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Self-care tips to feel calmer and sleep better
There's no denying that we're living in an age of anxiety. Whether our worries or big or small, these everyday stressors can take over our lives and make us feel stressed, panicked and even unorganised. Read more
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Are you struggling to find the right support for your teenager?
When a teenager is displaying disruptive behaviour or is struggling with their mental health, parents are likely feeling a sense of despair and helplessness. Read more
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37 apartments and houses hit the market in Ashford from £289,950
Fusing cosmopolitan connections with relaxed living, The Gate House is an exclusive development brought to you by Telereal Trillium, offering six beautiful houses and 31 spacious apartments, located in the bustling town of Ashford, Surrey. Read more
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Why you should consider Parkside School
They tick all the boxes Read more
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Award-winning custom shutters to enhance your home
Essential Award winners 2019, MD’s Simon and Georgina talk about home renovations and the beautiful versatility of shutters. Read more
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WIN! Tickets to Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells
Closing date: July 31 Read more
WIN! Tickets with Nimax Theatres
One reader will win a pair of tickets to their choice of one of three Nimax shows Read more
Georgi Mabee RHS/Georgi Mabee
WIN! Lunch for four plus a £150 gift card
Closing June 30 Read more
Outdoor water fun in Surrey
Fun things to do for the summer ahead Read more
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Katriona Taylor and her Band at The Musical Museum
27th June – Brentford Musical Museum – Join Katriona Taylor and her band for a live show on a summers special event. Details: Date – 27th June 2021 Time – 3pm (2 x 45min sets, with interval) Address – Brentford Musical Museum, 399 H... Read more
27 Jun 2021
15:0017:00
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Ute Haring
A TRACE OF SPACE: UTE HARING
Prints, photography and paintings from artist Ute Haring, made over the past 20 years. Includes Meet the artist event: Sat 3 July at 2pm The central theme considers the way our identities are connected to the physical space we live in, throug... Read more
23 Jun 202111 Jul 2021
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Gatton Trust
Little Seeds Forest School
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts and lots of fun! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Recommended for children aged 2-5 years. £10 per child. 10-11.45am or 12.45-2.30pm. Book online at ... Read more
28 Jun 2021
10:0011:45
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Nomads
God Of Carnage
God of Carnage Tuesday 22nd to Saturday 26th June 2021 – BOOK NOW By Yasmina Reza Translated By Christopher Hampton Directed by Elaine Burns Warning: contains strong language Our cast: Alain Reille : Jason Spiller Annette Reille: He... Read more
21 Jun 202126 Jun 2021
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Donmar Warehouse
Blindness
Award-winning playwright Simon Stephens has adapted Nobel Prize-winner José Saramago’s dystopian novel Blindness as a sound installation, directed by Walter Meierjohann with immersive binaural sound design by Ben and Max Ringham. Juliet Stevenson... Read more
21 Jun 202125 Jun 2021
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Guildford School of Acting
Spend Spend Spend
The rags-to-riches-to-rags musical tale of a housewife in 1961 who wins the football pools. Winner of the Evening Standard Award for Best Musical. Based on the book by Viv Nicholson and Stephen Smith Book and lyrics by Steve Brown and Justin ... Read more
30 Jun 2021
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HardAsSnails Midweek Trail Wednesday 30th June 2021
HardAsSnails Midweek Trail Wednesday 30th June 2021
Come and experience our multi-award-winning midweek trail run series, which we're told is best celebrated with a sunset drink from the Horsebox Bar! A popular choice for those who like to squeeze an extra run in after work, this sell-out event... Read more
30 Jun 2021
17:0021:00
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Merriment Atelier
Paint Party at Bingham Riverhouse Hotel, Richmond with Merriment Atelier.
We are delighted to invite you to be our guest at our Paint & Sip in Style workshop at the lovely local venue – Bingham Riverhouse Hotel, Richmond. Come alone or with your friends and spend a wonderful evening painting a beautiful picture, whi... Read more
30 Jun 2021
19:0021:00
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RWHS
Royal Windsor Horse Show
An equestrian extravaganza taking place in the private grounds of Windsor Castle. From top-class international show jumping to the Shetland Pony Grand National, with a brilliant shopping village and an array of entertainment acts, there's somethi... Read more
1 Jul 20214 Jul 2021
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THEATRE SHOWS
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DINE OUT
RESTAURANT REVIEWS
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The Terrace at The King's Arms Hampton Court
An al fresco feast fit for a king - Sophie Farrah dines on the terrace at The King's Arms Hampton Court Read more
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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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QUICK BITES
Rupert Marlow
LATEST FOOD & DRINK REVIEWS
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
Ping Pong Steam at Home
Over the past year, I’ve tried a lot of meal kits, and Ping Pong has been one of my favourites. Read more
Olympic Studios’ 20 Minute Sunday Roast Kit
Sophie Farrah tries and reviews a superb Sunday roast prepared by the Olympic studios and cooked at home in just 20 minutes. Read more
JA Skelton
Mandira's Kitchen BBQ Box
Forget burnt bangers - Sophie Farrah tries out a brand-new Indian BBQ box Read more
BUTCHERS & SPECIALIST STORES
The unique, specialist stores we love
All located in your local area Read more
Top local places to buy quality fish
Fresh fish, just around the corner Read more
The best places to source local meat in Surrey
Looking for the perfect cut? Read more
GET OUT
Dan Hannington
Brighton Dog Photography
READY FOR THE SUMMER
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HOTEL REVIEWS
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Birch, Hertfordshire
The Times proclaimed that Birch is currently the best hotel in the UK. I think they might be right. Read more
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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
SCHOOLS
MENTAL HEALTH
How to access free psychological therapies (talking therapies)
Combat anxiety and depression Read more
Crucial mental health tips for parents
Adopt the stop, look and listen method 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
PROPERTY IN SURREY
LOCAL STORIES
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