WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK IN SURREY
In need of a night out? Fancy an intrepid excursion into the depths of the Surrey Hills? Find out what’s on with our weekly guide to going out in Surrey. Farmers’ Markets, comedy nights, wine tasting – you name it, we’ve probably got it! Check it out and make some plans pronto…
HARVEST VINEYARD TRAIL & LUNCH HAMPER / OCTOBER 1 + 9 / DENBIES WINE ESTATE, DORKING
‘Tis the season to harvest! Get a glimpse into the world of wine and witness first-hand the art of harvesting the laden grapevines that populate Denbies Wine Estate. Enjoy a 90-minute walking tour while learning about the harvesting process and the geological makeup that makes this corner of the Surrey Hills so special for growing really great grapes. Following your tour, enjoy a lunch hamper on the lawn that features a vineyard style ploughman’s.
For more information, visit denbies.co.uk
LUCY PORTER: BE PREPARED / OCTOBER 1 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Heading out around the country with her brand new show Be Prepared, stand-up comedian and TV favourite Lucy Porter returns with a laugh-out-loud look at how to ready oneself for some of life’s more unique challenges. Catch her chat about being in the Brownies and dancing around with Wotsits up her nose.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
DANIEL SLOSS – HUBRIS / OCTOBER 1 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Scotland’s international comedy superstar Daniel Sloss arrives at Guildford’s G Live this October with his latest show, Hubris. Hot on the heels of his ground-breaking, global smash hit ‘Daniel Sloss: X’ tour, which sold out across 40 countries, Sloss proudly holds the title for Russia’s biggest-ever English language comedy show. Come and find out what all the fuss is about this October.
For more information, visit glive.co.uk
GODALMING GAG HOUSE / OCTOBER 1 / GODALMING BOROUGH HALL
The Godalming Gag House is back for its monthly provision of stand-up comedy that’ll be sure to provide attendees with giggles galore. From 8 pm, expect to be tickled by a hilarious line-up that features Angela Barnes, Matt Stellingwerf, Peter Rethinasamy, and more to be confirmed.
For more information, visit guildfordfringe.com
MARVELUS: ALL THE MARVEL MOVIES…KIND OF / OCTOBER 1 / RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE, WALTON ON THAMES
Fancy marvelling at some madcap adventures this month? Head for Walton’s Riverhosue Barn Arts Centre and catch this unofficial Marvel parody show which will make your face ache with joy. Enjoy an evening of ridiculous entertainment as the comedy double-act of The Just Us League embark on a Marvel-centric adventure that is jam-packed with sketches. If you like your superhero movies, then you’re going to love this. Fact.
For more information, visit riverhousebarn.co.uk
SURREY HILLS ARTISAN MARKET / OCTOBER 2 / CRANLEIGH HIGH STREET
Showcasing the wide array of handmade and locally-produced gifts, food, drink, art and crafts from independent businesses made in the Surrey Hills, make your way to Cranleigh High Street from 10 am to 4 pm for this family-friendly event. Featuring local artisans and their Surrey Hills-made produce, treats to browse and buy from, including handmade chocolates and brownies, artisan drinks, handcrafted leather goods, natural skincare, beautiful jewellery, original artworks, giftware, home and leisure pieces, and more.
For more information, visit surreyhills.org
WALTON FARMERS’ MARKET / OCTOBER 10 / HEART SHOPPING CENTRE, WALTON-ON-THAMES
From 9.30am – 2pm, find a treasure trove of treats for you and your kitchen cupboards at Walton’s Farmers’ Market. Discover independent traders selling their wares as well as local and seasonal produce.
For more information, visit surreymarkets.co.uk
HASLEMERE FARMERS’ MARKET / october 2 / high street, haslemere
Head for Haslemere High Street this Saturday from 10am – 1.30pm and find the monthly farmers’ market providing you with a wholesome array of local and seasonal food and drink supplies.
For more information, visit surreyfarmersmarkets.org
ENGLISH WINE & CHEESE TASTING / OCTOBER 2, 16 + 30 / ALBURY ORGANIC VINEYARD
English cheese has been famed around the world for generations, but thanks to independent winery’s such as Albury Organic Vineyard, English wine has now joined cheese as one of our most sought-after products. At this event, you’ll be able to enjoy both together, with a guided tasting of three of the estate’s award-winning sparkling wines, followed by a selection of the finest English cheeses. Admire views from the barn over the vineyard, or venture outside for a walk amongst the vines.
For more information, visit alburyvineyard.com
GUILDFORD BOOK FESTIVAL / OCTOBER 3 – 26 / VARIOUS VENUES, GUILDFORD
The Guildford Book Festival is back with its 32nd edition to provide literary lovers with an array of readings and events from some of the country’s finest writers and personalities. Taking place at venues across the town, highlights include; Vince Cable (October 5 / Electric Theatre), Jeremy Vine (October 6 / Electric Theatre), Mel Giedroye (October 7 / Electric Theatre) and Readers’ Day (October 9 / Harbour Hotel).
For more information, visit guildfordbookfestival.co.uk
WHITEHILL & BORDON VEGAN MARKET / OCTOBER 3 / THE SHED @ WHITEHILL & BORDON
If you’re keen on leading a lifestyle that lends itself to conserving and preserving the planet, then head for this awesome ethical and vegan market in Whitehill & Bordon. From 10.30am – 3.30pm discover new ways to reduce your carbon footprint and leave feeling inspired to put your new found knowledge into practice with a purpose.
For more information, visit ethicalveganevents.com
WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD / OCTOBER 5 – 6 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Based on the award-winning picture book by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, join a particularly clever Ladybird as she leads the farmyard animals in an effort to foil the dastardly plans of Hefty High and Lanky Len as they try to steal the farmer’s prized cow.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
GUILDFORD FARMERS’ MARKET / OCTOBER 5 / HIGH STREET, GUILDFORD
Guildford’s monthly farmers’ market returns to the setts of the High Street promising attendees plenty of stalls to browse and buy from. Featuring artisan producers, as well as local and seasonal produce, pick up some tasty treats this week.
For more information, visit guildford.gov.uk
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG / OCTOBER 5 – 9 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING
The multi-award-winning comedy The Play That Goes Wrong comes crashing into Woking this month for a night of mishaps and mayhem on stage. The Cornley Drama Society are putting on a 1920s themed murder mystery, and what might go wrong will more than certainly go wrong. Brilliantly funny and extraordinarily ridiculous till the very end, expect some serious face-ache.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com
FIRST TIME / OCTOBER 7 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Written and performed by HIV+ theatre-maker Nathaniel Hall (It’s a Sin), First Time is the frank, honest, funny, and heartbreaking autobiographical show about growing up positive in a negative world. Fifteen years since his first time and living his best life brunching on pills and googling Kangaroo vaginas, have life’s party balloons just burst?
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
CATCH OF THE DAY / OCTOBER 7 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Take a trip to the Emerald Isle and the small fishing-town of Dingly for a hilarious night of theatre based on an unbelievable true story. When a skipper sails into town with an unusual catch, a cast of unsuspecting characters, including the head of the Irish government, a magical dolphin and the actual Queen of England, to name but a few, ensure that a night of confusion and craic ensues.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
JAMES BOND 007 AUCTION / OCTOBER 8 / EWBANK’S AUCTION ROOMS, WOKING
Find 007-heaven at Ewbank’s Auction Rooms near Woking this month with this specially curated James Bond movie memorabilia collection. Satisfy your license to bid and win on an array of movie posters and more as Ian Fleming’s famed double agent becomes the main feature of this unmissable auction. Browse the catalogue online beforehand, find your favourite items, and prepare to go head to head with fellow faithful followers of the man they call Bond. James Bond.
For more information, visit ewbanksauctions.co.uk
OKTOBERFEST GUILDFORD / OCTOBER 8 – 9 / STOKE PARK, GUILDFORD
Roll up, roll up and enter the Grand Bier Tent, erected for your salubrious and celebratory pleasure this October on the Northside of Stoke Park in Guildford. Experience a traditional Oktoberfest as this famous Bavarian bash is brought back to Guildford for another year of frivolities and festivities. Choose from three separate sessions taking place throughout the weekend before you enjoy a bounty of bratwurst, traditional folk music, much dancing and a stein or two of beer.
For more information, visit oktoberfestguildford.co.uk
PUSS IN BOOTS / OCTOBER 9 / CRANLEIGH ARTS CENTRE
Perfect for little people aged 4+, head to Cranleigh Arts Centre this month for a theatrical feast in the form of Puss in Boots. Catch this classic furry-tale as a cast of puppets transport you to a magical and mythical land of talking cats.
For more information, visit cranleighartscentre.org
RIPLEY FARMERS’ MARKET / OCTOBER 9 / VILLAGE GREEN, RIPLEY
Roam over to Ripley from 9am – 1pm and enjoy their monthly farmers’ market held on the scenic setting of the village green. find some tasty treats for the weekend.
For more information, visit ripleyfarmersmarket.co.uk
DORKING ARTISAN MARKET / OCTOBER 10 / ST MARTIN’S WALK CAR PARK, DORKING
The monthly Dorking Artisan Market celebrates the very best local products made by small businesses and artisanal producers. With the next market being held in St Martin’s Walk Car Park from 11 am – 4 pm on Sunday, October 10, browse a huge variety of stalls including junktiques, arts and crafts, artisan food and drink and vintage brocante and meet the fascinating local traders behind the businesses. With free Sunday parking and entry to the market also free, Dorking Artisan Market provides the perfect excuse for a day out in Dorking and a stroll to discover the town’s independent shops, cafes and businesses.
For more information, visit hellodorking.co.uk
WALTON FOLK – DAN WALSH / OCTOBER 10 / RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE, WALTON ON THAMES
Maker of amazing music, Dan Walsh brings his bewildering banjo playing skills to Walton Folk club this month. Think sitar playing Ravi Shankar with the funk-bass of Flea from Red Hot Chilli Peppers, and you’ll be close to imagining the sound that Dan Walsh brings to the stage. So if you like your music to be interesting, then this show has got your name all over it.
For more information, visit riverhousebarn.co.uk
NO SUCH THING AS A FISH: NERD IMMUNITY /OCTOBER 10 / RICHMOND THEATRE
Love a pun? Hungry for knowledge? Fancy some funny? The UK’s top podcast is back on the road for the first time since 2019, with some seriously pent-up nerdery to bestow upon thee. Featuring a live recording of a podcast episode as well as the first half packed with funny facts, get your geek squad to unite for an unmissable night among your fellow nerds.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com