Merstham Community Directory
SERVICES ON YOUR DOORSTEP LOCAL FUNDS FOR YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
TravelTravel SMART in Redhill/Reigate is a new initiative designed to provideid local l l people l with ith more travel t l choices h i and d hhelp l ththem cut t carbon, calories and cost. It aims to make it easier for people to travel and/or reduce the need to travel by bringing services into local communities.
As part of the initiative’s funding has been allocated to Merstham, local community groups and organisations can apply for money to develop projects which they believe will improve access to travel in the local area. Everyone in Merstham will then get the chance to vote for the projects they think will bring most benefit to the area. Local people know their area best, and this project puts them right at the heart of decision making.
What’s available? Groups can apply to the Small Community Grant Fund for projects up to £3,000 or the Merstham Fund for projects up to £10,000.
Projects must either make it easier for people to travel or bring services into the community, reducing the need to travel. In addition, projects need to achieve at least one of the following objectives: O Help people make better travel choices and improve accessibility. OImprove people’s access to jobs/skills. OEncourage people to live healthier lifestyles.
Who decides? Local residents will decide which projects will receive funding at a community event. Each group submitting an application will be asked to make a short presentation to gain support for their project. Residents will have the opportunity to vote for the projects and schemes they’d like to receive funding at the event. Funding will be allocated to the projects with the highest scores until the funding has run out. Results will be announced on the day. Contents
1. Children and young people 2
Pre-school 2 Day care providers 2 Pre-school services 3
Primary, secondary and sixth form education 4
Other services for children and young people 6
2. Health and wellbeing 7
NHS/medical services 7 Healthy lifestyle 8 Smoking, alcohol and drug services 8 Wellbeing and care services 9 Debt and fi nancial advice 12 Places of worship 15
3. Sports and fi tness 16
4. Community and social clubs 18
5. Jobs and training 19
Employment services 19 Employment agencies 20
6. Housing and environment 21
Community venues 21 Housing and council services 22 Residents’ associations 23 Councillors 24
7. Safer and stronger 25
8. Transport and environment 26 1 Children and Young People
Pre-school - day care providers
The Red Oak Sure Start Children’s Centre - pre-school High quality, affordable and fl exible pre-school for children aged 3 to 5 years. Radstock Way, Merstham RH1 3NH 01737 645908 [email protected] www.theredoak.org.uk
First Steps Nursery Day nursery for 0 to 5 years, open Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm 18 Albury Road, Merstham RH1 3LS 01737 215136 www.fi rststepsnursery.com
Gemini Day Care Day nursery, 0 to 5 years, open Monday to Friday, 8am-6pm 1 Bletchingley Road, Merstham RH1 3HT 01737 643396
Furzefi eld Nursery Nursery for 3 to 4 years, open Monday to Friday, 8.40-11.40am and 12.20- 3.20pm (term-times). Furzefi eld Primary School, Delabole Road, Merstham RH1 3PA 01737 642842 info@furzefi eld.surrey.sch.uk www.furzefi eld.surrey.sch.uk
2 Pre-school services
The Red Oak Sure Start Children’s Centre A ‘one stop shop’ providing advice, information, family support, courses, clinics and drop-in activities, open and available for all families from pregnancy through to primary school. Radstock Way, Merstham RH1 3NH 01737 645908 [email protected] www.theredoak.org.uk
Jelly Beans Playgroup Playgroup for 2 to 5 years, open Monday to Friday, 9.30am-12pm (term- time mornings) held at the Epiphany Hall. 01737 642419 / 642416 [email protected]
Sparklers Toddler group for children under 5, Wednesdays, 9.30am-11.30am (term- times) held at Canada Hall. Parents and carers welcome. 01737 212974 [email protected]
Jo Jingles Music, singing and movement classes for babies and children aged 3 months to 5 years. Held at Canada Hall every Thursday morning from 9.45am, see website for other local borough venues. 01883 712881/724800 headoffi [email protected] east-surrey-and-east-grinstead.jojingles.com
Little Kickers Toddler football programme on Mondays from 3.45pm and 4.30pm at Merstham Village Hall. Mighty Kickers for kids aged 3 to 5 years and Mega Kickers for kids aged 5 to 7 years. 01737 300624 [email protected] www.littlekickers.co.uk 3 Rhymetimes Music and rhymes for pre-school children. Tuesdays, 10.30am-11am and Fridays, 2.45pm-3.15pm at Merstham Library.
Toy Library Toy and play equipment hire for local families. (Please bring two forms of ID to prove your address.) Tuesdays, 10am-12.30pm and Fridays, 2.30pm-3.45pm at Merstham Library 01737 780884
Merstham Community Playlink Offers a twice a week drop-in for parents/carers with children 0 to 5 years at The Merstham Centre. 01737 780884 www.welcare.org [email protected] or [email protected]
Primary, secondary and sixth form education
Furzefi eld Primary Community School (3 to 11 years) Delabole Road, Merstham RH1 3PA 01737 642842 www.furzefi eld.surrey.sch.uk
Merstham Primary School (3 to 11 years) London Road South, Merstham RH1 3AZ 01737 643978 www.merstham.surrey.sch.uk
The Warwick School (11 to 16 years) Noke Drive, Redhill RH1 4AD 01737 764356 www.warwick.surrey.sch.uk
4 Reigate School (11 to 16 years) Pendleton Road, Reigate RH2 7NT 01737 243166 www.reigate-school.surrey.sch.uk
St Bede’s School (11 to 18 years) Carlton Road, Redhill RH1 2LQ 01737 212108 www.st-bedes.surrey.sch.uk
Royal Alexandra and Albert School (7 to 18 years) A state boarding school. Gatton Park, Reigate RH2 OTD 01737 649000 www.raa-school.co.uk
Woodfi eld School (11 to 16 years) School for pupils with moderate learning and associated diffi culties. Sunstone Grove, Merstham RH1 3PR 01737 642623 www.woodfi eld.surrey.sch.uk
St Nicholas Boys (10 to 15 years) Special day/boarding school for boys who have social, emotional and/or behavioural diffi culties. Taynton Drive, Merstham RH1 3PU 01737 215488 www.st-nicholas-school.org.uk
Reigate College (16 to 19 years) Castlefi eld Road, Reigate RH2 0SD 01737 221118 www.reigate.ac.uk
5 Other services for children and young people
Time-4 Time-4 is a community based project working with young people aged 11 to 25 in Merstham residential area. Merstham Baptist Church/Portland House 07793 462985 [email protected] www.time-4.co.uk
Girlguiding Rainbows (5 to 6 years), Brownies (7 to 10 years), Guides (10 to14 years), Rangers (14 to 25 years) and adult volunteering for over 18 years. www.girlguidingsurreyeast.org.uk 01737 213194 (Kathy Hylott) [email protected]
Scouting Beavers (6 to 8 years), Cubs (8 to 10½ years), Scouts (10½ to 14 years) & Explorers (14 to 18 years). 01737 212857 (Pete) [email protected] www1.freewebs.com/5threigatescoutgroup/
TS Ambuscade Youth organisation, developing young people through nautical based training (e.g. team building activities, seamanship skills, rifl e shooting, marching band) held at Merstham Village Hall. Lisa 07547 407596 or Lyn 07432 332486 www.ntc.org.uk/ambuscade
Heads Together Counselling service for young people aged 14-24 years held at Hillbrook House. 01737 378481 [email protected] www.ymcaredhill.com
6 2 Health and Wellbeing
If you need to contact the Police, Fire Service or Ambulance Service in an emergency, dial 999.
NHS/medical services
The Moat House Surgery Worsted Green, Merstham RH1 3PN 01737 642207 www.themoathousesurgery.co.uk
NHS Direct Confi dential health advice and information 24/7. 0845 4647 www.nhs.uk
East Surrey Hospital Major NHS hospital including 24/7 accident and emergency department. Canada Avenue, Redhill RH1 5RH 01737 647922 www.surreyandsussex.nhs.uk
NHS Surrey - Contraception and Sexual Health Provides up-to-date information on local contraception and sexual health services. 0900 292030 review.surreyhealth.nhs.uk/getting-help/sexual-health/
Grover & Marsden Dental Surgery (NHS) 31 Nutfi eld Road, Merstham RH1 3EN 01737 642066
7 Healthy lifestyle
Change4Life Healthy eating tips and recipes, and fun ways to exercise. www.nhs.uk/change4life
HENRY (Health, Exercise, Nutrition for the Really Young) A parenting course for families at risk of obesity. For your local course contact The Children’s Centre. 01737 645908 [email protected] www.henry.org.uk / 2012.theredoak.org.uk
Smoking, alcohol and drug services
Alcoholics Anonymous Mondays 8pm at The Epiphany Church. 08457 697 555 www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Surrey Drug and Alcohol Care Help and support for anyone concerned about the problems drug and alcohol use causes. 0808 8025000 [email protected] www.surreydrugcare.org.uk
Catch 22 Offers a range of support for young people aged 11 to 21 who have problems with drugs or alcohol. 0800 622 6662 [email protected] www.catch-22.org.uk
8 Smokefree Free, friendly and professional support to help you stop smoking at The Moat House Surgery every Tuesday. 0845 6023608 www.smokefree.nhs.uk / www.surreyquit.net or contact your local stop smoking advisor Tracey Burrows for advice on 01737 645217.
Wellbeing and care services
East Surrey Mediation Mediation helps people in dispute to reach an agreement that suits them all. 01737 248559 [email protected] www.escm.org.uk
First Steps NHS-led service that offers friendly advice and information on mental health and emotional issues to the public and employers. 0808 8010325 fi [email protected] www.fi rststeps-surrey.nhs.uk
Holistic Harmony Offer a range of activities including craft groups, low cost complimentary therapies and work related training. Also run a second hand clothes shop. 28 Portland Drive, Merstham RH1 3HY 01737 668373
Richmond Fellowship - Art Matters Supporting people with mental health problems through a range of activities, including art and IT classes. 01737 771282/766212 Various addresses - see website www.richmondfellowship.org.uk
9 Action for Carers Support for people caring for someone with a disability or long term illness. 01483 302748 [email protected] www.actionforcarers.org.uk / www.carersnet.org.uk
Surrey Young Carers Support for young people caring for someone with a disability or long term illness. 01737 248111 [email protected] www.surrey-youngcarers.org.uk
East Surrey Carers Support Association Support and advice for carers in East Surrey. 78a High Street, Bletchingley RH1 4PA 01883 745057 (24hr line) [email protected] www.escsa.org.uk
Age Concern / Age UK Charity that promotes the wellbeing of all local older people (over 55 years) and helps to make life a fuller and enjoyable experience. IT/Internet classes are held on Tuesdays, 1.30pm-3.30pm and Thursdays, 2pm-4pm at the Merstham Centre. 01737 645636 www.ageconcernmrr.org.uk
Merstham Neighbours Volunteering service offering assistance to residents in the Merstham area. Can provide help with transport, form fi lling, collecting prescriptions, shopping and providing company. (Volunteers welcome). 07733 555 316 www.merstham-neighbours.com
10 Portland House Assisted housing in Merstham that provides a range of services/activities open to its residents and older people in the wider community. Activities include coffee mornings, bingo, arts and crafts and help with your shopping. Portland Drive, Merstham RH1 3HX 01737 643624 www.ravenht.org.uk
East Surrey Dial-a-Ride Transport service for members to places such as hospital appointments, shops and visiting family and friends. All services use 12-seater wheelchair accessible minibuses. Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (exc. Bank Holidays) Booking 01883 349001 Membership 01883 346547 [email protected] www.surreycommunity.info/esdar
Epiphany Project Provides social activities for excluded and disabled people. Epiphany Hall, Mansfi eld Drive, Merstham RH1 3JP 01737 643755 www.citizensadvice.org.uk
YMCA Reigate and Redhill YMCA is a charity providing services to support all local people, regardless of age and ability. YMCA helps with housing and homelessness, sport and fi tness, disability, youth activities and counselling and children’s services, with a particular focus towards those who are vulnerable and disadvantaged. Princes Road, Redhill RH1 6JJ 01737 779979 [email protected] www.ymcaredhill.com
11 Homestart Supports parents in diffi culty by providing support, friendship and practical experience. 01737 770220 www.home-start.org.uk
Volunteer Centre Reigate & Banstead Providing access to local volunteering opportunities and support for those who wish to volunteer. 01737 762115 [email protected] www.reigateandbansteadvolunteercentre.org
Debt and Financial Advice
Community Debt Advice A free, confi dential service to anyone in the Reigate and Redhill area who needs help with their debts. 40-44 Church Street, Reigate RH2 OAJ 01737 217308 [email protected] www.communitydebtadvice.co.uk
Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) Advice on welfare benefi ts, debt, employment, housing and many other issues. Held on Tuesdays from 2.30pm to 5.30pm, by appointment only at the Merstham Library. 01737 775491 Advice 08444 111444
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Places of Worship
All Saints Church (C of E) 01737 642722
Church of the Epiphany, St Andrew’s & St Katherine’s (C of E) 01737 643755
Merstham Baptist Church 01737 822317
St Teresa’s (Catholic) 01737 761017
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YMCA YMCA Reigate & Redhill gives the opportunity to all ages and abilities in participating in exercise. The organisation provides affordable access for sports and exercise such as studio classes, team sports and a fi tness gym. The YMCA also provides exercise rehabilitation referrals or physiotherapy to those with a serious heath condition, a disability or the elderly. Creche sessions run weekly on Monday to Friday, 9.15-11.15am for an affordable price. Princes Road, Redhill RH1 6JJ 01737 779979 [email protected] www.ymcaredhill.com
Merstham Football Club Football for all ages and abilities. Moatside, Weldon Way, Merstham RH1 3QB 01737 644046 www.youth.mersthamfc.co.uk and www.mersthamfc.co.uk
Merstham Cricket Club The Pavilion, Quality Street, Merstham RH1 3BB 07775 912081 (Simon Hammond) www.mersthamcc.co.uk
Active Surrey www.activesurrey.com/activity-fi nder
Action for Life Healthy Walks Free guided walk around Merstham nature reserves to get healthy, explore the local area and learn more about the nature in your area. Every fi rst and third Tuesday of the month at 1.30pm, meet at the Merstham Community Facility. 01737 645217 www.actionforlife.org.uk
16 Aqua Sports Water sports centre running courses for children and adults in dingy sailing, windsurfi ng and canoeing. All abilities welcome and all necessary equipment is provided. Mercers Country Park, Nutfi eld Marsh Road, Merstham RH1 4EU 01737 644288 [email protected] www.aquasports.co.uk
Nicki Posland School of Dance Disco, freestyle and more. All ages and levels are welcome. Classes held Tuesday and Wednesday nights at Merstham Village Hall, 6-6.30pm and 6.45-7.30pm. 07887 930131
Zumba Fitness Latin dance and fi tness programme held on Mondays, 10am-11am and Wednesdays, 8.30pm-9.15pm at the Merstham Village Hall. 07801 703264 (Joanne Cooper) www.zumba.com
Zumbanix Aerobics/Cheerobics on Mondays, 7.45-8.45pm and Zumba on Tuesdays, 7.30-8.30pm and Saturdays, 10.15-11.15am held at Furzefi eld School. Zumbatomic children’s parties are also available. 077901 685570 (Nikki Lochtie) [email protected] www.zumbanix.xo.uk
Pilates Pilates held at Canada Hall for regular sessions on Mondays, 9.20am, 10.30am and 11.45am and Thursdays, 6.45pm and 8pm. 07722 644683 (Steph Anderson)
Battlebridge Amateur Boxing Club & Sports Facility Junior Boxers: 10-16 years Monday and Friday, 5pm-6.15pm Carded Senior Boxers: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 6.30pm-7.45pm Senior Beginners and Recreational Boxers: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6pm-7pm Club and Support Facility, Frenches Road, Redhill RH1 6AA 01737 644624 [email protected] www.battlebridgeclub.co.uk 17 4 Community & Social Clubs
Church Hill Bridge Club Duplicate bridge on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm and Friday mornings at 10am. Visitors and new members welcome. Church Hall, Merstham RH1 3BJ 01737 832791 / 01737 221632 [email protected] www.bridgewebs.com/churchhill
The Royal British Legion Meet on the fi rst Wednesday of each month at Merstham Football Club. Ex- service personnel and associate members welcome. 01372 377492 / 01737 642949 (Ted Hickman)
Women’s Institute The WI provides women with the opportunity to build new skills, take part in a wide variety of activities and to campaign on issues that matter to them and their communities. Merstham WI is held on the second Thursday of each month at 2.30pm at Merstham Village Hall (07707 058188). Canada Hall WI is held on the second Monday of each month at 8pm at Canada Hall. 0207 73719300 www.thewi.org.uk
Merstham Horticultural Society Horticultural talks, events and outings of interest. Meet on the fi rst Monday of each month (8pm-10pm) at Canada Hall. 01737 210609 [email protected] www.surreycommunity.info/mersthamhc
Merstham Society A selection of performances and talks, with a different show held each month from October to April. The December meeting will be held in Merstham Village Hall, all the others will be held in the Merstham Baptist Church. 01737 644472 [email protected]
Knit and Natter A group for anyone who enjoys knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. On Fridays, 10am-12pm, held at Merstham Community Facility. 01737 645217 www.mcft.org.uk 18 5 Jobs and Training
Employment services
Merstham Community Facility Trust Regular free courses including languages and ICT, free ICT user support and internet access, Mondays and Wednesdays, 10am - 1pm. Job club for support in looking for a new job, Mondays and Wednesdays, 10am - 1pm. 44 Portland Drive, Merstham RH1 3HY 01737 645217 (Tracy) [email protected] www.mcft.org.uk
Merstham Library Internet access and lending library. Opening hours: Monday: 2.30pm-5pm Friday: 2.30pm-5pm Tuesday: 10am-6pm Saturday: 10am-1pm Wednesday: CLOSED Sunday: CLOSED Thursday: 2.30pm-5pm Weldon Way, Merstham RH1 3QB 0300 2001001 www.surreycc.gov.uk
East Surrey College Gatton Point, London Road, Redhill RH1 2JX 01737 772611 www.esc.ac.uk
Kickstart 26 week Level 1 course aimed at 16 to 18 year olds who are looking to improve their route to employment or apprenticeship held at East Surrey College. 01737 788444 www.esc.ac.uk
19 Employment Support Retraining Agency (ESRA Surrey) Provides support to people with psychological problems such as stress, anxiety and depression. Help with fi nding a job or staying in employment. Second Floor, Rawlinson House, 9 London Road, Redhill, RH1 1LY 01737 772115 www.esrasurrey.co.uk
Employment agencies
Job Centre Plus Help in searching for a job, volunteering or work experience, either online or with an adviser in the Job Centre. 15 London Road, Redhill RH1 1BG 0845 6043719 jobseekers.direct.gov.uk
Reed Employment Services Job vacancies advertised online and in store on behalf of employers and recruitment agencies. 27 Station Road, Redhill RH1 1QH 01737 859300 www.reed.co.uk
Spring Personnel Offers advice on the current job market and how best to utilise skills and experience. 4A High Street, Reigate RH2 9AY 01737 222536 www.springpersonnel.com
20 6 Housing and Environment
Community venues
The following venues are available for occasional hire:
Canada Hall Holds up to 60. Wheelchair access. No disabled toilet. Battlebridge Lane, Merstham RH1 3LH 01737 210609
Epiphany Hall Holds up to 200. Wheelchair access and disabled toilet. Mansfi eld Drive, Merstham RH1 3JP 01737 642628
Merstham Community Facility Main hall - 30 seats, fully equipped IT suite, tea/coffee making facilities, level access and wheelchair accessible toilets. 44 Portland Drive, Merstham RH1 3HY Open Monday to Thursday 10am - 3pm 01737 645217 (Tracey Burrows) [email protected] www.mcft.org.uk
Merstham Youth Centre Up to 120 people, wheelchair access and disabled toilet. Theatre groups welcome. Oakley 211a, Radstock Way, Merstham RH1 3NT 01737 642019 [email protected]
St Katharine's Church Room Up to 50 people; wheelchair access. Church Hill, Merstham RH1 3BJ 01737 642628
21 St Nicholas School Large school hall with stage, classrooms, football pitches, swimming pool and changing facilities. Taynton Drive, Merstham RH1 3PU 01737 215488 www.st-nicholas-school.org.uk
The Venue Large venue hire for all occasions with a fully licensed bar, stage, pool table, darts board, sky TV and kitchen facilities. Weldon Way, Merstham RH1 3QB 07702 117712 [email protected] www.merstham.co.uk/thevenue
Housing and council services
Reigate & Banstead Borough Council RBBC is responsible for a range of borough wide services including recycling, street sweeping, cleaning graffi ti, fl y tipping, abandoned cars, leisure centres and recreation grounds, planning and building control, environmental health, council tax and car parks and enforcement. 01737 276000 [email protected] www.reigate-banstead.gov.uk
Surrey County Council SCC is responsible for a range of county-wide service including schools and learning, libraries, social welfare and highways and transport. 0345 6009009 [email protected] www.surreycc.gov.uk
Raven Housing Trust Raven is a social business that invests in homes and neighbourhoods, including Merstham. It provides affordable housing to rent and to buy, including sheltered and temporary accommodation. Raven also offers services (sometimes in partnership with other agencies) to people in housing
22 need, including support to people at risk of homelessness through their Parashoot service, benefi ts and debt advice, employment support and advice and youth services. 01737 272400 24 hour repair line 0800 289255 [email protected] www.ravenht.org.uk
Next Step Helps local people fund the deposit needed for private renting accommodation. 01737 378482 [email protected] www.housing.ymca.org.uk
Hillbrook House Gives young people aged 16 to 30 and not living in permanent accommodation somewhere to stay. Hillbrook House, 68 Brighton Road, Redhill RH1 6QT 01737 773089 [email protected] www.housing.ymca.org.uk
Residents Associations
Church Hill Residents Association Buxton, Church Hill, Merstham RH1 3BJ [email protected]
London North Merstham 188 London Road North, Merstham RH1 3BW [email protected]
Merstham Residents Association 156 Nutfi eld Road, South Merstham RH1 3HG 01737 213206
23 Portland & Purbeck Seniors Residents Associations 10 Portland Drive, Merstham RH1 3HX 07963 578 433
New Merstham Residents Association 98 Portland Drive, Merstham RH1 3JA 01737 645821 [email protected]
Portland & Purbeck Seniors Residents Associations 10 Portland Drive, Merstham RH1 3HX 07963 578 433
Rockshaw Road Residents Association Russetts, Rockshaw Road, Merstham RH1 3BZ [email protected]
Councillors
Borough Councillors Cllr Mark Brunt 01737 212073 [email protected]
Cllr Graeme Crome [email protected]
Cllr Frank Kelly 07919 9611795 [email protected]
County Councillor Surrey County Cllr Zully Grant-Duff 01737 221760 [email protected]
24 7 Safer and Stronger
If you need to contact the Police, Fire Service or Ambulance Service in an emergency, dial 999.
Surrey Police For all non-emergency matters telephone 101 Reigate Police Station, 79 Reigate Road, Reigate RH2 0RY www.surrey.police.uk
Victim Support A national charity giving free and confi dential help to victims of crime, witnesses, their family and anyone else effected. 01737 789783 / 0845 3030900 www.victimsupport.org
Social Services The Assessment Teams offer social care services for vulnerable children in Surrey and their families. Anyone with concerns for a child should report their concern to their local Assessment Team. South East Surrey Assessment Team 01737 737377 Emergency Duty Team (out of hours) 01483 517898
East Surrey Domestic Abuse Services A confi dential listening service on the phone or face-to-face to discuss any concerns and help think through available options. 01737 771350 [email protected] www.esdas.org.uk
Crimestoppers Call anonymously with information about a crime or fi ll out a form online. 0800 555111 www.crimestoppers-uk.org
25 8 Transport and Environment
Traveline Public transport information. 0871 2002233 www.traveline.info
Metrobus Information on local buses including the 430, 435 and 540 that serve Merstham. www.metrobus.co.uk
National Rail Enquiries www.nationalrail.co.uk 0845 7484950
Surrey Wildlife Trust 01483 795440 www.surreywildlifetrust.org
National Trust 0844 8001895 [email protected] www.nationaltrust.org.uk
If you would like your activity or service to be included in the next Merstham Directory, please contact [email protected]
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