WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK IN SURREY?
Looking for a spot of weekly inspiration for your diary? There is, quite frankly, oodles to do in Surrey this week. Easter fun, live music, nights at the theatre, and loads more. Discover something new to do, and you never know, you might just find your new favourite thing.
MEN’S FIRE CIRCLE / APRIL 1, 15 + 29 / THE SHAC, BUCKLAND PARK LAGOON, BETCHWORTH
A supportive space for men to come together, connect and explore ideas that might help each other mentally, sign up and head for this Mens Fire Circle taking place at the scenic environs of Buckland Park Lagoon this April. Multiple dates for this month, however limited spaces are available for each session.
For more information, visit theshac.co.uk
ADWAITH / APRIL 1 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
With regular plays on BBC1 and BBC6 as well as numerous headline tours and festival appearances, Adwaith are Gwenllian, Hollie and Heledd, a post- punk band from Carmarthen, South West Wales. Singing in Welsh, Adwaith, are more than a post-punk band from Wales; expect emotional soundscapes that’ll transport you a million miles away. Catch them at The Boileroom in Guildford this month.
For more information, visit theboileroom.net
KIDS PADDLESPORT CAMPS / APRIL 2 – 3 / WATERSIDE CENTRE, GUILDFORD
Take to the water this Spring! Children age 8-15 years can join British Canoeing qualified coaches and small groups in the outdoors for a brilliant mix of paddlesport challenges and games, whatever your previous experience. For physical activity, improved skills, lots of confidence and great fun. Children must be able to swim 25m in light clothing. Bouyancy aids will be provided. Book your space online.
For more information, visit surreyhillsandrivers.co.uk
DIVERSITY / APRIL 2 – 4 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Supernova follows Diversity’s sold-out Connected tour earlier this year, which combined playful, comedic routines with powerful statements on human connectivity. Big, relentless, and energetic, the tour dazzled fans across the UK. Catch the crew for not one, to two, but three nights at Guildford’s G Live this month.
For more information, visit trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford
THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL / APRIL 2 – 6 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Gossip never goes out of fashion… Sir Peter Teazle (Joseph Marcell) believes his young wife is sleeping with someone else. She isn’t. But she’s starting to think if her husband believes it, she may as well give it a go. After all, if you’re going to cause a scandal, you might as well enjoy it…catch one of the greatest comedies ever written for a night of quick wit and riotous laughter.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
CRANLEIGH ARTS LITERARY FESTIVAL / APRIL 2 – 6 / CRANLEIGH ARTS
Internationally renowned authors Sarah Gristwood and Adele Parks will be amongst an eclectic line up of writers, poets and other contributors taking part in Cranleigh Arts Literary Festival, returning this spring after a five-year break. Expect a wide variety of talks, workshops, storytelling for children, poetry readings and much more.
For more information, visit cranleigharts.org
FANS OPEN DAYS / APRIL 2, 4, 9 + 11 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
Did you know that West Horsley Place is used as location for a variety of TV shows? This April, expect a huge celebration of the things that have been filmed at West Horsley Place, including BBC Ghosts. Find your Ghosts community at the real ‘Button House’. Come along in cosplay, meet other fans, watch TV together and discuss the show!
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
EASTER FAMILY FUN DAY / APRIL 3 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Drop in to Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud and celebrate all things spring for this free events (donations welcome). Search for eggs hidden around the theatre foyer and garden – if you find them all you’ll get an Easter treat. With free craft activities, dressing up, outdoor chalk art, face painting* and delicious refreshments available from our Riverbank Kitchen – this is one egg-stravaganza you won’t want to miss!
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
SHORT STORIES TALL TALES: THE GINGERBREAD MAN / APRIL 3 / CRANLEIGH ARTS
Come and meet the curious gingerbread man who discovers he has arms and legs and a cherry nose! An energetic spin on the famous fairy tale that’s been told and retold by families for nearly two centuries. This tall tale will enthral and inspire your little one’s creative imaginations.
For more information, visit cranleigharts.org
THE LAUREN BUSH QUARTET / APRIL 4 / THE ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Renowned for her enchanting lyrical delivery and impeccable sense of timing, Lauren Bush stands as a contemporary Canadian jazz vocalist based in London, UK. Praised by All About Jazz as “the freshest and most exciting” presence on the scene, and hailed by Downbeat Magazine for her exceptional phrasing, diction, and scatting prowess, Lauren is a true standout. Catch Bush and her Quartet at Guildford’s Electric Theatre this April.
For more information, visit electric.theatre
BOB VYLAN / APRIL 5 / PRYZM, KINGSTON UPON THAMES
To celebrate the release of the new album ‘Humble As The Sun’, Bob Vylan visit Kingston to play at Pryzm. With a sold-out show taking place at The Fighting Cocks later that night, get in early doors to Pryzm for a raucous start to your Friday night.
For more information, visit banquetrecords.com
GAG HOUSE COMEDY CLUB / APRIL 5* + 20* / GUILDFORD*, GODALMING + CAMBERLEY
Fancy some funny? Of course you do. It’s good for you don’t you know? Catch the latest names in stand-up comedy as monthly giggles return to Godalming, Camberley and Guildford courtesy of the Gag House Comedy Clubs.
For more information, visit gaghousecomedy.com
FREE SHARING: BINARY OPPOSITION BY RECKLESS SLEEPERS / APRIL 5 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Fancy something different this month? For almost 30 years Reckless Sleepers have been devising theatre projects. Binary Opposition, the company’s latest project, creates new versions in each location it visits. A large wooden frame will be constructed in the Maltings’ Great Hall. Reckless Sleepers will use their visit to Farnham to continue exploring the many ways this versatile set can be used to express ideas, evolving the project with new scenarios and scenes.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
RHS WISLEY SUPPER CLUB / APRIL 5 + 26 / RHS GARDEN, WISLEY
Head for RHS Garden Wisley, as talented Executive Chef Brwa Ahmad crafts a seasonal three-course set menu inspired by the very essence of the garden.The allure of these evenings extends beyond the flavours of the menu, as you’ll also be invited to indulge in the wisdom of an RHS curatorial expert who will give you a tour and a captivating talk about the garden.
For more information, visit rhs.org.uk
SURREY HILLS SPRING FAIR / APRIL 6 – 7 / RURAL LIFE LIVING MUSEUM, TILFORD
This Spring Fair is a unique opportunity to celebrate spring in the beautiful setting of the Rural Life Living Museum, where visitors can experience a wide range of fun and exciting activities that celebrate spring and showcase the richness of the culture, heritage and natural beauty of the Surrey Hills. Fair-goers of all ages can expect a wide range of activities, including traditional country crafts, live music, art demonstrations, local food vendors, and outdoor woodland activities.
For more information, visit surreyhills.org
FAMILY DAYS: PATTERNS OF NATURE / APRIL 6 – 11 / WATTS GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE, COMPTON
It’s springtime! Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village has 18 acres of flowers, trees, hedges, woodlands and lawns for your family to explore and enjoy. Join them for this fab Family Day with activities for everyone to connect with and draw inspiration from nature. From capturing patterns under microscopes, and painting ‘en plein air’, to building homes for little creatures. Don’t miss having an adventure in the Verey Playwood and refuel with a picnic in the grounds or by picking up lunch from the Tea Shop.
For more information, visit wattsgallery.org.uk
GUILDFORD FLAMES VS GLASGOW CLAN / APRIL 6 / SPECTRUM LEISURE COMPLEX, GUILDFORD
Last game of the league season as Guildford Flames take on Glasgow Clan. Slipping to a mid-table finish looks to be a likely outcome unless Paul Dixon’s squad can add some more flames to the fire before the season end.
For more information, visit guildfordflames.com
HIKING CHALLENGE: SURREY HILLS THREE PEAKS / APRIL 6 / OLD LONDON ROAD, DORKING
Are your boots made for walking? Spend the day in the Surrey Hills this May and participate in this Surrey Three Peaks hiking challenge which will see you walking Box Hill, Leith Hill and Holmbury Hill in one day. Crikey. Sign up online and prepare for some epic views of the place we call home.
For more information, visit backontrack.live
YOGA SOUND JOURNEY / APRIL 7 / SHP HEALTH, DORKING
Through a carefully crafted blend of soothing sounds and melodies, including drums, Himalayan and Crystal Bowls, and therapeutic percussion, Kat Caddick guides participants in a journey starting with a Vinyasa Yoga flow to quieten the mind into deep relaxation and ending with a mindful Sound Bath leading you to a place of inner peace and harmony.
For more information, visit shphealth.co.uk
THE NOISE NEXT DOOR: THE ADVENTURE ACADEMY… FOR ADVENTURERS / APRIL 7 / THE ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Enroll at the world’s most reckless and ridiculous school with comedy legends The Noise Next Door. Where will your adventure take you? Dangerous deserts? Treacherous tundras? Volatile volcanoes? It’s all up to you in this side-splitting, globe-trotting hour of entertainment that is fun for all ages.
For more information, visit electric.theatre
LIVE ROLLER DERBY – SURREY ROLLER GIRLS DOUBLE HEADER / APRIL 7 / SPECTRUM LEISURE COMPLEX, GUILDFORD
Roller derby is back with a double header at Guildford’s Spectrum Leisure Complex this month. Catch Bristol Roller Derby vs Herts Rollerderby, before the Guildford Girls take to the floor as Surrey Roller Girls take on Bath Roller Derby for a hard hitting encounter that’ll leave you screaming for more. Bring it on.
For more information, visit facebook.com/surreyrollergirls
THE NOISE NEXT DOOR – FREEWHEELING / APRIL 7 / THE ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Buckle up…You’re in for a hell of a ride! The quickest wits in comedy are here to take you on a totally improvised tour around YOUR weirdest and wildest ideas.The Noise Next Door are going hell for leather in this brand new show as they race through a priceless parade of off-the-cuff gags, scenes and songs, all based on your suggestions.
For more information, visit electric.theatre
ONGOING EVENTS…
EASTER LINDT GOLD BUNNY HUNT / MARCH 23 – APRIL 14 / HAMPTON COURT PALACE
The Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt returns to the beautiful surroundings of Hampton Court Palace. Hunt high and low around Henry VIII’s home and gardens and meet some of the palace’s most famous characters from the past.
For more information, visit hrp.org.uk
THE LION INSIDE / MARCH 28 – APRIL 14 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON
A heart-warming story about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar. Fed up of being ignored and forgotten by the other animals, Mouse wishes he could roar like Lion. But, as he discovers, even the biggest, bossiest people are scared sometimes … and even the smallest creatures can have the heart of a lion! Suitable for kids aged 3+ get some tickets quick for a magical trip to the theatre.
For more information, visit rosetheatre.org
THE BEAR TRAIL / MARCH 29 – JUNE 7 / KINGSTON UPON THAMES
In collaboration with Wild in Art and Walker Books, the Bear Trail comes to Kingston upon Thames this month. Inspired by Michael Rosen’s beloved picture book “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt,” this public art trail promises to captivate audiences of all ages. Featuring ten unique bear sculptures, each hand-painted by talented artists, sculptures will be scattered throughout the town center, creating a delightful adventure for families, friends, and visitors alike.
For more information, visit kingstonfirst.co.uk
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