WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK IN SURREY?
Looking for things to do in Surrey this week? It’s safe to say that Christmas has arrived in the county, so expect a Christmas cracker of a guide that includes; fairs, markets, adult Panto, workshops and much more. Never ones to discriminate, week’s list includes both naughty and nice events.
CHRISTMAS FAIR / NOVEMBER 23 – 24 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
This excellent midweek Christmas Fair held at the Farnham Maltings this November. Browse from over 150 stalls selling a plethora of exciting gifts to give, take part in the free drop-in workshop to make your own unique Christmas tags, and enjoy the usual festive frivolities of listening to Christmas carols, supping on mulled wine and munching on many mince pies.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
THE FLINT STREET NATIVITY / NOVEMBER 23 – 26 / ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
A delicious dollop of Comedy gold, beautifully gift-wrapped by Guildburys and ready for you to open. Mrs Horrocks’ class of seven-year-olds is about to perform their nativity play at Flint Street Junior School for the proud mums and dads – and the occasional social worker. Emotions run high as Bradley, the psychotic classroom bully having a bad hair day, unsuccessfully tries to woo Jenny – Little Miss Perfect. A comedy about children for adults – perfect festive fare!
For more information, visit electric.theatre
CHRISTMAS WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP / NOVEMBER 24 – 26 / PAINSHILL PARK, COBHAM
Spend the morning designing and creating your very own Christmas Wreath while learning some excellent new skills and potentially making a new crafty friend or two.
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
THE CHRISTMAS FAIR AT ASCOT / NOVEMBER 24 – 27 / ASCOT RACECOURSE
Unearth a wonderful Winterland of gifts at this Christmas Fair held at Ascot Racecourse this November. Featuring over 150 stalls of quality gifts, food and accessories, find presents for your friends and family in one handy shopping trip.
For more information, visit ukgrandsales.co.uk
THROBBIN’ HOOD & HIS LITTLE JOHN / NOVEMBER 24 – JANUARY 7 / THE BACK ROOM OF THE STAR INN, GUILDFORD
A brand new script by the creative team behind Sinders (2019), D!CK (2020), Pinocchio (2020) and Aladdin One Rub Too Many (2021). If you are a fan of naughty, smutty and damn right silly humour, then the Guildford Fringe Adult Panto is for you! This will be the 11th Guildford Fringe Adult Panto! Every show has been a sell-out, so advanced booking is recommended.
For more information, visit guildfordfringe.com
MINI PAINTERS / NOVEMBER 25 / THE LIGHTBOX, WOKING
Designed for little ones under the age of 5, wander over to The Lightbox in Woking and join in with this messy painting session. Get creative and help improve sensory development and fine motor skills. All materials are provided, and advance booking is required.
For more information, visit thelightbox.org.uk
WINTER WREATH MAKING / NOVEMBER 25 + 26 / WATTS GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE, COMPTON
Are you looking to create a Christmas wreath? These fun and festive workshops will help you fashion your very own decorative offering to hang on your own front door or to give as a gift.
For more information, visit wattsgallery.org.uk
SURREY HILLS CHRISTMAS FAIR / NOVEMBER 25 – 27 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
Celebrating the best of Surrey Hills’ arts, crafts and artisanal produce, head for the spectacular environs of West Horsley Place and enjoy this hyper-local Christmas Fair that’ll be bursting with some truly unique gifts to give.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
PICK A PINE / NOVEMBER 26 / WISLEY & OCKHAM COMMONS
Spruce almighty! Harvest your very own Scots pine Christmas tree to take home for the festive season by heading to Farnham Heath and helping the team to remove this invasive tree from the landscape. Tools will be provided, though you may wish to bring your gloves if it’s on the chilly side. Parking is £10, and your freshly felled tree is free – you can take as many will fit safely into your car.
For more information, visit surreywildlifetrust.org
WINTER CRAFT FAIR / NOVEMBER 26 + 27 / THE LIGHTBOX, WOKING
Enjoy a holly, jolly atmosphere and visit The Lightbox in Woking for this festive Arts and Crafts Fair this November. Get a head start on your Christmas shopping and browse among the stalls featuring a variety of handmade crafts, including jewellery, paintings, glasswork, and ceramics.
For more information, visit thelightbox.org.uk
SH*TFACED SHAKESPEARE: MACBETH / NOVEMBER 26 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
The smash-hit, internationally acclaimed, multi-sell-out fringe phenomenon that is Sh*t-faced Shakespeare is touring the UK with one of Shakespeare’s most loved plays: Macbeth. Why sh*t-faced? While an altogether serious adaptation of Shakespeare attempts to take place, one actor selected randomly will be entirely intoxicated. What could go wrong?
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
SUNRISE FOREST BATHING / NOVEMBER 27 / PITCH HILL, CRANLEIGH
Start your Sunday the right way and head for Pitch Hill in Cranleigh for a spot of Sunrise Forest Bathing. Feel the energy and restorative power that a good forest bath can bring and leave you feeling rejuvenated and ready for the week ahead.
For more information, visit hinokiforestbathing.co.uk
BIRIYANI AND BUBBLES / NOVEMBER 27 / ALBURY VINEYARD
Silent Pool-based food and drink specialists Albury Organic Vineyard and Mandira’s Kitchen team up to present a Sunday lunch of Biriyani and Bubbles. Sounds great, right? Tuck into a sumptuous three-course menu of crisp samosas, fresh biriyani and Bombay ice cream while you gently sip away on some of Albury Estate’s Classic Cuvée. Spaces get snapped up quick, so you know what to do – save yourself a seat at the table today.
For more information, visit alburyvineyard.com
HAMPTON COURT PALACE ICE RINK / NOW UNTIL JANUARY 8 / HAMPTON COURT PALACE
Get set to skate at Hampton Court Palace this month as their ice rink returns for the festive season. First, enjoy spectacular views of the Thames-side Tudor palace in what is undoubtedly one of the most scenic outdoor rinks in the country. Then, take part in either daytime or evening skating sessions and relax with a mug of something hot in the Café Bar.
For more information, visit hrp.org.uk
RHS GLOW 2022 / NOW UNTIL JANUARY 8 / RHS GARDEN, WISLEY
Lighting up our lives once again, the magical Christmas Glow returns to RHS Gardens Wisley this month. The festive event at RHS Garden Wisley will once again put on a captivating light show and musical accompaniment designed by an in-house team to highlight some of the garden’s best-loved sights. Twinkling lights draw visitors through the Pinetum, Seven Acres and Wisteria Walk, with spectacular moments en route and vibrant displays to be found inside and outside the Glasshouse.
For more information, visit rhs.org.uk