If you’re looking for ways to get out and about over the next few weeks, plenty is happening across Surrey and South West London. From local events to hidden gems, there’s no shortage of ideas to fill your days. For more event details and booking information, simply click on the one that interests you.
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KIFF
7 May 2025 13:30 - 18:30
A day of classic movies on the Kingston riverside
The KIFF team are running a day of classic movies on the Kingston riverside at Canbury Gardens on May 7, with Chicken Run at 1.30 pm, a double bill of classic silent films, Sunnyside and One Week at 3.30 pm, followed by Grease at 6.30 pm. Refreshment
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Dorking Westival
2 May 2025 19:30
Dorking Westival
Head to Dorking for this year’s Westival and enjoy a festival of live music featuring Two Infinity and Wednesday’s Child, among many others, while exploring some of the town’s fabulous pubs, The Old House, The Star, The King’s Arms and more.
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Hersham Bowling Club
10 May 2025 10:30 - 15:30
Drawn Triples Competition
Hersham Bowling Club, which celebrates its 125th Anniversary this year, is holding its Drawn Triples Competition on Saturday, May 10. Come along to watch or visit the following day on Sunday, May 11, 10.30 am - 3.30 pm to try the game for yourself.
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@EsherMayFair
17 May 2025 12:00 - 16:00
Esher May Fair
This popular scout fair returns to Esher Green with performances from scout bands, dance, music and martial arts groups, as well as a funfair, craft stalls, BBQ and Pimm’s tent.
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kew.org
31 May 2025 10:30 - 12:30
Forest bathing at Kew
Kew's expert guides from the Forest Bathing Institute will lead you on a guided sensory walk through the stunning arboretum at Kew, helping you disconnect from everyday stress.
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Dorking Halls
29 May 2025 10:00 - 13:00
Free Half Term Lilo & Stitch Inspired Craft Caper
Dorking Halls is hosting a Half Term Craft Caper. Take part in a free arts and crafts session inspired by Disney favourites, Lilo and Stitch. Suitable for ages two to 10; parental supervision is required.
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cobhammill.org.uk
8 Jun 2025 14:00 - 17:00
Free museum tours
This living museum on the River Mole opens on the second Sunday of each month for free tours and excellent tea, cakes and scones. May 11 and June 8, 2-5 pm. Free entry. Dogs and children are welcome.
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11 Jun 2025 17:30
Hampton Court Palace Music Festival
Hampton Court Palace Music Festival returns next month with a stellar line up of performers: Tom Jones, Rag’n’Bone Man, Elbow, Gary Barlow, James, Chaka Khan and many more. And we have a fabulous giveaway to make the festival even more special.
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Manuel Harlan
6 May 2025 19:30
Handbagged at the Yvonne
Following an imagined conversation between two of history’s most revered female leaders, Handbagged is a fly-on-the-wall look at what might have happened when Queen Elizabeth II and Margaret Thatcher came face-to-face in the privacy of the palace.
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Grayshott Folk Club
3 May 2025 19:30
Honey & The Bear + Friends LIVE!!
Grayshott Folk Club welcomes Honey & The Bear (and guests) this month. The duo, who are rapidly establishing themselves as firm favourites with the folk fraternity, combine delicately interwoven vocal harmonies with emotive and evocative songwriting.
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Kew Fashion Show
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Cranleigh Arts
17 May 2025 10:00 - 11:00
Kids’ Craft: Crazy Cats!
Cranleigh Arts has a range of activities devoted to youngsters. Have fun making these fantastic felines with gorgeous stripy coats. All you need is some recycled card and then use yarn wrapping to turn them into crazy cats.
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kew.org
15 May 2025 12:30
Mediterranean garden walking tour
Discover Kew's Mediterranean plants on this free walking tour of the spectacular Mediterranean garden and find out more about the economic uses of Mediterranean plants, the diversity of life the habitat supports and the conservation efforts needed.
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Ben West: Where the wild things are
24 Apr 2025 07:00
Monthly wildlife walks with Ben West
Join local birdwatcher and forager, Ben West, on May 10 at 1 pm for his regular monthly wildlife walk on Molesey Heath, learning about wildflowers, wild food and medicine, birds, butterflies, bees, dragonflies, amphibians and more.
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kew.org
3 May 2025 10:00 - 19:00
Of the Oak at Kew
This spring and summer, visitors to Kew Gardens can experience Of the Oak, a one-of-a-kind immersive art installation that celebrates the oak tree as a vital hub of biodiversity.
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www.maryhainline.com
9 May 2025 10:00 - 18:00
Open Garden
Artist Mary Hainline is once again opening her idyllic walled Victorian garden at Pentire, Snowdenham Lane, Bramley GU5 0AT. Art and gifts available to buy, plus tea, cakes and raffle with all donations going to the West Surrey Branch of the Motor Ne
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Petersham Open Gardens
18 May 2025 11:00
Petersham Open Gardens
Petersham Open Gardens will see various local gardens, from small cottage gardens to those of grand houses, open their gates to raise funds for local charities. All are within walking distance of each other (maps and signs provided).
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habitatsandheritage.org.uk
11 May 2025 10:00 - 14:00
Plant Sale for Wildlife
This popular plant sale run by SW London environmental charity, Habitats and Heritage returns to Kilmorey Mausoleum in St Margarets with native plants to encourage more wildlife into your garden.
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RHS
20 May 2025 08:00 - 20:00
RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Filled with inspiring garden designs and gorgeous floral displays, RHS Chelsea Flower Show returns. This year, headline sponsor The Newt is bringing a South African Karoo Succulent Garden to London for the very first time.
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Matt Crockett
31 May 2025 19:30
Reverend Richard Coles: Borderline National Trinket
Writer, broadcaster, podcaster, author and I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! runner-up, Reverend Richard Coles, arrives at G Live this month as part of his UK tour – Borderline National Trinket.
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