Redhill Beer Festival takes place on 3/4/5 November at Merstham Village Hall. Tess Lewsey spoke to Martin Longhurst, the organiser about local breweries, pubs in Redhill that are under threat of closure and the delights on offer at the 12th Redhill Beer Festival.

More info from the Camra Surrey website www.camrasurrey.org.uk/

Copthorne Junior Road Safety Group is raising funds to increase awareness of the dangers of driving irresponsibly near schools. It’s mantra to parents and those dropping off children outside schools is to be thoughtful and careful where they park.

One of the group’s members is parent Mark Coxon – he spoke to our presenter Annie Whitmore about a non-profit comedy night he hosted via his events company Comedy Beats.

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For more information listen to the full interview here or go to the Comedy Beats website/FB page for Copthorne Junior Road Safety Group.

Sheds at the bottom of the garden or on an allotment are often seen as a sanctuary for men. A growing movement are Mens Sheds and Tess Lewsey spoke to Sandy Featherstonhaugh, Business Manager Age Concern Merstham, Redhill and Reigate about their Mens Shed.

Find out more at the age concern website www.ageconcernmrr.org.uk

Hidden away beneath hoardings where building work is taking place at the end of Redhill High Street is the REDHILL HUB.

It is a shop and information centre for those with disabilities. Tess spoke to Lorna Marsh, the Engagement Officer.

Find out more about Redhill Hub at www.thehubredhill.org.uk