looking ahead
🎻 Friday 6th November
Walton Folk: Gigspanner Trio.
Riverhouse Barn, Manor Road, Walton-on-Thames. Tickets and info.
🎇 Saturday 7th November from 7pm
Shepperton Cricket Club Fireworks.
Manor Park, Shepperton. Adults £10. Tickets must be bought in advance, none on the gate.
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📗 From the directory
Each week we shine a light on one local group or service from our directories. This week it's the Shepperton Village Conservation Group.
A group of local volunteers looking after the village's green spaces and wildlife, with autumn planting under way. Vivienne Leighton also joined us on the podcast to talk about what they do and how to get involved. Listen here.
🏅 Sport
Shepperton Pumas continued their winning ways off the back of last week’s 3-0 league win, with a 4-0 win in the Middlesex Junior County Cup vs CB Hounslow & Abbots Junior Reserves. They are looking to continue their unbeaten start to the league this Saturday 31st October. Follow them on Instagram for details.
📰 News
Spelthorne council has changed leadership in an acrimonious no-confidence vote. Spelthorne district council has chosen to replace its council leader just months before the council’s abolition next spring. Read more...
Have your say on West Surrey Council. Spelthorne joins the new West Surrey Council on 1st April 2027, and residents are being invited to help shape it. The survey is open until midnight on Sunday 15th November, with drop-in events planned. Take the survey.
Gold for Spelthorne. Staines Cemetery, Sunbury Cemetery and Sunbury Walled Garden all won Gold at the South & South East in Bloom awards. Read more.
Are you new to Shepperton, or just never got round to exploring? Our guide to the village covers the river, the village, the pubs and the landmarks, everything worth knowing in one place.
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Guardian Angel Carers: Friendly, professional home care from a team on your high street.
The Ferry Coffee Shop: purveyors of fine coffee, tea and snacks, by the lock.
Meon Media: small business support.
Island Motors: family-run MOT and servicing, who will collect and return your car.
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