WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK IN SURREY?

 

NEW MOON CIRCLE / SEPTEMBER 12 / CHARLIE LEIGH YOGA, BISLEY YURT

Celebrate the New Moon with this sacred gathering for women taking place in the calm surroundings of Bisley Yurt. Honour and celebrate the new moon while reflecting and setting new intentions with a session involving yoga, breath work, meditation and healing vibrations of the gong. Bliss.

For more information, visit charlieleighyoga.co.uk 

SH*T FACED SHAKESPEARE – MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING / SEPTEMBER 13 / EPSOM PLAYHOUSE

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: Much Ado About Nothing. 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? Find out at Epsom Playhouse this month.

For more information, visit epsomplayhouse.co.uk

 

POTTERY COURSE: HAND BUILDING & THROWING  / SEPTEMBER 14 / WATTS GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE, COMPTON

Learn something new and sign up for this 6-week pottery course at the creative and historic hub of Watts Gallery Artists’ Village. Suitable for all levels, the course will cover a range of hand-building techniques, including pinch, slab and coil pots, and there will be an opportunity for throwing on the wheel. To complete your course, experiment with slip decorating and glaze finishes.

For more information, visit wattsgallery.org.uk 

 

INTRODUCTION TO WOODCARVING / SEPTEMBER 15 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE

Discover the mindful practice of woodcarving at this workshop at West Horsley Place this month. An introductory day-course suitable for beginners, while away the day learning how to whittle your very own country pole. Perfect for all those countryside walks you may be undertaking to aid your well-being, select and cut wood from the estate before instruction from expert Clive Walker and create your walking pole.

For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org 

 

GODALMING BEER FESTIVAL / SEPTEMBER 15 – 17 / THE BURYS FIELD, GODALMING

After the success of last year’s inaugural event, Godalming Beer Festival is back at The Bury’s Field this September. Promising three days of craft beer, real ale, Gin, cider, street food, live music and more entertainment. Choose from sessions taking place on Friday evening, Saturday afternoon/evening, an afternoon session on Sunday or go wild (not too wild) and get a ticket for the whole thing! Expect much fun.

For more information, visit surreybeerfestivals.co.uk 

 

MIKE OLDFIELD’S TUBULAR BELLS – THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION / SEPTEMBER 15 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING

Originally released on May 25 1973, the Tubular Bells The 50th Anniversary Celebration tour will feature an expansive live group arranged by Mike Oldfield’s long-term collaborator Robin A Smith. It will see Tubular Bells performed in full, along with further Oldfield compositions, touring across the UK. Get your tickets now for an evening of Tubular Bells!

For more information, visit atgtickets.com/woking

BUMPER BLYTON BY THE MAKE’ EM UPS / SEPTEMBER 15 / FARNHAM MALTINGS

A riotous improvised parody chock full of puns and innuendo in the style of the Nation’s favourite author, Enid Blyton. Come and delight in lashings of ginger beer, grab a cheeky tongue sandwich, or wrap your lips around a nice spotted dick! Cast yourself back to your childhood in a show that’s spontaneous and utterly unique every time, with this satirical take on childhood favourite books like The Famous Five and Mallory Towers.

For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com

HOGS BACK ROOTS: SETH LAKEMAN / SEPTEMBER 15 / HOGS BACK BREWERY, TONGHAM

You may or not know that the now famous local brewery Hogs Back have been holding some rather lovely live music soirees at their Tap Room in Tongham. Cool huh? What’s even better is that mega folk superstar, a certain Seth Lakeman, will be joining them this September to play some ditties for the discerning audience. Get tickets quick before a sell-out night.

For more information, visit hogsback.co.uk 

 

FRED V / SEPTEMBER 15 / THIRTY3HZ, GUILDFORD

One half of Fred V and Grafix, Fred V arrives at Guildford’s boutique nightclub to serve up a serious helping of bass and electronic dance music. Having forged a successful solo career, Fred V brings the drum & bass vibes to Surrey this September. Get some tickets QUICK!

For more information, visit thirty3hz.com 

 

FOREST BATHING / SEPTEMBER 16 + 22 / CLAREMONT LANDSCAPE GARDENS, ESHER + WINKWORTH ARBORETUM, NR GODALMING

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 National Trust sites Claremont Landscape Garden near Esher, as well as the wonder wood itself, Winkworth Arboretum near Godalming. Booking is essential.

For more information, visit nationaltrust.org.uk 

 

KIDS’ CRAFT WITH CLAIRE AND EMMA / SEPTEMBER 16 / CRANLEIGH ARTS CENTRE

Get crafty in Cranleigh this month as you join resident creatives Claire and Emma for a morning of kids’ crafts. Explore materials, shapes and colours before creating and making something magnificent. Book your space online and choose from two morning sessions.

For more information, visit cranleigharts.org

 

WEY RIVER FESTIVAL / SEPTEMBER 16 / DAPDUNE WHARF, GUILDFORD

September sees the celebration of World River Day, aiming to raise awareness of these waterways’ importance in our lives. So support your local river and head to Dapdune Wharf in Guildford for the Wey River Festival. Enjoy a fun day for the family beside the banks of the River Wey. The day will run from 11 am until 10 pm with plenty of activities planned for the day, as well as food and drink and, of course, a bounty of riverboats.

For more information, visit nationaltrust.org.uk

 

HASLEMERE FOOD FESTIVAL / SEPTEMBER 16 / LIONS GREEN, HASLEMERE

A celebration of local produce sourced from Surrey, Sussex and Hampshire, the Haslemere Food Festival returns to Lion Green in Haslemere this month, ready to wow foodies with a haven of gastronomic goodies and much more. Entry is free from 10 am – 4 pm, making this the perfect day out for the whole family.

For more information, visit haslemere.com 

CMPP TWILIGHT RUNWAY CHALLENGE / SEPTEMBER 16 / BLACKBUSHE AIRPORT, CAMBERLEY

Whether you fancy running, walking, cycling, skating, or even scooting it, head for Blackbushe Airport this September and participate in the Twilight Runway Challenge. Choose from distances of 3k, 5k or 10k before taking to the runway and raising money to support local causes.

For more information, visit twilightchallenge.co.uk 

 

THE SURREY CHILLI FESTIVAL / SEPTEMBER 16 + 17 / WALTON ON THAMES CRICKET CLUB

Fancy feeling hot, hot, hot? If the English summer has left you somewhat limp, head for the Surrey Chilli Festival in Walton-On-Thames for a fiery fiesta that’ll be sure to warm your senses. Discover a range of concoctions and colourful culinary creations celebrating spicy chilli peppers. Not a fan of the fire? Fear not; a range of non-spicy foodstuffs will be available, a kids zone for the little foodies in your fam and live music throughout the day.

For more information, visit thelocalfoodfestival.com

 

HOP HARVEST FESTIVAL + TEA PARTY / SEPTEMBER 16 + 17 / HOGS BACK BREWERY, TONGHAM

‘Tis the time of year to harvest! Head to the marvellous world of the famed Hogs Back Brewery in Tongham for a right proper Hop Harvest Festival this weekend. On Saturday, enjoy a day of beer, music and street food, and on Sunday, bring the family along for the Hop Harvest TEA Party. As is the tradition at the brewery, a batch of their very special Green T.E.A will be available; brewed with the freshest of hops, this distinct beaker of green beer will go down a treat! Expect good times.

For more information, visit hogsback.co.uk 

 

ONE OUT FESTIVAL / SEPTEMBER 16 / APPS COURT FARM, WALTON-ON-THAMES

Get fresh and dance the day away at the One Out Festival at Apps Court Farm in Walton. Featuring a mega line-up of artists from the world of bass music, expect a line-up consisting of; Mike Skinner, Franky Wah, Eli Brown, Paul Woolford, Sam Divine, Flava D, Danny Howard, P Money & Whiney, Mele and many, many more! Tickets are running low, so snap some up, pronto.

For more information, visit oneout.co.uk 

 

WRITER’S SALOON / SEPTEMBER 16 / NEW HOUSE ART SPACE, GUILDFORD

Love words? Love playing with them and forming sentences of some description? Giddy up and head for the Writer’s Saloon at New House Art Space in Guildford. A free monthly meetup for writers of all disciplines to talk about their work, receive feedback, and meet friendly faces.

For more information, visit newhouse.art

 

KANE FM PRESENTS: DUB BY THE RIVER / SEPTEMBER 16 / THE ROW BARGE, GUILDFORD

It’s all things roots, reggae and dub as we join community radio station Kane FM’s DJs at The Rowbarge Pub in Guildford. Complete with Caribbean BBQ, face painting for kids and plenty of rub-a-dub tunes, catch regular Kane FM reggae dons Boom & Bass, Da Vinci Sound System Pablo Mac and Kaya M spinning the tunes.

For more information, visit kanefm.com

 

SHOWSTOPPER! THE IMPROVISED MUSICAL / SEPTEMBER 16 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON

Feeling spontaneous? Arriving at Kingston’s Rose Theatre for a unique performance, the Olivier Award-winning show Showstoppers takes the audiences’ suggestions and magically transforms them into a whirlwind musical extravaganza. Packed with drama, lyricism and laughter, every night sees a brand new hit musical waiting to be unleashed.

For more information, visit rosetheatre.org

GEORGIA MEEK / SEPTEMBER 16 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD

British alt-pop artist Georgia Meek made her explosive entrance onto the UK music scene with her critically acclaimed single ‘Bare’, quickly thrusting her Spotify audience into figures just south of half a million. Arriving at The Boileroom this September, snap up a ticket, like now, for a night of the latest in live music.

For more information, visit theboileroom.net

TOM ALLEN: COMPLETELY / SEPTEMBER 16 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING

Tom Allen has finally moved out of his parent’s house, which has been great news for him, better news for department stores and even better news for his latest stand-up tour as he’s eager to share his life updates, get your opinions on his vegetable patch and delve into the protocol of inviting friends with children for dinner. Get tickets quick before it sells out.

For more information, visit atgtickets.com/woking

 

BARB JUNGR AND HER TRIO – MY MARQUEE / SEPTEMBER 16 / ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD

Described as “Britain’s most gifted song stylist” and “one of Europe’s most intriguing and intelligent interpreters of the contemporary song”, multi-award-winning vocalist Barb Jungr has successfully combined the intricacies of cabaret with the power of jazz to create a unique concept of popular music. This new collection, “Barb Jungr My Marquee”, is also the name of Barb’s recent album, with Jenny Carr on piano, Dudley Phillips on bass and Jonathan Lee on drums.

For more information, visit electric.theatre

 

 

 

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