Shepperton is buzzing with events and community news this week, from festive markets to local sports and important planning consultations.

Christmas Market by the Lock

On Saturday 14th November, from 10am to 4pm, The Courtyard at Ferry Point, Ferry Lane, Shepperton, will host a Christmas market. Visitors can step out the back of The Ferry Coffee Shop and browse stalls featuring local makers offering gifts, jewellery, homeware, food and drink, dog treats, and an independent brewery. Coffee lovers can grab a cup on arrival. The market will return again on Saturday 5th December.

Sheppertonians FC County Cup Tie

Sheppertonians FC continue their unbeaten run this season with six wins and a draw from seven games. They currently sit fourth in the Guildford & Woking Alliance League’s Youth to Adult Transition Division, just one point off the top with a game in hand.

The team faces a home cup tie against Reigate Priory B in the Surrey FA Saturday Lower Junior County Cup on Saturday 14th November at 1.30pm at Bishop Duppas Park, Walton Bridge Road, Shepperton. Supporters are encouraged to come and cheer on the local lads.

Other Local Events

• Sunday 15th November, 3pm: Spelthorne Orchestra Fundraising Concert at St Erconwald’s Church, Esher Avenue, Walton-on-Thames. The concert features Mozart’s 40th Symphony and other works, with cellist Sarah Higgs and Trio Carina. Tickets are £10 per adult, children free, available on the door. Proceeds support the church restoration fund and parish pilgrimage to Lourdes.
• Thursday 19th November, 5-7pm: Shepperton Business Connect at The Ferry Coffee Shop, Shepperton Lock. A relaxed networking event for local business owners, co-hosted by The Sheppertonian and nikibakes. Free to attend with no pitches or pressure.
• Friday 20th November, 7-10pm: Mayor’s Charity Disco Evening at The Greeno Centre, Glebeland Gardens, Shepperton. Tickets cost £10, with attendees encouraged to bring their own nibbles and drinks. All proceeds support the Mayor of Spelthorne’s charities.

Local News and Community Updates

The Sheppertonian is now the official digital partner of Shepperton Residents’ Association, providing monthly emails and quarterly bulletins on local meetings, planning, and High Street news. The first edition will be released on Tuesday 17th November.

Remembrance Sunday was observed at the Shepperton War Memorial with a short service and two-minute silence at 11am.

In planning news, a developer has applied to build 158 homes on Green Belt land east of Vicarage Road in Sunbury, next to Kenyngton Manor Primary School. Half of the homes would be affordable. The council’s consultation runs until Thursday 26th November. Most residents and environmental agencies have objected to the plans.

Additionally, there is no decision date yet for the proposed 507 homes on Sunbury Golf Club land. The consultation also runs until 26th November, with a decision expected by 1st January. Over 650 comments have been submitted so far.

Community Groups Spotlight

This week’s featured group is the Sea Cadets (Sunbury & Walton), a nautical youth group for ages 10 to 18. They parade on Tuesday and Friday evenings at their base on Penny Lane by Walton Bridge. Activities include rowing, kayaking, sailing, camping, adventurous activities, boating, Duke of Edinburgh Award, NVQs, and more.

Support Local Businesses and Stay Connected

The Sheppertonian Business Club supports local businesses such as Guardian Angel Carers, The Ferry Coffee Shop, Meon Media, and Island Motors. Local businesses can add free listings to the directory.

For those running small businesses, Meon Media offers flexible support services including inbox and diary management, client communication, invoicing, and day-to-day admin tailored to individual needs.

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Source: The Sheppertonian