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Read about what the Walton-on-Thames Trading Alliance has been doing lately and what's going on in your town
First WoTTA Community Clean-Up of 2020
Volunteers are required for WoTTA's first Community Clean-Up of 2020.
Please meet outside the Heart Centre (opposite Boots) in the High Street at 9.45am.. After a safety briefing, we'll carry out an hour of clean-up activity before a well-earned tea/coffee courtesy of our supporters McDonalds.
Please wear appropriate clothing including gloves and bring a litter picker if you have one..
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.
Volunteers are required for WoTTA's first Community Clean-Up of 2020.
Please meet outside the Heart Centre (opposite Boots) in the High Street at 9.45am.. After a safety briefing, we'll carry out an hour of clean-up activity before a well-earned tea/coffee courtesy of our supporters McDonalds.
Please wear appropriate clothing including gloves and bring a litter picker if you have one..
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.
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Footpath Closed For A Week
Surrey County Council's contractors will be resurfacing the Church Walk, Walton-on-Thames footpath from Thursday January 23rd for a week. Work will mean closure of the path from 9am to 5pm during weekdays. Details are here. |
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Prudential Ride London - Express Your Views In This County Council Survey
The Ride London Cycle Event has passed through Surrey over an August weekend for the last few years. Surrey County Council is now seeking views from residents on whether it should continue after 2020. Residents and business owners are encouraged to complete the short survey which is open until February 16th 2020. |
Read WoTTA's Latest Newsletter - Looking Forward to 2020
News and views from WoTTA.
News and views from WoTTA.
Walton Residents - A Chance to Review Potential Changes to NHS Walk-In Services
Residents are asked for their views on possible changes to walk-in NHS services in our area. Details of changes and public meetings as well as an email address for comments are here
Residents are asked for their views on possible changes to walk-in NHS services in our area. Details of changes and public meetings as well as an email address for comments are here
WoTTA Has Installed New Totems At Walton-on-Thames Station
Passengers arriving at Walton-on-Thames railway station can now find a map and other useful information about Walton as they exit both platforms of the station. Walton on Thames Trading Alliance (WoTTA) has been responsible for arranging the installation. There are also several totems at key points in the town centre.,
Passengers arriving at Walton-on-Thames railway station can now find a map and other useful information about Walton as they exit both platforms of the station. Walton on Thames Trading Alliance (WoTTA) has been responsible for arranging the installation. There are also several totems at key points in the town centre.,
Farmers Market in Walton-on-Thames - Saturday February 1st 2020
The second Farmers Market of 2020 is just a few days away. What better reason to visit the centre of Walton-on-Thames. All the restaurants and coffee shops will be open alongside the wonderful range of retailers. Come on down!
The second Farmers Market of 2020 is just a few days away. What better reason to visit the centre of Walton-on-Thames. All the restaurants and coffee shops will be open alongside the wonderful range of retailers. Come on down!
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Walton-on-Thames - January Magazines Online
News and views and feature articles as well as details of local suppliers available online. Just click on the title. Walton Matters Your Elmbridge |
Elmbridge Civic Improvement Fund - Available to Walton Businesses
Elmbridge Borough Council is promoting its Civic Improvement Fund. Businesses can apply for help with various business growth initiatives. Details are here.:
Elmbridge Borough Council is promoting its Civic Improvement Fund. Businesses can apply for help with various business growth initiatives. Details are here.:
Elmbridge Borough - Local Plan Consultation - The Results Are In
Elmbridge Borough Council has published a summary of the responses to the recent consultation about the Local Plan.
Follow this link to explore what residents said.
At a meeting of EBC's cabinet on December 11th, a new timetable for publication of the draft plan was agreed. It will now be published in Autumn 2020. There willl be a consultation on the vision and objectives for the local plan starting in January 2020.
Elmbridge Borough Council has published a summary of the responses to the recent consultation about the Local Plan.
Follow this link to explore what residents said.
At a meeting of EBC's cabinet on December 11th, a new timetable for publication of the draft plan was agreed. It will now be published in Autumn 2020. There willl be a consultation on the vision and objectives for the local plan starting in January 2020.
Festival of Light 2019
Thank you to the thousands of people who supported out Festival of Light on Saturday November 23rd. Crowds, 10 deep in some places,braved the rain to enjoy a spectacular parade. Thank you to all the participants, stall holders and volunteers who made the day so successful.
A gallery of pictures from the day is now available.
Congratulations to Princess Alice Furniture Shop, winners of the Best Dressed Christmas window.
Thank you to the thousands of people who supported out Festival of Light on Saturday November 23rd. Crowds, 10 deep in some places,braved the rain to enjoy a spectacular parade. Thank you to all the participants, stall holders and volunteers who made the day so successful.
A gallery of pictures from the day is now available.
Congratulations to Princess Alice Furniture Shop, winners of the Best Dressed Christmas window.
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Welcome back Carpetright
9am Saturday November 23rd - the new Carpetright store is now open in Walton-on-Thames. |
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WoTTA is now a member of Surrey Chambers of Commerce
Walton-on-Thames Trading Alliance (WoTTA) is now a member of Surrey Chambers of Commerce. |
Remembrance Day - Sunday November 10th
Well over 2,000 people joined together for this special annual event. There;'s a report and pictures on our Remembrance Day 2019 page..
Well over 2,000 people joined together for this special annual event. There;'s a report and pictures on our Remembrance Day 2019 page..
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Walton Litter Pickers - Saturday November 9th
Significant result for the 'November Big Clean', Walton Litter Pickers collected 15 bags of litter from Ashley Park (behind Homebase) and many other items that are now safely disposed. All the details are here. |
Walton's High Street - New Business Now Open
Residents and local businesses have welcomed a new name to Walton's High Street. Notices posted inside the window of the former Thomas Cook agency confirm that Hays Travel has opened a Walton branch.
Residents and local businesses have welcomed a new name to Walton's High Street. Notices posted inside the window of the former Thomas Cook agency confirm that Hays Travel has opened a Walton branch.
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Let's welcome another new store in The Heart Centre
Top Gift specialising in smart phone accessories as well as fixing problems with mobiles and tablets have opened up. |
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WoTTA's Big Breakfast Event Attracted a Supportive Group
About 40 people attended WoTTA's Big Breakfast in October. Read more here. |
Welcome to Walton-on-Thames - Another New Opening
On Wednesday October 9th 2019, Surrey Homes and Gifts opened its doors to the first customers. The business is located in the Heart Centre next to Courts Pharmacy.
On Wednesday October 9th 2019, Surrey Homes and Gifts opened its doors to the first customers. The business is located in the Heart Centre next to Courts Pharmacy.
Catch Up With Summer Activities And More....
WoTTA's latest newsletter was published on October 1st. Read it here.
WoTTA's latest newsletter was published on October 1st. Read it here.
WoTTA Awarded Grant For Play Equipment
WoTTA is pleased to announce that its application for funding from Elmbridge Community Infrastructure Levy was successful. Details of our plans are here.
WoTTA is pleased to announce that its application for funding from Elmbridge Community Infrastructure Levy was successful. Details of our plans are here.
Hotel Confirmed For Walton Town Centre
The owners of the building occupied by Marks and Spencer in Church Street have announced that former offices on the upper floors which are being converted into an hotel will be a Travelodge with 72 rooms scheduled to open in mid-2020. Read more here.
The owners of the building occupied by Marks and Spencer in Church Street have announced that former offices on the upper floors which are being converted into an hotel will be a Travelodge with 72 rooms scheduled to open in mid-2020. Read more here.
Walton-in-Flower
Have you noticed changes in the appearance of High Street and Terrace Road? Our Walton-in-Flower page has all the details.
WoTTA will soon meet representatives of South Western Railway to discuss how the appearance of the station can be improved and also the management of litter in the area around the station. Details of our dream for Walton-on-Thames railway station are at the bottom of this page.
Have you noticed changes in the appearance of High Street and Terrace Road? Our Walton-in-Flower page has all the details.
WoTTA will soon meet representatives of South Western Railway to discuss how the appearance of the station can be improved and also the management of litter in the area around the station. Details of our dream for Walton-on-Thames railway station are at the bottom of this page.
Business Improvement District - Consultants Making Progress
Consultants Mosaic Partnership reported making good progress to a meeting of WoTTA's BID Task Force on Tuesday 24th September. Photographs of Walton-on Thames have been taken for inclusion in the BID Business Plan brochure. More about Walton's BID is here.
Consultants Mosaic Partnership reported making good progress to a meeting of WoTTA's BID Task Force on Tuesday 24th September. Photographs of Walton-on Thames have been taken for inclusion in the BID Business Plan brochure. More about Walton's BID is here.
Heritage Day - Saturday 21st September
Walton-on-Thames held its Heritage Day in several locations around the town. The crowds came out - a particularly popular event was the first Duckathon held at Walton Wharf. Read more and see pictures here...
Walton-on-Thames held its Heritage Day in several locations around the town. The crowds came out - a particularly popular event was the first Duckathon held at Walton Wharf. Read more and see pictures here...
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NEW SHOPS OPENING
Great to see new businesses opening in our town! These two are next door to one another on New Zealand Avenue. The Surrey Coffee Company serves a selection of beverages, wraps and sandwiches. Find them on FACEBOOK Pleats & Folds has moved from Weybridge. Jackie has 30 years experience in the business, offering made-to-measure from 5000 fabric options in the shop, with a free measure up service and 3-4 week turnaround time. They also stock ready-made curtain and blinds. Website: PLEATSANDFOLDS.COM |
ELMBRIDGE LOCAL PLAN
This plan will shape home building in the borough for the next 15 years. High numbers of new homes have been requested by Central Government and local government has to put forward a plan. The consultation period has now ended but you can still read the draft plan and various political views.. Read more....
This plan will shape home building in the borough for the next 15 years. High numbers of new homes have been requested by Central Government and local government has to put forward a plan. The consultation period has now ended but you can still read the draft plan and various political views.. Read more....
Sunday September 15th 2019 - Association of Dunkirk Little Ships
What an amazing sight and a great privilege to witness the flotilla passing up the River Thames through Walton-on-Thames on a perfect sunny Sunday afternoon. Our cameraman was at Sunbury Lock, along the towpath and at the Weir Hotel to get these pictures..
Walton Fire Station Open Day - Saturday September 14th 2019
On Saturday September 14th 2019 , many residents including families showed great interest in the work of Surrey Fire and Rescue Service when Walton Fire Station held its Open Day;.There were displays, demonstrations and activities for children. Our local firefighters provide a great deal of advice and many items of equipment were on show.
Elmbridge Council - New Street Trading Regulations
On September 1st 2019, Elmbridge Borough Council introduced new Street Trading regulations. Details are on the Council website.
On September 1st 2019, Elmbridge Borough Council introduced new Street Trading regulations. Details are on the Council website.
CIL Funding Phase 3 - Ashley Park Play Equipment
Having been successful with the previous two applications, we've now applied for significantly more money to put play equipment into our town centre park - Ashley Park! Did you know lots of residents we talk to don't even know the park is there? We're hoping this equipment - including a large wooden climbing boat near the park entrance on New Zealand Avenue - will not only give our young residents lots of fun but also help people notice the park's there! Read more...
Having been successful with the previous two applications, we've now applied for significantly more money to put play equipment into our town centre park - Ashley Park! Did you know lots of residents we talk to don't even know the park is there? We're hoping this equipment - including a large wooden climbing boat near the park entrance on New Zealand Avenue - will not only give our young residents lots of fun but also help people notice the park's there! Read more...
Walton Business Improvement District!
WoTTA has been working since its inception towards the possibility of a Business Improvement District in Walton-on-Thames. This would ring-fence funding for our town, enabling us to implement projects that can make a real difference. Read more...
WoTTA has been working since its inception towards the possibility of a Business Improvement District in Walton-on-Thames. This would ring-fence funding for our town, enabling us to implement projects that can make a real difference. Read more...
CIL Funding Phase 2 - Banners, Planters, Totems & Flags
WoTTA has been involved in a lengthy process to get some CIL money to enhance the town. We had to pitch our bid to local Councillors at EBC - and got all we asked for! Read more...
WoTTA has been involved in a lengthy process to get some CIL money to enhance the town. We had to pitch our bid to local Councillors at EBC - and got all we asked for! Read more...
Walton High Street
WoTTA was delighted to be invited along to the Civic Centre to meet with the EBC Local Committee and SCC Highways to represent the businesses in Walton. We discussed the current situation in regard to zebra crossings, pavements, parking and closures of the High Street. The result of the discussion was that SCC will now do a feasibility study looking at:- increasing pedestrian safety crossing the street, traffic slowing measures, and increasing the amount of short-term, on-street parking available. WoTTA would also love something in place to allow us to close the High Street for events more easily. We'll keep you updated on what happens next!
WoTTA was delighted to be invited along to the Civic Centre to meet with the EBC Local Committee and SCC Highways to represent the businesses in Walton. We discussed the current situation in regard to zebra crossings, pavements, parking and closures of the High Street. The result of the discussion was that SCC will now do a feasibility study looking at:- increasing pedestrian safety crossing the street, traffic slowing measures, and increasing the amount of short-term, on-street parking available. WoTTA would also love something in place to allow us to close the High Street for events more easily. We'll keep you updated on what happens next!
Public Space Protection Order
The PSPO came into effect in Feb 2018. It's due to end soon, unless we get an extension. Read more...
The PSPO came into effect in Feb 2018. It's due to end soon, unless we get an extension. Read more...
CIL Funding Application
WoTTA has applied for funding from EBC CIL Fund to augment the work we've already undertaken to improve the look of Walton. This would include the remaining funding needed to get flags for the High Street, already partly funded by a successful WoTTA run Crowdfunding Campaign. Read more...
WoTTA has applied for funding from EBC CIL Fund to augment the work we've already undertaken to improve the look of Walton. This would include the remaining funding needed to get flags for the High Street, already partly funded by a successful WoTTA run Crowdfunding Campaign. Read more...
Walton-in-Flower
We're launching this initiative in our town and have got some updates on what we've done so far. If you'd like to get involved, either via sponsorship or joining the group working with the flowers, get in touch.
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We're launching this initiative in our town and have got some updates on what we've done so far. If you'd like to get involved, either via sponsorship or joining the group working with the flowers, get in touch.
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Big Breakfast - Support for Your Business & the Future of Walton
Doug Perkins from Economic Development Officer at Elmbridge Borough Council and Tracey Blandford, PR & Marketing Director of WoTTA gave an interesting talk this month to a busy event held at Wagamama's.
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Doug Perkins from Economic Development Officer at Elmbridge Borough Council and Tracey Blandford, PR & Marketing Director of WoTTA gave an interesting talk this month to a busy event held at Wagamama's.
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Future of Walton
WoTTA is looking forward to the future. A future that's bright for Walton! To that end we have developed our Business Plan and are looking at ways to make Walton a destination town. Read more... |
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Street Furniture
Very proud of our new totem signposts at the junction of Bridge Street/Church Street/High Street! After a lengthy process involving successfully applying for funding from the SCC Civic Improvement Fund, they're now in place. Offering us a space for advertising Local Events, promoting our Walton Trail and a town-wide map, we think they're a fantastic addition to the town. If you'd like to advertise your event in this space when we're not using it, get IN TOUCH. |
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Walton Trail!
As we announced earlier in the year, the hard copy Walton Trail is now complete. At the printers and going into our new Totem signage when it arrives on the 24th, we hope it's a great addition to the town. The online version is now completed too, so you can find out loads of detailed information. By the way, have you taken the QUIZ yet to see how much you know about Walton??
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As we announced earlier in the year, the hard copy Walton Trail is now complete. At the printers and going into our new Totem signage when it arrives on the 24th, we hope it's a great addition to the town. The online version is now completed too, so you can find out loads of detailed information. By the way, have you taken the QUIZ yet to see how much you know about Walton??
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Chatterbus
WoTTA met with Brian Creese from Walton Charity who is managing a feasibility study to see if a Walton version of the Cobham Chatterbus would work. As part of that study, he's looking for input about what potential routes to consider. If you have any suggestions, please get in touch and pass on your thoughts.
WoTTA met with Brian Creese from Walton Charity who is managing a feasibility study to see if a Walton version of the Cobham Chatterbus would work. As part of that study, he's looking for input about what potential routes to consider. If you have any suggestions, please get in touch and pass on your thoughts.
Changes to WoTTA Committee
New Director for Marketing & PR
We are delighted to welcome Tracey Blandford - who has been working with WoTTA extensively for over a year as a volunteer on the Steering Committee - to the role of Director. She is a fabulous member of the team and works tirelessly and with great enthusiasm towards making Walton a better place to live and work. She will be officially inaugurated at the next AGM.
New Member of the WoTTA Steering Committee - Business Specialist
WoTTA are delighted to announce that Richard Meade - former Manger of Sainsburys Walton and with extensive retail experience over a long career - has joined our Steering Committee! He has assumed responsibility for developing our Business Plan and balancing the business side of our efforts for the town. He's very welcome, as up until now we have been concentrating on the community side of things - bringing back the Festival of Light, connecting with local schools, sports clubs, churches & charities, launching Walton-in-Bloom, reducing Anti-Social Behaviour, etc.
We have focused on these areas because we are all volunteers and can only work within the time-constraints and strengths that our volunteers have. Richard - with his business hat on - has come along at a time when focusing on the business side is more and more pressing with the current climate of on-line, at-home shopping putting pressure on High Streets up and down the country, including Walton. So we're delighted!
New Director for Marketing & PR
We are delighted to welcome Tracey Blandford - who has been working with WoTTA extensively for over a year as a volunteer on the Steering Committee - to the role of Director. She is a fabulous member of the team and works tirelessly and with great enthusiasm towards making Walton a better place to live and work. She will be officially inaugurated at the next AGM.
New Member of the WoTTA Steering Committee - Business Specialist
WoTTA are delighted to announce that Richard Meade - former Manger of Sainsburys Walton and with extensive retail experience over a long career - has joined our Steering Committee! He has assumed responsibility for developing our Business Plan and balancing the business side of our efforts for the town. He's very welcome, as up until now we have been concentrating on the community side of things - bringing back the Festival of Light, connecting with local schools, sports clubs, churches & charities, launching Walton-in-Bloom, reducing Anti-Social Behaviour, etc.
We have focused on these areas because we are all volunteers and can only work within the time-constraints and strengths that our volunteers have. Richard - with his business hat on - has come along at a time when focusing on the business side is more and more pressing with the current climate of on-line, at-home shopping putting pressure on High Streets up and down the country, including Walton. So we're delighted!
Crime Meeting
WoTTA organised a meeting with 30 local traders, residents and sports groups to meet with local police and our Inspector to talk about the recent increase in crime in Walton. Joanna Gordon gave a presentation painting a picture of what's happening across the town, now online along with the full report of the meeting.
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WoTTA organised a meeting with 30 local traders, residents and sports groups to meet with local police and our Inspector to talk about the recent increase in crime in Walton. Joanna Gordon gave a presentation painting a picture of what's happening across the town, now online along with the full report of the meeting.
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Weybridge Town Business Group
WoTTA MD Joanna Gordon met recently with Sharon Ferrari and Gill Eastwood of Weybridge Town Business Group - formed less than a year ago and with many similar aims to WoTTA.
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WoTTA MD Joanna Gordon met recently with Sharon Ferrari and Gill Eastwood of Weybridge Town Business Group - formed less than a year ago and with many similar aims to WoTTA.
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Opportunities for Young People in Walton
WoTTA has been working right across the spectrum of local community clubs, businesses and government organisations to try and provide opportunities to young people in our town.
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WoTTA has been working right across the spectrum of local community clubs, businesses and government organisations to try and provide opportunities to young people in our town.
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