WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK IN SURREY?

HERITAGE OPEN DAYS  / SEPTEMBER 6 – 15 / EVERYWHERE

Throughout the country, sites of historical significance will open their doors to the public as part of the Heritage Open Days scheme. From Painshill Park and West Horsley Place to the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre and Watts gallery Artists’ Village, discover Surrey’s hidden history and heritage while discovering hidden gems on your doorstep this September.

For more information, visit heritageopendays.org.uk

 

X TRILLION FILM SCREENING / SEPTEMBER 9 / ST DUNSTAN’S CHURCH, WOKING

14 women, 3,000 miles, X trillion pieces of plastic. Follow the gruelling journey of eXXpedition’s all-women crew led by Emily Penn as they sail 3,000 miles across the North Pacific Ocean through the densest accumulation of ocean plastic on the planet to make the unseen, seen. The international crew of scientists, sailors, designers, engineers, and teachers set sail on a transformative month-long voyage and this film offers practical and emotional response to one of the biggest global challenges of our time. A story of hope, filled with life, magic and a call to action that burns with optimism.

For more information, visit zerocarbonguildford.org

 

BREATHWORK & YOGA ON THE BEACH  / SEPTEMBER 10, 17 + 24 / THE SHAC, BUCKLAND PARK LAGOON, BETCHWORTH

Join The SHAC at the water’s edge and immerse yourself in an evening of Breathwork & Movement at their beautiful lagoon. Take the time to reconnect with the power of your breath, find strength and ease in movement, and enjoy a refreshing sunset dip in the Lagoon.

For more information, visit theshac.co.uk

IMPROMPTU SHAKESPEARE / SEPTEMBER 11 – 12 / NEW WIMBLEDON THEATRE, WIMBLEDON

Buckling on the bard’s britches to improvise the plays he never wrote.Sad that Shakespeare hasn’t written anything new for over 400 years? Well, hold onto your doublets, ruffs and trunk hose. The Bard is back! With story and verse improvised in the moment, enjoy a riotous new Shakespeare play every time – performed by Impromptu Shakespeare’s whip smart cast.

For more information, visit atgtickets.com/new-wimbledon-theatre

 

SHAMILTON: THE IMPROVISED MUSICAL / SEPTEMBER 12 / THE ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD

Ever heard of this show Hamilton? Shamilton is just like that but, *ahem*, better! Expect the same level of hip hop, incredible songs, stunning choreography and powerhouse singing…except made up by the cast. Join the Shamilton cast as they improvise an epic musical, based on a historical figure of your choosing, from Genghis Khan to Winston Churchill to Kim Kardashian.

For more information, visit electric.theatre

AFTERNOON FLAT RACING / SEPTEMBER 13 / SANDOWN PARK RACECOURSE, ESHER

Fancy a day at the races? Visit the Jockey Club’s Sandown Park Racecourse in Esher for an afternoon of flat racing with seven races on the cards. Watch for the race schedule as it’s announced closer to the time. Gates open at 11.30 am; there are 1/2 price tickets available to 18 – 24-year-olds, and those under 18’s get free entry with a full-paying adult.

For more information, visit thejockeyclub.co.uk/sandown

NILUFER YANYA / SEPTEMBER 13 / THE DISCO ROOM, PRYZM, KINGSTON

To celebrate the release of the new album ‘My Method Actor’ Nilufer Yanya returns to Kingston to play in The Disco Room at Pryzm. One of the most exciting musicians today, Nilüfer Yanya returns with a brand new studio album ‘My Method Actor’ set to release Sept 13th via Ninja Tune. With a unique blend of soulful melodies, indie rock grit, and jazz influences, Yanya’s music continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

For more information, visit banquetrecords.com

UNRAVEL….AUTUMN / SEPTEMBER 13 – 14 / FARNHAM MALTINGS

‘Tis the season for crafty, sew and sews and knitting enthusiasts to unite and descend upon Farnham Maltings for the knitting fiesta, Unravel Autumn. Featuring a programme of bookable workshops, talks and demonstrations led by UK and International experts and a marketplace of over 70 quality exhibitors selling yarn and fibre accessories. So roll up and meet like-minded lovers of darn good yarn.

For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com

 

HOP HARVEST / SEPTEMBER 13 – 15 / HOGS BACK FARM BREWERY, TONGHAM

‘Tis the time of year to harvest! Head to the marvellous world of the famed Hogs Back Brewery in Tongham for a right proper Hop Harvest Festival this weekend. On Saturday, enjoy a day of beer, music and street food, and on Sunday, bring the family along for the Hop Harvest TEA Party. As is the tradition at the brewery, a batch of their very special Green T.E.A will be available; brewed with the freshest of hops, this distinct beaker of green beer will go down a treat! Expect good times.

For more information, visit hogsback.co.uk   

RED ROSES V NEW ZEALAND / SEPTEMBER 14 / TWICKENHAM STADIUM

England will go head-to-head with the southern hemisphere’s best, the Black Ferns, at Twickenham Stadium this September. Get some tickets now or experience this monumental fixture in style and comfort by exploring the hospitality options!

For more information, visit twickenhamstadium.com

 

SURREY HILLS TRAILBLAZER / SEPTEMBER 14 / WINTERFOLD, CRANLEIGH

Looking for some hints and tips on the best trails to ride in Surrey? Ideally suited to intermediate and advanced riders with a good level of fitness, why not take part in this guided ride that’ll see you speed, skid, twist and turn your way through the Surrey Hills this September?

For more information, visit marmalademtb.com

 

WEY RIVER FESTIVAL / SEPTEMBER 14 / DAPDUNE WHARF, GUILDFORD

September sees the celebration of World River Day, aiming to raise awareness of these waterways’ importance in our lives. So support your local river and head to Dapdune Wharf in Guildford for the Wey River Festival. Enjoy a fun day for the family beside the banks of the River Wey. The day will run from 11 am until 10 pm with plenty of activities planned for the day, as well as food and drink and, of course, a bounty of riverboats.

For more information, visit nationaltrust.org.uk

EMERGENCY SERVICES DAY / SEPTEMBER 15 / BROOKLANDS MUSEUM, WEYBRIDGE

Do tiny toy replicas of emergency vehicles take centre stage in your home? If your little ones are mad about machines, then Brooklands Museum’s Emergency Services Day is necessary. Featuring vehicles from the past and present, book online and get ready for a fun day out for the family. Expect Chase and Marshall from Paw Patrol to be in on the action too!

For more information, visit brooklandsmuseum.com

 

THE BIG BOOK OF NATURE ART WORKSHOP / SEPTEMBER 15 / WATTS GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE, COMPTON

Join best-selling author, illustrator and environmentalist Yuval Zommer for a fun nature art workshop in the Watts Gallery Artists’ Village woodland amphitheatre, to celebrate The Big Book of Nature Art! There’s creative potential in the everyday treasures around us – from twigs, seed pods, petals and leaves through to loo rolls, pencil shavings, takeaway cutlery and kitchen string. Using natural, recycled and found materials you’ll get to create your own nature art.

For more information, visit wattsgallery.org.uk

 

FIRE PIT DRUMMING CIRCLE / SEPTEMBER 15 / NATURAL LIGHT WELLNESS SPA, GUILDFORD

Immerse yourself in the rhythmic beats of our Fire Pit Drumming Circle, a unique experience designed to promote relaxation and inner peace. Gather around a warm, inviting fire pit under the open sky, and let the resonating sounds of drums and percussion instruments transport you to a state of tranquillity.

For more information, visit natural-light-surrey.com

GUILDFORD JAZZ AND SOUL FESTIVAL / SEPTEMBER 4 – OCTOBER 17 / VARIOUS VENUES, GUILDFORD

Guildford Jazz is teaming up with local music venue, bars, cafes and restaurants across Guildford to present a celebration of the best in UK and local jazz and soul over September and October. In addition to ticketed events with leading UK jazz and soul artists, the festival will include lots of free events with talented local musicians performing in pop-up venues all across town. Headline acts include Natalie Williams Soul Family, who make a rare appearance outside their monthly sold out residency at Ronnies, and Bill Laurance, the 5 times Grammy award winning pianist and founding member of Snarky Puppy. Other acts include; Award winning saxophonist Tony Kofi and the Organisation, Jazz pianists Jason Robello and Gwilym Simcock, Rising jazz stars vocalist Emily Masser and saxophonist Alex Clarke.

For more information, visit guildfordjazz.org.uk

 

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