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Millenium Clock

The Millenium Clock, a generous gift to the village and historically mounted on the Sports Pavilion on Godstone Green has been repeatedly targeted by vandals in recent years. During regular maintenance, the Godstone Sports Association removed the clock and have been investigating its repair. Unfortunately, the clock was damaged beyond repair and despite the communities’ best efforts to preserve this community asset over the years, it has been agreed that the clock will not be repaired or replaced.

Toilets in Godstone

With work refurbishing the public toilets in Godstone, taking place during June and July, the work will have been completed or will be completed by the end of the summer. The exterior of the toilet building, which is in Godstone Conservation Area, has been kept as it always has been, but with brand-new toilets installed inside.

Holes on Godstone Green

Given the openness of Godstone Green and accessibility to wildlife, the Council is aware that holes might appear on the Green periodically. We take every care to arrange to fill these holes where possible and as promptly as possible. Nonetheless, the Council would like to remind anyone who uses Godstone Green to take care when on the Green.

Playground & Green - Grant Updates

Work for the new path on the Green to the Playground has now commenced. Work will be funded by a successful grant application to Your Fund Surrey, Small Community Projects fund, which was supported by Surrey County Councillor Chris Farr.

The basketball hoop on the Green is showing signs of wear-and-tear and to ensure the continuity of its use for the community, we have successfully applied for and now been awarded a Gatwick Airport Community Trust grant for funds towards a new basketball hoop on Godstone Green. Along with a contribution from the Council’s budget, a contractor will replace our existing basketball hoop and post within August.

Openreach Ultrafast Full Fibre broadband network

Openreach is currently seeking support to build a full fibre broadband network. A few properties within the South Godstone area are eligible for a free government broadband voucher, available from the Government. More details are available here: Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme information - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Openreach has therefore created a scheme for the area in and around South Godstone which includes 227 properties, costing in Openreach’s contribution, with the remaining funding required from obtaining obtaining the required number of Gigabit Broadband Vouchers from the community.

If you are interested in finding out more about the scheme, check the eligibility of your property here and pledge a Gigabit voucher if eligible-- Connect My Community (openreach.com)

Surrey Rights of Way Improvement Plan

Work is beginning on a review of Surrey County Council’s Rights of Way Improvement Plan (ROWIP).

Surrey County Council (SCC) is responsible for around 2164 miles (3482 km) of public footpaths, bridleways, restricted byways and byways open to all traffic across the whole of Surrey County.

Surrey County Council’s ROWIP is an important strategic policy document, which the council is required by law to have in place. It sets out how Surrey County Council can make sure the public rights of way network meets the needs of the public, now and in the future. The process of reviewing the ROWIP, and the engagement being carried out before the new ROWIP is drafted, will help the council to better understand the needs of Surrey County residents.

A questionnaire for members of the public is available at https://www.surreysays.co.uk/environment-and-infrastructure/rowip-public

Surrey's 'Vision Zero' Road Safety Strategy 2024-2035

SCC, in conjunction with Surrey Police & National Highways, is embarking on a ‘Vision Zero’ Strategy for there to be zero fatalities or serious injuries on Surrey's roads by 2050. To work toward this 2050 vision, SCC have set a new target to reduce fatal and serious road casualties by 50% by 2035. Key highlights of the strategy include introducing 20 mph speed limits in built-up areas, road safety relating to schools and education, as well as local cycling and walking infrastructure plans. The 8.4km route of the A25 between Dorking and Reigate will also be improved at junctions with speed management measures and safer roadsides.

You can give your views on the SCC’s Road Safety Strategy and plans here: https://visionzerosurrey.commonplace.is/

Surrey County Council Asset Network for Community Groups and Charities

To make it easier for community groups to find out about funding, consultations, Surrey County Council are developing some “asset networks”. Community groups, charities, social enterprises, faith organisations etc can sign up in order to be kept in the loop about grant opportunities, consultations, opportunities to co-design etc and hope this will make it easier to collaborate with the community sector.

Common Outcomes - how are you helping Surrey residents?

Surrey County Council - Rural England Propserity Fund Grant

Grants of up to £50,000 are now available to fund projects that will have a positive impact on businesses and communities in the rural areas of Guildford, Waverley and Tandridge. Active businesses, charities and community groups in these areas can apply for up to 50% of capital costs for projects which create jobs or grow the local rural economy such as farm diversification, food and drink produce, business development, community cafés and shops. Applications can be made at www.surreycc.gov.uk/ruralprosperity.

Henry Smith Charity

Henry Smith Charity Information 2021

Further information on eligibility and how to apply for a grant from the Henry Smith Charity, if you live in Godstone, South Godstone or Blindley Heath, is available on request from Trisha Miller, Clerk to the Trustees at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Household Support Fund

Please find information on the government scheme to help ease the financial pressure from the rising cost of living. Residents with low incomes can apply for a small grant from this fund Household support fund - Tandridge District Council