WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK IN SURREY & SW LONDON?
Fancy something to in Surrey or South West London this week? From outdoor pottery and a bear by the name of Pooh, to nights with cricket legends and crochet granny square workshops – find out what’s on with this ever so handy guide.
OUTDOOR POTTERY EXPERIENCE / AUGUST 7 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
Be inspired by your surroundings with this awesome outdoor pottery experience at West Horsley Place. Explore clay making and decorating using earthenware clays found in the Sussex Landscape and learn different decorating techniques. During the session, you’ll also use a contained campfire to explore simple firing techniques that can be used in a forest school site.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
DISCOVER THE HEALING POWER OF ART FOR WELLBEING / AUGUST 7 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Whatever your self-proclaimed skill set, creativity is one surefire way to improve your well-being. This morning workshop taking place at Farnham Maltings will ignite your artistic spirit as you explore the art techniques of mark-making with music and painting on canvas with mixed media. Experiment with shape and colour as you let go and express yourself.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
MEN’S FIRE CIRCLE / AUGUST 7 / 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 August. Limited spaces are available.
For more information, visit theshac.co.uk
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AIG WOMEN’S OPEN / AUGUST 9 – 13 / WALTON HEATH GOLF CLUB
The major championship in Women’s Golf is taking place at Walton Heath, Surrey this month. A landmark event in the sporting calendar, fans attending the AIG Women’s Open will see the world’s best women’s golfers compete for the prestigious major championship, which has been won by the biggest names in the sport, including defending champion Ashleigh Buhai of South Africa, Anna Nordqvist and Annika Sorenstam of Sweden, Georgia Hall of Great Britain, Inbee Park of Korea and Karrie Webb of Australia.
For more information, visit aigwomensopen.com
OFF THE KERB STAND-UP COMEDY CLUB / AUGUST 9 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Farnham Maltings partner with Off the Kerb Productions to bring some much-welcome comic relief to folks in Farnham and beyond this August. Enjoy a summer’s Eve with two hours of some of the best and brightest upcoming comics on the circuit. This month’s lineup features Joe Foster, Funmbi Omotayo and Kate McGann. Get laughing.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
FUN TIME THURSDAY / 10, 17, 24 + AUGUST 31 / URBAN PARKLET, PHOENIX COURT, GUILDFORD
Fancy some freemium entertainment? Head for Phoenix Court in Guildford’s Town Centre for this Free Fun Time Thursday event hosted by Experience Guildford. Get creative with the make-and-take session, where you’ll make crystal bracelets and do some rock painting. just pop down from 11am – 3pm for some free fun with the little ones.
For more information, visit experienceguildford.com
AN AUDIENCE WITH MONTY PANESAR / AUGUST 10 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
England cricket legend Monty Panesar is coming to Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud this month. Delving into his Sports Locker, Monty will spin you through an evening of tales from his illustrious career. Known as much for his terrible fielding in his early days as for his world-beating left-arm spin, Monty became a household name and helped England to become the number-one Test team on the planet.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
PADDLEBOARDING CLEAN-UP / AUGUST 11 / STAINES ROAD, CHERTSEY
Love paddle boarding but hate to see our beloved waterways bombarded by waste? Get to it and become part of the solution as you take to your paddle board and join the planet patrol for a clean-up operation in Chertsey. Fancy organising your own cleanup? Head to Planet Patrol and put your hands up for – a cleaner city.
For more information, visit planet patrol.co
DISNEY’S WINNIE THE POOH / AUGUST 11 – 13 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Disney’s iconic Winnie the Pooh, Christopher Robin and their best friends Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, Rabbit, and Owl (oh… and don’t forget Tigger too!) have come to life in a beautifully crafted musical stage adaptation. Featuring the Sherman Brothers’ classic Grammy Award-winning music with further songs by A.A. Milne, this beautiful fresh stage adaptation is told with stunning life-sized puppetry through the eyes of the characters we all know and love in a new story from the Hundred Acre Wood.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
ALBURY TRAIL WILDLIFE WALK & WINE / AUGUST 12 / ALBURY VINEYARD
Purveyors of the finest Organic wine and lovers of all things sustainability speaking, the wonderful Albury Vineyard has just opened a new Wildlife Trail. Instated around the perimeter of the vines, the trail aims to help wildlife thrive by attracting birds, bees, flowers and frogs. Join estate manager Alex Valsecchi for a guided trail before finishing with a chilled glass of the estate’s eponymous drop.
For more information, visit alburyvineyard.com
CROCHET GRANNY SQUARE ACCESSORIES / AUGUST 12 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Find your new favourite hobby, and head for The Packhouse on the outskirts of Farnham to discover how to create crochet granny squares. Relax, unwind and get hooked on a versatile skill that’ll see you producing blankets, throws, and whatever your woolly ideas desire in no time.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
REIGATE SUSTAINABILITY MARKET / AUGUST 12 / REIGATE METHODIST CHURCH
The Reigate Sustainability Market arrives at Reigate Methodist Church on Reigate High Street this August, Bringing together local organisations, artisans, food & drink producers and businesses that share a passion for sustainability. Spend the day learning how to make your life choices more sustainable and be inspired to change your ways to live in a cleaner and altogether greener environment.
For more information, visit nature-reclaimed.shop/market
TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN / AUGUST 12 / WIMBLEDON
Enjoy some food for the soul this month and get a Taste of The Caribbean in Wimbledon. Featuring multiple street food traders selling hot food, desserts, take-home produce, cultural crafts as well as non-food products. Entertainment consists of live music, cooking demonstrations, eating competitions, funfair rides and activities for the children.
For more information, visit tasteofcaribbeanuk.com
AMERICAN BARBECUE COURSE / AUGUST 12 / ABINGER COOKERY SCHOOL, DORKING
As the sun begins to grace our lives more frequently, it’s safe to say that barbecues should come to the fore when cooking our food. While we may all have our own specialities when it comes to the grill (mine’s black sausages), those folks from across the pond have got the goods when it comes to coal-cooked food. Learn how to cook up a classic American barbecue this month.
For more information, visit weber.com
DORKING WANDERERS VS MAIDENHEAD UTD / AUGUST 12 / MEADOWBANK STADIUM
Once more, Dorking enters the fray of England’s fifth tier of football, hoping to improve upon last season’s efforts. Back at Meadowbank Stadium for their first home fixture of the campaign, can the Wanderers use the home crowd and get all 3 points? Find out and book a ticket for a sell-out crowd.
For more information, visit dorkingwanderers.com
DUBAI DUTY FREE SHERGAR CUP / AUGUST 12 / ASCOT RACECOURSE
One of the racecourse’s most popular race days, expect the perfect blend of entertainment both on and off the track. A unique fixture in the global racing calendar, the Dubai Duty-Free Shergar Cup sees jockeys from around the world compete in a team-racing format, joining forces to try and win racing’s ultimate team prize. Will it be Great Britain & Ireland, Europe, the Rest of the World or the Ladies that raise the Cup this year? An exciting six-race contest is followed by a lively post-racing concert. This year, Craig David will headline the evening, with Melanie C and Marvin Humes rounding off the day in style.
For more information, visit ascot.com
SUMMER SERIES / AUGUST 12 – 26 / TWICKENHAM STADIUM
The Rugby World Cup is just around the corner, which means plans and preparations for Rugby’s showpiece extravaganza are going up a notch. Give the England team a bon voyage before they go off for tournament duties in France and catch a glimpse of things to come as they take on Wales and Fiji in two warm-up matches.
For more information, visit twickenhamstadium.com
AIG WOMEN’S OPEN: ELLIE GOULDING / AUGUST 12 / WALTON HEATH GOLF CLUB
Global superstar Ellie Goulding is set to thrill fans as the headline music act in a concert performance being staged during the AIG Women’s Open at Walton Heath. For the very first time, live music will feature as part of a new, enhanced fan experience that aims to attract new and diverse audiences to the championship to enjoy women’s golf at the very highest level. BRIT Award winner Goulding will entertain fans on Saturday, August 12, following the close of play.
For more information, visit aigwomensopen.com
FLEETWOOD MAC BY CANDLELIGHT / AUGUST 12 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING
Featuring a cast of West End singers and a live band, join us for a ‘landslide’ concert, jam-packed with Fleetwood Mac hits as you have never heard them before! This incredible show will feature best-loved songs, including ‘Little Lies‘, ‘The Chain‘, ‘Rhiannon‘, ‘Don’t Stop‘, and many more, performed at the beautiful New Victoria Theatre Woking by Candlelight. Snap up some tickets quickly for a night of sing-a-longs.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/woking
THE ALLERGIES / AUGUST 12 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
Fancy some funk? The Allergies have made it their mission to reshape funky vintage sounds for the modern dancefloor. Both skilled turntablists in their own right and known for their 45-only vinyl sets, the duo of DJ Moneyshot and Rackabeat first bonded over their love of classic hip-hop and beats, then decided to pool their knowledge and skills into making their own music. Get down to the funky sound and head for Guildford’s The Boileroom for a night of moving and grooving.
For more information, visit theboileroom.net
NIGHTINGALE / AUGUST 13 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
Nightingale is a brand-new ballet based on the life and work of Florence Nightingale. Florence’s legendary life was marked by monumental achievements and extraordinary events. In a society bound by convention, Florence changed history. Narrated extracts from Florence’s personal diaries bring her story to life through her own words. Alongside a brand-new score, original choreography, beautiful set and costumes and performed by an accomplished cast of dancers and musicians. This high-quality, original ballet is guaranteed to be an inspiring and informative experience for adults and children alike.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
PILATES AT WINKWORTH / AUGUST 13 / WINKWORTH ARBOERETUM, GODALMING
Pilates is a great tool for self-preservation. And when complemented by the sheer beauty on display at Winkworth Arboretum, this self-care practice is practically bliss. Enjoy this one-off session suitable for all fitness levels and revel in early morning relaxation with your wellbeing and your purpose. Booking is essential.
For more information, visit nationaltrust.org
AFTERNOON JAZZ ON THE MEADOW / AUGUST 13, 20, 27 + 28 / PAINSHILL PARK, COBHAM
Head for the scenic environs of Painshill Park in Cobham for an afternoon of Jazz on The Meadow. Listen to live jazz from The Sarah Jane Eveleigh Jazz Quartet performed under the marquee on the meadow. Expect an array of jazz and Latin standards as well as reworkings of some contemporary classics.
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
CRAZY GOLF / NOW UNTIL 26 / VICTORIA PLACE, WOKING
Fancy some crazy golf in the centre of Woking? Join Bertie the Bee and the gang to play free woodland-themed Crazy golf daily from 1st – 26th August, 11 am-4 pm. Head to Jubilee Square and pick up your golf clubs and balls from the team on hand there, and you’ll be set to go! No booking is required.
For more information, visit vpwoking.co.uk