FESTIVE FEELINGS
‘Tis the season of twinkling lights and festive delights! Packed with Christmas markets, fairs and workshops this November heralds an abundance of Christmas crackers. Check out our guide to yuletide and find those festive feelings…
PORCELAIN CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS / NOVEMBER 6 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Get crafty this Christmas by taking part in this porcelain tree decoration workshop taking place on multiple dates throughout November and December. Spend the evening learning how to make delicately shaped decorations to hang on your own tree or to give as a gift – the choice is yours, as they say.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
CHRISTMAS ARTISAN CRAFT FAIR / NOVEMBER 6 / RURAL LIFE LIVING MUSEUM, TILFORD
If you love nothing more than giving unique gifts to our loved ones, then a trip to the Rural Life Living Museum’s Christmas artisan Craft fair is a must. Featuring a range of local artisans and craftspeople, find a festive feast of decorative and edible presents to peruse and purchase.
For more information, visit rural-life.org.uk
POTTERY WITH SHELLEY: CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS / NOVEMBER 11 / CRANLEIGH ARTS CENTRE
Get creative in Cranleigh this November and sign up for this 5-week pottery workshop where you’ll learn to create some festive decorations and gifts for the season ahead. Suitable for beginners and those with experience.
For more information, visit cranleighartscentre.org
A VINTAGE CHRISTMAS / NOVEMBER 13 / RURAL LIFE LIVING MUSEUM, TILFORD
Spend the day celebrating the season in style with this vintage shopping experience at the Rural Life Living Museum near Farnham. Browse and buy vintage wares as you wander from stall to stall to the sounds of the 1940s and 1950s.
For more information, visit rural-life.org.uk
FESTIVE PAPER CUTTING / NOVEMBER 15 / RHS GARDEN, WISLEY
Spend the day learning about the wide variety of paper cutting techniques that you can apply to your creative palate this festive season. From making free-standing cards to Christmas tree decorations, enjoy a fun one-day course full of seasonal spirit.
For more information, visit rhs.org.uk
RURAL CRAFT ASSOCIATION CHRISTMAS FAIR / NOVEMBER 18 – 21 / LOSELEY PARK
A creative Christmas awaits at the Rural Craft Association’s annual Crafts for Christmas event held on the grounds of beautiful Loseley Park. Makers from all over the county will be present to exhibit their wonderful talents. So pick up something special, something unique, for the loved ones in your life.
For more information, visit loseleypark.co.uk
HAMPTON COURT PALACE ICE RINK / NOVEMBER 19 – JANUARY 2
Get set to skate at Hampton Court Palace this month as their ice rink returns for the festive season. With a larger ice-rink taking centre stage to ensure a suitably socially distanced, enjoyable time for all, witness spectacular views of the Thames-side Tudor palace in what is undoubtedly one of the most scenic outdoor rinks in the country. Take part in either daytime or evening skating sessions and relax with a mug of something hot in the Café Bar. Advanced booking is essential.
For more information, visit hamptoncourtpalaceicerink.co.uk
GLOW 2021 / NOVEMBER 19 – JANUARY 4 / RHS GARDEN, WISLEY
Lighting up our lives once again, the magical Christmas Glow returns to RHS Gardens Wisley this month. The festive event at RHS Garden Wisley will once again put on a captivating light show and musical accompaniment designed by an in-house team to highlight some of the garden’s best-loved sights. Twinkling lights draw visitors through the Pinetum, Seven Acres and Wisteria Walk, with spectacular moments en route and vibrant displays to be found both inside and outside the Glasshouse.
For more information, visit rhs.org.uk
GUILDFORD CATHEDRAL CHRISTMAS FAIR NOVEMBER 19 – 20 / GUILDFORD CATHEDRAL
Guildford Cathedral hosts their annual winter market and fair, and this year, you lucky folk get to experience the event for not one day but two whole days of festive fun and shopping. Find bespoke one-off gifts and unique decorations from over 50 stall-holders.
For more information, visit guildford-cathedral.org
SNOWSAURUS / NOVEMBER 20 – JANUARY 9 / PAINSHILL PARK, COBHAM
Go on a Snowsaurus safari trail at Painshill Park this winter. Discover incredible statues, including a colossal T-Rex and learn fun facts about these ancient creatures that once roamed the planet. Tickets must be booked in advance.
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
CHRISTMAS FAIR / NOVEMBER 24 – 25 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
This excellent midweek Christmas Fair held at the Farnham Malting this November. Browse from over 150 stalls selling a plethora of exciting gifts to give, take part in the free drop-in workshop to make your own unique Christmas tags, and enjoy the usual festive frivolities of listening to Christmas carols sipping on mulled wine and munching on many mince pies.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
THE CHRISTMAS FAIR AT ASCOT / NOVEMBER 25 – 28 / ASCOT RACECOURSE
Unearth a wonderful Winterland of gifts at this Christmas Fair held at Ascot Racecourse this November. Featuring over 150 stalls of quality gifts, food and accessories, find presents for your friends and family in one handy shopping trip.
For more information, visit ukgrandsales.co.uk
SURREY HILLS CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR / NOVEMBER 26 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
Celebrating the very best of Surrey Hills’ arts, crafts and artisanal produce, head for the spectacular environs of West Horsley Place and enjoy this hyper-local Christmas Fair that’ll be bursting with some truly unique gifts to give.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
COBHAM EXTRAVAGANZA / NOVEMBER 26 / COBHAM
It’s back! Kick-off the Christmas season in Cobham with a festive extravaganza of epic proportions. From roasted chestnuts and steaming mulled wine to arts and Christmas crafts, join in with the fun in Cobham from 4 pm.
For more information, visit facebook.com/Cobhamourvillage
CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR / NOVEMBER 27 / THE LIGHTBOX, WOKING
Enjoy a holly, jolly atmosphere and visit The Lightbox in Woking for this festive Arts and Crafts Fair this November. Get a head start on your shopping and browse among the stalls featuring a variety of handmade crafts, including jewellery, paintings, glasswork, and ceramics.
For more information, visit thelightbox.org.uk
VISIT FATHER CHRISTMAS / FROM NOVEMBER 27, 28 + DECEMBER 4 / HATCHLANDS PARK, GUILDFORD
Need to have a last-minute word with Santa regarding you know what? Good news! The big man himself will be heading to Hatchlands Park, and you’re invited to visit t his cosy sitting room. So reserve your space online and witness the famed white beard, red suit and shiny buckles for yourself while getting in any last-minute requests at the same time.
For more information, visit nationaltrust.org.uk
BOX HILL CHRISTMAS FAIR / NOVEMBER 28 / TITHE BARN, BOX HILL, DORKING
Get all your Christmas shopping done in one place and venture to the scenic Tithe Barn at Box Hill for a Christmas Fair that’ll fill you with all the Christmas feelings.
For more information, visit funyardevents.com
PETER PAN / NOVEMBER 30 – DECEMBER 3 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
If there’s one thing synonymous with the festive season, it’s the telling of fantastical fairy tales that widen the wonder lust eyes of both young and old. Recommended for ages 8+, go on an adventure to Neverland this winter as J.M Barrie’s ‘Peter Pan’ is imaginatively retold, enjoy a theatrical treat for the whole family.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com