WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK IN SURREY?
Welcome to another glorious week in Surrey. On the hunt for some fun? Back with all you need to know about what’s on in Surrey, check out our latest weekly guide to what’s good. From bushcraft courses and slapstick picnics, to fishnets, forest bathing and yoga with llamas.
BUSHCRAFT DISCOVERY / JULY 17 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
Join us on our Bushcraft Discovery course for an exciting day of discovering new skills and honing the ones you have. Led by Pippin & Gile, expect to get back to basics and understand the building blocks of bushcraft, including shelter, safe knife use, water purification, fire lighting including friction fire, making string from natural fibres, tree and plant ID and some natural navigation techniques. Sign up for your space today.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW / JULY 17 – 22 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING
Arriving at Woking’s New Victoria Theatre this July, Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical celebrates 50 years with this special anniversary production. The longest continuous run of a contemporary musical anywhere in the world, The Rocky Horror Show has been seen by 30 million people and continues to delight audiences on its sell-out international tour. Damn it, Janet – get a ticket quick.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/woking
SLAPSTICK PICNIC: PETER PAN / JULY 18 / CHURCH FIELD, WITLEY
This summer, join Slapstick Picnic for a theatrical treat like no other as they whip up a three-hander version of J M Barrie’s classic play: Peter Pan. Let your imagination soar as they dish out this timeless tale of hapless pirates, feral children and a particularly punctual reptile. This show isn’t just for kids; their brilliant buffoonery will have picnickers of all ages cackling into their coleslaw. This is one flight of fancy you don’t want to miss! Bring your own chair or blanket to sit on, a picnic to dig into, and dress for the weather!
For more information, visit slapstickpicnic.com
WILD HERB & FOOD EXPERIENCE / JULY 18 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
Join medicinal Herbalist Janine Gerhardt for an exploratory day focusing on everything herbal, wild and healthy at West Horsley Place. Taste your way through a plethora of wild goodies before creating a wild lunch of Nettle soup, Wild Garlic Humous, and a side dish of healthy, delicious, freshly picked salad like herbs. After lunch, you’ll learn how to forage responsibly before finishing the day experimenting with natural preservation techniques. Book your space online today.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
GUILDBURY’S PICNIC THEATRE: CYRANO DE BERGERAC / JULY 19 – 22 / MERRIST WOOD, WORPLESDON
From July 19-22 bring a picnic, uncork the wine and enjoy the spectacle as love and hope soar in this deliciously entertaining romance. With a ton of swash for your buckle, be sure to follow your nose to Guildburys open air summer extravaganza this July.Cyrano de Bergerac is staged on the lawn in front of the Manor House at Merrist Wood – the perfect setting in which to enjoy a picnic with friends whilst being royally entertained!
For more information, visit guildburys.com
WILLY MASON / JULY 19 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
The quite wonderful Willy Mason comes to The Boileroom in Guildford for an evening of heartfelt and thought-provoking lyricism delivered in the humble and husky tones that could New York state born Mason is known for. Catch him playing tracks from his catalogue of modern classics.
For more information, visit theboileroom.net
FOREST BATHING / JULY 21 / CLAREMONT LANDSCAPE GARDENS
Developed in Japan in the 80s, Forest Bathing links the importance of nature to human health. Using mindfulness and sensory exploration, get lost in the wilderness and immerse yourself in the woods as you soak up the peace and tranquillity of Claremont. Booking is essential.
For more information, visit nationaltrust.org.uk
GUILDFORD BEER FESTIVAL / JULY 21 – 22 / GUILDFORD CRICKET CLUB
Guildford Beer Festival is back with an astonishing line-up of craft beers and local talent. Featuring around 130 cask ales and craft keg beers sourced from around 25 independent and microbreweries in Surrey and beyond, a second bar will have an eclectic range of ciders, wines and gins from local producers along with soft drinks. With sessions selling out quicker than a sip from a snifter, you best snap up some tickets fast.
For more information, visit guildfordbeerfestival.co.uk
YOGA WITH THE LLAMAS / EVERY SATURDAY / THE MERRY HARRIERS, HAMBLEDON
If you’re seeking a somewhat unique location for your Saturday stretch, look no further than The Merry Harriers in Hambledon. Famed for their Llama treks in the Surrey Hills, every Saturday morning, you can now take part in yoga sessions with these wonderful animals wondering between your every Downward Facing Dog and Low Lunge. Book your space online today.
For more information, visit merryharriers.com
REINVENTED DENIM: UPCYCLING / JULY 22 / WATTS GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE, COMPTON
Reinvent your old denim items to give them a new lease of life with your own unique, bespoke, creative touches at this upcycling workshop at Watts Gallery. Join designer Jeanette Farr as she inspires you with ideas for patching, stitching, embroidering and embellishing your pieces to give them a fresh and contemporary look. Bring along a favourite old pair of jeans, a worn denim jacket or shorts to put your own creative stamp on to.
For more information, visit wattsgallery.org.uk
RACE FOR LIFE: 3K, 5K, PRETTY MUDDY KIDS + PRETTY MUDDY 5K / JULY 23 / GUILDFORD
Get downright dirty this July and sign up for the awesome Guildford Pretty Muddy. Part of Cancer Research UK’s Race For Life, this particularly muddy edition of the race will see participants overcome all manner of obstacles in the muckiest way possible.
For more information, visit raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org
BRIGHT SKIES SURREY HILLS / JULY 23 / DENBIES WINE ESTATE, DORKING
Taking place from 4 pm – 8 pm, sign up for the Dark Skies Surrey Hills trail run this July and enjoy an undulating, muddy and ultimately thrilling night run through England’s largest vineyard, Denbies Wine Estate. Choose from a 10-mile, 10K and 5K race. There are also 1k and 2k kids races for the little ones in your life.
For more information, visit wildrunning.co.uk
ROW BOAT HIRE / NOW UNTIL SEPTEMBER 24 / CLAREMONT LANDSCAPE GARDENS
Row, row, row your boat, gently around the idyllic lake of Claremont Landscape Gardens this summer. A wonderful way to while away the day, enjoy some outdoor living this summer.
For more information, visit nationaltrust.org.uk
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