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Function Room Facility

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at Frimley Lodge Park Frimley Lodge Park has now opened an exciting new multi-use room for hire, available for both private and business functions. The modern space is over 35m2, and is ideal for business meetings, training sessions, children’s parties and family celebrations.

WELCOME..

...to our latest events brochure which is packed full of walks, events and activities for everyone to enjoy.

Surrey Heath Borough Council manages over 254 hectares of open space including Lightwater Country Park and the award winning Frimley Lodge Park.

The following pages offer you the chance to explore some of the wonderful areas around the Borough whilst getting fit, active and healthy.

Information on all our events and more can be found online at www.surreyheath.gov.uk/leisure If you’ve enjoyed one of the walks or events, let us know!

Surrey Heath Borough Council is proud to be a Walking for Health accredited scheme provider. Take a look at our walks pages to find out about specific walks.

The function room includes its own private kitchen and bathroom facilities, furniture and central heating with child-safe radiators. There are two large patio doors leading out onto the adjoining field, with lovely views of the park landscape. Free Wi-Fi is also available.

To find out more information, or to book the room, please contact Business Services on

business.services@surreyheath.gov.uk or 01276 707338.

Get in touch!

Business Services Surrey Heath Borough Council Surrey Heath House Knoll Road, Camberley GU15 3HD Business.Services@surreyheath.gov.uk Tweet us @SurreyHeath

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What to look out for this season.

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If you like to ‘get away from it all’ without travelling miles then perhaps you should check out Chobham Meadows.

This place has a real rural feel to it although it lies only a few hundred metres from Chobham’s busy high street.

The site is a mixture of wildflower meadows divided by mature hedges of predominantly Hawthorn and Blackthorn.

Interspersed within the hedges are plenty of mature trees, especially Oaks, although Willows, Ash, Hollies and other species can be found.

Typical species in the wildflower meadows include Ox-eye Daisy and Common Knapweed.

Originally in private ownership Chobham Meadows have recently been purchased

by Surrey Heath Borough Council as a SANGS site.

This purchase will ensure that the meadows are appropriately managed for the benefit of visitors and wildlife into the future.

SANGS stands for Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace. They are simply existing green spaces that will undergo enhancements to make them more attractive to visitors. The idea is this should then, in turn, help reduce the visitor pressure on vulnerable heathland areas such as Chobham Common.

The main entrance to the Meadows is easy to find, there is a car park located just behind the Chobham Rider shop in the High Street. Please note although parking is free for up to 2 hours you will still need to get a ticket from the machine and display it on your vehicle (Monday – Friday only).

The Council aims to improve facilities for visitors by putting in pathways, seats and installing litter and dog waste bins.

Nature conservation is also an important consideration and traditional practices such as cutting the meadows for hay will continue.

Running through the middle of the meadows is the River Millbourne. No more than a few metres across it is home to elusive Kingfishers that patrol the water in search of tiddlers.

Another much more vocal bird that frequents the area is the Ring-necked Parakeet. Originally from the Indian sub-continent these birds are easy to identify. Their bright green colouration, long elegant tails and noisy nature betray their presence when they fly over.

Whatever the time of year Chobham Meadows are worth exploring, even in the winter, just don’t forget your wellies!

Please note that during the winter months it can be very wet underfoot, so wellies or good boots are advised.

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More Than Just A Park!

New 3G Pitch at Frimley Lodge Park!

FRIMLEY LODGE PARK

The jewel in the Surrey Heath crown and in August 2015 it was awarded the Green Flag award for the 15th year in a row, meaning it really is one of the best parks in the UK! Take a look at some of the other facilities at the Lodge...

THE MINIATURE RAILWAY Offering a short scenic ride in the park on the first Sunday of the month between March and November, as well as special events throughout the year. The railway is run by volunteers, from the Frimley and Ascot Locomotive Club, who build and maintain the railway. For more information go to www.flmr.org

FLOURISH COMMUNITY GARDEN This fantastic community garden project hit the headlines when their first garden at the prestigious Hampton Court Flower Show scooped the Silver prize!

Surrey Heath now has a fantastic state of the art 3G facility at Frimley Lodge Park. This top of the range addition to Surrey Heath’s flagship park provides a valuable space for the Borough’s many football teams of all ages.

The 3G pitch will cater for 1000’s of participants annually, helping the Borough stay active and healthy whilst enjoying a premium sporting facility.

The artificial turf pitch facilitates a higher standard of play than a traditional all-weather pitch, lessening the potential for injuries.

These surfaces are termed 3rd Generation Pitches (3G) and provide a longer artificial grass blade and rubber crumb base which more accurately reflects the roll and bounce of natural grass.

The benefits of a 3G pitch include:

With a wide range of events there are plenty of activities to get involved with as well as volunteering opportunities.

• All year round usability • Less injuries • Lower total up-keep cost compared to normal grass pitches • Will last for years to come!

For more info contact Kate Turner on 07500 087689, email: cgp@live.co.uk or visit Facebook.com/flourishcommunitygarden

FRIMLEY LODGE PARK FREE LIBRARY The newest addition to the park is our quirky free library which is crammed full of books for all ages. Find a sunny spot or go into the café and relax with a good book. Return or replace it when you’re done and if you have books to donate we’d love to take them!

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Walking For Health

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Surrey Heath Borough Council is proud to be a Walking for Health acredited scheme provider. Walking is great exercise and a brilliant way to meet new people and explore the local area. You’ll discover things you didn’t know existed right on your doorstep! These walks last between 1 - 1.5 hours and are suitable for all ages and abilities.

All walks are supervised by Walk Leaders who are first-aid trained and will take into consideration the group’s ability and requirements.

Location:

All walks are on or near public transport routes, but may be more easily reached by private transport.

Timings:

Please arrive on time so that registration can take place delaying the walk.

Equipment:

Children:

Dogs:

without

All participants are responsible for bringing suitable clothing and footwear to take part safely and comfortably in the walk.

Please remember tracks are often wet and muddy in the autumn and winter.

All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Refreshments:

No refreshments will be provided, but there may be an opportunity to stop for refreshments afterwards at a local venue.

Grading Gentle-

For new walkers, unfit or recovering from illness / injury.

Moderate-

Challenging-

For regular walkers and those who are reasonably fit.

Moderate 1 hour, 2.5miles

BLACKWATER MEADOWS

(previously known as

-------------------------- Blackwater Park) Join one of our rangers for a gentle walk along charming lanes and woodland behind Bagshot. There are a few trees to cross on this route.

Meet in Bagshot Playing Field Association Car Park GU19 5EN, but please park along College Ride.

Gentle 1 hour, 2.5miles

BASINGSTOKE CANAL

CHOBHAM PLACE WOODS

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Gentle 1.5 hours, 3 .75miles Follow the popular and peaceful canal towpath looking for wildlife along the way.

Meet outside Pistachios in the Park café, Frimley Lodge Park.GU16 6HY

BISLEY

Gentle 1 hour, 2.5miles

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Escape the noise of the main road and discover the woods, fields and lanes of rural Bisley. There are a few stiles to cross on this route.

Meet at Shaftesbury Road Car Park, Bisley, GU24 9ER

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Follow the meandering course of the River Blackwater and stroll through pleasant meadows.

Meet at Admiralty Way Car Park GU15 3DT

Gentle 1 hour, 2.5miles

MINLEY LAKE Gentle

1.5 hours, 3.75miles

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Hidden away on the outskirts of the Borough but well worth a visit! Wandering along man made tracks, through trees and circling the lake, you won’t just visit the once!

Meet opposite the entrance to Hawley Lake Sailing Club, GU17 9LP

MYTCHETT If you’ve not discovered this RANGES place; you’re missing out!

Secluded woodland, quiet lanes and open expanses of heathland await.

Meet outside Chobham Place Woods, Valley End Road, GU24 8TL

LIGHTWATER COUNTRY PARK Moderate 1 hour, 2.5miles

------------------------Walk through the varied landscape of this breathtaking Country Park and beyond. Lots to see and explore; you’ll never get bored of the scenery.

Meet at the Visitor Centre.

GU18 5RG

For experienced walkers.

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Walks

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Moderate 1.5 hours, 3.75miles

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The moderate climb to the top of the ranges will all be worth it when you see the view!

Meet outside Pistachios in the Park, Frimley Lodge Park. GU16 6HY

TURF HILL

Gentle 1.5 hours, 2.5miles

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This pleasant walk takes in open heathland, mixed woodland and quiet lanes.

Meet at Turf Hill Car Park, Guildford Road, Lightwater, GU18 5SW

Progression Walks

More Walks LONDON ROAD RECREATION GROUND Beginners Walk Up to 1/2 an hour

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Join one of our team for a very gentle walk around London Road Recreation Ground. This walk is ideal for beginners, those with long-term health conditions or those who are recovering from injury/ illness wanting to return to exercise slowly.

Park at the Arena Leisure Centre, GU15 3QH, and meet at the front of the leisure centre Free parking available

Chobham Meadows

BASINGSTOKE CANAL (FLP-Ash Vale)

Gentle 1 hour 2.5miles

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Take a gentle stroll through the riverside meadows that lie beyond the village of Chobham.

This walk can be wet underfoot at times.

Meet in the car park behind the Chobham Rider shop in Chobham High Street, GU24 8LZ. Please note the car park is free (2 hour limit) but you will need to get a ticket from the machine and display it.

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Special thanks... ...to our Walking for Health volunteer Walk Leaders.

Up to date walk information can be found on www.surreyheath.gov.uk/ walksandevents or by calling 01276 707338 For further information on the benefits of walking go to www.walkingforhealth.org.uk If you are interested in becoming a Walk Leader, please contact: Ben.Sword@surreyheath.gov.uk

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Moderate 2 hours, 6miles

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A peaceful walk beside the canal starting and finishing at Frimley Lodge Park with a welcome refreshment break at the Swan Inn at Ash Vale.

Ideal for new walkers.

Meet at Pistachios in the Park Café, Frimley Lodge Park GU16 6HY

BASINGSTOKE CANAL (Queen’s Ave Ash Vale) Moderate 2 hours, 6miles

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A more rural route along the canal and if you’re lucky (and quiet!) you may be rewarded by the sight of a heron!

Meet at Junction of Queen’s Avenue and Prince’s Avenue, GU11 2LB

BASINGSTOKE CANAL (FLP Brookwood) Challenging

3 hours, 9miles

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A chance to pass the 14 Deepcut locks and return via Mytchett Ranges and Tunnel Hill.

Meet at Pistachios in the Park Café, Frimley Lodge Park GU16 6HY

BLACKWATER PARK Moderate 2.5 hours, 8miles

HORSESHOE LAKE

Moderate 2 hours, 6miles

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This walk will explore a different section of the Blackwater Valley Path.

With a choice of routes to be decided on the day, there’ll be something new to see each time.

Meet at Horseshoe Lake, Mill Lane, Sandhurst, GU47 8JW

WILDMOOR HEATH

Moderate 2 hours, 6miles

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Enjoy a choice of walks through heathland, meadow Following the winding and woodland taking in Blackwater Valley Path from Wildmoor Heath, the Devil’s the Meadows to Horseshoe Highway and Broadmoor Lake, you’ll be grateful of before stopping for coffee. the refreshment stop at a Meet at Wildmoor Heath local pub along the way!

Car Park, RG45 7PP Meet at Blackwater Station Car Park GU17 9AB Swinley

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Forest Lookout

Moderate 2.5hrs, 8miles

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Explore different trails in the tranquillity of Swinley Forest. Option of refreshments at the end.

Meet at Lookout Discovery Centre, RG12 7QW. Please note: parking charges apply.

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Walking Calendar october....

Gentle

Moderate Challenging

november....

Sun 4th - Horseshoe Lake

2 hours 6 miles

Sun 1st - Wildmoor Heath

Weds 7th - Chobham Meadows

1 hour 2.5 miles

Weds 4th - Bisley

Tues 13th - Minley Lake

1.5 hours 3.75 miles

Weds 14th - Mytchett Ranges

1.5 hours 3.75 miles

Sun 18th - Basingstoke Canal,

Frimley Lodge Park

- Brookwood

3 hours 9 miles Weds 21st - Bagshot

1 hour 2.5 miles Weds 28th - Lightwater

Country Park

1 hour 2.5 miles

2 hours 6 miles

1 hour 2.5 miles

Tues 10th - Minley Lake

1.5 hours 3.75 miles

Weds 11th - Blackwater

Meadows

(formerly known as Blackwater Park) 1.5 hours 3 miles

Walking Calendar

Moderate Challenging

december....

january....

Weds 2nd - Turf Hill

Weds 6th - Chobham Meadows

1 hour 2.5 miles

1 hour 2.5 miles

Tues 8th - Minley Lake

1.5 hours 3.75 miles

Weds 9th - Mytchett Ranges

Sun 10th - Basingstoke Canal

Frimley Lodge Park

- Ash Vale

1.5 hours 3.75 miles

Sun 13th - Horseshoe lake

1 hour 2.5 miles

Sun 15th - Basingstoke Canal

Queens Avenue

- Ash Vale

2 hours 6 miles

Tues 12th - Minley Lake

2 hours 6 miles

Weds 16th - Basingstoke Canal

Gentle

1.5 hours 3.75 miles

Weds 13th - Bagshot

1 hour 2.5 miles Weds 20th - Lightwater Country

Park

1 hour 2.5 miles

2 hours 6 miles

Weds 18th - Chobham

Place Woods

Sun 24th - Blackwater Park

2.5 hours 8 miles

Weds 25th - Bagshot

1 hour 2.5 miles

Weds 27th - Blackwater

Meadows

1 hour 2.5 miles

Sun 29th - Swinley Forest

Lookout

2.5 hours 8 miles

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(formerly known as Blackwater Park) 1.5 hours 3 miles

Walking Calendar

Gentle

february....

March.....

Weds 3rd - Bisley

Weds 2nd - Chobham

Place Woods

1 hour 2.5 miles

Sun 7th - Basingstoke Canal, Frimley Lodge Park

- Brookwood 3 hours 9 miles Tues 9th - Minley Lake

Weds 10th - Mytchett Ranges

Weds 17th - Bagshot

1 hour 2.5 miles

1.5 hours 3.75 miles

1.5 hours 3.75 miles

Weds 16th - Bagshot

1 hour 2.5 miles

2 hours 6 miles

Sun 20th - Horseshoe lake

Weds 24th - Basingstoke Canal

Surrey Heath Sports Council was formed in 2001 to act as a voice and offer support to the Surrey Heath sporting community. Consisting of representatives from Surrey Heath Borough Council, Surrey County Council, local schools, community sports organisations and the county sports partnership, the Sports Council meet 4 times a year to discuss the development of sport in the borough and the funding of talented individuals, local coaches and those who find finances a barrier to participation.

Weds 9th - Mytchett Ranges

1.5 hours 3.75 miles

Sun 21st - Wildmoor Heath

2 hours 6 miles

Surrey Heath Sports Council

Tues 8th - Minley Lake

1.5 hours 3.75 miles

1 hour 2.5 miles

Sun 6th - Basingstoke Canal

Frimley Lodge Park

- Ash Vale

Moderate Challenging

2 hours 6 miles

Weds 23rd - Turf Hill

1 hour 2.5 miles

1 hour 2.5 miles

Weds 30th - Blackwater

Meadows

(formerly known as Blackwater Park) 1.5 hours 3 miles

Visit www.surreyheath.gov.uk/leisure or call 01276 707338

The Sports Council offer 3 types of grant to individuals who are residents of Surrey Heath. These grants can be used to cover the cost of a range of areas including travel, coaching, equipment, memberships and beyond.

For further information on the criteria for each grant and to download an application form, please visit www.surreyheathsportscouncil.co.uk.

Alternatively if you are a Surrey Heath based club who would like to become a member of the Sports Council, please call 01276 707338 or email business.services@surreyheath.gov.uk

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All Flourish events take place at the community garden at Frimley Lodge Park

Autumn Open Day

Last minute Christmas Trees!

Sat 5th & Sun 6th December Cost: £5 per tree

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Fancy cutting your own eco-friendly Christmas Tree this year? Help clear young invasive pines from one of our precious and endangered Heathlands and you can take one (or more!) home at the end of your session!

Our trees are less dense and shapely than their shop bought cousins but do not drop their needles. Hot drinks and biscuits will be provided for the hardest workers. Tools and gloves provided.

Event takes place at Turf Hill (opposite Blackstroude Lane West) off Guildford Rd, Lightwater.

PRE BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL.

Candlelit Carols in the Park 11th December Refreshments available from 5:30pm, carols 6-7pm Free

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Welcome the start of the Christmas season with carols in Frimley Lodge Park led by the Surrey Heath Singers.

This event is free but candles and refreshments will be available to purchase.

Festive Fun at Lightwater Sunday 20th December 10am-3pm £4.50 per child, one adult free with each child Lightwater Country Park

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Along with our traditional Christmas clue hunt around the park, this year you can come and meet the animal stars of the nativity story… including a donkey, a calf and a sheep.

With crafty activities to enjoy indoors as well as a guest appearance from Cracker the comedy Camel, it’s sure to be a fun-filled day!

Chinese New Year Celebration Monday 8th February 5-6:30pm Free entry, £6 per Water Lantern Lightwater Country Park

------------------------Join with your local community to celebrate Chinese New Year by decorating your own water lantern with your hopes and wishes for the year ahead. Then watch in awe as the lit lanterns are set afloat together in a luminary procession across the lake!

Please bring a torch with you to light your way home after dark.

This event is free for all to attend, water lanterns will be on sale for £6 on the day.

Visit www.surreyheath.gov.uk/leisure or call 01276 707338

Saturday 17th October 11am-2pm Entry free ------------------------Come along and have a look at what we get up to in the Flourish Garden. Lend a hand with some harvesting, seed collecting and bug house making or just sit down and have a cup of tea and a slice of cake in the heated shed.

Donation for refreshments.

Halloween Workshops

Saturday 31st October ------------------------12-2pm Over 7’s. £5.00 per child. Pumpkin carving and other Autumn activities.

3-5pm Over 7’s. £5.00 per child. Pumpkin carving and other Autumn activities.

6-8pm All ages Spooky scavenger hunt, pumpkin soup tasting and other activities. Fancy dress encouraged. £2.00 per person.

Places are limited PRE BOOKING ESSENTIAL

Autumn Garden Activities

Tuesday 3rd November 4.30-6pm Saturday 7th November 11am-1pm £2.00 per child. All ages ------------------------Make a leaf mask and an Autumn Mobile with community gardener Kate Turner.

Places are limited PRE BOOKING ESSENTIAL

Natural Christmas Decorations

Wednesday 2nd December 4.30-6.30pm Saturday 5th December 11am-1pm Over 7’s £5.00.

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Look Out For...

Adult Christmas Wreath Making Workshops will be held during December. Dates and times to be confirmed.

For more information and booking for any of the Flourish Community Garden Events contact Kate Turner: email: cgp@live.co.uk mobile: 07500 087689 or visit Facebook.com/ Flourishcommunitygarden

We are a local museum telling the stories of the area’s past; covering the Stone Age, Iron Age, Roman times, medieval Surrey Heath, early transportation, highwaymen, coaching inns, the Royal Military College, the area’s agricultural and horticultural past, the development of Camberley and much, much more.

There’s lots to see..... all with FREE ADMISSION! Foyer Displays: 7th Nov to 23 Dec Surrey Craft Guild of Craftsmen

Discover the hidden treasures and stories of Surrey Heath from ancient to modern times

Music Makers Revisited to 31st October

The musical associations of the area go back over a century and include many genres of music from classical to pop, rock to skiffle. This exhibition covers the history of music locally, the music industry names of the area and how it has shaped our borough. A Century of Sound music festival was inspired by this exhibition.

Frimley and Camberley Arts Society 7th Nov to 23rd Dec

A return annual exhibition at the museum by the vibrant and talented local art society, selling exhibition.

School Holiday Activities 28th-31st October Creepy crafts All day every day that we are open, FREE. 19th December Christmas Crackers 10.30am-12pm, £2.50

Toddler Tuesdays

Free drop-in fun and craft sessions for the under 5’s, 10:30am to 12pm (50p per child suggested donation)

Painting of the month

Each month we will have a new painting from the museums art collections on display. The collection is a combination of purchased and donated pieces from all across the Borough.

Weds 21st October Two World Wars of Music

For further dates on upcoming historic walks visit the museum webpage.

£2.50, please book in advance

13th October Big Drawing 10th November Remembrance Wreaths

it’s like Toddler Tuesdays but on a Saturday!

10:30am to 12pm (50p per child suggested donation)

01276 707284 or email museum@ surreyheath.gov.uk

28th November Inspired by Art

The museum is

Visit www.surreyheath.gov.uk/leisure or call 01276 707338

6.00 to 7.30 £2.50 please book in advance Weds 7th Oct Yorktown Walk

Toddlers’ Saturday Spin-offs

www.surreyheath. gov.uk/museum

Find out about the history of our area on these walking tours

Evening Talks

8th December Roaming Reindeers

Surrey Heath Museum Knoll Road Camberley GU15 3HD

Surrey Heath Walks

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CAMBERLEY THEATRE PRESENTS

A brand new pantomime for all the family!

OLIVIA HOLLAND-ROSE

KRISTIAN CUNNINGHAM

as Princess Jasmine Proudly supporting

as Aladdin

MARK SLOWEY

as Widow Twankey

JOSH BOORER

as Wishee Washee

SUZI BUDD

as Slave of the Ring

KEVIN DRURY

as Abanazar

KIERAN MCGINN

as Genie of the Lamp

Written & Directed by Mark Slowey. Assistant Director & Choreographer: Suzi Budd. Musical Director: Graeme Budd

Monday 7 December 2015 – Sunday 3 January 2016 Box Office 01276 707600 www.camberleytheatre.biz Knoll Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 3SY

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