Press releases

Give your views on the Godalming and Farncombe Neighbourhood Plan from 19 October

Residents and interested parties are invited to give their views on the Godalming and Farncombe Neighbourhood Plan from Friday 19 October.

Waverley hosts cream tea for local volunteers

More than 40 volunteers who deliver meals to people who need a helping hand across the borough enjoyed a thank you afternoon tea organised by Waverley Borough Council on Wednesday 10 October.

Examiner’s report approves CIL for Waverley Borough Council

A government examiner has approved Waverley Borough Council’s Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) charging schedule for developers.

Grayswood Cricket Club granted 40 year lease

A local cricket club will keep batting and bowling at the village green in Grayswood for another 40 years after Waverley Borough Council’s Executive granted a lease extension.

A fun and free spooky adventure – Xplorer Halloween Edition

The Waverley Werewolf, the Witch of Waverley and all the Ghoulish gang will once again take over Farnham Park and Broadwater Park – and this year, Snoxhall Fields in Cranleigh.

Waverley Mayor unveils memorial stone for Canadian soldiers

The Mayor of Waverley, Councillor Denise Le Gal welcomed dignitaries and servicemen from Canada and across Britain to unveil a new memorial at Milford Common to commemorate Cananadian servicemen

First residents move into new homes at Ockford Ridge

The Mayor of Waverley, Councillor Denise Le Gal marked the completion of 16 new council homes at Ockford Ridge in Godalming by cutting the ribbon at the official opening ceremony.

Court of Appeal throws out Waverley planning challenges

Two appeals challenging Waverley Borough Council’s Local Plan have been refused by a Court of Appeal judge.

Haslemere Town Council By-Election

A contested By-Election will be held on Thursday 11 October 2018 to elect two councillors for the Hindhead ward of Haslemere Town Council. Polling hours will be from 7am to 10pm.

Town Councillor vacancies for Hindhead ward

Requests have been received by the Returning Officer at Waverley Borough Council to hold a by-election to fill two vacancies for Town Councillor for the Hindhead ward of Haslemere Town Council.

We all have a favourite park and now is the time to vote for yours

Waverley Borough Council is asking residents to vote for their favourite Green Flag Award winning park to be crowned the People’s Choice winner.

Waverley Borough Council Encourages Wider Participation To Represent The Community

Waverley Borough Council has launched a campaign to encourage those who live or work in the area to consider standing as a councillor in next year's borough, town or parish council elections.

Waverley Borough Council urges residents to complete their voter registration forms

Waverley Borough Council is reminding residents they need to update or verify their details by Thursday 6 September.

#SkateWaverley Haslemere is rescheduled

After heavy showers put a dampener on Haslemere #SkateWaverley, forcing the event to be cancelled, young people are being invited to sign up for the rescheduled skate, BMX and scooter open day.

Would you stand for election?

Waverley Borough Council has started preparing for next year’s elections, as two vacancies on Haslemere Town Council have been announced for the Hindhead ward.

Council extends consultation on new dog orders

Waverley Borough Council has decided to update and extend its consultation on two proposed new orders that aim to deal with dog fouling and dog control issues in the borough.

Refresh your wardrobe for free

Do you fancy a new frock for free, no longer cherish your culottes or think it’s time to recycle your raincoat? Then get down to Waverley’s second bring and take clothing event, on Tuesday 21 August.

Secure your vote for 2019

Residents in Waverley are being urged not to miss important voter registration information in the post.

Waverley Training Services a ‘Good Provider’ and that’s official

Waverley Training Services is celebrating after receiving a ‘good’ rating from Ofsted - a huge improvement on the previous inspection in 2016.

Seven Waverley parks are recognised as some of the best in the UK

Waverley Borough Council is delighted to announce that seven of its fantastic parks and green spaces have been recognised by the Green Flag Award Scheme as some of the best in the world.

Heathland Hub at Frensham Great Pond and Common consultation event

A consultation event about proposals to build a new visitor centre at Frensham Great Pond and Common is taking place this weekend.

High Court judge rejects majority of Local Plan and Dunsfold Park challenges

Council proposes multi-million pound leisure centre improvements

Waverley Borough Council is proposing to deliver a multi-million pound investment into some of the borough’s leisure centres.

Refurbished play area is ready for summer

The children’s play area at the King George V playing fields in Dunsfold will re-open in time for the summer holidays, following an £80,000 refurbishment.

Hundreds scrutinise Local Plan Part 2

Hundreds of residents attended the consultation events on Waverley’s draft Local Plan Part 2, which ended on 9 July 2018.

Free family fun - Xplorer is back for the summer

With the summer holidays fast approaching keep your little ones entertained by going on an adventure.

Waverley aiming for more developers' funds to support infrastructure

A public examination of Waverley’s Draft Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), a tariff charged on new development to raise funds to provide infrastructure, will take place on Tuesday 17 July 2018.

Sign up for #Skatewaverley

Young people are being encouraged to sign up to this year’s #skatewaverley events that take place across the borough in August.

Council wants your views on new dog orders

Waverley Borough Council is proposing to bring in new orders to deal with dog fouling and dog control issues and wants to hear your views on its plans.