Welcome to the LOSRA Website
Like any local community, the policies and decisions shaping the character and future of Lower Sunbury are influenced by a combination of local and national government initiatives, alongside market forces and vested interests operating within these frameworks. As with many areas, Lower Sunbury faces challenges stemming from an aging infrastructure, rapid urban development, increasing traffic congestion, and other pressures that impact both quality of life and the distinctive character of the neighbourhood.
In collaboration with local authorities, other residents’ associations and amenity groups, LOSRA plays a vital role in addressing fundamental issues that affect its members' lives. This organisation not only engages with broader strategic concerns but also focuses on the everyday matters that shape community well-being.
To stay informed, we encourage you to subscribe to our regular e-bulletins via the link at the top left of this page. Your continued support is essential to our efforts, and we urge you to join or renew your membership. Subscriptions for 2026 are now payable at £5 per household. Donations are also welcome.
Glow in The Park 5k, 29 September, Kempton Park Racecourse
The following email has been received from Spelthorne Council and we are pleased to reproduce it here:
Amazing support for Princess Alice Hospice – 200 signed up, extra tickets still available.
The response to our appeal for fun runners to support Princess Alice Hospice via this great family event has been terrific, with our allocation of places being snapped up well in advance.
The good news is that anyone still wishing to join the fun won’t miss out; tickets are still available direct from the organisers.
All we ask is for any extra entrants to consider getting sponsored for Princess Alice Hospice.
Glow In The Park is the ultimate night-time neon event – a 5k fun run for families and friends. You can dance, jog, walk and run through 6 “Glow Zones” including Foam Zone, UV Paint Blast and Time Tunnel. This is the first such event at the Sunbury racecourse.
For more details of this unmissable experience and a link to the organisers’ site, visit https://www.pah.org.uk/events/ category/runs/ and click on Glow In The Park.
If you’d like to make an impact and run in one of our distinctive tee-shirts, you can pick one up beforehand; just contact Supporter Care – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Simon Allen to Appear at the RAC with the Terence Collie Trio on 30th September
Simon brought himself to the public’s attention while playing in NYJO from 1999 to 2003 and, after being a winner in the Daily Telegraph Young Jazz competition and a Young Jazz Musician of the Year finalist, Simon gained a place at the Royal Academy of Music.
Later he was selected to join UK drummer Clark Tracey’s acclaimed Quintet, winning further awards and touring the UK over the course of seven years. Simon also played with Clark’s father, the late Stan Tracey, featuring on the last two quartet recordings and appearing with Stan on the TV show Later With Jools Holland performing a track from Stan’s last album, The Flying Pig. He now plays in the Stan Tracey Legacy Band, helping to introduce Stan’s music to new audiences.
Simon has worked with Colin Towns’ Mask Orchestra for the Birmingham Royal Ballet, and the Matthew Herbert Big Band, touring around Germany, China, Belgium and Poland. He has appeared at major UK venues and festivals including Ronnie Scott’s, the Barbican and the Brecon Jazz Festival, and worked with an astonishing array of top musicians from the jazz and pop world, including Jamie Cullum, Beverley Knight and Florence Rawlings, a young soul singer managed by Mike Batt.
Outside of jazz, Simon leads a horn section which has backed Phil Collins, Eric Clapton and Paul McCartney among others. He was also featured on the soundtracks of Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland and Sujoy Ghosh’s Aladdin, as well as on Katie Melua’s Pictures album.
Simon now fronts his own Quintet, with which he has recorded the album Any Minute Now, as well as playing with the Laurence Cottle All Star Big Band, Sax Appeal, JazzBomb and the Bobby Worth Quintet.
He is also Musician in Residence at the Elstree UTC and, in September 2014, was appointed saxophone tutor and Head of Jazz at the Purcell School of Music.
Sunbury Health Centre - 2018 Patients' Survey
Whilst the clinical care provided by the Practice continues to be rated highly by patients, access to appointments and waiting times to contact the Practice by telephone remain the predominant challenges.
The number of consultations has grown by at least 16% over the last seven years and the trend remains upwards. The Practice is evolving to meet this challenge through a process of continuous analysis and improvement. The feedback from all the patients who have participated in the annual Patients’ Survey, responded to the Mjog text service and/or the recently published national GP Patient Survey is very valuable in assessing the standard of service the Practice delivers and in setting priorities for the year ahead.
The Practice has developed a number of initiatives in the past year to meet the challenges of the increased demand for services.
The addition of Training GPs, Nurse Practitioners, Health Care Assistants, a Clinical Pharmacist, additional Phlebotomy clinics, Extended Access Clinics (from September 2018) and the new Clinical Correspondence Team are adding to the capacity of SHCGP. Guiding patients to the most appropriate of these team members is a key objective for the coming year.
Studies have shown that approximately 25% of GP appointments could be dealt with by another healthcare professional. For example, prescription queries can be dealt with by the Clinical Pharmacist, Nurse Practitioners can provide treatment for minor illnesses and injuries, are able to write prescriptions and make referrals where appropriate.
By guiding patients to the most appropriate team members, or to self-care, may enable Doctors to use their time more effectively. This is a focus area for the coming year.
Catalytic Converters Targeted by Thieves In Sunbury
In the last few days, the owners of a Honda Jazz and a Toyota Prius have had their catalytic converters targeted in broad daylight by thieves in the Sunbury area. These two separate crimes may herald a spree which may claim more victims. Vehicle owners are urged to be vigilant especially as the cost of repair can be very considerable.
A white male aged between 20 and 30 years driving a black Vauxhall Astra (no registration number) was seen to be loading his booty into the Vauxhall car before it was realised what he had done.
What’s the attraction for thieves? Well, the catalyst itself is most often a mix of precious metals. Platinum is the most active catalyst and is widely used, but is not suitable for all applications because of unwanted additional reactions and high cost. Palladium and rhodium are two other precious metals used. Rhodium is used as a reduction catalyst, palladium is used as an oxidation catalyst, and platinum is used both for reduction and oxidation. Needless to say, catalytic converters have a scrap value!
Heritage Open Day at St. Mary's Church, 15th September
The Friends of St Mary's are opening the Church for a 'Heritage Open Day' on the 15th September (10-4pm.).
It follows much the same format as in previous years. The day will include a display of archival material by the Sunbury & Shepperton Local History Society; records & photos from the Church archives, including added details about the names on the WW1 & WW2 memorial boards and other memorials; self - guided tours of the inside memorials and the now rather indistinct Churchyard gravestones, with added information.
There will be tours of the bell tower and a chance to have a go on the bells plus tea/coffee and/or ice cream!
This will be your chance to browse at leisure and to look at the recently restored artwork in the Apse and Chancel, ask questions (good for those doing their family histories) and tell your stories.
Duncan Eagles to Join Terence Collie Trio at the RAC on 9th September
Duncan Eagles a London-based saxophonist who performs regularly at venues and festivals all over the world.
Throughout his career so far, he has appeared at many major venues and festivals around the world including Ronnie Scott’s, Pizza Express Jazz Club (Soho), Cheltenham International Jazz Festival, Vancouver International Jazz Festival, Istanbul Jazz Festival, EFG London Jazz Festival, Moods Jazz Club (Zurich), Wuhan Jazz Fest (China), The Kings Place, Brecon Jazz Festival, Love Supreme Jazz Festival and The Paris Cat (Melbourne). Duncan was also one of the musicians selected for Serious's Take 5 scheme for 2017.
He will be appearing with the Terence Collie Trio on Sunday, 9th September at the Riverside Arts Centre, Thames Street.
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Tickets for Hamilton Loomis Concert at the SCC Now on Sale
Tickets for the Hamilton Loomis Music Night at Sunbury Cricket Club on Friday 7th September are now available to be bought on line, here
Hamilton was a protégé of the legendary blues artist Bo Diddley and appeared on stage with him as well as performing on his albums. He is a sensational performer, and his ‘live’ show is something to behold.
Guitar Player magazine wrote if him: “If blues, soul, and rock can be said to form a triangle, you’ll find Hamilton Loomis right in the centre of it.”, and he is one of the young artists at the forefront of bringing blues-based American music into the 21st century and redefining it for a contemporary audience.
His album “Ain’t Just Temporary” reached No. 7 in Billboard’s Blues Chart. His band features Armando Aussenac (drums, background vocals) and Fabian Hernandez (saxes, keyboards, background vocals). It will be a stunning evening.
There’s full information about him at www.hamiltonloomis.com and loads of ‘live’ videos on www.youtube.com
Spelthorne Council's Annual Report 2017 – 2018
Spelthorne Council’s Annual Report for 2017 – 2018 may be viewed by clicking here
Sunbury Beer, Gin and Music Festival, Saturday 15th September
After the success of last year’s Beer and Music festival Sunbury Cricket Club will be hosting a similar event in 2018.
As the new title implies, however, there will be a greater emphasis on gin this time but without detriment to lovers of ales, lagers, wines and ciders.
Tickets to the public start on Saturday 4th August and may be purchased over the bar or online here
A Tribute to Cliff and the Shadows, 17th August at Sunbury Cricket Club
The next Sunbury Music Night is on Friday 17th Aug., when the Club presents “Move It” – A Tribute to the Music of Cliff Richard & The Shadows. Believe it or not, it's 60 years this month since Cliff Richard released his first single and first hit "Move It", so to mark the occasion Sunbury Music Club's regular house band is doing a fund-raising and charity night performing a show comprising the music of Cliff Richard & The Shadows, including a number of the instrumental hits The Shadows had in their own right.
Cliff is still one of the great British rock 'n' rollers, and he has made many fine records over the years, as indeed did The Shadows, and they inspired thousands of youngsters to start playing rock 'n' roll themselves.
The band comprises core members of The Chain Gang, who perform at our Mayor's Charity nights, and features Paul Watts (vocals/rhythm guitar), Gerry Cook (lead guitar/vocals), Martin House (bass guitar/vocals), Kevin Welling (keyboards, guitar, vocals), Alan Worrell (drums).
The proceeds of the evening will be split between a contribution towards installing permanent stage lights at the club, and a donation to The Sir Cliff Richard Charitable Trust, which we thought would be an appropriate gesture.
We are aiming for this to be a real summer party night, so alert any Cliff fans that you know, put a party of friends together and make sure you get along for a fun evening - there will be plenty of songs that you all know the words to!
Venue: Sunbury Cricket Club, Lower Hampton Road, Sunbury TW16 5PS
Doors: 8.30pm
Entrance £10
Food will be available as usual.
Jazz Workshop and Concert with Georgia Mancio and Trio, 12th August at the RAC
Janet McCann of Mood Indigo Events, well known to those who attend the fabulous evenings of jazz at the Riverside Arts Centre, is putting on a workshop in the afternoon of 12th August from 3 pm for 12 singers and instrumentalists run by Georgia Mancio followed by a concert with Georgia and trio in the evening which will be starting at 8, slightly later than normal.
There will also be a student concert for the people on the course to perform from 6 pm so anyone who books for the main concert at 8 would be welcome to come along earlier to that too and at no extra cost. The students will be performing with the Terence Collie trio.
All welcome at the Sunbury Regatta, 11th August
Since 1877, Sunbury Regatta has not only been a serious skiffing race event for local clubs, but also an annual calendar event for Surrey and the local community supporting the development of skills and enjoyment of the River Thames.
The event raises funds in support of the committee's overall charitable objectives of the promotion of Community participation in healthy recreation, physical education and enjoyment of the River Thames through the provision of facilities for the sport of skiffing, rowing, punting and dongola racing to enable people to learn how to row, skiff, punt and dongola race and to practise these skills.
To achieve this we run this 2 day annual Regatta with 60 separate events on the water and onshore at Sunbury and we provide grants to individuals and grants to other organisations focussed on promoting healthy recreation on the river Thames on a year round basis.
All profits from the The Regatta are put toward these charitable objectives and activities.
Thousands of families attend to watch 60 club skiffing and punting races as well as 40 local events such as ‘Row for your local’ and Dongola racing in fancy dress.
The Regatta attracts competitors from skiffing and punting clubs, fire brigades, police forces, the army and businesses across the Thames Valley area.
Away from the river, the lawn on Rivermead Island provides family fun and events all day.
Food stalls from around the world, bar tents, live music through to face painting and tug-o-war provide entertainment through to dusk when the increasingly renowned fireworks displays entertains people for miles around.
The Regatta has kick-started the careers of a number of Olympic rowers and inspired a healthy outdoor lifestyle for thousands of young people.
Admission starts at 9am at about which time racing commences.
Bars open at 11.00 am and other activities on the lawn commence at midday.
Admission Prices:
- Adults (over 14) £5
- Children under 14 (accompanied): free
- Children under 14 (unaccompanied): £5
- OAP £3.50
- Membership: £10
Sunbury Walled Garden awarded Green Flag status
Spelthorne Borough Council is delighted to announce that the Sunbury Walled Garden has once again been awarded Green Flag status.
This international award, now into its third decade, is a sign to the public that the space boasts the highest possible environmental standards, is beautifully maintained and has excellent visitor facilities.
The historic Walled Garden in Sunbury Park was built in the early part of the 18th Century. Following years of neglect, Spelthorne Council embarked on a restoration project of the two acre garden in 1985. Now home to over 200 varieties of clematis, this 'hidden gem' provides a tranquil spot all year round. Free music concerts are being held in the Walled Garden during July and August - visit www.spelthorne.gov.uk/music for details.
International Green Flag Award Scheme Manager, Paul Todd, said: "We are delighted to be celebrating another record-breaking year for the Green Flag Award scheme, with more Green Flags awarded this year than last year. Each flag honours the thousands of staff and volunteers who work tirelessly to maintain the high standards demanded by the Green Flag Award."
SCC to Host Zoot Money & The Big Roll Band, 28th July
The next Music Night on Friday 27th July will no doubt be very different but equally entertaining when Sunbury Cricket Club welcomes for the first time with his own band ZOOT MONEY & THE BIG ROLL BAND.
Zoot has played at the Club previously with the Barnes Blues Band, and was keen to bring his own show to the Club as well. Zoot is a keyboard player and singer, always associated with the Hammond organ, and is a legendary figure on the British music scene, having been a pioneer of the R&B sound in Soho in the early ‘60s with the Big Roll Band, who had a hit in 1966 with “Big Time Operator” before morphing into Dantalian’s Chariot as part of the psychedelic movement of the times.
He was with Eric Burdon’s New Animals in the USA during the 70s, and has played and recorded with a host of major names over the years, as well as working in TV and film production and becoming a character actor himself. He recently released an album “Book of Life….I’ve Read It”, and will be featuring some material from that alongside his usual top class soul and R&B show.
He appears regularly with his band and with Alan Price at the Bull’s Head Barnes, and is one of the great personalities in British music. There’s plenty of interesting stuff at zootmoney.org
Venue: Sunbury Cricket Club, Lower Hampton Road, TW16 5PS. Commences 8.30pm, £10 on the door. Food will be available as normal.
