This month in Surrey...
1. Epsom Antiques and Collectors Fair
Running since 1992, the Epsom Antiques and Collectors Fair is one of the longest-running antique fairs in the UK.
The event takes place at the racecourse, with more than 60 dealers selling a broad selection of antiques and collectors' items. There is plenty of indoor seating and an on-site food truck for refreshments.
Nov 19th, from 9 am to 3 pm, with tickets for £3.
2. Diwali at Walton's Riverhouse Barn
Walton's Riverhouse Barn celebrates Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights with a selection of South Asian dance and music performances from Kala the Arts.
Nov 23rd at 4 pm, £8.
3. Vivace Chorus at G-Live
Vivace Chorus brings its West End Extravaganza! to G-Live. The award-winning Friary Brass Band will join the singers for a night of songs from the shows.
It features classics from Mamma Mia, We Will Rock You, and composers including Andrew Lloyd Webber, Stephen Sondheim, and more.
November 16th at 7:30 pm, with tickets from £20.
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4. Detective Drama at Yvonne Arnaud
Gray O'Brien stars as the troubled Scottish detective in Rebus: A Game Called Malice will arrive at the Yvonne Arnaud this month.
Written by the novel's authors, Ian Rankin, and Simon Reade, the action centres on a murder mystery game, but with rising suspicions among the guests.
November 19th to November 23rd at 7:30 pm, with tickets from £33.
5. The Chipstead Players at the Courtyard Theatre
The Chipstead Players are celebrating their centenary year with a very apt play entitled 100. Featuring a talented cast of youngsters, the play centres on Alex, Nia, Sophie and Ketu who find themselves trapped between life and the afterlife.
The only way to escape is to choose one memory before everything is erased forever. But which one will they choose? Head to the Courtyard Theatre in Chipstead to find out.
Nov 15th - 16th at 7:30 pm with tickets for £14.
6. Cranleigh Arts staging Posting Letters to the Moon
Cranleigh Arts is staging Posting Letters to the Moon, which celebrates the life and letters of much-loved actress Celia Johnson.
The correspondence is read by Celia's daughter Lucy Fleming (Love Sarah, Miranda in The Archers) and her husband Simon Williams (Upstairs Downstairs) and gives an insight into a young mother's life during the Second World War and tells of her experience of filming with Noel Coward and David Lean on the classic film Brief Encounter.
November 21st at 7:30 pm with tickets at £22.
7. Tolworth Show Train
One of the South East's largest model railways exhibitions glides into Tolworth Leisure Centre this month.
Tolworth Showtrain organised by the Hampton Court Model Railway Society, brings together 23 working layouts from clubs and societies, with hands-on demos, traders selling every conceivable model item and for the first time, live miniature steam train rides outside.
November 9th and 10th from 10 am at Tolworth Leisure Centre. Tickets are £9 for adults and £3 for children. A special deal on Sunday admits one child free with every paying adult. A free bus runs between Surbiton Station and the exhibition and there is also free parking on site.
8. The Mitre's Christmas market and lights switch-on
The Mitre's Christmas market and lights switch on, will be opened this year by Made in Chelsea's Louise Thompson and her fitness coach fiancé, Ryan Libbey.
Drumming up the festive charm will be His Majesty's Choir from Hampton Court Palace.
November 20th at 6 pm with free entry.
9. Christmas with Claygate Opera Group KT Tenuto
Claygate opera group KT Tenuto entertains with Christmas operas, carols and tunes from the musicals.
December 1st at 7:30 pm, at Holy Trinity Church in Claygate with £15/£10/£5 tickets.
10. Weybridge Christmas Festival
Weybridge Christmas Festival brings an array of craft and food stalls to St James' Church, with a Santa's Grotto (12:30 - 2 pm) and a Christingle service at 3 pm, followed by festive lights and carols in the churchyard.
December 1st at 11:30 am to 5 pm.
11. Ramster Christmas Market
Step into the wonderland of Ramster Christmas Market in Chiddingfold, where the historic Jacobean halls and courtyard come alive with the spirit of the season.
This year, a diverse array of stalls will be offering a unique collection of locally-made gifts, including food and drink, beauty products, art and homeware. Not to mention a selection of premium Christmas trees and beautiful handmade festive wreaths will also be available to purchase.
November 23rd and 24th from 10 am to 4 pm with free entry.
12. Albury Vineyard Wine Tasting
Albury Vineyard is offering two Christmas wine tastings where you can discover the organic producer's favourite sparkling wines for the festive season.
Enjoy a celebratory glass of the limited release Prestige Cuvee Magnum followed by the flagship Blanc de Blancs and Classic Cuvee sparkling, and finally the Rosso Vermouth - 'Christmas in a glass'!
November 30th and December 7th at 2 pm with £25 tickets.
13. Dapper & Suave Market
Head to Denbies in Dorking for this great market curated by Dapper & Suave where you will find an amazing assortment of handpicked, unique gifts from a range of local makers, bakers and creators.
November 10th from 11 am - 4 pm, free entry.
14. Epsom Downs Christmas
Get your skates on and head to Epsom Downs Racecourse as it transforms into a winter wonderland complete with an ice rink and seasonal food and drink stalls.
November 28th to January 5th, tickets from £15 and family from £40. Open every day excluding Christmas.
15. Autumn Workshops at Painshill
Whether it's poetry or calligraphy, Painshill is the perfect setting to get your creative juices flowing this month. See the website to book in for Poetry Writing (Nov 12) and Festive Calligraphy (Nov 30-Dec 6).
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16. Princess Alice Hospice Community Choir Carol Evening
Join the Princess Alice Hospice Community Choir for an evening of carols.
December 9th at 7:30 pm at St Paul's Church East Molesey and £12 tickets.
17. Hampton Court Palace Ice Skating
With magical views and a rink-side cafe and bar, Hampton Court Palace's skating spot returns for six weeks of festive fun. This year, the rink also offers dedicated quiet and sensory-friendly sessions and discounted tickets for wheelchair users, as well as two-bladed skates for those who feel less confident on the ice.
Opens November 22nd until the 5th of January. Off-peak adult tickets from £18, children from £13.
18. East Molesey Methodist Church annual Christmas Market
East Molesey Methodist Church hosts its annual fundraising Christmas Market, accompanied as always by a Model Railway Exhibition.
November 16th from 10:30 am to 2 pm.
19. Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre
The Festive Fayre will be back from 6-8 & 13-15 December 2024!
Visit to experience a stunning festive food lover’s wonderland, full of delicious artisan food and drink and perfect gifts to shop from. Eat, drink, shop and be merry, all whilst soaking up the atmosphere and spirit of the season, with festive entertainment from the East Front bandstand.
Street food + Pop-up bars + Artisan producers + Seasonal shopping + Family fun + Christmas gifts + Live music
Let us know which November activities spiced up your month!
