Surrey's green revolutionIn a bid to help us all reduce our carbon footprint, Surrey County Council has teamed up with design guru Oliver Heath to highlight the many benefits of adopting a greener lifestyle at home and at work. MATTHEW WILLIAMS spoke to the eco-chic expert to find out more READ MORE » 
Max Clifford celebrates his 65th birthdayEvery month, Weybridge resident Max Clifford gives us an insight into his busy life in the county and beyond READ MORE » 
Jacqueline Gold - A smalls fortuneOne of Britain’s most successful businesswomen, Jacqueline Gold is among the few females to make it on to this year’s Surrey Life Rich List. MATTHEW WILLIAMS caught up with the charismatic chief executive of Ann Summers, which has its head offices in Whyteleafe, near Caterham, to find out all about her top tips for making your millions READ MORE » 
The Max Factor with Max CliffordEvery month, Weybridge resident MAX CLIFFORD gives us an insight into his life in the county and beyond. In the latest instalment, he meets a talented Russian designer, mourns the passing of a good friend and helps out a very courageous young woman READ MORE » 
Surrey Business Awards - and the winners are...Surrey’s most successful businesses descended on Sandown Park Racecourse, on Thursday February 7, as they attended the annual Surrey Business Awards. To find out who won what, read on... READ MORE » 
Eamonn Holmes - This is his Surrey lifeOne of Britain’s busiest presenters, not only is Eamonn Holmes the host of BBC One’s National Lottery Jet Set, he also fronts the breakfast show on Sky News and recently took over Michael Parkinson’s Sunday morning slot on Radio 2. The affable Irishman, who now lives in Weybridge, tells TRACY COOK why he’s always felt at home in Surrey... READ MORE » 
Jack Phillips - The Surrey man who went down in historyThere has always been a certain fascination with the story of the Titanic, immortalised in the 1997 Hollywood blockbuster starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, but one tale the film didn’t tell was that of chief wireless operator, Jack Phillips from Godalming, who sacrificed his life to try and save the ship’s passengers and crew READ MORE » 
Strictly the Come Dancing QueenWith millions of people eagerly anticipating their latest dose of hit TV show Strictly Come Dancing every weekend, MATTHEW WILLIAMS spoke to Weybridge resident, Dorothea Baxter, a former Come Dancing champion who is now 102, to find out what she thinks of the show READ MORE » 
The Max Factor with Max CliffordIt’s a wonder Max Clifford ever has a moment to catch his breath, so packed has his diary been over the past month. Here, he recalls some of the most memorable moments, not least when Westlife made a very special visit to Guildford… READ MORE » 
The Max Factor with Max CliffordFrom a trip to the Middle East, where he visited a restaurant only accessible by submarine, to various charity events and the book launch of a Weybridge author, there’s never a dull moment in the world of MAX CLIFFORD. Here, he shares some of his latest adventures READ MORE » 
Penelope Keith - Why the good life is hereOne of Britain’s best-loved actresses, Penelope Keith has been a loyal resident of Surrey for over 30 years. Currently on tour in The Importance of Being Earnest, which comes to Richmond Theatre this month, Tinx Newton caught up with her between rehearsals to find out all about her life in the county READ MORE » 
The Max Factor with Max CliffordIt’s been a busy old time for our star columnist MAX CLIFFORD. First, there was a very special birthday party to attend, then the Pride of Britain awards up in London and now there’s the Surrey Life Carol Concert to prepare for – not that he’s complaining, mind... READ MORE » 
Undercover with the real Donal MacIntyre He’s risked his life to expose everything from pension scams and dodgy funeral parlours to dangerous drug dealers – but the real Donal MacIntyre is a gentle soul who likes nothing better than a stroll in the Surrey countryside. Alan Tovey met up with him to find out more about his life in the county and beyond READ MORE » 
Richard Stilgoe - A true LionheartNow that he has retired from touring and stage shows, Richard Stilgoe is enjoying spending time with the grandchildren, researching his family tree and continuing his extensive charity work. Mickie Wynne-Davies went to meet him at his countryside home near Oxted READ MORE » 
Surrey Fitness - Is it just puppy fat?As adults we have probably all worried about our weight at some time in our lives, but what should you do if you are worried about your child and their weight? With all the recent publicity about ‘childhood obesity’, Gary Waghorn exposes the facts you need to know READ MORE » 
Max Clifford - Surrey's king of spinRegarded as the undisputed ‘king of spin’, PR guru Max Clifford is the man who knows the secrets of a thousand stars. Surrey Life editor Caroline Harrap went to meet him at his spectacular home in Walton-on-Thames, to find out all about his life in the county and beyond READ MORE » 
Sue Barker - Staying ahead of the gameOne of the county’s best loved TV personalities, Surrey's Sue Barker will once again be at the helm of this year’s BBC coverage of Wimbledon. The popular presenter, who lives near Godalming, tells us how she copes with her gruelling schedule. READ MORE » 
Surrey’s answer to Jamie OliverWhen TV chef Jamie Oliver embarked on an ambitious project to turn 15 disadvantaged teenagers into professional chefs, the country was gripped. Now Surrey chef Simon Boyle has gone one better than that and has spent the last six months teaching a group of homeless people how to cook READ MORE » 
Surrey fitness - Trim down for the beachAre you worried about fitting into your Speedos this summer or frightened about trying on your bikini? Well, never fear because help is at hand! This month, Surrey based personal trainer Gary Waghorn gives you his top tips for trimming down for the beach READ MORE » 
| The Max Factor with Max CliffordEvery month, Weybridge resident Max Clifford gives us an insight into his busy life in the county and beyond READ MORE » 
The story of Jaqueline WilsonOne of our most popular children’s authors, Jacqueline Wilson spent her own childhood in Kingston where she still lives now, Here, the world-famous writer speaks to JULIA GREGORY about her memories of growing up in the county READ MORE » 
The Max Factor with Max CliffordFrom a trip to the Caribbean island of Tobago to a glitzy fundraising dinner in Monte Carlo, MAX CLIFFORD has been jetting all over the place this month. He still found time, however, to return to his home county of Surrey to open a brand new dialysis unit at West Byfleet READ MORE » 
Surrey Harmony - Talking barbershopFormed in 1990 with only 14 singers, Surrey Harmony now boasts a membership of over 80 and has set its sights on reaching 100. TONY FLOOK found out more about the group’s formidable reputation in the field of women’s barbershop, and what to do if you’d like to join them READ MORE » 
Surrey WI: More than just jam and jerusalem...Hilary roars around the county on her motorbike, Ann is a great campaigner and Geraldine persuades women to pose naked – with vegetables. But these are no ordinary Surrey ladies; this is the WI. What on earth is going on? JANET DONIN finds out… READ MORE » 
Mark Ramprakash - More than just cricketWhen Mark Ramprakash appeared on Strictly Come Dancing, which he went on to win, half the female population fell in love with him. MATTHEW WILLIAMS spoke to the shy Surrey cricketer to find out how life has changed since the show READ MORE » 
The Max Factor with Max CliffordIt’s been quite an emotional time for Max Clifford this month. As well as revisiting his childhood home in Wimbledon, which he hadn’t seen for 43 years, he’s also been busy helping Kenny Richey, the man who spent 21 years on death row for a crime he did not commit, adjust to his new found freedom READ MORE » 
Bobby Davro - From Weybridge to WalfordSince joining the cast of EastEnders as loveable rogue Vince Monks, Weybridge resident Bobby Davro has been well and truly back in the limelight. Now looking forward to starring in the Wimbledon panto, he told Alan Tovey why life is better than ever READ MORE » 
Literary Surrey - So you want to become a novelistHas living in Surrey inspired you to write a novel? Our county has more than its fair share of highly successful authors and we tracked down six of them. They are all interesting, inspiring and resourceful people, and were happy to give us a fascinating insight into their exciting, creative lives and to offer some tips for aspiring writers . . . Words by Geoffrey West READ MORE » 
Surrey's top 50 celebrities 2007For the first time ever, Surrey Life brings you the county’s top 50 celebrities* - where they live, how they found fame and what they do in their spare time (*Entries are listed alphabetically)
Words by Nicola de There and Matthew Williams. Photos by Andy Newbold READ MORE » 
Judith Moreton - Reach for the starsBombardier Skyjet International is the leading private jet company in the world – flying the likes of Lewis Hamilton and Colin Montgomerie around the globe. MATTHEW WILLIAMS met up with the company’s managing director, Bookham-based Judith Moreton, at her Farnborough Airport office
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The Max Factor with Max CliffordEvery month, exclusively in Surrey Life, PR legend Max Clifford gives us an insight into his busy life in the county, and further afield. In his latest jet-setting instalment, he tells us all about his travels around Europe for two weddings and X Factor, and shares some wonderful stories from closer to home... READ MORE » 
Joe Newton - Born to entertainHaving won the best young actor award at the Leatherhead Drama Festival for the second year in succession, it can’t be too long before Joe Newton’s dreams of the stage and screen become a reality. Matthew Williams spoke to the talented 16-year-old from Epsom READ MORE » 
The Max Factor with Max CliffordWelcome to the first of Max Clifford’s exciting new column. Every month, exclusively in Surrey Life, the PR legend will be revealing what he gets up to in the county and beyond. For his first instalment, he reveals a whole new side to Kerry Katona, pays tribute to the life of an extraordinary young lady and makes a surprising revelation about Simon Cowell… READ MORE » 
Concorde to fly again?It’s nearly four years since Concorde made her final historic flight, and the distinctive silhouette is still missed by many. But there could be hope yet – here in Surrey, a dedicated group of former pilots and colleagues are determined to see her take to the skies again READ MORE » 
Newton Faulkner - Making a play for stardomSet to take the music world by storm, Newton Faulkner, a 22-year-old singer and guitarist from Surrey, has been receiving airplay on BBC Radio 1 and 2 and will be playing most of the big summer festivals – and he’s yet to release his first album… READ MORE » 
Surrey Fitness - Anyone for tennis?There is nothing quite so English as a leisurely game of tennis - and if you’re feeling inspired by Wimbledon, perhaps this is the time to blow the dust off your old racket and book a court at the local club. Gary Waghorn explains how to ensure that all your smashes are hits! READ MORE » 
David Gold - The man with the golden touchHe’s one of the country’s most successful businessmen, is a regular on our TV screens and is passionate about football - but Sir Alan Sugar he is most definitely not. Surrey Life editor Caroline Harrap met the legend that is David Gold, chairman of newly promoted Birmingham City FC, at his spectacular Caterham home READ MORE » 
David Shepherd - Over the moon about bearsOne of the world’s leading wildlife artists, David Shepherd is also a passionate conservationist whose Surrey-based wildlife charity has achieved great things. Here, he tells Tinx Newton about their latest battle to help the Asiatic black bear, soon to the subject of a major TV documentary READ MORE » 
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