2026-07-21T19:47:57Z https://www.ashfordwide.com/ Ashford Wide https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/classic-car-show-2026/ 2026-09-06T00:00:00Z 2026-09-06T00:00:00Z

Join Ashford Wide and Mr Bubbles at our game stall at Ashford Rotary’s Classic Car Show - the bubbles are free fun for all, but we are fundraising for Ashford’s Christmas Lights 🎄 The Ashford Classic Car Show is hosted by Ashford Rotary, with hundreds of classic and old cars and motorbikes. There will be: Hundreds of cars Fun stalls Trade stands & refreshments Licenced bar & lots more Register your vehicle To register a spot to show off your vehicle, please visit Ashford Rotary’s site . There is a minimum donation of £10 with no on-day registration.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/summer-fair/ 2026-08-31T00:00:00Z 2026-08-31T00:00:00Z

Join Ashford Wide, Boyce Care, Walk on the Wildside, Lincoln Jopp MP, Cllr Harry Boparai, and other community friends for the Ashford Summer Fair. We’re sure to have a great day with free storytelling sessions, free reptile shows, with stalls, and food to round the day off. Timings (subject to change): 📚 First storytelling session (ages 2-5): 11.30am 🦎 First reptile show (max 30 people): 12.30 - 12.50pm 🦎 Second reptile show (max 30 people): 1.10 pm - 1.30pm

https://www.ashfordwide.com/news/welcome-to-ashford-wide/ 2026-07-21T00:00:00Z 2026-07-21T00:00:00Z

We’re delighted to welcome you to the new Ashford Wide website. Our new site has been built from the ground up to be faster, easier to use, and more accessible for everyone. Whether you’re a business member, a volunteer, or simply someone who wants to know what’s happening in Ashford, you’ll find everything you need here. What’s New Events — Our events calendar now automatically shows upcoming events and archives past ones, so you’ll always see what’s coming up next. News — Our latest news is now front and centre, so you can stay up to date with everything Ashford Wide is doing. Business Directory — Find local businesses, services and organisations with our updated directory. Membership — Find out how to join Ashford Wide and the benefits of membership. Get Involved If you’re interested in getting involved with Ashford Wide, whether as a business member, a volunteer, or simply someone who wants to help make Ashford a better place, we’d love to hear from you.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/plant-swap-july/ 2026-07-04T00:00:00Z 2026-07-04T00:00:00Z

Plant Swap in the sun run by Ashford Horticultural.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/aed-locations/ 2026-06-17T00:00:00Z 2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Caution If you witness a cardiac arrest, you should call 999 immediately and the ambulance service can provide you with assistance. There are several Automated Automated External Defibrillators (AED) in Ashford designed to help in the event of someone having a cardiac arrest. They can be found at: Brownrigg Road - On the wall of The Wardle Dental Clinic Together Dental - Church Road Tesco Express - Church Road St Hilda’s Church - Next to the hall main entrance Resources St John Ambulance: How to use a defibrillator (AED) British Heart Foundation: DefibFinder Sponsor our defibrillators Ashford Wide is responsible for the defibrillator on Brownrigg Road. It’s used around five times a year, and each time it’s used part need to be replaced to make it ready for the next person in need. Help us to keep this vital community resource available for everyone by supporting us .

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/summer-fayre-apps-2026/ 2026-06-13T00:00:00Z 2026-06-13T00:00:00Z

What’s on Ashford Park Primary School are having their Summer Fayre on Saturday 13 June 2026, 1–4pm. There will be: Inflatables Games Bar & food stalls Ice Cream Raffles Outside stalls Entertainment and much more! Note This will be a cashless event.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/ashford-baroque-mozart-handel-june/ 2026-06-07T00:00:00Z 2026-06-07T00:00:00Z

An Afternoon Concert with music by Mozart & Handel including Water Music Suite in D, Charpentier, Corelli & Fasch. Programmes will be available at the door and cost just £5, with under 18s £3. Cash preferred. The concert will last about 1 hour.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/business-network-event-june/ 2026-06-03T00:00:00Z 2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Let’s connect – Discover and connect with the incredible range of businesses that make up our vibrant Ashford community. RSVP by filling out this form here .

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/reading-between-the-lines-entertainers-2026/ 2026-05-16T00:00:00Z 2026-05-16T00:00:00Z

St Hilda’s Entertainers present “Reading Between the Lines”, a farce set at Old Rectory Cottage with a hilarious set of characters is on sale now! Book for just £12 for adults and £10 for concessions. Tickets can be booked directly from St Hilda’s Entertainers .

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/residents-association-meeting-april-2026/ 2026-04-25T00:00:00Z 2026-04-25T00:00:00Z

What’s happening Ashford Residents Association will be holding their next meeting on Saturday 25 April from 10am, at Ashford Baptist Church. More information about Ashford Residents Association and how you get join in with their work can be found on their website . Agenda 10:00–10:10: Welcome, Fire Evacuation & Introductions 10:10–10:30: How to avoid becoming a scam victim 10:30–11:15: Thea Jackson Surrey Police Sergeant - Ashford Update 11:15–11:45: Surrey Fire & Rescue Service Safeguarding Team 11:45–12:00: AOB

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/brooklands-college-open-day-2026/ 2026-04-22T00:00:00Z 2026-04-22T00:00:00Z

Open Events provide a good opportunity to come and visit our campus and see our fantastic facilities. You will be able to speak to our careers team, meet our tutors and gain a good understanding of the courses we have to offer. Contact info@brooklands.ac.uk

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/st-georges-flags-2026/ 2026-04-21T00:00:00Z 2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

What’s happening Ashford Wide will be putting up flags for St George’s Day along Church Road in Ashford on 21 April from 4pm. If you see us, feel free to say hello!

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/christmas-market-2025/ 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z

Get ready to step into the festive spirit at the Ashford Wide Christmas Market! Join us on Wednesday, 3rd December 2025, for an evening full of holiday cheer, local crafts, delicious treats, and joyful entertainment. What to Expect 50+ market stalls with gifts, crafts and seasonal food & drink Live music and entertainment throughout the evening Mulled wine, hot chocolate and festive food A visit from Santa Claus Beautifully lit streets and a warm, festive atmosphere Getting There The Christmas Market takes place on Church Road, Ashford, TW15. Ashford town centre is easily accessible by train, bus, and on foot from the town’s car parks.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/remberance-sunday-2025/ 2025-11-09T00:00:00Z 2025-11-09T00:00:00Z

Join Ashford Wide for this years Remembrance Sunday parade and service on Sunday 9th November. At Ashford’s War Memorial, service people, Guides. and Scouts will be sharing in Remembrance with Ashford Wide and the people of Ashford. The parade begins at 10.45am with the service culminating at the 11th hour. Please donate generously to our Remembrance Day fund, or why not sponsor a poppy in remembrance of loved one, or with your business name or logo? All donations go to running Ashford’s Remembrance day events.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/remembrance-day/road-closures/ 2025-11-09T00:00:00Z 2026-04-06T00:00:00Z

A number of roads in Ashford town centre will be closed on Remembrance Sunday to allow the procession to take place safely. Closure times Roads will be closed from 10.30am to 11.30am. Please plan your journey accordingly and allow extra time if you are travelling through the town centre. Affected roads The following roads will be partially closed: Church Road Dudley Road Clarendon Road Fordbridge Road The map below shows the roads and where they will be closed:

https://www.ashfordwide.com/news/new-flags-for-october-2025/ 2025-10-05T00:00:00Z 2025-10-05T00:00:00Z

Keep your eyes peeled for Ashford Wide’s brand new Union Flags in Ashford highstreet

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/classic-car-show-2025/ 2025-09-07T00:00:00Z 2025-09-07T00:00:00Z

Join us for classic cars and bikes and a family fun area with rides,stalls, food and drink, and live music at Ashford Recreation Ground. There will be: Classic cars Entertainment Food & drink Live music

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/christmas-market-2024/ 2024-12-04T00:00:00Z 2024-12-04T00:00:00Z

Ashford Christmas Market returns on Wednesday 4 December 5–8pm in Church Road, Ashford. We are joined by Staines and Lammas brass band for our carol singing, and Jimmy Kent will be leading some old-time Christmassy swing tunes for you all to listen too with your mulled wine. Santa will be visiting and the grotto is free for all to visit in Ashford Library. We will also have some rides for the little ones, face painting and our Christmas bar, Christmas food and drink and Christmas music galore. That’s before you get to the all shopping stalls for gifts, decorations and treats.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/classic-car-show-2024/ 2024-09-01T00:00:00Z 2024-09-01T00:00:00Z

Join us for the Ashford Classic Car Show, with hundreds of classic and old cars and motorbikes. As well as the classic cars there will be: Entertainment Food & drink Live music Kids activities and more!

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/spring-market-2024/ 2024-03-02T00:00:00Z 2024-03-02T00:00:00Z

Looking for gifts for Mothers Day or Easter? Join us at our Spring Fair! On Saturday 3rd March 2022, 10am–2pm, come along to St Matthews Church Hall. If you’re interested in running a stall please email community@ashfordwide.com .

https://www.ashfordwide.com/about/ 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z 2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Who We Are Ashford Wide is Ashford’s main community organisation. We’re a non-profit community group running only with volunteers. We bring together residents, businesses, community groups and town events in Ashford, West Surrey (Middlesex). Working together for a better Ashford In the past there were several local groups working independently, all with different objectives, but all with the same goal. To bring something positive to Ashford whether that be in business, through community groups, or local events."

https://www.ashfordwide.com/contact/ 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z 2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Get in Touch We’d love to hear from you. Whether you have a question about membership, want to discuss an event, or simply want to know more about what we do, please get in touch. Community and events email: community@ashfordwide.com Business Membership email: business@ashfordwide.com Safeguarding email: safeguarding@ashfordwide.com Finance email: finance@ashfordwide.com Social media: find us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and updates.

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https://www.ashfordwide.com/membership/ 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z 2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Join Ashford Wide Ashford Wide Business Membership is open to businesses, organisations, and individuals who share our vision for a better Ashford. As a member, you’ll be part of a growing community of like-minded people and organisations working together to make Ashford a thriving, vibrant town. Business Member Are you looking for a way to promote your business and increase its visibility in the local area? Becoming an Ashford Wide Business Member is the perfect way to do this, all while supporting our work in the local community.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/remembrance-day/order-of-service/ 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z 2026-04-06T00:00:00Z

Remembrance Sunday Order of Service Each year on Remembrance Sunday, Ashford comes together to pay tribute to those who gave their lives in the service of their country. The service is held at the War Memorial in Ashford town centre and is led by local clergy, attended by representatives of the armed forces, local government, community organisations and members of the public. Order of Service Gathering and procession to the War Memorial Welcome and opening prayer Act of Remembrance The Last Post Two minutes’ silence Reveille Laying of wreaths Prayers National Anthem March past Download Order of Service (PDF) Getting There The War Memorial is located in the centre of town, at the junction of Church Road and Fordbridge Road. Please arrive by 10:45am to ensure the service begins promptly at 11:00am. The parade begins at approximately 10:45am.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/remembrance-day/sponsor-a-poppy/ 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z 2026-04-06T00:00:00Z

Sponsor a Poppy Each year, Ashford Wide places tens of poppies across the town centre in the lead-up to Remembrance Sunday, creating a stunning visual tribute to those who gave their lives in service of their country. You can sponsor a poppy to be displayed in the town centre as part of our annual Remembrance display. Your sponsored poppy can carry a personal dedication in memory of a loved one.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/support/ 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z 2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Support Ashford Wide Ashford Wide is a non-profit community group run by volunteers. We bring together local businesses, community groups, and town events, in Ashford. Our goal is to bring something positive to our local town. Whether that be in business, through community groups, or local events. We are working together for a better Ashford. How Your Support Helps Your support helps us to: Organise and deliver community events throughout the year Improve the look and feel of Ashford town centre Support local businesses and help them thrive Deliver safety and environmental improvement projects Keep Ashford a welcoming destination for residents and visitors Maintain the AED on Brownrigg Road Make a Donation You can support us through a one-off or regular donation via PayPal:

https://www.ashfordwide.com/town-flags/ 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z 2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Honouring Our Heritage with Pride Throughout the year, we proudly raise flags to commemorate key events that hold deep meaning for our community. Each flag represents an important moment in our shared history and reflects the values that bring us together.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/remembrance-day/virtual-poppy-wall/ 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z 2026-04-06T00:00:00Z

Virtual Poppy Wall Our Virtual Poppy Wall is a free online memorial where anyone can place a virtual poppy in memory of a loved one who served in the armed forces, or simply to pay their respects to all who gave their lives in service. Add Your Poppy To add a poppy to the Virtual Poppy Wall, please contact us with: Your name The name of the person you’d like to remember A brief message or dedication (optional) Your poppy and dedication will be added to the wall, which is displayed here on this page during the Remembrance period.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/volunteer/ 2024-01-01T00:00:00Z 2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

❮ ❯ ❮ ❯ ❮ ❯ ❮ ❯ ❮ ❯ Ashford Wide is a volunteer-driven organisation and we couldn’t do what we do without the support of our incredible volunteers. Whether you can spare a few hours at an event or want to get more deeply involved in shaping the future of Ashford, we’d love to hear from you.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/christmas-market-2023/ 2023-12-06T00:00:00Z 2023-12-06T00:00:00Z

Ashford Christmas Market returns on Wednesday 6th December 2023, from 5pm–8pm. There’ll be Balloonatic Santa’s Grotto Staines and Lammas Band Lots of stalls with gifts and decorations And our new food and drinks area! If you’re interested in running a stall please email community@ashfordwide.com .

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/classic-vehicle-rally-2023/ 2023-09-03T00:00:00Z 2023-09-03T00:00:00Z

Join us for Ashford Rotary Club’s Classic Vehicle Rally on Sunday 3rd September 2023. There’ll be: Auto jumble Trade stands Refreshments including a licenced bar And lots more! If you’re interested in registering your vehicle please visit Ashford Rotary’s website . This event is in support of Queen Elizabth’s Foundation for Disabled People, more details on their work can be found on their website

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/royal-cream-tea-2023/ 2023-05-07T00:00:00Z 2023-05-07T00:00:00Z

Join us for a cup of tea or and a scone to celebrate the King’s Coronation as a community. We’ll be at the New Town Ashford on Sunday 7th May from 11am. For more information please email us: community@ashfordwide.com .

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/jubilee-picnic-park/ 2022-06-05T00:00:00Z 2022-06-05T00:00:00Z

Ashford Wide are proud to present our Picnic in the Park, to celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee. Bring your picnic baskets, blankets and a drink (or two!) and join us in celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. What to Expect on the day: Bring Your Own Picnic Area Giant Screen Music & Dance Area Tug-O-War Food Vans Rounders Drawing/Colouring Area Gym Coaching Bouncy Castles Jerk Chicken Food Truck Bubble Wands Gaming Bus Ice Cream Van Slushies Energie Fitness – Gym Area Ashford Wide Information Stall

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/3k-park-run/ 2022-04-30T00:00:00Z 2022-04-30T00:00:00Z

Spring into action and lace up your running shoes to join the Ashford Wide 3K Fun Run! Join Ashford Wide on Saturday 30th April in their 3K Fun Run—it’s not a race it’s fun for the whole family (especially children!) To register, simply email your name, contact number and address to community@ashfordwide.com . The entry fee will be £1 for all participants. The race will be located by the football field behind Thomas Knyvett College Stanwell Road Ashford TW15 2DU.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/events/spring-craft-fair-2022/ 2022-04-02T00:00:00Z 2022-04-02T00:00:00Z

On Saturday 2nd April, we will be holding a Craft Fair filled to the brim with local artists and crafters with their awesome creations for sale! Join us in the grounds of Thomas Knyvett School from 11am—3pm. A wide variety of stalls including crafts and Facepainting. We’ll be welcoming back some of the stalls from our fantastic Christmas Fair as well some new faces. As the location is less restricted for space we do still have availability for stalls. Any interested stallholders should email: community@ashfordwide.com

https://www.ashfordwide.com/news/bp-sells-sunbury-business-centre-to-spelthorne-borough-council-for-360m/ 2019-09-29T00:00:00Z 2019-09-29T00:00:00Z

BP has sold its biggest office building in Britain to a local council for an estimated 360 million pounds, according to industry sources, and will remain in the premises as a tenant. Spelthorne Borough Council, said in a statement it had purchased the Sunbury-on-Thames facility from the British oil and gas giant as a way to boost revenue streams. It did not state the price it paid. Under the terms of the agreement, BP will remain as a tenant at the Sunbury site, where it employs around 3,000 people, leasing back the offices for a minimum period of 20 years.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/news/spelthorne-in-the-zone-oyster-for-spelthorne/ 2019-05-18T00:00:00Z 2019-05-18T00:00:00Z

With their meeting with South Western Rail in sight at the end of this month, they are still accruing evidence to prove support and intent. The petition has reached just under 200 short of 12,000 signatures and it would be advantageous to reach that figure. Please share the link below with family, friends, work colleagues and neighbours. It is not necessary that you live in Spelthorne to add your name, as we believe more people from nearby towns, more visitors and workers from outside the area, would travel by our train lines rather than use motor vehicles.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/news/another-car-has-smashed-into-a-home-in-ashford-and-its-in-the-very-same-street-just-days-later/ 2017-04-20T00:00:00Z 2017-04-20T00:00:00Z

Another car has crashed into a property in just days after a car smashed into a family home in the very same street. Both incidents happened in Feltham Road and in the latest collision, the driver piled through a wall before stopping in the house’s porch. A spokesman for fire station said: A young lad lost control and went in to the wall. Luckily, he didn’t hit the house but stopped just before in the porch. When we got there, he was complaining of neck injuries and we get him out with the help of the ambulance and put him on a stretcher and up he went. Overall, it was a good cross-border joint effort.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/news/theresa-may-has-been-told-that-she-has-enough-support-in-parliament-to-win-a-vote-on-expanding-heathrow/ 2016-10-02T00:00:00Z 2016-10-02T00:00:00Z

The big Heathrow/political story appeared in the Financial Times, the Times and the Daily Telegraph with the news that Theresa May has been told that she has enough support in Parliament to win a vote on expanding Heathrow. With a decision expected next month, the Prime Minister has been told that Heathrow would win a vote with a “slam dunk” but Ministers don’t believe Gatwick’s plan has enough support from MPs.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/news/80-000-say-yes-to-heathrow-expansion/ 2015-02-05T00:00:00Z 2015-02-05T00:00:00Z

An Extract from Back Heathrow: “We are delighted to announce that 80,000 local people have now shown their support for the Back Heathrow campaign. On Monday we took a campaign bus to central London to visit the offices of the Airports Commission and take your message to Parliament. Around 50 campaigners hopped on a coach at Hounslow, travelling to Westminster to hand in our official Back Heathrow response to the Airports Commission public consultation.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/news/heathrow-make-your-voice-count-for-expansion/ 2014-12-11T00:00:00Z 2014-12-11T00:00:00Z

As you may be aware, the Government set up an Airports Commission to examine how to maintain the UK’s position as Europe’s most important aviation hub. It will recommend one of two options – either expansion at Heathrow or at Gatwick – to the Government just after the election next year. The Airports Commission has launched its national consultation to seek the views of interested parties, which will run until 3 February 2015. West London Business has conducted previous membership surveys to sound out views on airport expansion and the overwhelming majority of WLB’s members support expansion at Heathrow, which has informed WLB’s current policy position on airport expansion. Heathrow is central to West London’s £37 billion economy. Not only is it a major source of employment, it also attracts inward investment and holds international business here.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/news/business-needs-seminar-held-in-the-council-chamber-at-spelthorne-council/ 2014-05-13T00:00:00Z 2014-05-13T00:00:00Z

One of the barriers that inhibits businesses growing and developing that is often nationally quoted, relates to the difficulties experienced dealing with various departments in the Local Council that businesses need to work with. The intention of this seminar is to de-mystify the process and provide answers to questions that you need to know. We want to work with you, understand you and help you grow and flourish. On 21st May 6pm -8pm there will be a Business Needs Seminar held in the Council Chamber at Spelthorne Council. This will consist of short and informative updates including any relevant latest legislation of about 15 minutes each by Spelthorne Council staff who are all experts in their own field.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/news/severe-flood-action/ 2014-02-12T00:00:00Z 2014-02-12T00:00:00Z

Severe flood warnings continue to be issued for the River Thames and the River Ash. This situation is expected to continue for around 15 days. The Environment Agency predicts the river levels may rise by as much as 10cms by Sunday. This means that severe flooding is likely to continue and you need to take action now. Police and other agencies are knocking on doors in affected areas as part of a co-ordinated plan to try and identify people most at risk from the flood water. These contacts could be made during the night and Police will give advice regarding the possible need for evacuation.

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Browse our directory of local businesses that support Ashford Wide. All listings are Ashford Wide members who support our community events and projects. If you’d like to join our business directory, see our membership page for more information on how to join our Business Network.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/business-lamppost-banners/ 0001-01-01T00:00:00Z 0001-01-01T00:00:00Z

Promote your business with high street lamppost banners in Ashford town centre. Less than half the price of banners in other towns and locations! High Visibility: reach thousands of local shoppers with hyper-local advertising Affordable: proffessional print, install, and maintence included Support local: supporting local events in our community Join our membership: Business Network membership included with an array of perks. Find out more information on our Business Network membership . Buy a business banner through PayPal. Includes printing, maintainence, and installation for one year.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/current-sponsorship-opportunities/ 0001-01-01T00:00:00Z 0001-01-01T00:00:00Z

Sponsor the Ashford Wide Summer Fair! The Ashford Wide Summer Summer Fair takes place on Bank Holiday Monday, 31st August 2026. This is set to be a fun, free way for the community to get toghether with storytelling sessions read by our local MP and councillors, and even a free reptile show. We have Gold, Silver, and Bronze level sponsorship opportunities remaining to sponsor this event in a way that works for your brand.

https://www.ashfordwide.com/sponsorship/ 0001-01-01T00:00:00Z 0001-01-01T00:00:00Z

New for 2026 Ashford Wide are opening up Event Sponsorships giving even more options for your business to support Ashford and get your business noticed in the community. Note View our current sponsorship opportunities It’s a great way to show your commitment to Ashford, connect with local people, and gain valuable visibility at the town’s biggest events, all whilst putting your brand in front of thousands of residents throughout the year.