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UNTIL 04 JANUARY 2022 GLOW AT WISLEY 2021 RHS Wisley, Wisley , Woking GU23 6QB It’s time to Glow! See the garden sparkle this festive season and follow dazzling displays lighting a magical trail. www.rhs.org.uk/ gardens/wisley/whats-on/glow-at-wisley

UNTIL 09 JANUARY 2022 SNOWSAURUS TRAIL AT PAINSHILL PARK Join us for a roarsome winter walk! We look forward to welcoming you to our 2021 winter trail in the landscape. After our popular and well received Snowfari in 2020, this year will take you to a landscape full of dinosaurs – Snowsaurus! The magical winter Snowsaurus trail will see visitors following in some enormous footsteps as they track down spectacular dinosaurs roaming the grounds. Discover incredible statues including a huge Tyrannosaurus Rex! What is the meaning of the word Stegosaurus? What did an Allosaurus eat? And… why did the dinosaur cross the road? Find out with our Snowsaurus activity book that accompanies the trail, full of facts, jokes, puzzles and more. Included in general admission to the landscape. 10:00am – 4:00pm General admission tickets are: Adults £11. Children £5.50. Under 5s are free. Concessions (over 60s, students, NHS, military) £9.90 Free for Painshill members UNTIL 19 DECEMBER VISIT FATHER CHRISTMAS AT HATCHLANDS PARK National Trust - Hatchlands Park, East Clandon , Guildford , GU4 7RT Father Christmas is visiting Hatchlands again this year. You can come along and meet him in his cosy festive sitting room in the courtyard, have a quick chat and receive a small present. Father Christmas will see 8 children per slot. Your visit will be within the 30-minute time slot you book so you may have a short wait when you arrive. In order to help keep Father Christmas fit and healthy for Christmas Eve, please note that we will be practising social distancing in his sitting room. Everyone is welcome but this event is most suitable for ages 2-8 years. Booking for this event is essential. Normal admission prices apply for non-members.

UNTIL 23 DECEMBER FINDING FATHER CHRISTMAS AT POLESDEN LACEY Polesden Lacey, National Trust Property, Great Bookham, nr Dorking, RH5 6BD Outside in the woods, two elves need help in finding Father Christmas and his lost presents. Can you help? Join us on a magical adventure through our enchanted woods and meet the great man himself. Created by The Visitor Enhancement Experience*, this immersive theatre experience will bring the spirit of Christmas alive this festive season. £10 per child. Normal admission charges apply.

CHRISTMAS AT PAULTONS See Peppa Pig World decorated for Christmas, Santa’s Christmas Wish Show! Singing, Dancing and fun! Guest starring the man himself, Father Christmas, Frosty’s Snowtime and Santa’s Storytime, Magical Illuminations around the Park. See and hear the Marvellous Musical Christmas Tree - with its own light show every 15 minutes. Meet Frosty the snowman and our very own Snow Princess. Tornado Springs - our brand new area will be open for Christmas along with rides in Lost Kingdom, Critter Creek and Little Africa! Tickets from £24. www.paultonspark. co.uk/tickets/

UNTIL 24 DECEMBER EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS AT CHOBHAM ADVENTURE FARM Chobham Adventure Farm, Bagshot Road, Chobham, GU24 8DB Father Christmas is back and he needs YOU!! With all the elves having been on furlough, Father Christmas needs your help to make sure everything is ready in time for the big day! As you embark on your fun filled journey, there’s gingerbread to decorate, letters to post, real Reindeer to check on, magic to make plus Caraticus’ latest crazy invention. Not to mention those cheeky elves who are so looking forward to another snowball fight with you, and all before your individual family time with Father Christmas where you will be given a special key to his toy shop where you can choose any present you would like. With fun for the whole family, gifts for all including grown-ups, this is one magical journey you won’t want to miss. Your visit to Chobham Adventure Farm’s Magical Christmas is a 1.5 – 2 hr interactive immersive experience where you will be led through 8 magical fully themed rooms by our enthusiastic team of actors and elves, and take part in every activity. You will be within a group for the first part of the experience but will visit Father Christmas with just your family. Should you wish to, there will be the opportunity to purchase professional photography and souvenirs before you leave.

FATHER CHRISTMAS AT GODSTONE FARM Godstone Farm, Tilburstow Hill Road, Godstone, RH9 8LX The wonder of Christmas returns to Godstone Farm, with our ever popular visits to see Father Christmas and his friendly Elves in his cosy grotto. Catch the magic in our enchanted woodland walkthrough and let our wondrous story captivate little minds. Do you believe? We certainly do. A Father Christmas visit includes the choice of a brilliant toy from our charming toy shop,

plus entry to farm all day including our indoor playbarn, and a Christmas themed session to decorate (and eat) a sweet treat. The Meet Father Christmas Experience is for a family maximum of 4 children in each timeslot with a maximum of 2 adults per slot. The time slot you are selecting is to meet Father Christmas. You are welcome to arrive anytime to the farm from 9.30am on the day of your visit, then please report to our Elf Check-In, at your time slot.

03 DECEMBER WHERE’S SPOT Gatton Park, Reigate, RH2 0TW Listen to the story of “Where’s Spot” by Eric Hill, then explore a trail around the garden. Trails and Tales is returning to its pre-Covid format of a story all together, followed by a craft and a trail. The final craft can be completed in the cabin or taken away. Ideal for children aged 2-4 years. 10–11.30am or 1-2.30pm. £6.50 per child. events@gatton-park.org.uk

04 DECEMBER BANSTEAD FAMILIES NEARLY NEW SALE Banstead Community Hall, SM7 3AJ On Saturday 4th December, we will have 16 stalls filled with fantastic quality: Maternity clothes, Children’s clothes (ages 0-12 years), Children’s shoes and wellies, Nursery Bedding, Nursery Furniture, Nursing Goods, Baby and Toddler feeding equipment and accessories, Parenting books, Buggies and travel systems, NEW games and gifts, Pre-loved games, toys, puzzles and more. Entry is £2 per adult and children go free. 09:30–12:00

05 DECEMBER CREATE A FESTIVE WREATH Gatton Park, Reigate, RH2 0TW Make a willow wreath and decorate with natural foliage – cedar, holly and ivy. Recommended for children aged 6 and over. Children can help parents with their wreaths. Additional children’s activities available. 1.30-3pm. £30 for 1 adult and 1 child, extra child £10. Book online at www. gattonpark.co.uk.

07 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS TOTS WITH SURREY WILDLIFE TRUST Nower Wood Educational Nature Reserve Our ever-popular Christmas magic returns this year with a self-guided trail of festive fun through the woods! You will follow a trail amongst the trees with exciting activities for little ones along the way. As well as a Christmas adventure through the woods, every child will get to visit Mrs Claus’ grotto and if you’ve been very good this year... there might even be a small present to take home! Father Christmas is very busy at this time of year and so won’t be able to attend the event, but Mrs Claus has kindly taken time to be available on the day. All activities will be outdoors so dress warmly with lots of layers and waterproofs just in case! 10:00am - 12:00pm Suitable for 2-5 year olds and all children must be accompanied by an adult. www.surreywildlifetrust.org/ events/2021-12-07-christmas-tots

10 DECEMBER FOLLOW THE TRAIL AROUND THE GARDENS Gatton Park, Reigate, RH2 0TW. Listen to the story of “The Gruffalo’s Child” by Julia Donaldson, then explore a trail around the garden. Trails and Tales is returning to its pre-Covid format of a story all together, followed by a craft and a trail. The final craft can be completed in the cabin or taken away. Ideal for children aged 2-4 years. 10–11.30am or 1-2.30pm. £6.50 per child. www.gattonpark.co.uk.

11 - 26 DECEMBER CINDERELLA Godalming Borough Hall, The Burys, Godalming, GU7 1HY. Godalming’s Pantomime for 2021 is the Fairy Godmother of all Panto’s, Cinderella! It will run from 11 December - 26 December 2021 at Godalming’s Borough Hall. This production will feature spectacular song and dance, colourful costumes and lots of fun and laughs for the whole family! Your carriage awaits, so book your tickets now! Tickets: £22 (£20 concessions) www. godalmingpanto.com/#tickets

11 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS MARKET The Weyside Guildford, Millbrook. We have invited local businesses and talented artisans and makers for our first ever Christmas market. It will be a great opportunity to purchase that unique Christmas gift to treat someone. We will also have, of course, tasty festive food and mulled wine. The market will take place in our stretch tent in the garden. www. theweyside.co.uk. 2:00pm to 5:00pm

12 DECEMBER A GUILDFORD ANTIQUES & BROCANTE STREET MARKET High Street, Guildford, GU1 3, Organised by Antiques – Collectibles – Vintage – Retro Events and supported by Guildford Borough Council. 9:30am to 3:30pm. With retro and collectable furniture, lamps & trunks, brass and copper artefacts, textiles, postcards & advertising memorabilia there will be something for everyone. www.acvrevents.co.uk CANDLELIT CHRISTMAS CONCERT St Nicolas’ Church, Guildford. Join the Surrey Hills Chamber Choir and their sister choir, the Surrey Hills Singers, for a traditional candlelit Christmas concert with many well-known carols and festive songs on a theme of light and hope. The concert will be held in the large and stunning surroundings of St Nicolas Church.

WINTER WELLY WALK Gatton Park, Reigate, RH2 0TW. Enjoy a winter walk around beautiful Gatton Park. Stop off along the way to make a willow star decoration, follow the Christmas trail around the lake and then whittle a stick to cook a marshmallow over the fire. Take away refreshments (including hot chocolate) available to purchase. Event takes place from 12-4pm. Book your arrival time online at www.gattonpark.co.uk. £8 per adult which includes 1 child, additional children £3 payable at the entrance.

CHRISTMAS WREATH MAKING Nower Wood Educational Nature Reserve, Mill Way, Dorking. Start the Christmas season off with an afternoon of festive fun making your own holiday door wreath. We will provide the circular frame and an abundance of natural materials from which you can create a welcoming wreath that will last for all of December. Bring some friends or come on your own. We’ll have mulled juice, holiday snacks and festive music to inspire your creativity. This annual event is the perfect way to begin what is sure to be a fabulous holiday season. As some of the materials can be sharp and difficult to handle, we suggest that you bring gardening gloves and secateurs if you have them. www.surreywildlifetrust.org

17 DECEMBER TRAILS AND TALES: STICK MAN (2+ YRS) Gatton Park, Reigate, RH2 0TW. Listen to the story of “Stick Man” by Julia Donaldson, then explore a trail around the garden. Trails and Tales is returning to its pre-Covid format of a story all together, followed by a craft and a trail. The final craft can be completed in the cabin or taken away. Ideal for children aged 2-4 years. 10–11.30am or 1-2.30pm. £6.50 per child. Booking essential online at www. gattonpark.co.uk

17 - 22 DECEMBER GUILDFORD CHRISTMAS MARKET The Electric Theatre, Onslow St, Guildford We bring a Christmas Market to the outdoor space at the Electric Theatre in Guildford town centre. More information coming soon! Opening Times:*: Fri: 12pm - 7pm, Sat: 9am - 7pm, Sun: 10am - 5pm, Mon - Wed: 9am – 6pm.

18 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS CAROLS @ THE JOLLY FARMER The Jolly Farmer, Worplesdon, Guildford. Lead singer and friends will be singing Christmas Carols at The Jolly Farmer in Worplesdon. Bring along your voices and join in! 6:00pm.

18 - 19 DECEMBER CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT AT LANDMARK ARTS CENTRE Surrey Brass will be joined by local choirs and narrator Giles Abbott for a festive programme of words and music and carols for you to sing too. This event always sells out quickly so early booking is strongly recommended. www.landmarkartscentre.org

18 DECEMBER - 2 JANUARY ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village Winter Holidays. Our new temporary exhibition ‘Uncommon Power’: Lucy and Catherine Madox Brown explores the work of two creative women who grew up at the heart of the PreRaphaelite world. Visit Limnerslease, the recently reopened home of our founders, artists Mary and George Frederic Watts and see their studios.• In Print: Into the Night is a free exhibition in Watts Contemporary Gallery featuring contemporary printmakers who are inspired by the beauty of nighttime.• Treat yourself and loved ones to unique and thoughtful presents from our Shop. Families and Young People :There’s plenty on offer for everyone: make decorative festive crafts, follow winter woodland trails, cosy up for fireside storytelling, and meet Father Christmas.

19 – 24 DECEMBER FATHER CHRISTMAS COMES UP TRUMPS AT G LIVE Bellerby Studio @ G Live, Guildford Father Christmas is back, and this time he’s had three helpings of sprouts! As he tries to deliver the presents, his tummy rumbles, gurgles and groans, but Father Christmas knows he must keep it in – he doesn’t want to wake anyone up! TaleGate Theatre Productions hit the perfect combination of witty humour, fantastic music and the extra sparkle for which they have become known in this fabulously funny and brilliantly bouncy musical adaptation of Nicholas Allan’s sequel to ‘Father Christmas Needs a Wee.’ www.GLive.co.uk

19 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS CONCERTS - MATINÉE & EVENING – SURREY POLICE BAND Normandy Village Hall, Glaziers Ln., GU3 2DT Guildford. Our ever popular Christmas concerts feature all your festive favourites including Sleigh Ride and Troika, plus plenty of new festive arrangements and carols – bring along your best voices! Our fantastic fundraising raffle will be back, with brilliant prizes donated by local businesses, and we might even get a visit from Father Christmas! Our bar will open from 30 minutes prior to each performance, where you will be able to purchase mulled wine. A range of soft drinks will also be available. 2:30pm to 8:30pm . Tickets: £8.00 adults, £5.00 under 16s, free under 5s. www.surreypoliceband.org.uk

STICK MAN! INTERACTIVE PERFORMANCE Cobham Village Hall, Lushington Drive, KT11 2LU I’m not a stick, why can’t you see? I’m Stick Man, I’m Stick Man, I’m Stick Man, that’s me, and I long to go home to my family tree! Come and join your Pyjama Drama leader as we sing, dance, play and do LOTS of pretending, helping Stick Man get back to his Stick Lady Love and Stick Children Three! This performance is suitable for children between the ages of 3-7 years. £7. Doors Open at 9:20am. Starts at 9:30am. www.ticketsource.co.uk

20 DEC - 02 JANUARY FIRST FOR ART AT CHRISTMAS Denbies Wine Estate, London Road, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6AA. It’s Christmas time! And we are looking forward to being back in the Gallery at Denbies – just in time for Christmas. And we are staying right through the holidays into the New Year. This Christmas we are being joined by established and new artists with a fresh collection to see out 2021. On display we have work from artists: Valerie Thompson – Kirsty Mills – Dale Sheen – David Harmer – Elaine Balmer – Eszter Rigo – Zoe Bonner – Richard Orr – Robert Hay – Susan Sheen Doors will open at 10am daily for viewing and sales. With many artists offering prints and cards created from their original art, there is a wide selection of items available. www.firstforart.com

20 DECEMBER PAINT & SIP PARTY - “ICE SKATE EVERGREEN” Kings Head Teddington, 123 High St, Teddington, Surrey, TW11 8HG We are delighted to invite you to be our guest at our Paint & Sip in Style workshop at the lovely local venue The Kings Head, Teddington. Come alone or with your friends and spend a wonderful evening painting a beautiful picture, while sipping a glass of bubbly and enjoying some “feel good” music.. You don’t need any experience with painting, and you don’t need to bring anything. You only need a ticket and to save the evening in your calendar. Our events are like no others. We like to make our guests happy and provide them with a memorable experience. That is why there will also be a few more lovely surprises to make your evening even more enjoyable. Please arrive about 30 minutes early to check-in, choose your seat and grab some nibbles from the bar. You will be able to get more drinks throughout the evening, as well. We strictly follow all of the government requirements related to COVID-19 to make sure that you are in a safe environment. 6:30 pm- 8:30pm hello@merrimentatelier.com

20 - 24 DECEMBER GYMNASTICS CAMP & CHRISTMAS TUMBLE CAMP Flair Gymnastics: GUILDFORD SPECTRUM, Parkway, Guildford. Daily 9am - 1pm. Book 1 day or for 5 days.

21 DECEMBER TRAILS AND TALES: STICK MAN (2+ YRS) Gatton Park, Reigate, RH2 0TW. Listen to the story of “Stick Man” by Julia Donaldson, then explore a trail around the garden. Trails and Tales is returning to its pre-Covid format of a story all together, followed by a craft and a trail. The final craft can be completed in the cabin or taken away. Ideal for children aged 2-4 years. 10–11.30am or 1-2.30pm. £6.50 per child. www.gattonpark.co.uk

22 DECEMBER CHRISTMAS CRAFTS Gatton Park, Reigate, RH2 0TW Make your own Christmas decoration. Christmas craft making session for younger children aged 3-7 years. 10-11am. £7 per child, accompanying adults free. Booking essential online at www.gattonpark.co.uk.

27 DECEMBER WALK OFF THE CHRISTMAS TURKEY - POST CHRISTMAS HIKE The March Hare, 2-4 South Hill, Guildford. A lovely winter hike to brush off the Christmas cobwebs. Dust off the cobwebs and work off the Christmas turkey on this beautiful 5 mile circular jaunt around Guildford hosted by DG Outdoor Adventures. This scenic walk will take in some great views around the local countryside and will finish at the Keep in Castle Street with a celebratory mulled wine, mulled cider or one of their many famous gin and tonics. The walk is open to people of all ages and although not too long there is a small but steep hill halfway through. The walk should take no more than 3 hours but it does depend on the speed of the group. Please make sure you are using appropriate clothing and footwear as it will probably be cold and quite possibly damp underfoot. Also bring some nibbles for the journey and some fluids. Cold weather can be as dehydrating as the Summer. This walk is dog friendly but you will be advised on areas where dogs will need to be put on a harness. Meet outside the March Hare in Guildford Town Centre from 10:30 for an 11am prompt start. To book please contact Pete Lambert on 07940101732 or email treks@discoverguildford.org

28 DECEMBER - 02 JANUARY THE LITTLE MERMAID Woldingham Village Hall, Surrey, CR3 7DA. This little village of ours has been celebrating each New Year with a pantomime put on by the village for the village since 1948 (when the WI performed RED RIDING HOOD). This tradition continues today, this year The Little Mermaid. With local children and adults taking part every year. Ticket price £6.00 - £8.00

TUESDAY 28TH CHRISTMAS TREASURE HUNT Farley Heath Roman temple, Guildford. It’s here again... Treasure Hunting in the Surrey Hills... Treasure all about the wonders of winter 5,10 & 15 km Routes Fancy Dress always welcome Soup & Cider & Rosettes for all. 09:30am to 4:00pm . www. onthehoofdt.co.uk

05 - 15 JANUARY GOODNIGHT MISTER TOM The Courtyard Theatre, Chipstead, Surrey, CR5 3QU. One of the most uplifting stories ever written, Michelle Magorian’s stunning Goodnight, Mister Tom is brought gloriously to life in this stage adaptation by David Wood. Set during the dark and dangerous build-up to the Second World War, Goodnight Mister Tom follows sad young William Beech, who is evacuated to the idyllic English countryside and builds a remarkable and moving friendship with the elderly recluse Tom Oakley. All seems perfect until William is devastatingly summoned by his mother back to London. 14 - 22 JANUARY BEAUTY AND THE BEAST BY LIMELIGHT SCRIPTS AND PERFORMED BY THE OXTED PLAYERS Barn Theatre, Surrey, RH8 0AA The Oxted Players are thrilled to return panto to the Barn Theatre, Oxted this coming January and invite you to join us for two hours of side-splitting, toe-tapping musical fun! With an array of eccentric and magical characters from the Pantomime Dame, trusty sidekicks and ferocious beasts, to witches, candlesticks and glamorous dinnerware - there’s a favourite for everyone in this fun packed show that is the perfect trip out for all the family. So dust off your theatre gear, practice your applause and get ready for the tale as old as time! For assistance or group bookings, please email tickets@oxtedplayers.co.uk or call 01883 714062. Ticket price £13.00

14 – 29 JANUARY TROUBLE IN PANTOLAND The Archway Theatre, Surrey, RH6 7NQ. Join us for some high energy fun with your favourite pantoland characters, be ready to tap your toes, clap your hands and raise the roof as you boo the baddies and cheer the goodies! Ticket price £11.50 - £13.50

15 JANUARY APPEER GIRLS “PIZZA FRENZY” AT PIZZA EXPRESS, GUILDFORD, 7-12YRS Pizza Express, High Street, Guildford, A relaxed and fun session for up to 10 girls, 7-12yrs at Pizza Express, Guildford where they will have a go at making their own pizzas. Facilitated by Kris (Girls Lead Facilitator and Megan , Teen Work Experience candidate) and Pizza Express staff. 10.30am, arrival where girls will meet with Kris/Megan and the Pizza chef and put on their aprons, wash hands etc. 11.00 - 11.40 am: Pizza making fun, 11.4012.15/12.30 - Girls wait for their pizzas to cook and enjoy some dough balls and some Pizza art with Kris. The pizza’s will be boxed up and the girls can eat their pizzas in the restaurant ( we have reserved a quiet table). If they don’t finish their pizzas they can take them home with them. NB: The restaurant does not open until 11.30am for the public so the girls will have the restaurant to themselves for an hour. Fee: £15.00 per ticket (Assisted Places available) Parents: As the restaurant does not open until 11.30am, there is a Starbucks just along the road from Pizza Express (2 minute walk) where parents can meet and chat.