WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK IN SURREY?

BABY GOSPEL / NOVEMBER 4 / FARNHAM MALTINGS

Put some soul into your Monday with Baby Gospel! Members of London’s CK Gospel Choir perform an uplifting family concert of soul, Motown and gospel music, featuring astonishing vocal talents. The whole family can enjoy singing and clapping along to hits by Marvin Gaye, Bob Marley, Adele, Jackie Wilson, Pharrell and more – as well as some traditional gospel songs and nursery rhymes!

For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com

 

WOKING V SOUTHAMPTON U21S / NOVEMBER 5 / THE LAITHWAITE COMMUNITY STADIUM, WOKING

Michael Doyle’s Woking take on Premier League Southampton’s U21s side in the National League cup this November. Both sitting mid-low table in their respective leagues, can Woking muster some firepower to bolster confidence? Find out at The Laithwaite Community Stadium this November.

For more information, visit wokingfc.co.uk

 

ABIGAIL’S PARTY / NOVEMBER 5 – NOVEMBER 16 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON

Beverly, the queen of suburbia, is hosting a cocktail party. Next door, 15-year-old Abigail is throwing a party of her own. No one can stop talking about Abigail’s Party. No one can stop thinking about Abigail’s Party. Something must be done about Abigail’s Party. Welcome to Mike Leigh’s cult classic comedy, and prepare to see it like never before. This is the party to end all parties, and you’re all invited. RSVP.

For more information, visit rosetheatre.org

 

LEARN TO CROCHET / NOVEMBER 5 / FARNHAM MALTINGS

Beginning this November, take part in this 4 week course (4 x 2 hour sessions) where you will get to grips with all the basics needed to get you competent and confident in the art of crochet. With expert tutelage and hands on practical work, the course includes detailed class notes with photo tutorials AND everything you need, including hook, yarn, needles, stitch markers and a handy project bag.

For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com

 

TALES AFTER DARK: GUNPOWDER, TREASON… / NOVEMBER 5 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE

Which resident of West Horsley Place should stay at home on November 5th? Who disobeys the king and loses his head? And just who is that servant skulking in the shadows? Join us for playful historical stories and folktales, as we explore the secret plots and hidden stories of West Horsley Place. Tales After Dark is a series of intimate evening storytelling experiences for adults, each with a different theme, new tales to experience and time for a tipple.

For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org

GEE ATHERTON – HOLD FAST / NOVEMBER 5 / LEATHERHEAD THEATRE

Gee Atherton is a mountain biking legend; first British male and two-time UCI DH World Champion, multiple World Cup race and series champion, Red Bull Hardline winner and Red Bull Rampage rider, as well as the star of the Ridgeline series where he seeks out seemingly ‘unrideable’ mountain ridges to ride on two wheels. One of the toughest riders on the planet, Gee has walked away, and overcome serious injuries, from some insane crashes. Book now to see Gee, live on stage, tell the remarkable story of his riding life.

For more information, visit theleatherheadtheatre.com

TAROT: SHUFFLE / NOVEMBER 6 / BELLERBY STUDIO, G LIVE, GUILDFORD

They (our parents, partners, children) say ‘sketch is dead’, but if it’s dead then where’s all our money going? Joyously silly and uproariously live and in-the-room, we would call it improv but we’ve got some self-respect: this is sketch in nighties. Come watch a new tour of big, daft and, above all, live comedy being conjured up in front of your very eyes.

For more information, visit trafalgartickets.com

 

DESIRE JEWELLERY & SILVERSMITHING FAIR / NOVEMBER 6 – 10 / RHS GARDEN, WISLEY

looking for a spot of early Christmas shopping? Held within this state of the art building, Desire features a diverse selection of fabulous contemporary jewellers and silversmiths at RHS Hilltop within the Gardens, which offer surprising winter colour. The fair offers a huge variety of unusual and original designs to suit all tastes and across a wide price range.  These leading designer makers will also create bespoke pieces for those wishing to commission work.

For more information, visit desirefair.com

 

KANE BROWN: DON’T LISTEN TO ME / NOVEMBER 7 / EPSOM PLAYHOUSE

Fearlessly hilarious delivery combined with honesty and sincerity. Kane Brown is 19 years in the game, has performed around the world, has opened for Guz Khan on his UK Tour, can be seen on Man Like Mobeen (Netflix), Deepfake (Channel 4), She’s the One (Amazon) and heard on his hit Podcast, Rated 18. Ready to giggle? Don’t listen to me – head to Epsom Playhouse this month and enjoy yourself.

For more information, visit eplsomplayhouse.co.uk

TROY HAWKE: THE GREETERS GUILD / NOVEMBER 7 / LEATHERHEAD THEATRE

Everyone’s favourite 1930’s throwback greetings and compliments aficionado Troy Hawke returns to theatres nationwide with his brand new show. A journey which started with a non-consensual customer service shift outside TK MAXX in Macclesfield has lead him around the world and directly into the orbit of the world’s biggest sporting figures. He’s confused Premiership footballers, been threatened by heavyweight boxers and improved the vocabulary of Formula 1 legends. In this show Troy examines his unlikely genesis and explores exactly why a well-dressed man simply being nice to people has caused such a kerfuffle

For more information, visit dorkinghalls.co.uk

 

 

CREATE A POND / NOVEMBER 8 / NOWER WOOD EDUCATIONAL RESERVE, LEATHERHEAD

Want to learn how to promote a plentiful habitat for your wetland friends? Join the Surrey Wildlife Trust and get top tips on how to create a pond space while encouraging species and plants to flourish for years to come.

For more information, visit surreywildlifetrust.org

THE GRUFFALO / NOVEMBER 8 – 10 / YVONNE ARNUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD

A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood… Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler – celebrating 25 years in 2024! Strolling through Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre this November.

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

 

AN EVENING WITH CHELSEA LEGENDS: THE STRIKERS / NOVEMBER 8 / EPSOM PLAYHOUSE

Love Chelsea? Head for Epsom Playhouse this month and spend the evening with some living legends. Hosted by Vernon Ray, with special guest Eddie Niedzwiecki, meet Chelsea star strikers Kerry Dixon, Mark Hughes, and Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.

For more information, visit epsomplayhouse.co.uk

 

MOCK TUDOR COMEDY / NOVEMBER 8 / RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE, WALTON ON THAMES

For your fill of the silly stuff this month, make your way to Walton’s Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre and get ready for a giggle or two at the monthly Mock Tudor Comedy Club. Sit back and enjoy the quick with of Joe Foster, Ben Clover and John Robertson.

For more information, visit riverhousebarn.co.uk

 

FOREST BATHING / NOVEMBER 9 / NOWER WOOD EDUCATIONAL RESERVE, LEATHERHEAD

Spend a relaxing morning in the woods being introduced to the concept of Forest Bathing with forks from the Surrey Wildlife Trust. Science has proven that spending time in nature boosts our immune systems, reduces stress hormones, enhances mental wellbeing and bolsters our brain health. It can provide emotional healing, decrease blood pressure, improve general sleep-wake cycles, improve relationship skills, reduces stress and reduce aggression. Get ready to breathe it all in!

For more information, visit surreywildlifetrust.org

 

REIGATE SUSTAINABILITY MARKET / NOVEMBER 9 / HIGH STREET, REIGATE

The Reigate Sustainability Market arrives at Reigate Methodist Church on Reigate High Street this month, Bringing together local organisations, artisans, food & drink producers and businesses that share a passion for sustainability. Spend the day learning how to make your life choices more sustainable and be inspired to change your ways to live in a cleaner and altogether greener environment.

For more information, visit nature-reclaimed.shop

SURREY THREE PEAKS CHALLENGE / NOVEMBER 9 / BURFORD BRIDGE HOTEL, WESTHUMBLE

Take a hike! Taking in three classic Surrey hills – Box Hill, Holmbury Hill, and county-top Leith Hill, the Surrey Three Peaks Challenge is a 23-mile (37km) round trip route. The Total walking distance is comparable the Yorkshire Three Peaks, with a third less climbing as the Surrey Three Peaks total ascent is 1060 metres. Think you can take on the challenge? Sign up online and get ready for some peak scenery on your way to the top!

For more information, visit threepeakschallenge.uk

INTRODUCTION TO COLD WATER SWIMMING  / NOVEMBER 9, 17 + 23 / BUCKLAND PARK LAKE, REIGATE

Love nature? Love to swim outdoors? Brace yourself for a dip in Buckland Park Lake and join the Surrey Hills Adventure Company for an introduction to cold water swimming. You’ll need to register online, and once you do, you’ll have access to all the great activities the company runs. Whether you fancy swimming, paddleboarding or e-foiling, getting wet and wild in the great outdoors has never been easier.

For more information, visit theshac.co.uk

ED GAMBLE: HOT DIGGITY DOG / NOVEMBER 9 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING

Ed Gamble has minced a load of meat (thoughts), piped it into a casing (show) and it’s coming to a bun (venue) near you. There will be all your classic Gamble ranting, raving and spluttering but he’s doing fine mentally. Promise.

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

 

JUMP SEASON OPENER / NOVEMBER 10 / SANDOWN PARK RACCOURSE, ESHER

Jump season is back for the first nine races at Sandown Park Racecourse in Esher. Marking the beginning of the 2024/25 National Jump race season, enjoy a day of action-packed racing and celebrate the arrival of the new season with a day of entertainment on and off the track.

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

VARNISH / NOVEMBER 10 / THE ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD

It takes star quality to get adopted…and Jonathan Mayor has it. Inspired by stand-up comedian Jonathan Mayor’s real life, Varnish is a blistering new play from Janet Taylor, exploring transracial adoption and the struggle for identity. Snap up your hot ticket to join Jonathan’s live, star-studded audience and buckle up for belly laughs in this darkly flamboyant, varnished version of the truth.

For more information, visit electric.theatre

 

CLASSIC FILM: THE WIZARD OF OZ / NOVEMBER 10 + 12 / NOVA CINEMA, WOKING

Join Dorothy and the gang as they head for Nova’s big screen in Woking this month. Enjoy the magical music and the enchanted emerald Kingdom as Dorothy attempts to defeat the Wicked Witch and return to Kansas with her faithful four-legged friend Toto.

For more information, visit novacinema.com

 

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