YES FAM!
Attention oh forager of fun days out for the family, stop right here. For the best days out in Surrey and beyond, take a peek at our pick of what’s on this May. From splish-splashing around to Jubilee jousting and everything in between – find good times by the tonne and check it..
GUILDFORD LIDO SUMMER SEASON / APRIL 30 / GUILDFORD LIDO
If your inner dolphin has missed the sound of water gently lapping against your skin, the wait is finally over. Providing the perfect escape for families seeking some fun and sun, Guildford Lido opens for the summer season this April. So enjoy a day with the family poolside and feel like you’re a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of Guildford town centre.
For more information, visit freedom-leisure.co.uk
BRING YOUR OWN BABY COMEDY CLUB / MAY 3 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
New parent? Love watching stand-up comedy but hate to leave the little ones at home? This May, find your way to Farnham Maltings for the Bring Your Own Baby Comedy Club, whereby you, the parent, arrive, with baby in tow, to be entertained by some of the best up-and-coming comedians on the circuit.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
THE GIRAFFE WHO WOULDN’T BATH / MAY 4 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Meet Gerald – the baby giraffe who doesn’t like to bath. Afraid of the water, every animal kingdom knows that everyone washes from head to toe. Ideal for the little ones in your life, discover how icky and sticky life can become when you don’t have a bath. Inventive, interactive, and enjoy a perfect springtime treat for the family this May at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre.
For more information, visit Yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
JARRED CHRISTMAS & HOBBIT: THE MIGHTY KIDS BEATBOX COMEDY SHOW / MAY 7 / BELLERBY STUDIO, G LIVE, GUILDFORD
For crazy kids who love the boom, bap of beats and music, get yourselves to G Live in Guildford for a play date with award-winning comedian Jarred Christmas and world champion beatboxer Hobbit. Direct from sell-out shows around the UK, it’s the hottest ticket in town, so pop on your oven gloves, and get involved!
For more information, visit glive.co.uk
ROBIN HOOD RESCUES THE FOREST / MAY 7 / RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE, WALTON
Robbing the rich and giving to the poor may have finally caught up with the wood-dwelling hero Robin Loxley. But, with Prince John at the end of his tether and orders to burn down the forest given, can Robin outwit His Highness for good. Filled with comedy and music, enjoy this interactive performance for the whole family at Walton’s Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre.
For more information, visit riverhousebarn.co.uk
BABY BRUNCH / MAY 10 / DOUBLETREE BY HILTON, KINGSTON UPON THAMES
We know what it’s like. Babe in arms, adjusting to this called parenthood, whilst trying to do all the things one expects of a parent. It’s tough out there. But fear not because we’re all in the same boat. Meet, chat and explore parenthood with fellow newbies at this fantastic Baby Brunch event in Kingston. Grab some food for you and your little one whilst meeting some potential BFFs.
For more information, visit kingstonbabytalk.co.uk
WEYBRIDGE COLOUR ME KRAZY 5K / MAY 14 / COWEY SALE, WALTON ON THAMES
Fancy getting messy? When the opportunity arises to make merry havoc with the fam, without the impending clean-up that might typically ensue, mums and dads be like, “oh yes, please”. So spend some energy and head for Weybridge for the Colour Me Crazy 5k. Run, walk, chase each other, all the while getting splashed with a rainbow of colours throughout. Sign me up!
For more information, visit alpestrinesports.club
PEPPA PIG’S BEST DAY EVER / MAY 18 – 19 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING
Spend the afternoon with everyone’s favourite, Peppa Pig, as she is accompanied by George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig for a road trip to remember. Packed with plenty of songs and games, go on an adventure at Woking’s New Victoria Theatre this month.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/woking
THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA / MAY 19 – 21 / RICHMOND THEATRE
The Olivier Award-winning production of The Tiger Who Came To Tea comes to Richmond Theatre this May. 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 atgtickets.com/richmond
ESHER MAY FAIR / MAY 21 / ESHER GREEN
This month, the annual Esher May Fair makes a welcome return to our calendars, promising a day of family fun activities and local craft stalls to browse and buy from. From the funfair and ferret-racing to the Tea Pavilion and Pimms Tent – join in with the festivities on Esher Green from noon onwards.
For more information, visit eshermayfair.org
ADVENTURES OF AN UGLY DUCKLING / MAY 25 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic, Adventures of an Ugly Duckling is a brand new adaptation written and told by Hannah Summers. Filled with interactive and sensory role-play, toddlers and their parents should make their way to the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre’s Mill Studio this month for an adventure with the ugly duck Tully whose thirst for adventure leads her to discover who she is and where she truly belongs.
For more information, visit Yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
THE GUNPOWDER PLOT / MAY 28 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
Enjoy a ‘banging day out with the family this May and head for West Horsley Place as theatre company Three Inch Fools come to entertain one and all with The Gunpowder Plot – whose most notorious ‘plotter’, Guy Fawkes, was a footman at West Horsley Place. The performance promises fun for all the family and will be staged outside in Home Paddock (pre-booking is essential, and tickets are on sale now).
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org.uk
SLAY DUGGEE / MAY 29 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
Love your music like you love your oversized toddler – heavy metal fans can put their hands up and celebrate as Slay Duggee comes to The Boileroom in Guildford. Like the day raves you may have come across, Slay Duggee plays all your favourite rock anthems. Cool fact: The composer of the theme tune to CBeebies hit series Hey Duggee went to George Abbot School in Guildford.
For more information, visit theboileroom.net
ALL ABOARD CLUB / MAY 29 / THE LIGHTBOX, WOKING
All Aboard Club provide inclusive play sessions for autistic, ADHD and special needs children. Held at The Lightbox, children can build and play with colossal train sets in a safe, understanding and supportive environment. At these sessions, the children are in charge. They can run the trains, build the track, and sort out any problems. It builds their confidence, reduces their anxiety, and allows them to play for hours while developing their social and communication skills.
For more information, visit thelightbox.org.uk
LET’S ALL DANCE: THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA / MAY 29 / ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Enjoy a fairytale performance filled with music and dancing as this charming production of The Princess and The Pea arrives on stage at the Electric Theatre. When a young prince fails to find a princess he likes, his dearest Mother, the Queen, steps in. Setting a variety of tests for a mysterious woman who comes to the palace, will true love prevail? A great lesson in never judging a book by its cover, the show is ideal for ages 2 – 11, including with those with special needs.
For more information, visit electric.theatre
OI FROG & FRIENDS! LIVE ON STAGE / MAY 31 – JUNE 4 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON
Join FROG, DOG and CAT live on stage in Oi Frog & Friends! at Kingston’s Rose Theatre later this month. Packed with music, songs, laughter, and more rhymes than you can shake a chime at – Oi Frog makes an ideal introduction to theatre for the kids and the perfect entertainment for families and kids aged 3+.
For more information, visit rosetheatre.org
THE JUBILEE JOUST / JUNE 1 – 5 / HAMPTON COURT PALACE
Pomp, ceremony and splendour reign supreme as Hampton Court Palace celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with a good ol’ Joust. Knights from around the country will gather to duel one another in a bid to claim the coveted Jubilee Cup and be hailed as champion. A family spectacular to behold, one should book some tickets quick for a day to remember this June.
For more information, visit hrp.org.uk
SURREY HILLS BABY CLOTHES LIBRARY
If you’re feeling the pinch in your pocket and can’t quite muster the cash to buy your baby clothes that they will inevitably grow out of in 6 weeks, then the Surrey hills Baby Clothes Library may just be able to help. Simply let them know what you’re after, and they’ll pick and pack a bag for your babe. Then, once they’ve grown out of them, simply return the clothes and carry on the cycle.
For more information, visit facebook.com/surreyhillsbabyclotheslibrary