WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK IN SURREY?
Need to find out what’s on this week in Surrey? If it just so happens that you decided on taking a spot of annual leave this week, then you’ve picked a good one – we’ve got the lot. Family days out, date nights, countryside adventures and more await.
CLAREMONT LIVE! OUTDOOR THEATRE, CINEMA, LIVE MUSIC & DANCE / JULY 2 – AUGUST 13 / CLAREMONT LANDSCAPE GARDENS
Whether it’s outdoor theatre, outdoor cinema, live music or inspiring dance – Claremont Landscape Gardens have it all this summer when it comes to culture. Head online and find a multitude of quite amazing events all within the glorious environs of the landscaped gardens.
For more information, visit nationaltrust.org.uk
MINI GALLERY EXPLORERS (UNDER 5s) / JULY 4 / THE LIGHTBOX, WOKING
Provide the little ones in your life with a sensory experience at Woking’s Lightbox Gallery and Museum this July. Explore the gallery space while inspiring imaginations and improving literacy. Discover the artwork and history displayed with interactive stories, rhymes and creative crafts with The Lightbox team. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis at Reception from 10.30 am on the day.
For more information, visit thelightbox.org.uk
SIMON BRODKIN / JULY 4 / THE BACK ROOM OF THE STAR INN, GUILDFORD
After a sold-out, critically-acclaimed 120-date international tour, Britain’s most-viewed comedian on TikTok, Lee Nelson creator and world-famous prankster who showered Sepp Blatter with dollar bills and handed Theresa May a P45 is back with an outrageous new stand-up show about God, guns, Matt Hancock, Ayatollah Khamenei and a man called Xavier.
For more information, visit guildfordfringefestival.com
THE VERDICT / JULY 4 – 8 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
The powerful bestselling courtroom thriller that inspired a multi Academy Award-Nominated film starring Paul Newman, The Verdict comes to Yvonne Arnaud Theatre this month. Join washed up lawyer Frank Galvin as he gets one last shot at redemption. Let the drama ensue.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
RHS HAMPTON COURT PALACE GARDEN FESTIVAL / JULY 4 – 9 / HAMPTON COURT PALACE
Discover a wonderful world of gardening splendour set in the grounds of this historic palace. From gorgeous cut flowers and vibrant fruit and veg, to thought-provoking gardens exploring topical themes, this is an unmissable event for gardeners and growers.
For more information, visit hrp.org.uk
GUILDFORD TOWN CENTRE CYCLE RACES / JULY 5 / HIGH STREET, GUILDFORD
Whether participating or spectating, expect Guildford Town Centre to become a scintillating sight of bicycles this July as the Guildford Cycle Races take place. Featuring races for all ages, sign up online to take part or simply take a pew somewhere in town and watch cycles aplenty whizz by.
For more information, visit charlottevillecc.org.uk
GUILDFORD ARTS SUMMER EXHIBITION / JULY 5 – 20 / MILL STUDIO, YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
The annual Guildford Arts Summer Exhibition returns to the historic and peaceful riverside setting of the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre’s Mill Studio, in the heart of the town. 23 local and national artists have been invited to show their creativity and expertise in glass, ceramics, sculpture, paintings, drawings, textiles, prints and photography. The Exhibition will be opened at the Private View by the actress Bronagh Waugh, a supporter of the Exhibition. All the artworks on display are for sale.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
THE LORD CHAMBERLAIN’S MEN: ROMEO & JULIET / JULY 5, 15, 16 + 30 / CHISWICK, HOOK, ESHER + GUILDFORD
The Lord Chamberlain’s Men invite you to join them this summer for the timeless and classic love story, Romeo and Juliet. With a history stretching back to William Shakespeare himself they present this great play as he first saw it, in the open air, with an all male cast and Elizabethan costumes, music and dance.
For more information, visit tlcm.co.uk
LIVE MUSIC LATES / JULY 6, 12 + 13 / PAINSHILL PARK, COBHAM
Painshill park’s summer series of Live Music Lates returns this July. Listen to live bands in the beautiful surroundings of Painshill’s tree lined Amphitheatre. Catch Rick Parfitt Jr Band, Dirty DC, Trembling Wilburys, Elite Elton and One Step Behind throughout the month.
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
VEG OVER FIRE / JULY 7 / THE SALT BOX, PRIORY FARM ESTATE, SOUTH NUTFIELD
Fancy a wild food adventure? Head over to the scenic woodland glen that wild cooking aficionados the Salt Box call home and learn how to cook Veg Over Fire. This hands-on learning course will start with a wild brew before venturing for a short forage for some seasonal foodstuffs to season your food with. Discover the art of creating the perfect fire fit for cooking your favoured veg and then cook a selection of delicious vegetarian dishes over the open fire.
For more information, visit wearethesaltbox.co.uk
WINNIE THE POOH / JULY 7 – 9 / RICHMOND THEATRE
Disney’s iconic Winnie the Pooh, Christopher Robin and their best friends Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, Rabbit, and Owl (oh… and don’t forget Tigger too!) have come to life in a beautifully crafted musical stage adaptation. Featuring the Sherman Brothers’ classic Grammy Award-winning music with further songs by A.A. Milne, this beautiful fresh stage adaptation is told with stunning life-sized puppetry through the eyes of the characters we all know and love in a new story from the Hundred Acre Wood.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/richmond
THE CORAL SUMMER FESTIVAL / JULY 7 – 8 / SANDOWN PARK RACECOURSE, ESHER
Sandown Park’s summer spectacular is back for a weekend of racing, entertainment and style. Friday is Ladies Day, offering racing, fashion and live music, while Saturday will see a Card of seven races featuring the sport’s biggest stars.
For more information, visit thejockeyclub.co.uk/sandown
JULIETTE BURTON: NO BRAINER / JULY 7 / THE BACK ROOM OF THE STAR INN, GUILDFORD
We’ve all got a brain, although some work better than others. Juliette’s brain was broken, and in attempting to fix it, she learned a lot. She’ll share it with you in this manual for the mind. But how do you get better for good? Is it mind over matter? And is recovery really a no-brainer? As seen and heard on BBC One, ITV, BBC Radio 4 and BBC Radio 5 Live. Part of Guildford Fringe Festival, snap up some tickets quickly.
For more information, visit guildfordfringefestival.com
DORKING HALLS PLAYS IN THE PARK / JULY 7 + 8 / MEADOWBANK PARK, DORKING
Dorking Halls are bringing the stage to the park this summer with two days of excellent entertainment. Get your laugh on at The Comedy Club on Friday Night, David Walliams’ Bad Dad is one for the families on Saturday afternoon, before Shakespeare takes centre stage in the evening with performances of Macbeth and Romeo & Juliet.
For more information, visit dorkinghalls.co.uk
THE DRIFTERS / JULY 7 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
60s soul legends The Drifters arrive at Guildford’s G Live this July to perform classic hits from the last six decades. Following the phenomenal success of their 65th-anniversary tour in 2018 and their sell-out tour in 2019, the boys are back to bring down the house once again. Featuring hits such as; Saturday Night At Movies, You’re More Than A Number, Come on Over to My Place, Up On The Roof, Under the Boardwalk, Kissin’ in the Back Row, Save the Last Dance for Me, Down on the Beach, Hello Happiness and many many more.
For more information, visit glive.co.uk
ETHICAL VEGAN MARKETS / JULY 8, 15 + 16 / COBHAM, WALTON + FARNHAM
Ethical Vegan Events will once again be popping up throughout Surrey with their excellent markets. Free to attend, expect to find a host of vegan foodie treats and eats and a range of vegan products for you and the home that have been ethically and sustainably produced. Find them in Woking, Cobham, Walton and Farnham this July.
For more information, visit ethicalveganevents.com
FOOTBALL FREDDIE / JULY 8 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
A warm and witty new show for children and their grown-ups about football, teamwork and the joy of joining in. Football Freddie tells the story of Freddie Farren, a little girl who loves football but is too nervous about joining a game in her local park. Out of a magical photograph steps Freddie’s great-great-great uncle Fred, a real footballer from the olden days. Kick-off at Farnham Maltings this July.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
WOW FEST WELLBEING FESTIVAL / JULY 8 – 9 / PAINSHILL PARK, COBHAM
WOW Fest brings together the best in the industry to provide you with the opportunity to learn, explore and develop your mental, physical and spiritual well-being. Their mission is to create a safe space for self-reflection, to share experiences, and challenge stereotypes and the stigma around issues that are often considered ‘taboo’. Expect; Holistic Wellness, Wellbeing & Mental Health, Inspirational Guest Speakers & Live Music, Free Activities including Meditation & Ecstatic Dance, Vegan & Sustainably Sourced Clothing, Gifts, Skincare & Homeware, Energy Healing, Clairvoyant & Psychic Guidance, Forest Bathing, Sound Healing, Cacao Ceremonies, Massages, Reflexology & Aromatherapy, Mindful Crafts & Poetry Cove, Animal Wellness, Children’s Mindfulness & Wellness, Nutritional Food & Drink and more Book tickets online.
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
CAMBERLEY COMEDY FESTIVAL / JULY 8 / CAMBERLEY THEATRE
‘ Tis the season to unashamedly laugh your socks off! Head for Camberley this July and enjoy the return of the Camberley Comedy Festival on the London Road Recreation Ground. The fourth instalment of this festival of funny; step inside the marquee and get treated to some side-splitting stand-up comedy from the hilarious Heidi Regan, the downright silly Sophie Duker and the flippin’ funny Phil Wang.
For more information, visit camberleytheatre.co.uk
CSI CRIME SCENE IMPROVISATION / JULY 8 / THE GUILDHALL, GUILDFORD
No one knows who the killer is, not even the cast! Delve into a world of comedy and crime and put these improvisers through their paces. CSI creates a 100% brand-new whodunnit every show to solve an outlandish murder invented by the audience. Someone’s kicked the bucket. But who, what and how? The choice is yours, the problem is theirs.
For more information, visit guildfordfringefestival.com
BURPHAM WELLFEST / JULY 9 / SUTHERLAND MEMORIAL PARK, GUILDFORD
Get some inspiration for self-preservation at this FREE festival found on the outskirts of Guildford this month. Burpham Wellfest features; free entry, free demonstrations and free talks from a whole host of local wellbeing practitioners. From yoga and tai chi to nutrition, self-care and healing practices – enjoy various activities to help soothe your body, mind and soul this summer.
For more information, visit burphamwellfest.com
GUILDFORD TRIATHLON / JULY 9 / SURREY SPORTS PARK, GUILDFORD
Taking place at Surrey’s premier sporting facility, swim, run and cycle to glory at the Guildford Triathlon this July. Start with a 500-metre swim in Surrey Sports Park’s pool before a 100m dash and, finally, on your bike for 27k of cycling. Set some PBs or simply test your stamina in this triple bill of lung-busting activities.
For more information, visit runthrough.co.uk
THE GUILDFORD BARBERSHOP HARMONY CLUB / JULY 9 / THE ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Guildford Sings! Make your way to Guildford’s Electric Theatre and catch some sweet harmonies this month A joyous celebration of harmony singing, featuring the Surrey Fringe Chorus, plus guest artists from around Guildford. (A donation will be made from the proceeds to The Matrix Trust)
For more information, visit electric.theatre
DUMB BLOW THE NAUGHTY ELEPHANT – THE SUMMER ADULT PANTO / NOW UNTIL JULY 15 / THE FALLEN ANGEL BAR, GUILDFORD
A brand new script by the creative team behind Sinders (2019), D!CK (2020), Pinocchio (2020) and Aladdin One Rub Too Many (2021), Throbbin’ Hood & his Little John (2022). If you are a fan of naughty, smutty and damn right silly humour then the Guildford Fringe Adult Panto is for you!
For more information, visit guildfordfringefestival.com