Guildford Living Dec - Jan 2020 10.29.04

EVENTS
GUIDE
Winter is here and yes it’s chilly, however there
is plenty going on to keep everyone entertained
throughout the winter months...
Bocketts Farm Park
Young Street, Fetcham, Leatherhead KT22
9BS
01372 363764
www.bockettsfarm.co.uk
Running until Tuesday 24 December
Visit Father Christmas
Meet Father Christmas in his magical
workshop. There will be a fun Christmas
trail. Experience a ‘white Christmas’ in the
giant snowglobe. Gorgeous baby lambs
to see, plus there will be hundreds of
Christmas trees on sale. Heated indoor
play. Full programme of farm activities.
Cranleigh Arts Centre
1 High Street, Cranleigh GU6 8AS
01483 278000
www.theartssocietycranleigh.org
Wednesday 11 December
Christmas Lunch at Waverley
Abbey House
A perfect opportunity to celebrate their 25th
Anniversary (originally Cranleigh DFAS and
now The Arts Society Cranleigh).
Wednesday 22 January, 2pm & 7.30pm
Franz Schubert the Piano and the
Power of Friends
Surrounded by a brilliant circle of artists,
poets and musicians whose talents and
kindness fed his creativity, Schubert
composed many masterpieces, some of
which will be performed by the speaker, Dr
Graham Griffiths.
G Live
London Road, Guildford
01483 369350
www.glive.co.uk
Friday 6 December
Tropicana Nights
If you are looking for a fun filled evening of
pure 80s music and dancing for the over
25s, then look no further! Go and indulge
yourselves in pure 80s heaven.
Monday 9 December
Adam Ant - Friend or Foe
For the first time, pop icon Adam Ant, will
play his landmark solo album, Friend or Foe
live, in its entirety as well as classic charttopping
singles and personal favourites.
Wednesday 11 December
Rob Beckett - Wallop
Rob Beckett is back on tour with a brand
new stand up show. It’s been a busy few
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years for the Mouth of the South and he’s
coming to see you, to fill you in and make
you laugh.
Thursday 12 - Saturday 14 December
The Christmas Extravaganza
Including a fantastic three course menu,
stunning entertainers, live music from The
Beat Freaks, resident DJs and an incredible
themed venue, you’ll want to take your
dancing shoes and get ready to rock
around the Christmas tree at a festive party
night that’s not to be missed.
Tuesday 17 December
The Overtones Xmas 2019
With their innate charm and adherence to
vintage-modernist style, and a devotion
to the timeless appeal of male vocal
harmonies, The Overtones are a bridge
between pre-rock’n’roll classicism and
lively 21st Century entertainment.
Tuesday 31 December
Party of the Decade
The fabulous New Year’s Eve Gala is
always the talk of the town. A stunning
three-course gala menu followed by live
music from The Beat Freaks, amazing
entertainers and the resident DJ.
Saturday 11 January
The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars
Hosted and performed by the awardwinning
Ronnie Scott’s All Stars, this is a
unique evening celebrating the music and
history of Ronnie Scott’s and is a must for
any music fan.
Saturday 25 January
Sounds of the 60s LIVE with Tony
Blackburn
Hosted by DJ royalty Tony Blackburn, the
show features songs, stories and memories
from the golden decade of pop with music
performed live by the Sounds Of The 60s
All Star Band & Singers.
Guildford Cathedral
Stag Hill, Guildford GU2 7UP
www.guildford-cathedral.org
Saturday 14 December, 7.30pm
Christmas Crackers
An evening of festive entertainment with
The Lay Clerks featuring music from their
recent album. Seasonal refreshments will
be available.
Wednesday 15 - Saturday 18 January
Star of Wonder
Experience this stunning and immersive
light and sound show inside the Cathedral.
Celebrate the twelve days of Christmas and
enjoy a spectacular light and sound show
that takes you on the journey of the Magi
where you will walk through stunning starry
skies and be enveloped with beautiful light
and sound.
Hatchlands Park
East Clandon, Guildford GU4 7RT
01483 222482
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hatchlands-park
Saturday 14 - Sunday 15 December
Visit Mrs Christmas
Meet Mrs Christmas in her cosy sitting
room. Each child will meet Mrs Christmas
and receive a wrapped present from her.
Sunday 15 December, 12 noon -1pm and
2pm - 3pm
Family Christmas Carols
Enjoy an informal, fun family sing-along.
Join them for Christmas carols, songs and
readings in the Music Room and sing along
to all of your festive favourites.
Loseley Park
Guildford GU3 1HS
01483 304440
www.loseleypark.co.uk
Sunday 8 December, 9am
Hogs Back Road Race
The Hogs Back Road Race is an 11.4 km
Guildford & Godalming Athletic road run
around the Loseley Park Estate and over
the Hogs Back in Surrey. The race leads
you out of the Estate along roads (and a
tiny section of gravel track) into Guildford
and back.
New Victoria Theatre
Woking GU21 1GQ
01483 545900
www.atgtickets.com/venues/new-victoria-theatre/
Friday 6 December - Sunday 5 January
Aladdin
Packed with all of the traditional pantomime
ingredients New Victoria audiences expect,
Aladdin will feature a lamp-load of comedy,
jaw-dropping special effects, sensational
song and dance and plenty of boos and
hisses the whole family will enjoy.
Wednesday 8 - Saturday 11 January
Shen Yun
Featuring one of the world’s oldest art
forms - classical Chinese dance - along
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