WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK? A GUIDE TO GOING OUT IN SURREY
Fancy going out? Me too! Whether it’s an art exhibition, live music at your local, a spot of tai chi or a game of footy on a saturday – find out what’s on this week in Surrey with your ever dependable guide to going out.
SHOOTING HEDDER GABLER / SEPTEMBER 29 – OCTOBER 21 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON
A Rose Original Production in association with The Norwegian Ibsen Company, Shooting Hedda Gabler is a radical and affectionate adaptation of Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler, written by Nina Segal and directed by Jeff James (Persuasion), about doing whatever is necessary to get the shot. Expect a suspense-filled night in Kingston this month.
For more information, visit rosetheatre.org
QUEER NATURE / SEPTEMBER 30 – OCTOBER 29 / ROYAL BOTANICAL GARDENS, KEW
This October, celebrate the diversity and beauty of plants and fungi with an inspiring new festival at Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew – Queer Nature. From the fascinating science behind plants and fungi to the connections between plants and LGBTQ+ communities, enjoy this celebratory programme of events that include talks, live music, comedy and more.
For more information, visit kew.org
GUILDFORD BOOK FESTIVAL / OCTOBER 1 – 18 / VARIOUS LOCATIONS, GUILDFORD
The Guildford Book Festival is back to provide literary lovers with an array of readings and events from some of the country’s finest writers and personalities. Now in its 34th year, this year’s Festival highlights include History Day at West Horsley Place featuring Alison Weir, Tracy Borman, Simon Heffer and Martin Willams. Festival favourite and Sunday Times number one bestselling Kate Mosse will discuss her new novel, The Ghost Ship, an epic tale of courageous women struggling to survive in a man’s world, and New York Times bestselling Dan Jones returns to the Festival with his Essex Dogs sequel, Wolves of Winter. And there will also be an opportunity to hear from Judy Murray, former Scottish international tennis player and Strictly Come Dancing contestant, who comes to the Festival with her debut novel, The Wild Card.
For more information, visit guildfordbookfestival.co.uk
URBAN GREENING IN GUILDFORD / OCTOBER 2 / 169 HIGH STREET, GUILDFORD
Did you know that 11% of Surrey’s native species have gone extinct in the last few decades? Be in with the chance to win yourself a Living Wall to help reverse Surrey’s Biodiversity loss and have your say on the future of a greener, cleaner Guildford by joining this discussion on Urban Greening. Hosted by local stalwarts of sustainability, Carbon Zero Guildford and Experience Guildford, there’s no other way to celebrate World Habitat Day than getting tickets online and playing your part in the health of your local community.
For more information, visit zerocarbonguildford.org
LIFE OF PI / OCTOBER 2 – 7 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING
Based on the global phenomenon and winner of the Man Booker Prize, selling over fifteen million copies worldwide, Life of Pi is the acclaimed and hugely popular adaptation of an epic journey of endurance and hope. Arriving at Woking’s New Victoria this month, snap up some tickets quick for a wild adventure.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/woking
ALBURY VINEYARD 2023 HARVEST / PROVISIONALLY OCTOBER 3, 4, 8, 10, 12, 15, 18, 20 / ALBURY VINEYARD
Weather and grapes dependent, sign up online and join other volunteers as you harvest the grapes of Albury Organic Vineyard. Meet like-minded enthusiasts of a good grape and play a part in the production of your favourite local vineyard.
For more information, visit alburyvineyard.com
THOMAS TRAUX / OCTOBER 4 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
Merging a fevered imagination and solid songwriting with a mad scientist’s brain for weird gadgets, American singer Thomas Truax is a true one-off. Though Thomas usually performs solo, other notable past supporters and collaborators have included Jarvis Cocker, Duke Special, James Smith of Yard Act, Richard Hawley, Bob Log III, the Dresden Dolls and the late author Terry Pratchett. Catch a curious night of live music down at The Boileroom in Guildford this month.
For more information, visit theboileroom.net
GUILDFORD FLAMES VS MANCHESTER STORM / OCTOBER 4 / SPECTRUM LEISURE COMPLEX, GUILDFORD
Fancy a midweek Ice Hockey match? Guildford Flames host Manchester Flames Storm, as the former seek to continue the form that saw them lead the league table for so much of last season. Get 2 for 1 tickets and join in with the party atmosphere this October.
For more information, visit guildfordflames.com
SILENT POOL 10KM TRAIL RUN / OCTOBER 5 / SILENT POOL CAR PARK, ALBURY
Join this stunning guided trail run, starting and finishing at Silent Pool. A place admired by poet Alfred Tennyson; considered a sacred site, haunted by the ghost of a young girl forced into the water by King John in the 1100s and most famously, home to the Silent Pool Gin Distillery. More importantly, it’s home to some amazing trails. Take on this 10k Trail Run and experience stunning Surrey Hill’s scenery in all its autumnal glory.
For more information, visit runningadventures.uk
DEEP DIVINE / EVERY THURSDAY / BISLEY YURT
Sink into the Deep Divine and head for the tranquil setting of Bisley Yurt for this restorative yoga class with Charlie Leigh Yoga. If you’re looking for inner calm from the storm of daily life, then this hour’s class is the one. Focusing on deep relaxation for both the body and mind, achieve peace with some gentle yoga before moving into breath work and finishing with an extended Savasana where you’ll bather in the healing vibrations from the gong.
For more information, visit charlieleighyoga.co.uk
AN EVENING WITH THE HOLLIES / OCTOBER 5 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
The Hollies have been entertaining audiences for over the last 60 years with their timeless hits such as Long Cool Woman (In a Black Dress), The Air That I Breathe, He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother, and Bus Stop. The band’s music has transcended generations and their live performances continue to captivate fans worldwide. Catch iconic British music live at G Live in Guildford this month.
For more information, visit glive.co.uk
PALLET UPCYCLING / OCTOBER 6 / THE GREAT BRITISH WOODSHOP, WEST BYFLEET
Upcycling and growing! Two excellent ways to Keep It Green and cut down your carbon footprint. Head for West Byfleet’s Great British Woodshop this month and participate in this educational workshop, whereby you’ll learn some great tips on upcycling and take home with you your very own planter.
For more information, visit greatbritishwoodshop.co.uk
TAI CHI / OCTOBER 6 + 13 / ROYAL BOTANICAL GARDENS, KEW
Give your mental and physical health a boost by joining Tai Chi sessions at the Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew. This ancient Chinese Martial Art gently uses sweeping and flowing movements that incorporate standing meditations. Sign up online.
For more information, visit kew.org
GAG HOUSE COMEDY CLUBS / OCTOBER 6, 13 + 21 / GODALMING, ONSLOW VILLAGE, GUILDFORD + CAMBERLEY
Fancy some funny? Of course you do. It’s good for you don’t you know? Catch the latest names in stand-up comedy as monthly giggles return to Godalming, Camberley and Guildford courtesy of the Gag House Comedy Clubs.
For more information, visit gaghousecomedy.com
THE TRIALS OF CATO / OCTOBER 6 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Formed in Beirut, the band returned to the UK in 2016 before performing tirelessly up and down the country, leading to BBC Radio 2’s Mark Radcliffe hailing them as “one of the real discoveries on the folk circuit in recent times.” Their debut album, Hide and Hair, won Best Album at the 2019 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. Their hotly anticipated second album was released last winter, and now they come to Farnham Maltings! Get some tickets quick for a night of awesome live music.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND / OCTOBER 7 / ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Drawing on the wealth of peculiar episodes from ‘Adventures in Wonderland’ and ‘Through the Looking Glass’, Box Tale Soup invites you down the rabbit hole into a timeless world of wondrous fantasy. Carroll’s Wonderland floods onto the stage in a whirl of strange contraptions and curious characters. No matter how young or old, everyone will find their own moment of magic in Wonderland and make it safely home again – the only danger is, you may not want to leave.
For more information, visit electric.theatre
RUGBY WORLD CUP SCREENING: ENGLAND VS SAMOA / OCTOBER 7 / TWICKENHAM STADIUM
Taking place just a hop, skip and a ferry / Euro Star away in France, if you’re keen to be part of the Rugby World Cup action but can’t get across the channel, then Twickenham, the home of England Rugby, is the place to be. Enjoy Group Stage screenings, with plenty of activities and extras planned to keep you entertained throughout the day. Tickets cost £10, and under 16s go free. Next in the group – Samoa! Let’s go.
For more information, visit twickenhamstadium.com
WOKING VS SOUTHEND UNITED / OCTOBER 7 / THE LAITHWAITE COMMUNITY STADIUM, WOKING
Darren Sarll’s side are at it again and having a good crack at their aspirations to get into League 2. Can The Cards come out to play this week? Hoping they’ll make light work of Southend United; get some tickets and cheer on your local team at The Laithwaite Community Stadium this month.
For more information, visit wokingfc.co.uk
AUTUMN MOTORSPORT DAY / OCTOBER 8 / BROOKLANDS MUSEUM, WEYBRIDGE
Keeper of a classic car? You can meet like-minded motoring enthusiasts at the famed and historic racetrack of Brooklands. Admire a variety of vintage vehicles before making your way to Test Hill to check out some of the cars in action.
For more information, visit brooklandsmuseum.com
GUILDFORD 10K & FUN RUN / OCTOBER 8 / GUILDFORD HIGH STREET
Legs at the ready, the Guildford 10K & fun run arrives on Guildford High Street this month. A closed road race, the route will take you towards Clandon, along the Epsom Road and back again. With a 2k Fun Run on offer, the whole family can enjoy this fun-for-all autumn event. Sign up today!
For more information, visit runthrough.co.uk
DAME JOAN COLLINS – BEHIN DTHE SHOULDER PADS / OCTOBER 8 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON
To coincide with the release of her much-anticipated memoir Behind the Shoulder Pads, global superstar Dame Joan Collins is embarking on a brand new tour. Featuring seldom told tales, enchanting anecdotes, and rare and fascinating footage from her seven decades in showbusiness, the evening will be full of the usual wit, candour, and of course glamour that we have come to expect from this British born Hollywood legend.
For more information, visit rosetheatre.org