THE SPORTS LOCKER: FIXTURES & EVENTS
Sports. Sports. Sports. From ways to get fit to the latest fixtures, events, workshops and classes; the latest edition of The Sports Locker includes all the essentials you need this April in Surrey. Netball, Ice Hockey, E-Foiling, Rollerskiing and local derbies await.
THE LEGENDS MATCH: SURREY STORM VS WASPS / APRIL 1 / SURREY SPORTS PARK, GUILDFORD
For a spot of sporting nostalgia, head to Surrey Sports Park this month and enjoy this Legends Match between Surrey Storm and Wasps. Celebrating the career of Storm and Wasps Icon Rachel Dunn, catch a classic and some certified legends of the game.
For more information, visit surreystormnetball.co.uk
GUILDFORD FLAMES VS FIFE FLYERS / APRIL 2 / SPECTRUM LEISURE COMPLEX, GUILDFORD
Are Flames’ hopes of securing the Championship title fading? As the season draws to a close, the Flames have fallen from the 1st position that has been maintained for the majority of the season. Can they achieve maximum points in the season’s remaining games? Catch the Flames take on the Fife Flyers in this must-win fixture.
For more information, visit guildfordflames.com
TEST MATCH SPECIAL LIVE: THE ASHES / APRIL 5 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
After a sell-out live tour in 2022, the Test Match Special team are back on the road – and this time, the Ashes are at stake! Join Jonathan ‘Aggers’ Agnew and Australia bowling legend Glenn McGrath for an evening of stories, memories, and predictions ahead of a massive Ashes summer. Catch the action at Guildford’s G Live this April.
For more information, visit glive.co.uk
E-FOILING / APRIL 6 / BUCKLAND PARK LAGOON
Take to the water (and the sky) this April and try your hand at the latest watersports craze, foiling (electric hydro foiling). A tonne of fun, Reigate-based The SHAC are one of the first companies in the UK to offer efoil coaching and experiences. But what is efoiling? Think surfing but hovering over the water at the same time. Sound wild, right? Get involved and sign up today.
For more information, visit theshac.co.uk
DORKING WANDERERS VS WOKING FC / APRIL 7 / MEADOWBANK STADIUM, DORKING
The Surrey derby between Dorking Wanderers and Woking reruns for a crunch fixture this April. With Woking flying high and Dorking Wanderers not so much, will this be a bragging match between the two sides and can Dorking trip up the Cards in their hunt for promotion? Find out at the Meadowbank this April.
For more information, visit dorkingwanderers.com
SURREY SPORTS PARK OPEN DAY / APRIL 15 / SURREY SPORTS PARK, GUILDFORD
Fancy free access to Surrey’s premier sporting facility? Surrey Sports Park is holding an open day this April whereby you’ll get to take part in a full timetable running all day featuring sessions from across the Sports Park’s sports and fitness programmes, while there will also be open access to facilities such as the gym, swimming pool, climbing wall, sports courts, and The Rig. A family-friendly event; make a day of it and enjoy some sports.
For more information, visit surreysportspark.co.uk
ROLLERSKI / APRIL 16 / DORNEY LAKE, WINDSOR
Love to ski and slalom your way down the slopes but struggle to find some snow-capped peaks to indulge your desires? Have you ever thought about rollerskiing? A great workout that will help improve agility and balance, whizz your way around Dorney Lake near Windsor this April and discover your new favourite sport.
For more information, visit rollerski.co.uk
TRUST 10K RUN / APRIL 23 / POLESDEN LACEY, DORKING
Are you a regular runner looking for a challenge? The National Trust’s monthly 10K trail runs held at Polesden Lacey are a great way to keep fit or train for upcoming challenges. Consisting of various terrains, runners enjoy the exceptional surroundings of Poleden Lacey before heading out onto Ranmore Common. Taking place on the fourth Sunday of every month, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned competitor, all are welcome.
For more information, visit nationaltrust.org.uk
SURREY SCORCHERS VS MANCHESTER GIANTS / APRIL 23 / SURREY SPORTS PARK, GUILDFORD
The last fixture of the Surrey Scorchers season is at the end of the month against the mighty Manchester Giants. Can Scorchers save some face from a gruelling season? Tip-off’s at 2 pm – be there.
For more information, visit surreyscorchers.co.uk
SPRING CELEBRATION + JUMP FINALE / APRIL 28 + 29 / SANDOWN PARK RACECOURSE, ESHER
The first day of the Sandown flat season is anything but flat! You may well see a Derby or Ascot winner at this fixture, with it being the perfect day for the sporting purest. The following day, say so long to the Jump Season at the Jump Finale spectacular at Sundown Park this April.
For more information, visit thejockeyclub.co.uk/sandown
BRUTAL RUN / APRIL 1 / EELMOOR NR FARNBOROUGH
Whether you’re putting yourself through your paces or simply have a penchant for pain, why not take part in this extra-special and exceptionally brutal run? Take on obstacles and test your physical and mental strength on this muddy, ruddy good run.
For more information, visit brutal.run
SUP CLUB / APRIL – OCTOBER / ROAR OUTDOOR, GODALMING
Love a bit of SUP? Join the club, Roar Outdoor’s SUP Club, that is. With a limited number of spaces up for grabs, meet likeminded paddlers and get access to special members paddles and more. So get ready to hit the water this April.
For more information, visit roaroutdoor.co.uk