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21: Redhill FC Girls, the Reigate & Redhill Music and Drama Festival... and more
21: Redhill FC Girls and the Reigate & Redhill Music and Drama Festival. Plus news about the Pub In The Park and Run Gatwick, a new way to find out where to move to, changes to buildings you know in Reigate and Redhill, plans for a new farmers’ market, and memories of a local café. And, events, Stars, Roulette and appeals.
TIMECODES
00:00 What’s in the show
04:20 The Good Time Guide – things to do and places to go
17:00 Guest: Chris Rowe from Redhill FC Girls
27:37 News … including boy found with a samurai sword in Redhill; odd behaviour in Sainsbury’s Redhill; Earlswood and Whitebushes update; news from Pub In the Park; be nosey about your neighbours’ house prices; the changing face of a Reigate High Street building and one in Redhill, and a pub in Reigate; memories of the Redhill café where Costa now is; a possible new indoor farmers’ market; Run Gatwick date released; three local jobs.
41:15 Guest: Coach Daisy from Redhill FC Girls
48:35 Planet Reigate Stars: thanking local heroes. This week, a litter-picker in Merstham.
50:26 Guest: Jane Patrick from Reigate and Redhill Music and Drama Festival
1:02:35 Reigate Roulette: someone local answers random questions from ‘Roberta The Robot’ about what they love most about living here. Kerryn from New Leaf zero waste shop, Woodhatch
1:07:15 Appeals from Stripey Stork and Loveworks
1:09:05 Next week on the show
1:10:20 60-second Soundscape: local, natural sounds, uninterrupted. This week from St Bartholomew's Church in Leigh.
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The seven-note Planet Reigate Theme is © Peter Stewart
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71: The local board-gamers group, your ‘wants’ for Reigate High Street… and more
47:47|71: The local board-gamers group, your ‘wants’ for Reigate High Street… and moreFor Saturday 18th January 2025 This is how we’re reflecting and celebrating our love of life around here this week:TIMECODE - 00:00 - What’s in this episode. 07:30 - Planet Reigate area news - Part One 14:00 – Planet Reigate Stars: thanking local heroes. This week praise for the boss of The Belfry. 15:15 – GUEST: A new gaming group that’s been set up at Gatwick. So, if you were bitten by the bug over Christmas and New Year, playing dice, dealing cards, mixed up with strategy and skill and a bit of help from Lady Luck, listen our chat with Derek Cox and the gamers who we met up with recently. 31:25 – Priory Bark: we hear from a local dog-owner talk about their pet. This week: Princess tells us about Ellie her French Bulldog. 36:00 - Planet Reigate area news - Part Two 40:40 - The shops you say you want to see on on Reigate high street. 45:45 – The Sixty-second Soundscape. This week summer on Reigate Heath. If you get value from The Planet Reigate Podcast, please give us value back in return; click here to support us with a small donation: www.buymeacoffee.com/theplanetreigatepodcast or share us with your colleagues. A list of ‘the best of the guests’, and a link to hear each one, is on this Facebook post: https://tinyurl.com/prpbest *CREDITS:The seven-note Planet Reigate Theme is ©Peter StewartOther music www.Pond5.com:NEWS - ThomPie Item ID: 75456323STARS - jwsaudio Item ID: 073206386 PRIORY BARK - dturbide ID 066572138SOUNDSCAPE PolkadotFlowersMusic Item ID: 136304431ALSO - 047267053-corporate-funk Stock Music provided by AudioShop, from Pond5 Listen: https://linktr.ee/PlanetReigatePodcast Web: www.ThePlanetReigatePodcast.com Facebook: www.Facebook.com/ThePlanetReigatePodcast Insta: theplanetreigatepodcast X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/PlanetReigateEmail: Hello@ThePlanetReigatePodcast.com70: More on the Harlequin’s future… and more
59:41|70: More on the Harlequin’s future… and moreFor Saturday 11th January 2025 This is how we’re reflecting and celebrating our love of life around here this week:TIMECODE - 00:00 - What’s in this episode. 04:40 – The ‘best bits’ from the council meeting 9th January, with more harlequin discussion. We have taken the, err, more concrete bits from a 1hr 45m meeting and boiled it down to 23 minutes. 36:15 - Planet Reigate area news - Part One 50:10 – Planet Reigate Stars: thanking local heroes. This week a special thanks for Santa. 51:40 - Planet Reigate area news - Part Two 54:55 – Reigate Roulette. Random questions to a local resident about what they love about living here. 57:55 – The Sixty-second Soundscape. This week from Mercers Lake. If you get value from The Planet Reigate Podcast, please give us value back in return; click here to support us with a small donation: www.buymeacoffee.com/theplanetreigatepodcast or share us with your colleagues. A list of ‘the best of the guests’, and a link to hear each one, is on this Facebook post: https://tinyurl.com/prpbest*CREDITS:The seven-note Planet Reigate Theme is ©Peter StewartOther music www.Pond5.com:NEWS - ThomPie Item ID: 75456323STARS - jwsaudio Item ID: 073206386 ROULETTE – RyanRapsys Item ID: 080062947SOUNDSCAPE PolkadotFlowersMusic Item ID: 136304431ALSO - 047267053-corporate-funk Stock Music provided by AudioShop, from Pond5 Listen: https://linktr.ee/PlanetReigatePodcastWeb: www.ThePlanetReigatePodcast.comFacebook: www.Facebook.com/ThePlanetReigatePodcastInsta: theplanetreigatepodcastX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/PlanetReigateEmail: Hello@ThePlanetReigatePodcast.com69a: *Extra Episode - The (Full) Story Of Bancroft Road, Reigate
58:35|The Story Of Bancroft Road ReigateHow many times have you driven into Reigate either from Redhill, or from down the Hill, and found yourself in the town’s one-way system, taking that awkward sharp left-hand turn off Church Street, past the town’s only multi-storey car park on the right-hand side, the library tucked away at the dog-leg bend, the Everyman cinema on the right and up to Bell Street..?Have you ever looked at the building on the left-hand side, Pool House, and wondered how it got its name?Maybe you knew that it was built on the site of the town’s swimming pool, that opposite it, the cinema sits on the site of another cinema, so grand it was called The Majestic, and that that building was almost side-to-side with the town’s first cinema, The Hippodrome.This special episode of The Planet Reigate Podcast brings together features from Christmas and New Year shows of 2024 and 2025, all in one place. Together, hear the story of Reigate’s Bancroft Road.The love story at the heart of the development of both the Majestic Pool and Majestic Cinema.The rise and fall of both businesses and the people behind themHow the road they were on got its name – and it’s not named after who you might think.We discover the grave of the couple who made both ventures possible, and how their love endured, and go behind the scenes or rather underground, into what is left of the pool today.The episode is made possible by the research of Sean Hawkins and by kind permission of Spencer Copping of WS Planning and Architecture, which is based in Pool House.I invite you to listen to The Story Of Bancroft Road Reigate… on The Planet Reigate Podcast. If you get value from The Planet Reigate Podcast, please give us value back in return; click here to support us with a small donation: www.buymeacoffee.com/theplanetreigatepodcast or share us with your colleagues. A list of ‘the best of the guests’, and a link to hear each one, is on this Facebook post: https://tinyurl.com/prpbest*CREDITS:The seven-note Planet Reigate Theme is ©Peter StewartOther music www.Pond5.com:TITANIC - Paradise Waltz Classical Instrumental End - by TitanicRemembered ID 123249849CLASSIC - light orch Victorian - by EaRenTech ID 130569703DARK CLASSICAL - by tralfamadore, from Pond5 ID 108528090MEDIUM - bed - by SergeyWednesday ID 73515488 INSPIRED - Piano 60sec Inspirational Romantic Background by Viminod ID 069490173INSPIRATIONAL - Exciting Epic - by SputnikMoment ID 109466766DARK - simple ambient - by RayMusicProductions ID 088913604TITANIC - Paradise Waltz Classical Instrumental End - by TitanicRemembered ID 123249849 - 12 secondsGUITAR - Frogard Item ID: 114324148 Facebook: www.Facebook.com/ThePlanetReigatePodcastEmail: Hello@ThePlanetReigatePodcast.com69: 4/4 - The story of Bancroft Road, Reigate 4 - behind the scenes at the abandoned swimming pool
33:36|69: The story of Bancroft Road, Reigate 4 - behind the scenes at the abandoned swimming poolSaturday 4th January 2025Now, our four-part mini-series over Christmas and New Year concludes, with what you might call a bonus edition. We have been given special access to part of Bancroft Road that is not normally open to the public. With grateful thanks to Spencer Copping of WS Planning and architecture, whose offices are in the appropriately named Pool House, listen as we go behind the scenes and underground as we record interviews in what was the actual pool. Hear what is left on the site now, including the café. And hear our chat with local historian Sean Hawkins, whose research led to this mini-series. Hear us reflect on the lives and work of Harry and Emmy Bancroft, including some new information, as we stand on the road that bears their name. Part one was in episode 66 – We started the story with Harry Bancroft and Emmy meeting, marrying and running the Hippodrome cinema on Bell Street. You can hear it here: https://tinyurl.com/prp66bancroft1 (tap the link and then tap ‘play’). Part two in episode 67 – told the story of the lido. We described where it was, what was there, the opening and the cost. https://tinyurl.com/prp67bancroft2 In episode 68 we ended the story, with the opening of the Majestic cinema, and the decline of both ventures; Emmy’s untimely death and then, that of Harry. And we discovered the couple’s grave in a nearby churchyard and paid our respects. https://tinyurl.com/prp68full If you get value from The Planet Reigate Podcast, please give us value back in return; click here to support us with a small donation: www.buymeacoffee.com/theplanetreigatepodcast or share us with your colleagues. A list of ‘the best of the guests’, and a link to hear each one, is on this Facebook post: https://tinyurl.com/prpbest68: 3/4 - The story of Bancroft Road, Reigate 3 - the rise and fall of the pool and picture house, and the legacy of the husband and wife who got them built.
18:23|Episode 68: The rise and fall of Reigate’s pool and picture house on Bancroft Road, and the legacy of the husband and wife who got them built. For Saturday 28th December 2024This is the third part of four in our Christmas/New Year mini-series on the history of Bancroft Road in Reigate. Part one was in episode 66 – We started the story with Harry Bancroft and Emmy meeting, marrying and running the Hippodrome cinema on Bell Street. You can hear it here: https://tinyurl.com/prp66bancroft1 (tap the link and then tap ‘play’). Part two in episode 67 – told the story of the lido. We described where it was, what was there, the opening and the cost. https://tinyurl.com/prp67bancroft2 Now in episode 68 we conclude the actual story, with the opening of the Majestic cinema, and the decline of both ventures; Emmy’s untimely death and then, that of Harry. Join us as we discover the couple’s grave in a nearby churchyard and pay our respects. Next week in episode 69, a special bonus edition of the mini-series. we have special limited access to the site of the pool. Listen as we go behind the scenes and underground as we record interviews in what was the actual pool. Hear what is left on the site now, including the café. And hear our chat with local historian Sean Hawkins, whose research led to this mini-series. Hear us reflect on the lives and work of Harry and Emmy Bancroft, including some new information, as we stand on the road that bears their name. If you get value from The Planet Reigate Podcast, please give us value back in return; click here to support us with a small donation: www.buymeacoffee.com/theplanetreigatepodcast or share us with your colleagues. A list of ‘the best of the guests’, and a link to hear each one, is on this Facebook post: https://tinyurl.com/prpbest CREDITS:INSPIRED - Piano 60sec Inspirational Romantic Background by Viminod ID 069490173DARK - simple ambient - by RayMusicProductions ID 088913604TITANIC - Paradise Waltz Classical Instrumental End - by TitanicRemembered ID 123249849 - 12 seconds GUITAR - Frogard Item ID: 11432414867: 2/4 - The story of Bancroft Road, Reigate 2 - the lido… and more
48:48|Episode 67: The story of Reigate's lido… and moreFor Saturday 21st December 2024This is how we’re reflecting and celebrating our love of life around here this week:TIMECODE - 00:00 - What’s in this episode. 03:20 – Why a replica of Reigate station is being built in the USA. 06:25 – A thank-you to all our supporters this Christmastime. 09:20 - Planet Reigate area news. 29:00 - Planet Reigate area sports. 32:00 – The story of Bancroft Road, Reigate - and the town's lido. Part 2. 39:50 – Planet Reigate Stars: thanking local heroes. This week featuring toilet paper! 41:40 - The Good Time Guide: Local events for this coming week.46:50 – The Sixty-second Soundscape. This week from Mercers Lake. If you get value from The Planet Reigate Podcast, please give us value back in return; click here to support us with a small donation: www.buymeacoffee.com/theplanetreigatepodcast or share us with your colleagues. A list of ‘the best of the guests’, and a link to hear each one, is on this Facebook post: https://tinyurl.com/prpbest *CREDITS:The seven-note Planet Reigate Theme is ©Peter StewartOther music www.Pond5.com:GTG - inspiringaudio Item ID: 116855857NEWS - ThomPie Item ID: 75456323STARS - jwsaudio Item ID: 073206386 SOUNDSCAPE PolkadotFlowersMusic Item ID: 136304431GUITAR - Frogard Item ID: 114324148INSPIRED - Piano 60sec Inspirational Romantic Background by Viminod ID 069490173CLASSIC - light orch Victorian - by EaRenTech ID 130569703INSPIRATIONAL - Exciting Epic - by SputnikMoment ID 109466766TITANIC - Paradise Waltz Classical Instrumental End - by TitanicRemembered ID 123249849 - 12 seconds Listen: https://linktr.ee/PlanetReigatePodcast Web: www.ThePlanetReigatePodcast.com Facebook: www.Facebook.com/ThePlanetReigatePodcast Insta: theplanetreigatepodcast X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/PlanetReigateEmail: Hello@ThePlanetReigatePodcast.com66: 1/4 - The story of Bancroft Road, Reigate 1 – the intriguing story of what was built there, why and who by… and more
53:54|Episode 66 – The story of Bancroft Road, Reigate – the intriguing story of what was built there, why and who by… and more For Saturday 14th December 2024This is how we’re reflecting and celebrating our love of life around here this week:TIMECODE - 00:00 - What’s in this episode. 03:25 - Planet Reigate area news. 24:30 – Happy birthday, Donyngs. 29:40 - Planet Reigate area weather stats. 31:15 – Planet Reigate area travel: the forthcoming closure of Gatton Park Road. 33:55 – When Harry Met Emmy – the story of Reigate’s ‘first leisure centre’ on Bancroft Road. Part 1. 45:10 – Planet Reigate Stars: thanking local heroes. This week from a local park. 46:40 - The Good Time Guide: Local events for this coming week.51:50 – The Sixty-second Soundscape. This week from Reigate Castle. If you get value from The Planet Reigate Podcast, please give us value back in return; click here to support us with a small donation: www.buymeacoffee.com/theplanetreigatepodcast or share us with your colleagues. A list of ‘the best of the guests’, and a link to hear each one, is on this Facebook post: https://tinyurl.com/prpbest*CREDITS:The seven-note Planet Reigate Theme is ©Peter StewartOther music www.Pond5.com:GTG - inspiringaudio Item ID: 116855857NEWS - ThomPie Item ID: 75456323STARS - jwsaudio Item ID: 073206386 TRAVEL - FrauMuller Item ID: 102031400WEATHER - Sasha_Grey Item ID: 025133085SOUNDSCAPE PolkadotFlowersMusic Item ID: 136304431GUITAR - Frogard Item ID: 114324148TITANIC - Paradise Waltz Classical Instrumental End - by TitanicRemembered ID 123249849 - 12 secondsCLASSIC - light orch Victorian - by EaRenTech ID 130569703DARK CLASSICAL - by tralfamadore, from Pond5 ID 108528090MEDIUM - bed - by SergeyWednesday ID 73515488 Listen: https://linktr.ee/PlanetReigatePodcastWeb: www.ThePlanetReigatePodcast.comFacebook: www.Facebook.com/ThePlanetReigatePodcastInsta: theplanetreigatepodcastEmail: Hello@ThePlanetReigatePodcast.com65: Reigate’s Neurodivergent Champion… and more
49:48|Episode 65 – Reigate’s Neurodivergent Champion… and more For Saturday 7th December 2024This is how we’re reflecting and celebrating our love of life around here this week:00:00 - What’s in this episode. 03:05 – News on our special Harlequin episodes 64b and 64c. 06:35 - Planet Reigate area news. 16:50 – Reigate’s Young Chorister of the Year 23:51 - GUEST: Meet Heike Knip Reigate’s neurodivergent champion, who may be able to help you, your family or your work colleagues. 33:20 - Planet Reigate area weather stats. 36:25 – Planet Reigate Stars: thanking local heroes. This week from a local train station. 38:40 - The Good Time Guide: Local events for this coming week. 48:15 – The Sixty-second Soundscape. This week from Earlswood Lakes. If you get value from The Planet Reigate Podcast, please give us value back in return; click here to support us with a small donation: www.buymeacoffee.com/theplanetreigatepodcast or share us with your colleagues. A list of ‘the best of the guests’, and a link to hear each one, is on this Facebook post: https://tinyurl.com/prpbest*CREDITS:The seven-note Planet Reigate Theme is ©Peter StewartOther music www.Pond5.com:GTG - inspiringaudio Item ID: 116855857NEWS - ThomPie Item ID: 75456323STARS - jwsaudio Item ID: 073206386 WEATHER - Sasha_Grey Item ID: 025133085SOUNDSCAPE PolkadotFlowersMusic Item ID: 136304431GUITAR - Frogard Item ID: 114324148Listen: https://linktr.ee/PlanetReigatePodcastWeb: www.ThePlanetReigatePodcast.comFacebook: www.Facebook.com/ThePlanetReigatePodcastInsta: theplanetreigatepodcastX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/PlanetReigateEmail: Hello@ThePlanetReigatePodcast.com64c: *Extra Episode - Harlequin Q&A at public meeting 4.12.24
45:04|*SECOND* SPECIAL HARLEQUIN EPISODE.This recording is of the public Q&A session organised by the The Reigate and Redhill Society with Harlequin Support Group - HSG held at Carrington School on Wednesday 4th December.It was chaired by Nicholas Owen and questions are answered by council leader Richard Biggs.(there is aListen: https://linktr.ee/PlanetReigatePodcastWeb: www.ThePlanetReigatePodcast.comFacebook: www.Facebook.com/ThePlanetReigatePodcastInsta: theplanetreigatepodcastX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/PlanetReigateEmail: Hello@ThePlanetReigatePodcast.com