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In a statement on Epsom and Ewell Beat, the force confirmed that a collision had taken place outside Blacks Burgers yesterday (July 5) at around 5pm. Road closures were put in place on Waterloo Road, at the junction with Station Approach as well as Horsley Close, and the junction on Station Approach with West Hill. A photo taken by an eyewitness appears to show a car having collided with the side of the building, with cordons in place and a fire engine at the scene. In a statement on Instagram, Blacks Burgers confirmed that the Epsom branch would be closed…

A yellow weather warning is in place today (July 6) until 7pm for thunderstorms across large parts of London and Kent. Today thunderstorms are expected in the south west of England spreading eastwards throughout the morning. Met Office has warned that thunderstorms could also bring outbreaks of heavy rainfall of up to 25mm, with some areas experiencing up to 60mm of rainfall during repeated thunderstorms. In London, rainfall is expected to arrive by lunchtime, turning heavy and thundery at around 1pm, before easing gradually by 4pm today with temperatures at a balmy 25 degrees. The weather will remain cloudy throughout…

The average house price in Sutton is £463,834, according to data from HM Land Registry and Property Solvers. Since 2020, the average property price increased by £62,096 (15.04 per cent) and rose by £12,442 (2.69%) in the last 12 months. In 2024, there were 562 residential property sales, a decrease of 219 transactions (-38.97%) compared to 2023. Most sales (153) occurred in the £240,000 to £342,000 price range, followed closely by 110 sales in the £342,000 to £444,000 bracket. Excluding sales that fell through, properties are spending an average of 77 days on the market from listing to completion. Additionally,…

Free parking at a Bromley car park will soon be scrapped. The London Borough of Bromley has announced changes to the charges at Crown Lane Car Park. From July 21, there will be parking fees at the car park, which currently has free parking. Charges will apply between 7.30am and 6.30pm. For up to one hour, there will be a charge of 60p, for one to two hours £1.20, for two to three hours £1.80, and for three to four hours £2.40. For parking longer than four hours, there will be a £3 charge. Residents can purchase season tickets for…

While many Londoners act like they know all there is to know about the Tube, you might be surprised by one small detail. Among the many stations and platforms along the Tube, there are a handful that have become abandoned and are stuck in time. Including platforms at Charing Cross that have been closed to the public since 1999. @uktoday_ Ever wanted to go behind the scenes of the London Underground? This is what goes on behind doors at Baker Street Station. #londonunderground #london #traveltiktok #tube ♬ Spooky, quiet, scary atmosphere piano songs – Skittlegirl Sound The abandoned Tube platforms at Charing…

Wilko: Love and Death and Rock ‘n’ Roll will run until July 27 at Leicester Square Theatre, with a portion of profits supporting the Teenage Cancer Trust (TCT). Written by playwright Jonathan Maitland, the play celebrates the life of Wilko Johnson, the late musician and co-founder of Dr Feelgood. Wilko blends live music and memoir to celebrate punk icon’s life (Image: Nick Haeffner) Mr Maitland said: “We are delighted to be supporting Teenage Cancer Trust as it was Wilko’s favourite charity and does wonderful work. “The subject matter of the play couldn’t be more relevant. “Despite its serious themes, our audiences…

London Fire Brigade was called at around 6:36am to the scene of a fire at a single-storey warehouse on Imperial Way. 12 fire engines and around 80 firefighters have been despatched to the scene, with crews from Croydon, Purley, Norbury and Mitcham. The brigade warned people to “avoid the area” where possible, with the fire expected to be ongoing for “several hours”. As a result of the incident Imperial Way is closed, which could result in travel delays. The cause of the fire is currently unknown. Source link

The event, taking place on August 10, will feature a packed line-up of live performances including So Solid Crew’s Romeo and Lisa Maffia, DJ Luck and MC Neat, General Levy, Charlotte Devaney, Nicky Blackmarket, Phantasy and Shabba D. DJ Archie, who holds the title of the world’s youngest DJ, is also set to perform. Alongside the music, there will be free funfair rides, inflatables, games, face painting, glitter art and arts and crafts with Scola and Lyra. A street food area and fully licensed bar will be available for adults, while the event will also include a special effects show.…

During the trial, in which Worden was cleared of murder, the jury heard that he walked away boasting to a group of girls: “I just smashed someone up – look at my knuckles.” Worden has now been jailed for three years and four months after he sent sexual Facebook messages to girls he believed to be aged 13 and 14, but were actually ‘decoy’ accounts run by paedophile hunters.  Despite being told their ages, Worden went on to send sexual messages to both and to the ’14-year-old’ he sent sexual videos of himself, encouraged her to masturbate, said he’d like to have sex with…

This comes after they were ordained as deacons in services at St Paul’s Cathedral, St Andrew’s Holborn, and St James’s Clerkenwell. The deacons will now begin their ministry across 38 churches within the diocese. The office of deacon is an important step on the path to becoming a priest, after two to three years of study and preparation. Ordinands at St Paul’s (Image: Graham Lacdao) The new deacons will support their communities through leading worship, teaching, and pastoral care. The Bishop of London, the Rt Hon Rt Revd Dame Sarah Mullaly, said: “It is always deeply encouraging to witness a…