THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT! EVENTS IN SURREY THIS AUGUST
Nothing says summer like fun in the sun – and lots of it! From outdoor theatre and stand-up comedy, to live music and all day festivals – find out what’s on in Surrey this August with our monthly chronicle of all things arts, crafts and culture.
THE SECRET DIARY OF HENRY VIII / JULY 31 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
The Three Inch Fools present an essential guide on how to keep your head in the Tudor Court. Unexpectedly thrust into the limelight, young Henry navigates the ups and downs of courtly life, and all whilst fighting the French (again) and re-writing religion. The Fools hit the road with this brand new comedy – a mad-capped take on Britain’s most epic monarch, and those infamous wives. Bring a blanket to sit on and soak up some history at West Horsley Place this July.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
MASSAOKE / AUGUST 1 / EPSOM DOWNS RACECOURSE
MASSAOKE returns to Epsom Downs Racecourse this month live after racing on Hyperion Lawn. Picture the scene; a brilliant live band plays hairbrush anthems from across the decades – accompanied by giant video lyrics – and everyone sings together. Expect sequins, spandex, rockstar poses and infinite air guitar. All you need to do is BRING THE SING! Be there.
For more information, visit thejockeyclub.co.uk/epsom
SHAKESPEARE’S MIDSUMMER PICNIC / AUGUST 2 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
Bottom, Quince, Snug and the other mechanicals from A Midsummer Night’s Dream invite you to witness their rehearsals for the wedding of Theseus and Hippolyta. In the late summer sun bring along a picnic to the stunning 18th century walled gardens at West Horsley Place. Sit back and relax in the beautiful surroundings while performers from Guildford Shakespeare Company bring you some immersive midsummer mayhem!
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
LIVE AT LOSELEY / AUGUST 2 – 4 / LOSELEY PARK, GUILDFORD
Get set for three incredible nights of entertainment amongst glorious surroundings as Live at Loseley Park takes place this month. Featuring a night of The Best of Frankie Valli on Friday night, a firework fiesta, 24-piece orchestra and West End scores galore on Saturday and to finish things off, Sunday night sees a Cinematic Symphony featuring classics such as Indiana Jones, Star Wars, E.T and Harry Potter. Bring a picnic or tuck into the food and drink treats on site. Oh, and get some tickets pronto!
For more information, visit liveatloseley.com
STAYCATION LITE / AUGUST 2 – 3 / PHILLIPS MEMORIAL PARK CLOISTER
Staycation Live has grown significantly over the years, and so the three organiser are in need of a little break. Now taking place every other year, it’ll be back in 2025 but fear not! The team couldn’t resist throwing a little shindig, so brace yourselves for Staycation Lite. Tickets are listed so be quick – this intimate part-ay will take place at the Philips Memorial Park Cloister – expect vibes.
For more information, visit staycationlivefestival.co.uk
MUSIC IN THE VINEYARD / AUGUST 4 + 7 / ALBURY VINEYARD
Head to Albury Vineyard this month for a special evening of Songs from the Golden Age of Musical Theatre. Emily Wenman and Frances Gregory return (with Richard Leach tickling the ivories) to transport you back to the jazz-infused golden era of musical theatre. The famous melodies of of Cole Porter, Ivor Novello, George Gershwin and Rodgers & Hammerstein provide the perfect soundtrack for a very enchanted evening.
For more information, visit alburyvineyard.com
AFTERNOON JAZZ ON THE MEADOW / AUGUST 4 – 26 / PAINSHILL, COBHAM
Taking place on Sundays throughout August, listen to live jazz from The Sarah Jane Eveleigh Jazz Quartet. Performed under the marquee on the meadow, enjoy a sumptuous repertoire from the Great American Songbook as well as a few hidden gems…delightful. Book tickets online.
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN THE MUSICAL / AUGUST 5 – 10 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING
Arriving at Woking’s New Victoria Theatre this August – prepare to be swept off your feet with An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical, based on the award-winning 80s movie. This timeless story of love, courage, and redemption will make your heart soar and leave you breathless, longing for more. Gush.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/venues/new-victoria-theatre/
ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT / AUGUST 7 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
Summertime sounds are in store, as hip-hop legends Arrested Development arrive at the Boileroom in Guildford. Emerging in the early ’90s as a beacon of conscious hip-hop, fusing intricate rhymes with soulful melodies and socially conscious lyrics – the Grammy award-winning group bring the positive vibes and unity.
For more information, visit theboileroom.net
RETRO VIDEO GAMES & CONSOLES AUCTION / AUGUST 8 / EWBANK’S AUCTION ROOMS, WOKING
Love old-school games consoles? Chunky plastic encased 16-bit genius cartridges that saw the birth of gaming as we know it are up for grabs at the esteemed Ewbank’s Auction Rooms near Woking this August. Pop along for the live auction and get your hands on some history.
For more information, visit ewbankauctions.co.uk
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM / AUGUST 8 / HATCHLANDS PARK, EAST CLANDON
Immersion Theatre present their acclaimed production of Shakespeare’s funniest, most magical comedy of all: A Midsummer Night’s Dream! taking place at Hatchlands Park on the outskirts of Guildford, this hilarious adaptation sees Shakespeare’s fantastical characters brought vividly to life as audiences are transported to an enchanting world bursting with magic, romance, and of course, heaps of laugh-out-loud comedy.
For more information, visit nationaltrust.org.uk
FUNNIES, FUDGE AND FORTUNES / AUGUST 8 / THE ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Two stand-up comedy shows in an evening of sweet things, psychic happenings and gut busting jokes! Standup comedians Sarah Iles and Diane Spencer perform their brand new shows back to back for an exciting and unique evening at The Electric Theatre in Guildford this month.
For more information, visit electric.theatre
MCFLY / AUGUST 8 / SANDOWN PARK RACROURSE, ESHER
Pop-punk-rock megastars, McFly perform live in Surrey this month. Get set as they prepare to play all their hits and fan favourites from the past twenty-one years at Sandown Park Racecourse.
For more information, visit thejockeyclub.co.uk
STEP INTO RICHMOND – ADULT DANCE CLASS / AUGUST 9 / RICHMOND THEATRE
Over 50? Fancy a fun way to move around, stay active and meet some likeminded folks? Step into Richmond is Richmond Theatre’s groovy 60-minute movement class. All abilities welcome – book your space online.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/venues/richmond-theatre
SPITFIRE PATROL / AUGUST 9 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
Spitfire Patrol is a female-led one-act comedy that follows a group of adventurous girl guides living through the tumultuous years of World War II. In their determination “to “do their bit” for England, they strike out on their own and conduct a patrol camp to test their skills. Find out what it truly means to “be prepared” with an evening of outdoor theatre at West Horsley Place this month.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
EXPERIMENTAL DRAWING / AUGUST 10 / FARNHAM MALTINGS, FARNHAM
Create a series of drawings inspired by natural forms at Farnham Matings this month. In this morning workshop you will try drawing with sticks, pencils and paint and mix up the time from 30 seconds to 3 minutes that you spend drawing the same objects. You will even have a go at drawing music! Enjoy picking up a pencil and saying hello to your creative side. Suitable for all skill levels. All materials provided. Get experimental.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
MARTKET / AUGUST 10 / NEW HOUSE ART SPACE, GUILDFORD
A whole bunch of local (and less local) artists and makers displaying their best goods at Guildford’s New House Art Space this month. There’ll be bunch of new things, forgotten things, free things. The works!
For more information, visit newhouse.art
TUBEWAY DAYS – THE GARY NUMAN LIVE EXPERIENCE 1979/80 / AUGUST 10 / THE ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Since relaunching the band to the live circuit in 2021 with their new “Gary Numan”; frontman Chris Fielding, Tubeway Days – The Gary Numan Live Experience 1979/80 have been thrilling fans with their stunning replication of the Gary Numan early era classic songs. With a committed attention to detail, get set back to return to 1979/80 and experience Gary Numan as he once was.
For more information, visit electric.theatre
DUBAI DUTY FREE SHERGAR CUP FEAT. SUGABABES / AUGUST 10 / ASCOT RACECOURSE
An exciting six-race contest is followed by a lively post-racing concert, with music presented by The Cambridge Club. Headlined by the Sugababes, supporting acts will be, Ministry of Sound Ibiza Anthems ft. Ellie Sax, Scouting For Girls, Denise Van Outen (DJ Set)
For more information, visit ascot.com
JAPANESE KURINUKI CERAMICS / AUGUST 13 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
A traditional hand building technique in Japan, Kurinuki involves carving from a single block of clay to create a vessel such as an indoor planter. A method that is intended to be spontaneous and unrefined, forming ornamental surface decoration by carving fluid shapes and designs into the clay – discover the tips and tricks to create your own at this creative workshop taking place at West Horsely Place this August.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
OUTDOOR THEATRE: HENRY V / AUGUST 13 / RECTORY GARDEN, CRANLEIGH
A young superstar King has ascended the English throne. When his advisors tell him the French throne is rightfully his too, Henry falls for their persuasion. An insult from the Dauphin – heir to the French throne – is enough to trigger Henry, who gathers a mighty fleet and invades France. Outdoor theatre finds its place in The Rectory Garden next to St. Nicolas Church in Cranleigh. Blankets, deck chairs and picnics are actively encouraged!
For more information, visit cranleigharts.org
OUTDOOR THEATRE: HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES / AUGUST 15 / PAINSHILL, COBHAM
Who killed Sir Charles Baskerville? And how does a ghostly hound manage to leave vast paw-prints and other unwelcome evidence of its existence? Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic is brought to life at Painshill. Staged within the Walled Garden, enjoy a curious case uncovered in beautiful surroundings. Food and drink will be available and do a bring a picnic blanket!
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
HOTWAX / AUGUST 15 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
Indie-grunge-garage-punk-rockers Hotwax, arrive at The Boileroom in Guildford this August. Expect a raucous live performance with plenty of energy and plenty of sing-a-longs. Get some tickets quick and get ready to bang your head.
For more information, visit theboileroom.net
WEYFEST / AUGUST 15 – 18 / RURAL LIFE LIVING MUSUEM, TILFORD
Weyfest returns to the Rural Life Centre in Tilford for a mammoth weekend of music and entertainment. Held at the Rural Life Centre near Farnham, this year’s acts include the likes of the Incognito, Dreadzone, Lindisfarne, Hayseed Dixie, Lightning Seeds, Dub Pistols, Big Country, The Feeling, Stereo MC’s, Turin Brakes and soooo many more.
For more information, visit weyfest.co.uk
SOUND BITES: JONAS AND JANE / AUGUST 16 / FARNHAM MALTINGS, FARNHAM
Serving up the best in local music talent and delicious BBQ food, head for Farnham Maltings for an evening of unforgettable melodies and flavours. Join into the Americana infused tones of Jonas and Jane as you tuck into some super tasty BBQ (pre-order).
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
SUMMERTIME LIVE / AUGUST 17 / WINDSOR RACECOURSE
Ready for some more music under the summer sun? Get set to party and head for Windsor Racecourse for three stages of DJs and Live Music. featuring Classic Ibiza, The Shapeshifters, Majestic, Lisa Maffia, 24hr Garage Girls, Fabio & Grooverider, DJ S.K.T, Artful Dodger, Wideboys, DJ Cartier, Karen Harding and more.
For more information, visit summertimelive.co.uk
THE DARK KNIGHT TRILOGY MARATHON / AUGUST 17 / NOVA CINEMA, WOKING
Love Batman? The Dark Knight’s story plays out in full this month, as Woking’s Nova Cinema play’s host to this epic screening of Christopher Nolan’s iconic The Dark Knight Trilogy. The whole 456 minutes. Playing back-to-back, get comfy, get the snacks (lots of them, possibly a picnic), sit back and enjoy.
For more information, visit novacinema.com
THE BALEARIC PICNIC / AUGUST 17 – 21 / GOSTREY MEADOW, FARNHAM
Farnham’s gloriously Gostrey Meadow will be transformed into a Balearic paradise this August. Expect relaxed chilled vibes with lots of local DJs playing Vinyl and digital music for your listening pleasure.
For more information, visit farnham.gov.uk
THE LOTTERY WINNERS / AUGUST 18 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
The infectious indie-pop sounds of The Lottery Winners come to The Boileroom in Guildford later this month. Expect a super fun night of sing-a-longs.
For more information, visit theboileroom.net
LOVELESS / AUGUST 21 / ST JOHN’S CHURCH, KINGSTON
Emo-punk is alive and well. Witness it IRL in Kingston as the ridiculously good Loveless celebrate the release of their new album, Loveless II, with this stripped back acoustic set in an atmospheric and intimate setting of St John’s Church. Epic.
For more information, visit banquetrecords.com
LINOCUT PRINTMAKING & RUBBER STAMP CARVING WORKSHOP / AUGUST 21 + 28 CASS ART, KINGSTON
fancy getting creative? Discover the art of printmaking in this Linocut workshop! Participants will be guided in detail through the process of turning designs into beautiful lino prints, from sketching, to carving, and finally, printing. This hands-on workshop is beginner friendly and suitable for anyone interested in the art of printmaking.
For more information, visit cassart.co.uk
BOOGIE DAYS / AUGUST 24 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Dance away the Saturday from 3pm to 8pm, at this Daytime Disco for the over 30s! Featuring awesome tracks from the 70s, 80s, 90s and a few anthems from later decades of dance. Expect laser shows, inflatables, dry ice, confetti cannons, disco merchandise – the lot. Pop some corks with your crew and feel the vibes. Home by 9pm – yes!
For more information, visit trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford
TINTYPE PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO / AUGUST 29 – 31 / WATTS GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE, COMPTON
Don’t miss this special opportunity to for a studio session with professional, award-winning photographer Emma Brown to capture your individual or family portrait with the timeless look of traditional tintype photography. Emma invites you to join her for your session in the studio which has been turned into a darkroom so that you can sit for your portrait and see the fascinating alchemy of the process as it is developed on the metal plate in front of you. You will take home this unique handmade tintype plate and will also receive a digital copy of the image for additional prints.
For more information, visit wattsgallery.org.uk
THE NORTHERN SOUL CLASSICS ORCHESTRA / AUGUST 30 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Don your sharpest threads and get ready to be transported to a world where soulful melodies and irresistible sounds reign supreme. Whether you’re a die-hard Northern Soul enthusiast or a newcomer to the scene, the Northern Soul Classics Orchestra is here to make your heart sing, your feet tap along, and your soul soar.
For more information, visit trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford
DIZZEE RASCAL / AUGUST 31 / KEMPTON PARK RACECOURSE
UK Music icon Dizzee Rascal comes to Kempton Park for a huge outdoor show! With support from Professor Green, expect a festival experience with bars, street food, funfair, glitter stalls, entertainers and more! Snap pop some tickets quick.
For more information, visit thejockeyclub.co.uk/kempton
THE SCULPTURE PARK / CHURT, NR FARNHAM
Featuring over 650 modern and contemporary sculptures displayed over ten acres of arboretum and water gardens, The Sculpture Park in Churt is one of those awe-inspiring places that you thought couldn’t surely exist right on your doorstep. Get away from it all and get lost in these gorgeous gardens this summer.
For more information, visit thesculpturepark.com
SOUL MUSIC SATURDAY / AUGUST 31 / SANDOWN PARK RACECOURSE, ESHER
What better way to end the summer holidays than with a day out at Sandown Park Racecourse! Get the Sky Bet Soul Music Saturday on 31 August in the diary for a thrilling double header of live racing and music. Seven world-class races out on the track before the party starts and Soul Music Radio take over for a live DJ set. You can jump into the parade ring and send the summer out in style with one last hoorah!
For more information, visit thejockeyclub.co.uk/sandown-park