In December 2022 we were notified that the Wheatsheaf in, Stanwell, which has been closed for some time, has now been granted planning permission by Spelthorne Council for demolition and replacement by houses and flats. Following lots of postponements permission was granted on 30th June 2023.

On 20th January 2024 we were notified by member Bob that the Compasses in Egham Hythe had closed. Landlord Adam Garrett who had been there for 16 years (one of his bar staff been there for 22yrs) handed back the keys to the Pubco. Planning permission for demolition and housing development was refused for technical reasons (flood risk) but what will happen next?

On 2nd January 2023 local member Martin notified us that the Ash Tree in Ashford had closed. Despite 206 letters of objection to plans to replace with a Sainsbury's Local, permission was granted on 4th April 2024. When passing on 14th April 2025, premises all closed uo and covered in scaffolding, very sad.

On 24th August 2024, the Feathers in Laleham was reported to be boarded up, and stlll is. If anyone knows any more, please Contact Branch.

On 25th December 2024, the Rose & Olive Branch in Virginia Water was closed by Nikki & John due to unviable rising running costs. This is really sad news as they have made a real effort since re-opening this cosy country pub after a period of closure. Pub owner says he plans to keep premises going as a pub, presumably with new tenants, so if anyone hears anything please Contact Branch.

Good News for a change, is that on 13th April 2025, the Holly Tree in Englefield Green reopened after several months. My thanks to local CAMRA member Alex for keeping an eye on this one, and providing a great photo.

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Action: As a Branch we always put in an objection, with often limited impact. One thing we can all do, is visit our local pubs. Information is key, if your local is under threat or indeed suddenly closes, please Contact Branch.