WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK IN SURREY?
Looking for a fabulous night out? A fun day out with the family? From live music to frightening events taking place this October half term, it’s safe to say that there is an abundance of things to do this week in Surrey. Check it out and ENJOY yourself.
OUTSIDE THE BOX COMEDY CLUB / OCTOBER 17 / THE FIGHTING COCKS, KINGSTON
Showcasing the very best stand-up comics currently working the circuit, join the Outside the Box Comedy Club at The Fighting Cocks in Kingston for their monthly instalment of the funny stuff. Headlining this month’s comedy night is the outstandingly funny Angela Barnes, who is joined by Matt Richardson.
For more information, visit outsidetheboxcomedy.co.uk
BRIX SMITH / OCTOBER 18 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
Post-punk legend and former member of The Fall, Brix Smith fronts a supergroup of fabulous and ferocious femmes for her UK tour this autumn. Featuring My Bloody Valentine duo Deb Googe (bass) and Jen Macro (keys/guitar), along with Vas Antoniadou (drums) and Ros Cairney (guitar) from rising London duo deux furieuses, expect a night of up-front, in-your-face antics from this certified queen of the scene.
For more information, visit theboileroom.net
MEMORY CINEMA: FRANKENSTEIN / OCTOBER 20 / BELLERBY STUDIO, G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Aimed at those of advancing years and their families and carers, G Live’s monthly screening of classic cinema returns this month, albeit taking a bit of a sinister turn. Showing James Whale’s classic sci-fi horror Frankenstein, turn back the years and enjoy a cult classic in a relaxed and accessible space.
For more information, visit glive.co.uk
LEVISON WOOD: THE ART OF EXPLORATION / OCTOBER 20 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Intrepid explorer extraordinaire Levison Wood arrives at Guildford’s G Live laden with tales from roads less travelled. From his days spent in the army on the front lines of Afghanistan to photojournalism assignments in the Congo, Levison will reveal the lessons he has learnt on the road and how we can all benefit from applying the philosophy of travel and the Art of Exploration to our regular everyday routines.
For more information, visit glive.co.uk
IGNITE / OCTOBER 20 – NOVEMBER 6 / POLESDEN LACEY
For a visual spectacle to behold, head on over to the estate of historic Polesden Lacey for the essential after-dark experience that is Ignite. Follow the trail of lights and lanterns and be enchanted by fantasy and magic as you wander through flickering flames with your friends and family. Not to be missed. Book some tickets quick.
For more information, visit igniteatpolesdenlacey.seetickets.com/
CHAMPAGNE AFTERNOON TEA AT THE HOUSE OF LORDS / OCTOBER 20 / HOUSE OF LORDS, LONDON
Fancy something special this month? Head for the capital and join Baroness Pidding CBE for an indulgent Champagne Afternoon Tea at The House of Lords at this exclusive event in support of Godalming-based Meath Epilepsy Charity. In a location not usually open to the public, enjoy a classic menu of Champagne on arrival, sandwiches, scones, tea, and cakes served in the beautiful Cholmondeley Room and the House of Lords Terrace overlooking the Thames. Tickets are £75, and all proceeds go to Meath Epilepsy Charity.
For more information, visit meath.org.uk
THE BEAT: CAMILLA GEORGE / OCTOBER 21 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
A brand new collaboration and series of concerts, The Beat, presented by Guildford Jazz and The Boileroom, will celebrate the plethora of brand-new jazz, funk, afro sound and blues fusion artists in the UK right now. First up is visionary saxophonist Camilla George’s up-tempo feast of afrobeat hip hop and jazz. Exciting.
For more information, visit theboileroom.net
SUZI RUFFELL: SNAPPY / OCTOBER 21 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Suzi Ruffell likes things snappy: her stand-up, her decisions and her suits. Suzi’s brand new show is all about settling down (but not settling), becoming a mother (without becoming mumsy) and still worrying about everything – of course, she is – have you seen the news? Celebrate and commiserate life’s wonders with the super funny, multi-award-winning stand-up comedian Suzi Ruffell at the Farnham Maltings this month.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
MARK WATSON: THIS CAN’T BE IT / OCTOBER 21 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
What with a global pandemic etc., it’s safe to say we’ve all had a moment or two (or a million) of reflection, begging existential questions on life’s fragility. One man that assuredly has it covered is Welsh funnyman Mark Watson. Catch the man himself cram a couple of years of pathological overthinking into an evening of stand-up.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
DRAWING FOR ADULTS / OCTOBER 21 / THE LIGHTBOX, WOKING
Meet like-minded aspiring artists and head for their regular Drawing for Adults event. Be inspired by the range of artwork exhibited at the gallery and set about making your own masterpiece. Reflect, relax and let your imagination do the rest. Aimed at adults of all abilities, all materials are provided. This is a free draw session though a donation is always welcome and advanced booking is required.
For more information, visit thelightbox.org.uk
THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW / OCTOBER 22 – 23 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Eric Carle’s Very Hungry Caterpillar has captivated the imagination and minds of children since 1969. From page to stage, catch this highly-acclaimed production, and sit back for a timeless classic. Munch. Munch. Crunch. Crunch.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
FAIRY DOOR TRAIL / OCTOBER 22 – NOVEMBER 13 / PAINSHILL PARK, COBHAM
Little wooden fairy doors will be hidden around the landscape garden for families to find this autumn. Seek, and you shall find a magical adventure for the little ones in your life. Price included in general admission tickets.
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
FEEL GOOD FAMILY FUN DAY / OCTOBER 22 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Fancy some freemium entertainment this month? G Live are bringing the goods with their Feel Good Family Fun Day. Expect face painting, crafts, participatory workshops, games and a whole lot more – and yes, it’s all free! No need to book; just pop along anytime between 10 am and 3 pm for fun times with the fam.
For more information, visit glive.co.uk
PUMPKIN FESTIVAL / OCTOBER 22 – 30 / CROCKFORD BRIDGE FARM, WEYBRIDGE
It’s a fact (probably). Crockford Bridge Farm near Weybridge is one of the best spots around to pick a pumpkin. This patch is positively bursting with the rotund and robust autumnal orange fruits. Perfect for carving the most ghoulish of faces, the farm will be opening their pumpkin fields on weekends during October for you to seek and find your very own pumpkins fit for you and your home. Additionally, the Farm will host their famous Pumpkin Festival this half term, which will be packed with activities, theatrics and much more. Book tickets online.
For more information, visit crockfordbridgefarm.co.uk
SECRETTS PUMPKIN WEEK / OCTOBER 22 – 29 / SECRETTS FARM, MILFORD
Possibly our favourite pastime when it comes to Halloween is the picking, carving, and painting of pumpkins. Nothing quite says ‘Halloween’ like a giant pumpkin, lit incandescently to reveal a frightening face. So head to Secrett’s Farm in Milford this half term and enjoy the adventure of seeking out your very own pumpkin to take home and transform into a terrifying jack’ o’ lantern. Expect activities, competition and more. Book your tickets online.
For more information, visit secretts.co.uk
HALLOWEEN HAPPY HAUNTINGS / OCTOBER 22 – 30 / FISHERS FARM PARK, WISBOROUGH GREEN
One of our favourite family days out, head to the Surrey / Sussex borders and onto Fishers Farm Adventure Park for their Halloween Happy Hauntings Week. Expect spooky, ‘cackle-tastic’ fun by the tonne. So make no bones about it and book some tickets pronto.
For more information, visit fishersfarmpark.co.uk
DINOSAUR WORLD LIVE / OCTOBER 22 – 30 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON
Go wild and travel back through time to encounter some totally roar-some dinosaurs at Kingston’s Rose Theatre this half-term. Journey to the Jurassic era and meet real-life-like dinosaurs face-to-face in a raw-inspiring day out for the whole family.
For more information, visit rosetheatre.org
DEADLIEST PLANTS AND BUGS / OCTOBER 22 – 30 / RHS GARDEN, WISLEY
Love creepy crawlies? Wonder over to RHS Garden, Wisley, this half term and encounter some amazing insects with Zoolab and some hands-on sessions at RHS Hilltop. No booking is required – normal garden admission applies.
For more information, visit rhs.org.uk
SOUND BATH / OCTOBER 22 / CRANLEIGH ARTS CENTRE
Be transformed by multiple frequencies as you take a dip in this group sound bath held at Cranleigh Arts Centre this October. The perfect way to unwind and find peace take part by booking your space online.
For more information, visit cranleigharts.org
THE HANDLEBARDS: TWELFTH NIGHT / OCTOBER 23 / ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
To live in a truly sustainable world, the way we travel should be considered a priority. So whilst not logistically possible for acts from the arts world to tour extensively from country to country, cycling Shakespearian actors, the fabulous Handlebards are setting a pretty good tone for how things should go. Cycling from venue to venue, the eco-conscious thespians all be making their way to Guildford’s Electric Theatre this month with their rendition of the classic play Twelfth Night. Expect energy. Expect chaos.
For more information, visit electric.theatre
JASON BYRNE: UNBLOCKED / OCTOBER 23 / CAMBERLEY THEATRE
Jason Byrne is UNBLOCKED and ready to go, his heart is UNBLOCKED, venues are colonically irrigated, he has a new lease of life, which can mean only one thing… Pure and utter UNBLOCKED joy and laughter. I’m sure you get the picture by now; expect a mind dump of funny stuff at Camberley Theatre this October.
For more information, visit camberleytheatre.co.uk
ART AND CRAFT MARKET / OCTOBER 23 / WEST STREET, FARNHAM
Celebrate all things arts and crafts with this dedicated open-air market that’ll see Farnham’s West Street filled with artisanal fineries, old and new. Pick up a gift for me, a gift for you or simply browse stalls upon stalls selling their wares this weekend.
For more information, visit acvrevents.co.uk
THE NOISE NEXT DOOR: MYSTERIOUS MANSION OF MYSTERY / OCTOBER 23 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Take a tour of the world’s most bewildering building with comedy heavyweights, The Noise Next Door. Who knows what lurks in this ancient manor house’s curious corridors and bizarre boudoirs? You do! What you say goes in this hour of anarchic entertainment that is fun for literally everyone. A little bit spooky, a little bit stupid and a whole lot of funny for the family.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com