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 <strong>Dec</strong>ember 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 <strong>Dec</strong>ember 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 <strong>Jan</strong>uary, 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, <strong>Guildford</strong> 01483 369350 www.glive.co.uk Friday 6 <strong>Dec</strong>ember 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 <strong>Dec</strong>ember 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 <strong>Dec</strong>ember Rob Beckett - Wallop Rob Beckett is back on tour with a brand new stand up show. It’s been a busy few 6 | www.guildfordliving.co.uk 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 <strong>Dec</strong>ember 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 <strong>Dec</strong>ember 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 <strong>Dec</strong>ember Party of the <strong>Dec</strong>ade 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 <strong>Jan</strong>uary 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 <strong>Jan</strong>uary 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. <strong>Guildford</strong> Cathedral Stag Hill, <strong>Guildford</strong> GU2 7UP www.guildford-cathedral.org Saturday 14 <strong>Dec</strong>ember, 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 <strong>Jan</strong>uary 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, <strong>Guildford</strong> GU4 7RT 01483 222482 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hatchlands-park Saturday 14 - Sunday 15 <strong>Dec</strong>ember 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 <strong>Dec</strong>ember, 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 <strong>Guildford</strong> GU3 1HS 01483 304440 www.loseleypark.co.uk Sunday 8 <strong>Dec</strong>ember, 9am Hogs Back Road Race The Hogs Back Road Race is an 11.4 km <strong>Guildford</strong> & 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 <strong>Guildford</strong> and back. New Victoria Theatre Woking GU21 1GQ 01483 545900 www.atgtickets.com/venues/new-victoria-theatre/ Friday 6 <strong>Dec</strong>ember - Sunday 5 <strong>Jan</strong>uary 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 <strong>Jan</strong>uary Shen Yun Featuring one of the world’s oldest art forms - classical Chinese dance - along continued
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