YES FAM! THE BEST FAMILY DAYS OUT
Spring is all but sprung, and the smell of adventure is in the air. If you’re looking for some of the best family days out in Surrey this March, then you’ve come to the right place. From family raves and a morning on the farm, to ideas for Mother’s Day surprises and early Easter Egg trails…I know what you’re thinking – Yes Fam!
AMERICAN RUMBLE WRESTLING / MARCH 1 / HASLEMERE HALL
Ready for an absolutely epic wrestling showdown? Head for Haslemere Hall this March for some slamming’ American Wrestling. Heavyweight star Bullit, one of the biggest names in UK wrestling, tops the bill with an action-packed programme will include tag- team and solo bouts, with the highlight being the all-in battle royal in which the wrestlers are eliminated by being thrown out of the ring over the top rope, and the last man standing is the winner.
For more information, visit haslemerehall.co.uk
KIDS OF KANE / MARCH 2 / THE WILFRID NOYCE CENTRE, GODALMING
Kane FM hosts this very special family rave this November. Catch DJs from the station playing the best in Bouncy House, followed by a high-energy Jungle and DnB set. Enjoy bubbles, lights, lasers and much more in Godalming.
For more information, visit kanefm.com
FARM OPEN MORNING / MARCH 3 / THE FARM, MERRIST WOOD, WORPLESDON
Spend the morning at Merrist Wood for an open morning on the farm. Come and meet all the wonderful farm animals – piglets, goat kids, sheep and lambs, Darcey the donkey, cheerful chickens, happy ducks and, of course, a turkey! If you love a morning walk with your children or family, this is a great opportunity to come along and say hello to the alpacas, llamas and rheas. You will be able to get up close and pet the animals, animal feed will be available at an extra charge. This is a great opportunity to take lots of pictures of your time on the farm.
For more information, visit merristwoodevents.co.uk
THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA / MARCH 5 / DORKING HALLS
The Olivier Award-winning production of The Tiger Who Came To Tea comes to Dorking Hall this month. Following a smash-hit West End season, the tea-guzzling tiger is back on the road in this delightful family show, packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos!
For more information, visit dorkinghalls.co.uk
MORGAN & WEST’S MASSIVE MAGIC SHOW FOR KIDS AND CHILDISH GROWN UPS / MARCH 9 / THE ELECTRIC THATRE, GUILDFORD
Come one come all for magic, mischief, and mayhem! Roll up, roll up! Morgan & West are back with a massive magic show for kids (and their childish grown-ups)! Expect gawps, gasps, and guffaws in this relentlessly funny and fantastical magic filled extravaganza, guaranteed to delight those aged five and 105, and indeed everyone in between!
For more information, visit electric.theatre
KOKEDAMA WORKSHOP / MARCH 10 / PAINSHILL, COBHAM
Let mum spend a mindful morning learning about the art of Kokedama at this workshop held at Painshill Park. Literally translated as moss ball, get expert guidance from tutor Renee AKA The Girl Who Gardens as you mould and bind two Kokedama using houseplants, moss and twine.
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
MOTHER’S DAY RETREAT / VOCO LYTHE HILL HOTEL, HASLEMERE
Let’s face it. Mum works hard doesn’t she? And even if she doesn’t, maybe it’s just because she need’s to be shown some particularly nice TLC. And what better way to bestow your appreciation than buy booking mother dearest into this Retreat Day held at the oh-so beautiful VOCO Lythe Hill Hotel and Spa. Enjoy a 40 minute Pilates class, two-course lunch as well as the use of the leisure facilities including; Swimming Pool, Sauna, Steam Room, Whirlpool and Gym. Good work son/daughter.
For more information, visit lythehill.co.uk
MOTHER’S DAY SUNDAY ROAST / MARCH 10 / DENBIES WINE ESTATE
Treat dearest mama to a sumptuous Sunday Roast overlooking the vineyards of Denbies. Dine in the Garden Room and enjoy some afternoon entertainment from the fabulous Mikey JC!
For more information, visit denbies.co.uk
MOTHER’S DAY AFTERNOON TEA / MARCH 10 / BARNETT HILL HOTEL, WONERSH, GUILDFORD
A quintessentially classic treat for Ma is an Afternoon Tea befitting the Queen of your castle. head for the achingly gorgeous Barnett Hill Hotel on the outskirts of Guildford for some afternoon delights. Booking is essential.
For more information, visit alexanderhotels.co.uk/barnett-hill/
TRACTOR RALLY / MARCH 16 – 17 / RURAL LIFE LIVING MUSEUM
Love tractors? Who doesn’t? Discover a fanfare of fantastic farm machinery at the Rural Life Living Museum as terrific tractors by the tonne load take over the site. With working machinery and demonstrations, ‘Sit in the Seat’ of a vintage tractor, and more, expect a fantastic family day out for all.
For more information, visit rural-life.org.uk
BIG EASTER STATUE TRAIL / MARCH 16 – APRIL 14 / PAINSHILL, COBHAM
Ready for an Egg Hunt? Giant eggs are waiting to be found in the Painshill landscape this Easter. Come along and see if you can find all the colourful characters. A trail sheet will be available to pick up at the entrance. Bring a pencil, and tick off the eggs as you find them in the landscape.
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
BIG FISH, LITTLE FISH FAMILY RAVE / MARCH 17 / FARNHAM MATLINGS
Calling all occupants of interplanetary craft and space cadets everywhere! The award-winning, original family ravers Big Fish Little Fish return again to Farnham after a turn around the sun. This time our resident DJs, Baker & Beale, will not only be accompanied by the usual confetti, bubbles, balloons and foam (along with banging club classics from acid house onwards)
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
BABY FRIENDLY CINEMA CLUB – BARBIE / MARCH 21 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Are you a new mum or dad? Feeling that need to get out and feed your adult brain? Head for G Live in Guildford for their monthly baby friendly cinema club. This month is 2023’s modern classic – Barbie!
For more information, visit trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford
CHILDREN’S BUSINESS FAIR / MARCH 23 / HIGH STREET, GUILDFORD
Little Lord Sugar’s and baby Steven Bartlett’s will be showing and telling all at this excellent Children’s Business Fair on Guildford High Street. Discover young enterprising folks selling their wares and be inspired by the next generation of entrepreneurs.
For more information, visit childrensbusinessfair.co.uk
EASTER LINDT GOLD BUNNY HUNT / MARCH 23 – APRIL 14 / HAMPTON COURT PALACE
The Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt returns to the beautiful surroundings of Hampton Court Palace. Hunt high and low around Henry VIII’s home and gardens and meet some of the palace’s most famous characters from the past.
For more information, visit hrp.org.uk
SPRING FAMILY RACEDAY / MARCH 24 / ASCOT RACECOURSE
Free for under-18s, Ascot Racecourse’s Spring Family Raceday will make the perfect day out for the whole family this March. Enjoy the thrills and spills of top-class horse racing, alongside a range of countryside-themed activities for racegoers of all ages.
For more information, visit ascot.com
THE LION INSIDE / MARCH 28 – APRIL 14 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON
A heart-warming story about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar. Fed up of being ignored and forgotten by the other animals, Mouse wishes he could roar like Lion. But, as he discovers, even the biggest, bossiest people are scared sometimes … and even the smallest creatures can have the heart of a lion! Suitable for kids aged 3+ get some tickets quick for a magical trip to the theatre.
For more information, visit rosetheatre.org
THE GRUFFALO’S CHILD / MARCH 29 – 31 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. One wild and windy night, the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep, dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures – but the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he? Let your imagination run wild with songs, laughs and scary fun for everyone aged 3 to 103.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk