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Surrey residents challenged to upcycle their waste
Surrey residents are being challenged to enjoy a more sustainable summer this year by learning to upcycle their waste instead of throwing it away. Read more
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10% off gin delivered next day for Richmond residents
Feeling thirsty? Claim your discount code now Read more
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Save our shops!
Sheengate Publishing is on the case Read more
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Rock Choir launch their virtual summer term
They have reached 1 million households with their Keep Britain Singing Campaign! Read more
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Stunning Dale View properties move fast after hitting the market
Escape to the country in an idyllic haven of 22 acres of parkland within 23 miles of London Read more
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EVENTS HAPPENING NEAR YOU
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Surrey Sculpture Society and The Savill Garden
Art in the Garden at The Savill Garden
Art in the Garden at The Savill Garden will present an exhibition in the gardens of 66 sculptures created by 42 artists from the Surrey Sculpture Society who range from emerging artists to renowned sculptors. Admission to exhibition is included ... Read more
23 Sep 20203 Nov 2020
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ML Cissokho
African Drumming Classes
Weekly djembe drumming classes held upstairs at Dorking Christian Centre. All abilities welcome. Come and learn traditional West African rhythms from Senegalese djembe master Mod'lamine Cisssokho. Read more
24 Sep 2020
20:0021:30
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Grape & Grain Tours
Surrey Hills Tour with Grape & Grain Tours
Looking for the perfect day out to spend with friends or family? Why not join us for a day of English wine, gin and beer tasting in the stunning Surrey Hills AONB? On our award-winning Surrey Hills Tour we visit Silent Pool Gin Distillery, Til... Read more
26 Sep 2020
10:0017:00
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Shelby Fitzpatrick
Celebrating 45 years of the Designer Jewellers' Group (rescheduled dates)
Traditional craftsmanship and cutting edge design at its best, the Designer Jewellers' Group will be celebrating their 45th anniversary at the New Ashgate Gallery in September. Featuring new collections from the fourteen members, various infl... Read more
26 Sep 20207 Nov 2020
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David Mayne
Craft Town Public Art Commission: David Mayne: The Farnham Sculpture
In October, we invite you to join us for the launch of the Farnham Sculpture, the new public art commission in Waggon Yard that celebrates the Craft Town Farnham. Proposals were invited in 2019 for a public sculpture that is inspired by the he... Read more
26 Sep 20207 Nov 2020
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Chickpea textiles
Harriett Grist & Chickpea Textiles: The Festival of Crafts 2019 Winner
Chickpea by Harriett Grist presents a range of handmade knitted products including, cushions, purses, and home accessories. All her products are designed and produced in the UK using high quality lambswool yarn for a soft and luxury feel. Harr... Read more
26 Sep 20207 Nov 2020
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Gatton Trust
Little Seeds Forest School 2-4 yrs (must be accompanied)
Mondays 10-11.45am or 12.45-2.30pm 14, 21, 28 September; 5, 12, 19, 26 October Join us in the beautiful Cedar Woods for Gatton Park’s Little Seeds Forest School. Each week represents a unique woodland adventure for children and families alike... Read more
14 Sep 202026 Oct 2020
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Fiona Pearce
Fiona Pearce: Painting Farnham
The lead artist of our Painting Farnham season is Fiona Pearce whose work in the Foyer Gallery features her much loved Farnham landscapes, often depicting a unique but recognisable view of the Bourne Woods. Born in Guildford, Fiona studied Ar... Read more
12 Sep 20207 Nov 2020
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Catherine Warren
Painting Farnham
Our local landscape, the beautiful green countryside, has given us so much joy during the recent lockdown. The Painting Farnham season celebrates Farnham, the historic market town, Craft Town and a World Craft City, nestled in the rolling Sur... Read more
12 Sep 20207 Nov 2020
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Royal Collection Trust © Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 2020
Raphael: Prince Albert's Passion
2020 marks the 500th anniversary of the death of Raphael and to commemorate this significant event, exhibitions are being staged around the world to celebrate one of the greatest artists of the Italian Renaissance. The Lightbox is the only galler... Read more
3 Oct 202031 Jan 2021
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LOCAL EVENTS
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FAMILIES
JEREMY SELWYN
CLICK & COLLECT/FOOD DELIVERIES
FOOD DELIVERY REVIEWS
Surrey's first digital farmers' market; Plough
Supporting local and independent Surrey businesses Read more
By Word of Mouth: Handmade frozen meals delivered
Based in SW18, By Word of Mouth is a specialist event and wedding caterer with an incredible reputation. Read more
Alistair Hugo's delicious ready meal delivery service
Chef-prepared meals, so that you can ‘eat out at home’ Read more
Breakfast en Bread, The Barge House
"It may be called ‘Breakfast en Bread’, but I would happily eat one for lunch or dinner, or anytime in between for that matter." Read more
RESTAURANT REVIEWS
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Fiume, Battersea Power Station
"This summer I’ll be holidaying in Battersea." Read more
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Marcel Baumhauer da Silva
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The Swan Inn, Claygate
The news that one of the UK’s most respected Spanish chefs was taking over a gastropub in Surrey’s deepest commuter belt raised more than a few eyebrows... Read more
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Robert Scriven
Tsaretta Spice, Twickenham
It’s easy to get carried away with the ordering in Indian restaurants, especially when everything looks so irresistible, and that’s exactly what we did. Read more
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Albert Arms, Esher
"All in all, The Alberts Arms is a great meeting spot for Esher locals and visitors alike. I’ll bet this filly stays in the running." Read more
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Church Road, Barnes
"Even now, several days later, I am still thinking about that soufflé" Read more
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Hawkers Bar and Brasserie, Kingston
"The restaurant has a very elegant feel" Read more
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Geoffrey Arrowsmith
144 On The Hill, Richmond
"The restaurant has a very elegant feel" Read more
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The Blue Anchor Pub & Restaurant, Tadworth
A cosy pub, with good food and a very warm welcome Read more
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The Guildford Spice, Guildford
Spice up your life Read more
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Giggling Squid, Kingston
Tasty, Thai cuisine that has Catherine Whyte smiling from ear-to-ear. Read more
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Paul Winch-Furness Photographer
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QUICK BITES
WHAT'S IN
PROPERTY IN SURREY
SCHOOLS
Suzanne Plunkett
MENTAL HEALTH
Crucial mental health tips for parents
Adopt the stop, look and listen method Read more
Mindfulness exercises for children
Two techniques to get you started Read more
Tips on how to deal with panic attacks
Children as young as seven are experiencing panic attacks Read more
How to help anxious children
Most parents don't know what to say Read more
HOTEL REVIEWS
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Fjona Wei-ling
Hampton Manor, Solihull
"Hampton Manor had really felt like a perfect oasis away from the grisly reality of the world." Read more
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The Strand Palace Hotel
For anyone thinking of popping into London for a weekend of Christmas shopping or to catch a festive show or two - I can certainly recommend a stay at The Strand Palace Hotel. Read more
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ANDRZEJ KARPINSKI
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Talland Bay Hotel, Cornwall
Treat yourself Read more
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Jake Eastham
The PIG, Kent
Named as best in the south-east in The Sunday Times' Best Places to Stay list Read more
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Carole Drake courtesy Hotel Endsleigh, Milton Abbot, Devon
STAYCATION BREAKS
Adam Lynk
www.wellmanphotography.co.uk
SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY
Rachael Lowndes
LOCAL STORIES
Paul Harries
HEALTH & BEAUTY IN LOCKDOWN
HEALTH
Saira MacLeod
