THE SPORTS LOCKER – FORTHCOMING FIXTURES & EVENTS
Sports. Want some? Whatever your penchant for pulse raising pleasures maybe, we’ve sourced a dozen of the best sports events happening in Surrey this August. Think outdoor swimming, footies fixtures, cricket test matches, golfing extravaganzas and more. Read on sports fan.
EVENING RACING / AUGUST 2 / SANDOWN PARK RACECOURSE, ESHER
Evening racing continues at Sandown Park racecourse in Esher this month. So start the weekend early and head down to the racecourse on Thursday evening to celebrate the beginning of the summer months with this exciting flat race.
For more information, visit thejockeyclub.co.uk/sandown
DORNEY EVENING TRIATHLON / AUGUST 2 / DORNEY LAKE
Cycle, swim and run as you compete in the Eton Dorney Triathlon this month. Taking place at the esteemed Olympic venue, this traffic-free triathlon event is flat and very, very fast, which is perfect for first-time racers and more experienced competitors alike. Sign up today and participate as an individual or as part of a team.
For more information, visit runthrough.co.uk
WOKING FC VS ALTRINCHAM / AUGUST 5 / LAITHWAITE COMMUNITY STADIUM, WOKING
Last season was exciting, eh? The Vanarama National League season begins again at The Laithwaite Community Stadium as Woking FC plays their first home game against Altrincham. Can manager Darren Sarll continue last season’s promotion-chasing form and kick things off with a full house? Catch the Cards in action and book some tickets today.
For more information, visit wokingfc.co.uk
AIG WOMEN’S OPEN / AUGUST 9 – 13 / WALTON HEATH GOLF CLUB
The major championship in Women’s Golf is taking place at Walton Heath, Surrey this month. A landmark event in the sporting calendar, fans attending the AIG Women’s Open will see the world’s best women’s golfers compete for the prestigious major championship, which has been won by the biggest names in the sport, including defending champion Ashleigh Buhai of South Africa, Anna Nordqvist and Annika Sorenstam of Sweden, Georgia Hall of Great Britain, Inbee Park of Korea and Karrie Webb of Australia.
For more information, visit aigwomensopen.com
AN AUDIENCE WITH MONTY PANESAR / AUGUST 10 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
England cricket legend Monty Panesar is coming to Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud this month. Delving into his Sports Locker, Monty will spin you through an evening of tales from his illustrious career. Known as much for his terrible fielding in his early days as for his world-beating left-arm spin, Monty became a household name and helped England to become the number-one Test team on the planet.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
DORKING WANDERERS VS MAIDENHEAD UTD / AUGUST 12 / MEADOWBANK STADIUM
Once more, Dorking enters the fray of England’s fifth tier of football, hoping to improve upon last season’s efforts. Back at Meadowbank Stadium for their first home fixture of the campaign, can the Wanderers use the home crowd and get all 3 points? Find out and book a ticket for a sell-out crowd.
For more information, visit dorkingwanderers.com
DUBAI DUTY FREE SHERGAR CUP / AUGUST 12 / ASCOT RACECOURSE
One of the racecourse’s most popular race days, expect the perfect blend of entertainment both on and off the track. A unique fixture in the global racing calendar, the Dubai Duty-Free Shergar Cup sees jockeys from around the world compete in a team-racing format, joining forces to try and win racing’s ultimate team prize. Will it be Great Britain & Ireland, Europe, the Rest of the World or the Ladies that raise the Cup this year? An exciting six-race contest is followed by a lively post-racing concert. This year, Craig David will headline the evening, with Melanie C and Marvin Humes rounding off the day in style.
For more information, visit ascot.com
SUMMER SERIES / AUGUST 12 – 26 / TWICKENHAM STADIUM
The Rugby World Cup is just around the corner, which means plans and preparations for Rugby’s showpiece extravaganza are going up a notch. Give the England team a bon voyage before they go off for tournament duties in France and catch a glimpse of things to come as they take on Wales and Fiji in two warm-up matches.
For more information, visit twickenhamstadium.com
THE GUILDFORD CRICKET FESTIVAL / AUGUST 17 + 20 / GUILDFORD CRICKET CLUB
Like cricket? No! Love it? Yes! The Guildford Cricket Festival continues this August as Surrey takes on Lancashire in the One Day Cup (50 overs) before taking on Hampshire later on in the month for another 50 overs. An established event in the Surrey sports calendar, Guildford Cricket Club on Woodbridge Road will again see some first-class cricket taking place just a swinging six away from the town centre. Get tickets quickly.
For more information, visit guildfordcc.com
SURREY HILLS MARATHON / AUGUST 26 / DORKING STATION
Fancy a breathtaking run around the Surrey Hills? Famed for our undulating hills and oh-so-pretty surroundings, there’s nothing quite like a marathon in the Surrey Hills to test one’s endurance. Spaces are limited, so sign up quickly before meeting at Dorking Station for a late-summer run around the hills.
For more information, visit meetup.com/love-to-hike
TRUST 10K RUN / AUGUST 27 / POLESDEN LACEY, GREAT BOOKHAM
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
LANE SWIMMING / GUILDFORD LIDO
If your inner dolphin has missed the sound of water gently lapping against your skin, the wait is finally over. Guildford Lido opens for a summer of lane swimming, providing the perfect escape from the typical gym life. So enjoy some time 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