Events
The Best Firework Displays In Surrey, SW London On Bonfire Night
“Remember, remember, the fifth of November...” – Here are some of the most spectacular local bonfire and firework nights in the area Read more
Follow The Halloween Trail
Half-term week is fast approaching, and with it, Halloween. Follow the Halloween trail and claim the prize that awaits you at the end! Read more
Under the hammer
Richmond is now London’s bargain borough. TV expert Charles Hanson tells Miranda Jessop about his new auctions at the beautiful Normansfield Theatre Read more
What's on: Easter 2018 activities for kids
With the Easter holidays just around the corner, William Gadsby Peet explores what's on in Surrey over Easter to keep the kids entertained Read more
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Dress to impress: a day at the races
From handsome hats and marvellous make up to laser hair removal and facials, health and beauty expert, Dr Rekha Tailor, gives us the low down on how to look fab for the races this year Read more
5 things to look out for at the Affordable Art Fair in Battersea
The Affordable Art Fair is back at Battersea Park October 20-23 for an arty extravaganza, showing an awesome array of original artwork all priced between £100 and £5,000. We list 5 of the things we're most excited about for this years fair. Read more
Disco on down with Tennis First at Wimbledon's All England Club
Grab your flared jeans, gold pendants and white jump suits for an evening of disco boogie at the world famous All England Club, all in the name of charity. Tennis First's Disco Legends night will be held at Wimbledon on October 15 Read more
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Surbiton community group Seething Wells in the final of Britain Has Spirit
Local Surbiton community group Seething Wells is in the running to win a regional Britain Has Spirit Award. The volunteer group with the most votes will secure £1000 worth of funding for local community projects. Get voting people! Read more
Interview: YolanDa Brown talks Reggae Love Songs
YolanDa Brown the self taught saxophonist, singer, songwriter, pianist and drummer talks to Jane McGowan about her upcoming Reggae Love Songs tour and why she swapped management for music. The tour stops at GLive on April 27 Read more
Sir Steve Redgrave to open Molesey Community Rowing Centre
Molesey Boat Club will formally open its new Community Rowing Centre on April 3, with five-time Olympic gold medallist Sir Steve Redgrave cutting the ribbon. All are welcome! Read more
Banstead Neville Bowling Club
Extreme sports, super fitness, gruelling challenges... Banstead Neville Bowling Club is bucking the trend with a pleasant, leisurely sport with free coaching and a great social programme. Join them on April 16 Read more
British pie week: 'Pie in the Sky' competition
British Pie Week is March 7-13! Download some great pie recipes and get involved with the White Brasserie 'Pie in the Sky' competition Read more
Spring Onion Sportive 2016
Get training for the Spring Onion Sportive 2016, a great 65-mile cycle around Surrey in March in aid of Bike4Cancer Read more
Birds of a feather: RSPB Garden Birdwatch
Emma Pritchard plans to gaze at her garden – as part of the annual RSPB Garden Birdwatch, taking just an hour on Jan 30-31 Read more
What's coming up: Spring and Summer in Surrey
With the festive season over, Ellen Daniel looks beyond the January gloom to what Surrey has to offer in the first half of 2016 Read more
Surrey comedy: top 10 for January 2016
From household names to rising stars, enjoy what Surrey has to offer with this month's selection of our top 10 comedy favourites Read more
The 12 Days of Craftsmas
Surrey has all you need for extra special festivities this season. Craft & Country columnist Emma Pritchard lays out twelve opportunities for a personal touch on Christmas day... Read more
Small Business Saturday
This Saturday is a celebration of small businesses around the UK – check online to find out how to have an entrepreneurial weekend Read more
Classical music: Dorking in December 2015
Our music aficionado Ian Codd knows exactly where to go for the best classical music in and around Dorking Read more