WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK IN SURREY?

8-WEEK MINDFULNESS COURSE / SEPTEMBER 24 / CRANLEIGH ARTS

Would you like to relax more deeply, de-stress and live more “in the moment”? There is a wealth of research showing that mindfulness is good for our well being. Suitable for beginnners and those who would like to deepen their existing practice, sign up for this 8-week course and learn some simple but effective ways to bring mindfulness into your everyday life.

For more information, visit cranleigharts.org

 

ACCESSIBLE FOREST BATHING / SEPTEMBER 24 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE

Enjoy a forest bathing experience that opens us up to nature’s offerings, providing restoration for our mind and body, and overall wellbeing. This session has a particular focus on being more accessible for those who may find walking in the woods and forest challenging. Forest bathing doesn’t have to be in the forest. The benefits of forest bathing, including being present and letting nature capture your attention as well as the benefits of fabulous phytoncides that we breathe in when in nature, are abundant at West Horsley Place’s Sensory Garden. Sign up online and experience the power of nature as a way to improve your wellbeing.

For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org

THE SCUMMY MUMMIES: GREATEST HITS / SEPTEMBER 24 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD

Join Ellie and Helen as they celebrate ten years of scumminess! For a decade now, the Scummy Mummies have been touring their hit comedy show to sold-out audiences around the country. Guaranteed to make you feel normal about your parenting skills, or very smug about being child-free. Bring your gin-in-a-tin, pop a panty liner in, and let’s party!

For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

HERE YOU COME AGAIN  – THE NEW DOLLY PARTON MUSICAL / SEPTEMBER 24 – 28 / RICHMOND THEATRE

For the first time ever, all of Dolly Parton’s biggest hits can be experienced together in a rollicking and joyous new musical comedy. Packed with the iconic songs Jolene, 9 to 5, Islands in the Stream, I Will Always Love You, Here You Come Again and more, this lively and touching new musical tells the story of a diehard fan whose fantasy version of international icon Dolly Parton gets him through trying times. With her wit, humour and charm, Dolly teaches him a whole lot about life, love and how to pull yourself up by your bootstraps … even if your bootstraps don’t have rhinestones! This is one musical that is sure to make you smile.

For more information, visit atgtickets.com/richmond-theatre

 

QUEENZ – DRAG ME TO THE DISCO / SEPTEMBER 25 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING

Join the gals for an electrifying, live vocal, drag-stravaganza, where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide for the party of a lifetime. Featuring more sequins and surprises than ever before, the gals are ready to drag you to the dancefloor and serve up the ultimate celebration of powerhouse popstars & dazzling disco divas.

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

 

PAUL CARRACK / SEPTEMBER 26 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING

After leaving school aged 15 Paul Carrack had one aim in life, to be on the road, playing in a band. In an astonishingly varied and fulfilling career the Sheffield born singer, songwriter and self taught multi instrumentalist has covered hundreds of thousands, if not millions of miles in pursuit of that dream. Touring and performing live is in his DNA. A night not to be missed, catch Paul and his six-piece band live at Woking’s New Victoria Theatre this September.

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

 

SHORT STORIES TALL TALES: ADVENTURES OF AN UGLY DUCKLING / SEPTEMBER 27 / CRANLEIGH ARTS

Perfect for little ones up to 5, head for Cranleigh Arts for an exciting adaptation for Storytelling based on the famous Hans Christian Andersen tale. There’s more to Tully, our ugly duck, who longs for adventure beyond the farm fences. What’s over that hill, where does the river go, how high is the sky? One day an adventure takes Tully on a surprising journey and she finds out who she is and where she truly belongs.

For more information, visit cranleigharts.org

 

DJ FORMAT / SEPTEMBER 27 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD

Bob your head and get down to Guildford’s Bolieroom as DJ Format arrives for a night on the ones and twos. A truly beloved British DJ and producer known for his contributions to the hip-hop and turntablism scenes.

For more information, visit theboileroom.net

 

COMEDY LADDER / SEPTEMBER 27 / CRANLEIGH ARTS

If you’re looking for a night of laughter and good times, look no further. Comedy Ladder at Cranleigh Arts features some of the best comedians in the UK, including some you’ll recognise off the telly! With a diverse range of comedy styles, from observational humour to surreal satire, from dry wit to physical comedy –whatever floats your funny boat, they’ve got you covered! Book your tickets now!

For more information, visit cranleigharts.org

ELEANOR CONWAY: TALK DIRTY TO ME / SEPTEMBER 27 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD

Eleanor Conway is a multi award winning comedian who specialises in her own brand of filthy, honest, up front and hilarious shows about sex, dating and addiction. In a world where women in heterosexual relationships still do the bulk of housework and childcare yet orgasm the least during sex – Conway asks are we really that far along in the fight for gender equality? Who really benefits from marriage and babies? And how can straight women finally negotiate equal pleasure in the bedroom?

For more information, visit trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford

 

BABY BUSHKA / SEPTEMBER 27 / THE ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD

The magic and music of Kate Bush is brought to you by this 8-women powerhouse ensemble from San Diego, California who perform a ‘wonderfully bewitching’ operatic pop night of exhilarating music bursting with wit, creativity and humour. Filled with four-part harmonies and epic choreographed dancing, Baby Bushka captures the wonder of Baroque Pop and beauty of ’80s glam into a night of virtuoso musical creativity you have to experience to believe.

For more information, visit electric.theatre

GRAYSHOTT FOLK CLUB: THE HENRY GIRLS / SEPTEMBER 27 / GRAYSHOTT VILLAGE HALL, NR HINDHEAD

The Henry Girls are sisters Karen, Lorna and Joleen McLaughlin from the most Northerly part of  Co. Donegal in Ireland. Infused with the rich cultural heritage of their native Donegal but with a Transatlantic flavour, their music has been described as: ʻfull bodied and powerfully dynamicʼ by Froots magazine. They have successfully learned to interweave their traditional roots with contemporary elements, earning them both commercial success and spectacular critical acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic. Catch them at the Grayshott Folk Club this September.

For more information, visit grayshottfolkclub.co.uk

CARRIE HOPE FLETCHER – LOVE LETTERS / SEPTEMBER 27 – 28 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD

Arguably the most recognisable West End performer of her generation, Author, Actress, Vlogger and award-winning sensation Carrie Hope Fletcher is heading back out on the road in autumn of this year! Love Letters will see Carrie explore all forms of love from romantic to maternal, unrequited to obsessive, all told through a concert of musical theatre favourites.

For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

 

WOKING V SUTTON UNITED / SEPTEMBER 28 / THE LAITHWAITE COMMUNITY STADIUM, WOKING

Woking welcome Sutton United to their neck of the woods for this Surrey-based derby in the National League. Who’ll get the bragging rights. Turn up and find out at The Laithwaite Community Stadium later this month.

For more information, visit wokingfc.co.uk

 

RHOD GILBERT & THE GIANT GRAPEFRUIT / SEPTEMBER 28 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING

Previously, Rhod was dealing with some pretty pungent life citrus, and an idiot called John. Little did he know that things were about to turn even more sour. But Rhod’s not bitter; he’s bouncing back and feeling remarkably zesty. Hilariously dark, passionate and way too personal, this is classic Gilbert, squeezing every last drop out of life’s latest curveballs… with a little help from an old adversary.

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

 

SAMBROSO ALLSTARS: BEUNA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB / SEPTEMBER 28 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD

Is there a more iconic Cuban album than Buena Vista Social Club’s eponymous debut? Winning the Grammy for Best Traditional Tropical Latin Album, it remains a high watermark – not just for Cuban music but world music as a whole – having been only one of two non-English speaking albums to be included in Rolling Stone’s 500 greatest albums of all time list. Sure to be a sell-out night, head online for some tickets pronto.

For more information, visit theboileroom.net

 

 

BOLT ROUND THE HOLT / SEPTEMBER 29 / ALICE HOLT FOREST, FARNHAM

Raise money for local charity GUTS (Guildford Undetected Tumour Screening) and take part in the 12th annual Bolt Round The Holt, taking place at Alice Holt Forest near Farnham. Fun for the whole family, including Fido the dog, choose from a variety of races including a Half Marathon, 5k and 10k, a 5k and 10k canicross (with your dog), or let the little ones compete in their very own 1k race.

For more information, visit nice-work.org.uk

 

CLAY CLUB / EVERY SUNDAY / WATTS GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE, COMPTON

Every Sunday, join Watts’ ceramicist for Clay Club! As a family, get hands-on and messy with clay to wedge, carve, mould, roll, sculpt and create clay masterpieces. This September sail your imagination to Japan and create a clay boat or ship, seen in prints on display in the final month of our popular Edo Pop exhibition.

For more information, visit wattsgallery.org.uk

 

CLEANER AIR DAY / SEPTEMBER 29 / GUILDFORD TOWN CENTRE

“Be part of a Greener Guildford” and choose alternative travel such as walking, cycling or public transport, instead of using their car for the day.  Guildford Borough Council is coordinating this free, fun, and interactive event, bringing in dozens of local providers, traders, and community organisations, all working together. The event will involve a range of environmental education and awareness activities, family entertainment, and many different stalls on the High Street.

For more information, visit guildford.gov.uk

 

SUSTAINABLE FASHION CELEBRATION (SUSTAINABLE FASHION WEEK 24) / SEPTEMBER 29 / FARNHAM MALTINGS

Celebrating the first locally and communally produced linen garment in the UK in 200 years! Meet the group of flax growers, share their exciting story, and view their wonderful creations. Part of the nationally celebrated Sustainable Fashion Week (SFW 24), this event aims to recognise the importance of forgotten heritage crafts. Members of the Let’s Grow Flax community group, led by skilled textile craft artisans Brigitte Kaltenbacher and Ginny Farquhar, will be providing demonstrations of the fibre extraction process and displaying samples of their own textile pieces.

For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com

LEARN TO ROLLERSKI / SEPTEMBER 29 / DORNEY LAKE, WINDSOR

Love to ski and slalom your way down the slopes, but struggling to find some snow-capped peaks in order to indulge your desires? 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

 

JAY RAYNER: NIGHTS OUT AT HOME / SEPTEMBER 29 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD

Join the ever-tasteful, often hilarious, always readable writer and broadcaster Jay Rayner as he celebrates 25 years as The Observer’s award-winning restaurant critic with the publication of Nights Out At Home, a memoir-in-recipes. Throughout his quarter of a century eating professionally in some of the world’s best (and frankly worst) restaurants, Jay has always reverse-engineered his favourite dishes; now he’s ready to share with you those brilliant recipes and his memories of the restaurants that served them. Join Jay at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud for a tasty night.

For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

 

FARNHAM FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL / SEPTEMBER 29 / CASTLE STREET, FARNHAM

The Farnham Food Festival has quickly grown to become one of the largest one-day foodie festivals in the South-East of England. Hosting more than 100 food and drink producers selling a variety of products, the weekend will also see food demonstrations from local chefs taking place, as well as a fiesta of food and drink to sample and take home with you. Live music from local performers as well as further entertainments completes a fabulous foodie day out for all.

For more information, visit farnham.gov.uk

 

AUTUMN EQUINOX CACAO SPECIAL  / SEPTEMBER 29 / THE BISLEY YURT, NR WOKING

Join Charlie Leigh Yoga and friends for a heart-centred Kirtan meditation, enhanced by Ceremonial grade Cacao, a powerful heart-opening medicine. No experience is needed. But what is Kirtan? Kirtan, part of Naada Yoga (Yoga of Sound), is a vocal meditation using mantras, stories, and songs to connect with the Divine, fostering love and unity. And what’s a Cacao Ceremony? Cacao has been revered for its heart-healing properties for millennia. It pairs perfectly with meditation, yoga, and dance, enhancing connection with oneself and others.

For more information, visit charlieleighyoga.co.uk

 

 

 

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