With thanks to Judith.

Update: All funding approvals made by the Department of Transport since 1st Jan 2010 have been withdrawn by the Government. The New Walton Bridge falls into this category. Although it has not been scrapped the future is now very much uncertain.

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Plans for a new road bridge over the Thames in Walton have cleared a major hurdle after transport secretary Lord Adonis gave the go ahead for three legal orders.

Preparation for the new multi-million pound bridge which joins Walton and Shepperton is hoped to begin early this year with construction finishing in the summer of 2013. It is set to be the first new road crossing over the River Thames in 20 years.


Lord Adonis gave the initial go-ahead following a two-day public inquiry in the summer of 2009, and has since confirmed:

Did you know 1/3 of your household waste could be used for composting? Composting is a natural process that transforms your kitchen and garden waste into valuable and nutrient rich food for your garden, for free.  Anyone with outside space can compost at home, and it’s easy to make and use.

All you need to do is provide the right ingredients and let nature do the rest.

I have a request from a Ms Davies who is researching the history of her house, the message is below but if you can help please get in touch here.

I am trying to research the history of my house - Manor Cottage.
It was used as a nursery school in the 1960s.  Does anyone know about its history?  Any information would be gratefully received.

I would love any copies of old photos if possible.

We were contacted by the Hawker family in Australia who are keen to find the Shepperton Hawkers - the email I was sent would make more sense so here goes.

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Name: Elizabeth Hawker

Subject: Hakwer family formerly of Old Charlton Road, Shepperton.

Question/Comment:
I am researching my family tree and looking for any information about my late father's family. His name was Ian Hawker and he lived with his family, June (sister), Winnie ( mother) and Graham during the'30s and 40's. He immigrated to Australia in the 1950's but his family remained in the family home ( as far we know) on Old Charlton Road. Apparently the children went to Catholic schools in the area...any information at all, enthusiatically welcomed!

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So...if anyone can help please get in touch here.