Families Surrey West May June 2024 Print

What’s on in May and June Summer holiday camps

New under 5s play places

Guildford,

E: guildford@monkeymusic.co.uk

T: 01483 821 932

Godalming Masonic Hall (Tuesday & Thursday)

Guildford St John’s Stoke Church (Wednesday)

Shalford Village Hall (Monday & Friday)

Postnatal Fitness

Little Bears Music

Soft play on a Monday and Wednesday in Busbridge Village Hall for ages 6 months +

Now o ering event nannying and mobile soft play parties!

bearslittleplay@gmail.com

www.bearslittleplay.com

Pre-Schools

Child’s Play

Pre-School Portsmouth Rd, Guildford

Free places available; all funding accepted

www.childsplaypreschool.co.uk

Award winning live interactive music classes in Woking, Chobham and Peaslake

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Children's Classes

Hands on music making classes for children aged 3 months – 4 years

Hands on music making classes for children aged 3 months – 4 years

Classes include singing, playing instruments, puppets and stories

To book a trial visit:

Classes include singing, playing instruments, puppets and stories

Led by a Music Therapist with over 15 years experience working with young children

www.littlebearsmusic.com

Led by a Music Therapist with over 15 years experience working with young children

Classes start Weds 9th Jan 2019

9:40am: 2.5-4yrs

10.30am: 18mths-2.5yrs

Classes start Weds 9th Jan 2019

11.20: 3-18mths

Jacobs Well Village Hall Guildford, GU4 7PD

9:40am: 2.5 4yrs Jacobs Well Village Hall Guildford, GU4 7PD

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Book your free trial now: 07764 752675 lbmusic@gmx.co.uk

Book your free trial now:  07764 752675

Award winning live interactive music classes in Woking, Chobham and Peaslake. Book a trial at: www.littlebearsmusic.com

 lbmusic@gmx.co.uk

Small classes - max of 3 swimmers or private lessons

Confidence-building drama classes for 4-7s and 7-12s. A unique mix of fun drama games, dance and singing specially designed to boost confidence, communication, concentration and coordination.

All ages & abilities swimsafeschool.co.uk

To book a FREE class visit www.perform.org.uk/try

Monkey Music - Byfleet, Ottershaw, Pyrford and Woking E: woking@monkeymusic.co.uk T: 01932 429 240

Godalming, Shalford

Bears Little Play launches mobile soft play parties and event nannying!

Bears Little Play is a mobile soft play based at Busbridge Village Hall, Godalming. They are excited to announce that they are now offering mobile soft play parties and event nannying across Surrey, Hampshire and Sussex.

If you are looking for entertainment for a children’s party then they will bring all their lovely soft play equipment to you! They offer 3 hour exclusive hire with set up and down included. There are lots of extra add ons available such as party bags and food. Owner Jaye has 8 years of experience working with children and is a qualified and experienced nanny. She says ‘I am so excited to be offering event and ad hoc nannying as well as mobile parties. We can help out if you need ad hoc or last minute childcare - for example if you have an appointment to go to or an unexpected work meeting. Or if you are hosting a wedding, christening or other event and would like some entertainment and childcare for dinky ones, then you need Bears Little Play!’. For more information contact Jaye on 07871 722290 or bearslittleplay@gmail. com or visit bearslittleplay.com.

Do you need more sleep?

Any parent knows that sleepless nights can have an impact on a family’s mental and physical health. Kate Reynolds is a qualified Level 6 OCN Sleep Coach based in Surrey, helping families with sleep education and supporting them with their sleep challenges. There are many useful articles on her blog, but if you need some personalised help she offers a range of consultations from an email consultation to in-home consultations. For more information visit www.surreysleepcoach.com.

Summer in the Alps

New Support for 11+ Exams

Are you considering 11+ exams for independent schools? There are two local programmes offering preparation and support. If your child is currently in year 5, they can join the 11+ foundation group immediately (subject to space). The main focus of this group is on verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning though elements of maths and English are also covered. Then there is also the 11+ preparation programme for children currently in Year 4. It offers variety and sustainability through to exams in Nov 2025 – Jan 2026 with a holistic approach. It comprises of a package of 1:1 sessions, group sessions, bespoke set work with feedback and parent consultations. It offers varied preparation in line with the individual child’s circumstances and abilities. Both programmes are run by Lucie Paulson, whose aim is to encourage families to enjoy reading, writing and learning at home. You can find out more at www.readingsupportathome or email Lucie on readingsupprtathome@icloud.com.

The Alps may be an obvious destination for the ski season, but how about a summer visit? Summer offers enough green (the mountains) and blue (the sky) to set you up for the whole year - and plenty of fresh air to fill your families’ lungs.

With reasonably priced flights from London airports to Geneva then a short drive to Morzine, there is a warm welcome waiting from Paul and Francesca Eyre at Chilly Powder.

With the main chalet - Au Coin du Feu - plus two chalets next door, you can organise your own meals, or join the party at ‘Au Coin du Feu’ for dinners that you usually only dream of. Family friendly early evening meals for the children and a daytime crèche for little ones not quite as active as you, with drinks in the bar for the grown ups – or in the Jacuzzi on the terrace. For more about Chilly Powder chalets for summer and winter visit www.chillypowder.com and more about summer in Morzine visit www.morzineavoriaz.com/activites-de-plein-air-ete.html

Join Perform for Fairytale Magic or an Intergalactic Adventure!

Perform’s confidence-building summer term classes are off to a flying start and there’s no better time for your child to try a class. Packed with self-esteem boosting activities, these weekly classes are the best fun of the week for every type of child. They help reticent children develop confidence in their abilities and provide an outlet for energetic children to sing, dance and make friends. The curriculum is focused on building the 4Csconfidence, communication, concentration and coordination - using drama games, improvisation, role-play, catchy songs and funky dances. This summer term, 4-7s are entering the Fairytale Forest for an adventure based on favourite well-known stories. 7-12s are blasting off on a journey with Robinson Crusoe where he gets stranded in space!

Every child is welcome to try a free class, with venues in Farnham, Godalming, Guildford, Haslemere and Woking. Plus classes are launching in Camberley in September! Visit www.perform.org.uk/try What’s more, the Perform Superheroes summer holiday course is coming to Guildford this August - visit www. perform.org.uk/superheroes for more info and to book.

What’s new?

We already live in an area with lots of great places to take little ones, but recently there have been several new launches we wanted to let you know about.

The Toddler Retreat is a new stay & play cafe at Lancaster Hall, Send for 0-5s. They are open Monday and Tuesday in term time from 10am-1pm plus look out for their special events. For more details and to book see https://toddlerretreat.com

Little Rainbows Stay And Play is a mobile soft play every Monday and Wednesday morning for 0-5s at Grayshott Village Hall. They are open in the holidays as well as term time. Find out more and book at www.littlerainbowsstayandplay.co.uk

Small & Mighty is an independent family club launching on Godalming High Street on 10 May. It will offer forward-thinking play spaces, carefully crafted for 0-10 year olds, a community hub with classes and crafts, plus Barista made coffee and a fun artisan toastie menu. For details visit https://smallandmighty.club

Giggleville Soft Play Cafe is based at The Compton Club in Compton between Guildford and Godalming. Suitable for children up to 7 years, they offer four 90 minute sessions daily which are bookable online at www.giggleville.co.uk

Sproglets Play Centre is based at Normandy Cricket Club (GU3 2AH) and is for ages 0-5. They are open Mon - Fri 9.30am-2.30pm with three bookable sessions each day. Find out more and book here: www.sprogletsplaycentre.com

Grace’s Play Cafe for under 5s has just opened at Frimley Village Hall. They are open Monday, Thursday and Friday 9am-12pm and 12.30pm-3.30pm. Sessions need to be booked, find out more at: https://gracesplaycafe.co.uk

G Live Baby Friendly Cinema Club

G Live recently introduced monthly informal screenings of classic and new films for parents/carers with babies 0-12 months. Films are screened in the Bellerby Studio in a relaxed environment. Pretty Woman is showing on 23rd May and Notting Hill on 20th June - book online.

NCT Woking’s Baby Cafe has recently launched. Run by an NCT breastfeeding Counsellor supporting parents to feed their baby. It runs alongside their baby and toddler group at Knaphill Scout Hut on Thursdays in term time from 11.30am-1pm. Free, no booking needed.

We also wanted to mention some of our other favourites in case you haven’t discovered them yet: Bears Little Play - soft play at Busbridge Village Hall, Godalming on a Monday and Wednesday for 6 months +

The Mucky Cow Play Café - café in Chobham with a play area, classes and special events, now offering half price sessions on Monday and Tuesday afternoons

Imagination Children’s Role Play - role play centre for 0-7 year olds in Camberley

Wee Nature Spirits - outdoor playgroup in Chobham. Gym Jams - soft play in Normandy for ages 0-3

Little Street Role Play - in West Byfleet & Frimley

Chobham Adventure Farm - indoor & outdoor play

Godstone Farm - largest soft play in Surrey

The Hen House - soft play for 0-8s in Haslemere

The Hive - free soft play in Park Barn, Guildford

The Haslemere Youth Hub - café, ‘Dinky Downtown’ role play area, Bounce House sessions and more RHS Wisley - soft play area for under 5s in the Glasshouse Kitchen

Family-friendly podcasts

PBy Andrew Campbell

odcasts have become a huge part of many people’s lives, offering a wide range of interesting, informative and entertaining audio which can be listened to for free at a time that suits them.

This applies to children too, with many high standard podcasts available that parents will also enjoy sharing. Podcasts are a brilliant way for kids to absorb information and can be played in the car, before bed to wind down or while doing colouring.

Story Pirates

Ages 5+

Stories written by children are given some polish but not too much, so they can be brought to life by adult actors, comics and musicians. Performers such as Clare Danes and Julie Andrews totally commit to the kids’ ideas which are often ‘off the wall’ such as The Squirrel Astronaut. www.storypirates.com

Rebel Girls Ages 5+

An offshoot of the best-selling book of the same name, this podcast is all about championing clever and tenacious women from across all areas, including the arts, civil rights and sport. Each episode is about twenty minutes long and focuses on one extraordinary woman. Each is delivered by another extraordinary woman. Despite the gendered title, these are stories for everyone. www.rebelgirls.com/podcast

Once Upon a Time in Zombieville Ages 9-12

An award-winning, BBC sci-fi adventure podcast with funny bits! Featuring lead characters with visual impairment and dyslexia, Zombieville is for those who might struggle to read but still love a great story. With lots of action, expressive voice actors and reallife soundtracks, it’s like ‘a comic book for the ears.’ www.bit.ly/BBCZombieville

Wow in the World Ages 5-12

A goofball, award-winning science podcast that tackles serious scientific enquiries and makes learning fun, even for parents. Hosted by Mindy, a klutz with a time machine, Guy and an everexpanding cast of wacky characters, the podcast shares stories about the latest news in science, technology and innovation. Stories that give kids hope and will make them say ‘WOW!’ www.bit.ly/WowInTheWorld

History Storytime for Kids Ages 5-11

Sophie (age 7) and Ellie (age 5) and their daddy tell the stories and use lots of funny sound effects. Hear amazing stories of animals in history, stirring historical stories of love and betrayal and stories of strong women and how they changed the course of events. www.historystorytime.com

What if World Ages 5-12

Hosted by Mr Eric who uses silly voices and crazy characters to answer a new ‘What if’ question sent in by an inquisitive child every episode. The scenarios are typically fanciful: think ‘what if everyone wore the same colour?’ or ‘what if snow got on the moon?’. These are the kind of questions that inspire the quirky stories for this imaginative podcast. www.whatifworldpodcast.com

Activity Quest Ages 5-12

A weekly podcast packed with stuff to do. Join presenters from children’s radio station, Fun Kids, as they visit locations nationwide to find out what they offer. They've tried everything from archery to heritage railway rides, rockclimbing to museum visits - even feeding tigers! The podcast is filled with fun ways to spend your weekend. www.bit.ly/ActivityQuest

The Week Junior Show Ages 8-14

Each week, Bex from Fun Kids is joined by members of The Week Junior team to discuss their favourite stories, debate the week’s hot topic and discover whether the Real or Rubbish? report is fake news or the real deal. Recent news topics include ‘do animals have imagination?’, ‘should fireworks be banned?’ and ‘how are headlice helping historians?’.

www.bit.ly/WeekJunior

How has the cost of living crisis affected divorce maintenance payments?

The cost of living crisis continues to place many families’ finances under significant strain. This strain is often most keenly felt in the finances of separated families. Individuals who are required as part of their divorce settlement to pay spousal maintenance may be struggling to meet those obligations on top of rising bills and increased mortgage payments. Many spousal maintenance orders are also index linked which means that they should be varied on an annual basis in line with inflation. It is easy to see how any significant increase in monthly maintenance payments can easily become unaffordable if an individual’s salary has not risen at the same level.

If you find yourself in this situation what can you do?

First, try to see if you can agree a reduction or an uplift that is affordable for you in the longer term, directly with your former spouse. You will need to provide evidence of your income to prove that you have not received a pay increase in line with inflation and you should also provide full information relating to your monthly expenditure to show that the currents payments and any annual increase is unaffordable. It is important that you do not stop any existing payments otherwise you could find yourself in breach of the court order and steps may be taken to enforce the order. It is best if you continue paying what you can, rather than stopping the payments altogether. If you are able to reach agreement with your former spouse, this should be recorded in an order and sent to the court to be approved. A family solicitor can help you with this.

What if agreement is hard to reach?

If the thought of direct conversations with your former spouse seems impossible then you might want to consider some alternatives, such as using the mediation process.

Mediation is a voluntary process where you will be assisted by an impartial mediator who will try to promote dialogue and help you and your former spouse reach agreement. Alternatively, your family solicitor might be able to help you reach an agreement using the collaborative process. This is where you and your former spouse, together with your respective solicitors, will meet and discuss matters round the table, exploring solutions together.

Can you apply to the court?

If this is unsuccessful, the next step to consider is making an application to the court to vary the maintenance payments downwards. An order can be varied if there has been a significant change in circumstances since the making of the original order. The court is unlikely to order the paying party to pay maintenance at a level that they cannot afford and the court will consider all the circumstances of the case. The court can order the payments to be reduced, stopped or order the payment of a lump sum. Another option to consider is

arbitration where both parties choose an arbitrator to make a decision, this can be quicker and more cost effective than court proceedings. The outcome of court applications can be uncertain and costs are likely to outweigh the benefits. It is important to take early legal advice so you know what information you need to present and how these applications are dealt with.

Hart Brown Solicitors has been providing trusted legal advice to families across Surrey for more than 100 years. Get in touch today and speak to a member of our experienced Family team by calling 01483 887766 or visit www.hartbrown.co.uk. *This

of general interest about current legal issues.

Pupil achievement and learning:Excellent Pastoral Care: Excellent

Independent school open days

If you would like to attend an open day, please contact the school to register

Please contact the school

Coworth

Cranmore School West Horsley Boys 2-16 years and girls 2-7 years.

Frensham Heights School Rowledge Mixed 3-18 years Fri 10 May 5.30pm7.45pm. Tues 25 June.

Glenesk Pre-Prep & Nursery School East Horsley Mixed 2-7 years.

Rydes Hill Preparatory School & Nursery Guildford Girls 3-11 years and boys 3-7 years.

Please contact the school for a personal tour.

7 June or contact the school to arrange a 1-1 tour.

Please contact the school to arrange a 1-1 tour with their headmistress.

St Catherine’s School Bramley Girls 4-18 years. Prep School: Wed 8 May,

St Edmund’s School Hindhead Mixed 2-16 years. Sat 18 May.

St Ives School Haslemere Mixed 2-11 years. Fri 10 May 9.30-11am.

Summer camps

Whether you are looking for childcare or just some holiday fun, here are some great workshops and camps for the summer!

Xtreme Activate Holiday Day Camp

OFSTED registered fun-filled holiday camp that runs at Guildford Spectrum entertaining and challenging children aged 5-8 and 9-12. The Camp runs every school holiday from 8.30am-6pm. Children will take part in activities such as ice skating, bowling, swimming (everyday for 9yrs + and on certain days for ages 5-8), track time (weather permitting) and arts and crafts. Bookings can be made in person at Customer Services (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm and Sat 9am-1pm) or by calling 01483 443322.

Swim Safe School Summer Crash Course

Improve your child’s swimming over the summer with these intensive lessons from Swim Safe School. Running at Cranleigh Golf & Country Club weeks commencing 29 July, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug and 26 Aug. Also running 28-31 May. All ages and abilities welcome. Small group and private lessons available. For more information or to book contact Jenn at swimsafeschool@btinternet.com.

The Man In The Moon Drama Day Camps

The Man In The Moon are running drama day camps at Camelsdale School, Haslemere throughout May half term (28-31 May) and the summer holidays (24 July - 29 Aug). 10am-4pm with early drop off at 9am and late pick up at 5pm available. These unique day camps are creative, inclusive, exciting and reassuringly affordable. The daily workshops include improvisation, role-play, movement, drama games and crafts that fuel the imagination. Numbers are kept low to make sure there’s individual attention from their experienced crew members. For more details, check out themaninthemoon.co.uk.

Ultimate Activity Camps

Ultimate Activity Camps welcome children aged 4 to 14, offering camps Monday to Friday from 8am-6pm. The Ofsted-regulated camps guarantee parents peace of mind, knowing their children will have a fantastic and well-caredfor experience. From sports and survival camps to art and tech adventures, there’s something for every imagination. The dedicated staff prioritise safety, creating a supportive environment where kids grow, learn, and form lifelong bonds. Adventures, challenges, and memories abound, all with rigorous safety protocols in place. Ultimate Activity Camps go beyond fun; they inspire personal growth through teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership. Camps run locally in Woking (Halstead St Andrew’s School), Godalming (Prior’s Field School), Haslemere (Amesbury School) and Bookham (Manor House School).

Muddy Boots Camps

Ofsted registered holiday camps for children aged 3-8 offering a huge range of indoor and outdoor activities such as bug hunting, multi-sports, nature exploring, cooking, dance and movement classes, science experiments, arts & crafts and more. They have a staff ratio of 1:8 and friends and siblings can be kept together regardless of age. Childcare vouchers are accepted. Prices from £32 per day (when booking for a week)book as early as possible for the best prices. They offer half days (morning or afternoon) and full days. They run locally at Merrow Infant School, Guildford. Visit muddybootscamps.co.uk for more info and to book.

MultiSports Guildford

Summer Holiday Camp runs from Mon 22 - Fri 26 July at St Peter’s School, Guildford. Suitable for boys and girls of all abilities, with half days for 4-6 year olds and full days for 6-16 year olds. Students will take part in 16 sports with professional coaches and mini tournaments. OFSTED registered, Childcare Vouchers accepted. No previous experience necessary, applicants do not have to be regular MultiSports students. For more information or to book please contact Ingrid on 0844 8009096. www.multisportsguildford.co.uk.

Pitch Pals

Pitch Pals are running more fantastic football camps at Broadwater School, Godalming on 28-30 May and throughout the Summer holidays. All days run 9am-3.30pm (late pick-up and half-days available). Your child can expect a camp full of fun games, activities and tournaments suitable for all. Expert coaching from FAqualified Coaches in a safe, fun and inclusive environment. Early booking is recommended to guarantee your child’s space. You can book at https://pitch-pals.classforkids.io

Surrey Theatre Academy

Have loads of fun and perform in a show on the last day to friends and family in one of these fantastic summer theatre camps, taught by highly experienced teachers. Book at www.surreytheatreacademy.co.uk.

“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” Mini Summer Theatre Camp 29 July - 2 Aug 9am-12pm for 5-10yrs. At Haslemere Hall.

“Wonka” Summer Theatre Camp 9am-3pm for ages 6-18. 5 Aug9 Aug at Haslemere Hall or 19-23 Aug at Godalming Borough Hall.

“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” 2-Day Summer Theatre Camp 1213 Aug 9am-12pm for 5-10s. At Godalming Borough Hall.

“Encanto” 2-Day Summer Theatre Camp 15-16 Aug 9am-12pm for ages 5-10. At Godalming Borough Hall.

NSSport Holiday Activities

brilliant drama workshops

NSSport Holiday Activities is the perfect place for your children to have fun! They provide active, affordable, and exciting childcare during the holidays for children aged 4-11. Their two programmes, NS Stars and NS Strikers, will see your child enjoy their time away from school. Their unique programmes, led by a dedicated, enthusiastic, and highly qualified team, ensure your child can maintain their development and learning through play in a safe and appropriate environment. They run at Brookwood Primary School (GU24 0HF) and Sythwood Primary School (GU21 3AX) during May half term and the summer holidays from 8am6pm. For further information and bookings visit www.nssport.co.uk or email enquiries@nssport.co.uk.

Guildford Summer Youth Project

Guildford Summer Youth Project 2024 presents WE WILL ROCK YOU Young@Part® at The Electric Theatre, Guildford, Mon 5th - Fri 9th Aug 10am-5pm. Run by the professional team at the Guildford Theatre School, this put-on-a-show-in-a-week workshop of this authorised adaption of the West End show for ages 8-16 features the chart-topping songs of Queen and has great parts for boys and girls as they restore rock ‘n’ roll to “the iPlanet” in a post-apocalyptic world! WE WILL ROCK YOU Young@Part® is a musical for our time: a fist-pumping, foot-stomping anthem to individuality. To book contact The Electric Theatre at www.electric.theatre

Inclusive, exciting and affordable after school workshops to give children skills that will benefit them for life

Guildford, Haslemere and more locations soon...

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Summer camps

Stagecoach Summer Workshops

Workshops are open to both Stagecoach and non-Stagecoach students. They accept childcare vouchers and tax free childcare and are OFSTED registered. No experience necessary!

Stagecoach Camberley & Yateley

Stagecoach Camberley & Yateley are running a Frozen JR workshop this summer from 5-9 August at Kings International College, Camberley. Ages 6-18 attend from 10am-4pm daily with a presentation on the last day for friends and family at 3pm. There is also a workshop for ages 4-6 which runs in the mornings and this age group will be putting on their own show at 12pm on Friday. You’ll have a fun week singing, dancing, acting and making friends! Book at www.stagecoach.co.uk/camberley

Stagecoach Guildford

I Dreamed a Dream workshop based on the popular musical Mamma Mia is running at Merrow Junior School from 19-23 Aug. 9.30am-3.30pm for 6-18s and 9.30am-1pm for 4-6 year olds. Calling all ‘Dancing Queens’ and Kings for a week singing, dancing and acting with a show at the end! Book at: www.stagecoach.co.uk/guildford

Stagecoach Farnham

Summer workshops are running at Farnham College from 29 July - 2 Aug. 6-18s will be working on Chitty Chitty Bang Bang JR and attend from 9.30am-3.30pm while ages 4-6 will be working on Jack and the Beanstalk! Both will perform to friends and family at the end of the week. Book at stagecoach.co.uk/farnham

Stagecoach Woking

A week of singing, dancing and acting and putting on a show! 6-18 year olds will be working on We Will Rock You and attend daily from 10am-4pm. 4-6s will be working on performing excerpts from The Jungle Book and attend from 9.30am-12.30pm. Book at stagecoach.co.uk/woking

Stagecoach Guildford North

Join Stagecoach Guildford North for 5 days of singing, dancing and acting and putting on a show! Running from 5-9 Aug at Kings College, Guildford you’ll be working on Beauty and The Beast JR6-18 year olds attend from 9.30am-3.30pm and for 4-6s it is 9.1512.30pm (9.30am-3.30pm on the final day). Book at www.stagecoach.co.uk/guildfordnorth

Stagecoach Farnborough

Running at Samuel Cody School, Farnborough, you’ll be off to Greece with I Dreamed a Dream workshop running from 12-16 Aug. This workshop is based on the popular musical Mamma Mia. Ages 4-6 come from 9.30am-1pm whilst ages 6-18 come for the whole day (9.30am-3.30pm). Don’t miss this all singing, all dancing week of fun putting on a show. Book at: www.stagecoach.co.uk/farnborough

Stagecoach Liphook

Six days of drama, dancing and singing from 29 July-3 Aug (9.30am-4.30pm) for ages 7-18 at Liphook Infant School working on a performance of Legally Blonde The Musical JR, which will be performed at the theatre. There is also a workshop from 29 July - 2 Aug (9am-12.30pm) for ages 4-6 working on a Monsters Inc themed production for family and friends at the end of the week. Book at: www.stagecoach.co.uk/liphook

Stagecoach Frimley

Stagecoach Frimley are running workshops from 5-9 Aug at St Augustine’s School, Frimley. 6-16 year old will be working on Perfectly Pitched. A Summer Showcase of creative musical fun where the students will immerse themselves in drama, singing and dance, with a fully staged performance at the end of the week. 4-6 year olds will have a fun filled Smurf inspired week working on Blue Village. Book at www.stagecoach.co.uk/frimley

Stagecoach Godalming

Stagecoach Godalming have some exciting one-day workshops at St Catherine’s School, Bramley this summer. On 24th July there is a Hamilton Workshop, on 25th July there is a Six Workshop and there is a Barbie Workshop on 26th July. There will be a guest performer from Hamilton and Six and a choreographer from the Barbie film to teach the students original choreography and songs. For ages 9+. There is also a 3 day Jungle Book workshop from 24-26 July (9.45am12.45pm) for ages 4-6. Book at: www.stagecoach.co.uk/godalming

The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre will have an exciting mix of drama and theatremaking workshops on offer to inspire and keep creative minds buzzing in the summer holidays. There will be workshops for all ages with activities such as storytelling, drama, games, crafts and more! Follow them on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter for the latest details on these fun workshops! Bursary places are available, contact Rhiannon Fisher on rfisher@yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

Haslemere Performing Arts

The 5-day Summer School courses take place in July and August (dates to be confirmed). 10am - 2pm (3pm on the final day). Each course provides the opportunity for anyone from 5-16 to rehearse a musical. Previous productions include Oliver!, Wicked, Hairspray and Bugsy Malone. The young cast learn dialogue, dance routines and songs ending on the final day, with a performance for parents, family and friends. For more details phone 01428 652360 (answerphone) or email: haparts@aol.com.

Synergy Dance

Synergy Dance will be running their signature holiday-themed workshops at Guildford Spectrum during the summer. Their inclusive holiday activities are for both mainstream and SEND children & teens. Themes range from Minions and Mayhem, Inside Out Dance & Movement, Disney & Frozen, Princesses & Superheroes and Glow in the Dark Disco fun. Also, if you have a birthday to celebrate, Synergy can offer fantastic themed dance parties. For more details and to book a workshop please visit: https://bit.ly/synergy-workshops. For any queries please contact admin@synergydance.co.uk or 01483 954110.

Perform Drama

Come to Superhero School this summer with Perform! Your child will discover their own special superpowers as they zoom, swoop, sing and swirl towards a sensational showcase for family and friends. This superhero course is for ages 4-10 and runs from 5th-9th Aug at Christ Church Hall, Guildford. Packed with brilliant music, funky dance routines and fabulous costumes, children will be immersed in confidence-building games and activities as they enjoy an action-packed Top Secret Mission to save the world! Book at www.perform.org.uk/superheroes.

In2Drama

In2Drama runs an annual 5-day academy for aspiring actors, singers, dancers and technicians who dream of forging a career in the performing arts. Held at Cranleigh Arts Centre from 22nd-26th July, the academy offers students aged 11-21 the opportunity to work with industry professionals, receive 1-2-1 advice and develop their talents. Following a very generous grant from the Wates Family Enterprise Trust, there are a number of free places available - apply at www.in2drama.com by 4th May.

Please check event details with organiser and to see if booking is needed

WED 1 MAY

Cathedral Tots

Guildford Cathedral

10am–11.30am. For preschool children with an adult. Free, no booking needed. Includes activities, story, a prayer, songs, and craft.

FRI 3 MAY

Watts Tots, Watts GalleryArtists’ Village

Compton 10-11am or 11.30am12.30pm. For under 5s with an adult. £6 (mem £5.40). Gather amongst the woodlands, with artist Charlie, for an outside session inspired by the early summer skies. Book online.

Pond Dipping

Haslemere Museum

10.30-11.30am for under 5s with an adult. Adult £1.50, child £2.50. Book online.

SAT 4 MAY

Bluebell Cards

Winkworth Arboretum

Perfect for younger visitors, design and make your own card using craft paper and pipe cleaners. Entry + £2pp.

Museum Makes

Chertsey Museum

Fun crafts for all ages. Drop-in 1.30-3.30pm. £3 per child.

Eco Explorers

Aldershot Town Centre

By the KFC crossroads, Union St Drop-in from 10am-2pm. Free hands-on Eco activities.

Farmer 4 a Day

Miller’s Ark Animals

Hook For ages 5-15. 11am3pm. £55. Book online.

Millennium Falcon Craft

Farnham Library

10.30-11.30am. For ages 5+. Make a Millennium Falcon model from paper plates. £4. Book by emailing farnham. library@surreycc.gov.uk.

SAT 4 - SUN 6 MAY

The Labyrinth Challenge Mytchett Centre

Inflatable obstacle course, laser tag and more. Book online.

SAT 4 MAY – SUN 2 JUNE

Meadow Wonders

Runnymede (National Trust)

Near Old Windsor Free seed bomb making every Saturday 11am-1pm, no need to book. Plus free Spotter sheets available from the tearooms.

SUN 5 MAY

Great Cockcrow Railway Chertsey KT16 0AD Miniature train rides. From 1pm, booking office closes 4.15pm. Ages 2+.

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The Make Space, Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village

Compton 10.30-11.30am, 1-2pm or 3-4pm.

Aimed at age 5+ but all ages welcome, children must be with an adult. Combine mono printing techniques with chalk pastels for a colourful selfportrait. £6 (mem £5.40), adult pays admission. Book online.

Run Frimley

Frimley Lodge Park

There are various race distances including a 1 mile colour family fun run. Plus face painters, activities and more. Raising money for Frimley Health Charity. Register online.

Bluebell Cards, Winkworth Arboretum See 4 May.

Mizens Railway

Knaphill GU21 2JW 2-5pm. Miniature train rides for ages 1+ (under 10s must be with an adult). No booking needed.

Eco Explorers

Farnborough Town Centre

By the old Peacocks unit, Queensmead Free hands-on Eco activities. Drop-in 10am-2pm.

MON 6 MAY

Charter Fair

Haslemere Town Centre

11am-5pm. Free entry. Stalls, fairground rides and amusements for all ages in the High St, West Street and Haslemere Museum.

Chobham Carnival

Chobham Recreation Ground

Live music, fun fair, arena attractions, stalls & food. Carnival leaves Chobham Rugby Club at 11.30am.

Blackheath May Fair

Blackheath Lane

Traditional fair from 2-5pm.

Leatherhead Miniature Railway KT22 9AA Miniature trains from 11am-4pm. No booking needed. Tickets £2.

Horsell May Fayre

Wheatsheaf Recreation

Ground Woking GU21 4BL Free entry. Arena events, food, stalls and lots more!

Send May Fair

Send Recreation Ground 12-3pm. Plenty of stalls, music and lots of other fun.

SAT 11 MAY

Village at War Rural Life Museum

Tilford Second world war reenactment. Booking advised.

When booking in advance for a full week

MAY HALF TERM AND SUMMER HOLIDAYS Book early for the best prices!

SAT 11 MAY CONT.

Lightwater Village Fete

Recreation Ground

Broadway Rd GU18 5XJ 12-4.30pm. Fun family day.

Witstock, Chichester Hall

Witley Fun filled day for the whole family, from 12pm.

SUN 12 MAY

Kelly’s Cycle Challenge

Alice Holt Forest

There are several routes including a 5 mile family ride with optional treasure hunt. Register online or on the day. Raising money for Challengers.

Great Cockcrow Railway

See listing on 5 May.

Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge Park GU16 6HY Miniature train rides 11am-5pm. £1.50. No booking needed.

Please check event details with organiser and to see if booking is needed

Mizens Railway See 5 May. Village at War See 11 May.

FRI 17 MAY

Mini Painters, The Lightbox Woking For under 5s with an adult. 11am. £8. Book online.

Animal Safari

Haslemere Museum

1.30-2.30pm. Animal themed session for under 5s with an adult. Adult £1.50, child £2.50. Book online.

Watts Tots See 3 May.

SAT 18 MAY

Bramley Village Fete

Gosden Common Family fun from 12-4pm.

Chiddfest

Chiddingfold GU8 4QA Family friendly day with live music, street food and children’s activities. Book online.

Big and Bouncy Festival

Stoughton Infant School GU2 9ZT Session 1: 10.30am1pm (gates close 11am).

Session 2: 2-4.30pm (gates close 2.30pm). New Inflatables for 2024 including giant slide, toddler area, gladiator duel, footy shootout and more! Plus Nerf wars, face painting, glitter tattoos, music, food and sweet tombola! Open to all. Tickets available on the gate. £6pp (2 & under free).

Bring cash and a picnic blanket!

Compton Village Fete

Village Green GU3 1JQ Traditional fete from 12pm.

Coldharbour Village Fete

Coldharbour Memorial Ground RH5 6HF 2-5.30pm.

THURS 23 MAY

Baby Friendly Cinema Club - Pretty Woman, G Live Guildford 10am. Informal screening for parents/carers with babies 0-12 months. Book online.

FRI 24 MAY - 3 JUNE

Meadow Themed Games

Runnymede (National Trust) Near Old Windsor Free, no booking needed. 11am-3pm.

SAT 25 MAY

Kids’ Craft – Painted Daffodils

Cranleigh Arts Centre For ages 3+. £8. Book online.

Working Weekend

Rural Life Museum

Tilford The museum comes to life with demonstrations and lots more. Booking advised.

Recycled Jewellery Craft

Farnham Library

Haslemere Performing Arts

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat

dance and theatre school BALLET

ACROBATICS STREET

Wilfrid Noyce Centre

Godalming Relaxed film screening 2.15pm. Free, donations welcome. To book call 01483 523575 or email office@godalming-tc.gov.uk.

May half term at Watts Gallery

Head to Watts Gallery –Artists’ Village this half term for a scavenger hunt across the entire site! Explore the galleries, adventure through the woodlands, and discover George and Mary Watts’s studios and house to crack codes, figure out riddles, use your imagination and think creatively. Admission + £4 per scavenger hunt (free admission for under 16s). Runs from 25 May – 2 June. Book now: www.wattsgallery.org.uk.

Stay & Create Art Club - Place Farm Barn, West Horsley Place

SUN 19 MAY

Stoke Park Railway

Guildford GU1 1TU Miniature train rides 2-5pm. No booking needed. £2 or three for £5.

Sustainability Festival

Gostrey Meadow Farnham 11am-4pm. Food, crafts, plants, demos, music and local organisations that are making Farnham greener.

Go Grab Life Walk De Vere Horsley Estate 4km or 8km route around the estate. Plus fun activities, music, refreshments and more. In aid of Woking & Sam Beare Hospice and Wellbeing Care. Register online.

All Aboard Club

Brookwood Memorial Halls

10.30-11.30am. For ages 4+. Make a necklace or keyring. £3. Email: farnham.library@ surreycc.gov.uk to book.

Children’s Storytelling

Leith Hill Place

Nr Coldharbour Village RH5 6LU 11-11.45am. Join author Marielle Bayliss and hear all about Frogs Bogs. Aimed at 2-6 years, included in entry.

SAT 25 MAY - 1 JUNE

Dinosaur Week Godalming Library

Dinosaur Treasure Hunt around the library - get a dinosaur sticker and be entered in the prize draw. On 28 May, 30 May and 1 June at 11am there are Dinosaur Rhymetimes. Free, booking not needed but limited spaces. On 29 May 11am there is a Dinosaur Storytime for ages 18months+. Free, no booking needed. On 31 May make a dinosaur headdress 2.30-3.30pm For ages 4+. £2. Book by emailing godalming. library@surreycc.gov.uk.

SAT 25 MAY - 2 JUNE

This half term West Horsley Place are celebrating everything that makes YOU amazing at their Stay & Create Art Club! Make paper bag puppets, recycle household waste into crazy creatures and make your mark on their giant drawings. It runs from Wed 29Fri 31 May, 10am-1pm or 1-4pm. Suitable for young children. Adult £3, child £6, Under 1s FREE. Tea and coffee included. This event does not include access to the historic Manor House, but you can explore the areas around the barn and look for signs of wildlife on the Wildlife trail. Book at www.westhorsleyplace.org/Event/stay-and-create-art-club

Woking Inclusive train play for autistic, ADHD and special needs children. 11am or 1pm. Book at www.allaboardclub.com.

Great Cockcrow Railway

See listing on 5 May.

Mizens Railway See 5 May.

MON 20 MAY

Recycled Jewellery Craft

Ash Library 3.45-4.45pm. For ages 4+. Make a necklace or keyring. £3. Book by emailing ash. library@surreycc.gov.uk.

Family Gardening Festival

RHS Garden Wisley

Woking GU23 6QB Plant a lifelong adventure with gardening by visiting the Family Gardening Festival at RHS Garden Wisley, in collaboration with Burgon & Ball. There will be a mix of fun activities including crafts, planting sessions and a garden adventure trail. Included in admission – free for RHS Members. Weekdays 10am6pm, weekends 9am-6pm.

Photo by Chris Lacey

Sat 25 May – Sun 2 Jun

Dive into a blooming adventure at RHS Gardens this May half term. With outdoor trails to explore, fun planting workshops, craft activities and more, it’s a garden party for the whole family!

What’s on diary

Please check event details with organiser and to see if booking is needed

Please check event details with organiser and to see if booking is needed

Dig, plant and play at RHS Garden Wisley this

May half term

From 25 May - 2 June, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) plans to plant a lifelong adventure with gardening by inviting young visitors to RHS Garden Wisley in Surrey to dig, plant and play at the Family Gardening Festival.

In collaboration with Burgon & Ball and their ‘Growing Gardeners’ range of tools and accessories for family gardening, there will be a mix of fun activities for young visitors, including crafts, planting sessions and a garden adventure trail. www.bit.ly/RHSFamily

Guildford Spectrum

Guildford Spectrum offers a wide range of activities, including tenpin bowling, ice skating and four swimming pools. In the pools, you can show off your skills on the diving boards, race down the waterslides or test your stamina during a lane swimming session. Everyone can enjoy the indoor ice rink all year round, perfect for experienced skaters or beginners with the help of skating aids. Challenge your friends and family to a game of bowling and show off your strike celebration! There’s also exciting soft play, ‘Specky’s Pirate Ship’ for little ones to explore. All activities can be booked online.

25 MAY - 2 JUNE CONT.

Nature Explorer’s Week Godstone Farm

Get back in touch with nature with lots of extra activities - see listing below for more details.

Garden Friends Half Term Trail, Claremont Landscape Garden

Esher Garden themed nature trail with fun games and activities around the lake.

Scavenger Hunt, Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village

Compton The scavenger hunt will take your family across the whole site, where you’ll crack codes, figure out riddles, and think creatively. Best for under 12-year-olds but all ages welcome. Admission + £4. Book online.

Butterfly Trail

Hatchlands Park 10am-4pm. Pick up a spotting sheet and see how many real and colourful wooden butterflies you can spot. Included in admission.

SUN 26 MAY

Half term at Godstone Farm

Reconnect with nature this May half term at Godstone Farm! Immerse yourself in natural crafts, enjoy barefoot walks and unleash your creativity whilst painting with nature. The excitement continues with the opportunity to craft your own worm farm to take home. With a blend of outdoor adventures and farmyard fun, Godstone Farm promises a fantastic day out for everyone. Embrace the beauty of the season, indulge in hands-on activities while surrounded by the wonders of nature. Combine education and enjoyment in the heart of the great outdoors.

Alice Holt Forest

The Gruffalo is celebrating his 25th birthday with a fun forest adventure at Alice Holt Forest, the Gruffalo Party Trail. The interactive family trail features party-themed activities and games, along with fun facts to teach you about life in the forest for the Gruffalo and other creatures. Follow the trail and find the missing party items to give the Gruffalo a birthday to remember. Pick up your pack for just £4, with fun things to do on your party adventure. Whilst you’re there, find the brand-new Gruffalo sculptures, enjoy the play areas and treat yourself to something from the popular café.

Farnborough Donkey Derby

King George V Playing Fields GU14 6RE 12-5pm. Donkey races, stalls, music, attractions and more.

Share a Shettie Mane Chance Sanctuary

Compton 10am-2pm. Look after a shetland pony for the day. For a child and adult (£35) - book online.

Leatherhead Miniature Railway See 6 May.

MON 27 – FRI 31 MAY

Celebrating Surrey Stars Dapdune Wharf

Great Cockcrow Railway

See listing on 5 May.

Mizens Railway See 5 May. Working Weekend, Rural Life Museum See 25 May.

Open Sunday Mane Chance Sanctuary

Compton GU3 1DL 2pm. Tour of the site followed by tea, coffee and cakes. See the horses and learn about what the Sanctuary does. Adult £3, child £2, under 5s free. Online booking essential.

Rowledge Village Fayre

Rowledge Recreation Ground 12-4pm. Family fun and entertainment.

Clay Workshops

Leith Hill Place

RH5 6LU 11am, 1pm & 3pm. Make a little clay bird. For ages 5+ with an adult. Adult £16, child £11. Book online.

Classic Car Show

Lion Green Haslemere 12-5pm. Cars, stalls, vintage fun, kids entertainment, food & drink.

MON 27 MAY

Meadow Wonders

Runnymede (National Trust) Near Old Windsor 10am-3pm. Meadow crafts, games and a chance to meet the Rangers and check out their tractor. Free, no booking needed.

Guildford 11am-5pm. Free. Dame Judi Dench and Steve Backshall are just some of the talented people with Surrey connections. Follow in their footsteps and take part in challenges, solve puzzles and enjoy themed arts & crafts.

TUES 28 MAY

Cape-Tastic!

Yvonne Arnaud

Theatre Guildford Superhero themed drama fun for 5-7yr olds. 10-12pm or 1.30-3.30pm. £20. Book online.

Play in a Day – The Lion King, Princes Hall Aldershot 10am-4pm. £21. For ages 7-11. Book online.

Pond Dipping

Haslemere Museum

10.30am-12pm for ages 5-11. £7 (mem £5). Book online.

Wild About Britain

Cranleigh Arts Centre 10am or 11.30am. £8. Meet an array of British creatures, including a hedgehog, with handling opportunities available. Book online. Under 16s must be with an adult.

Bach to Baby Half Term Concert, Guildford United Reformed Church

10.30am. Classical music for the family. Book online.

Meet the Animals with Millers Ark, Rural Life Museum Tilford 10am-3pm. For all ages with an adult. Online booking advised.

Children’s Animal Conservation Workshop

Haslemere Library

Learn about animal conservation with Mark Ellis from the David Shepphard Wildlife Foundation and design a bag to take home. 10-11.30am. Free - for ages 4+. Booking recommended: haslemere. library@surreycc.gov.uk.

Introduction to Technical Theatre, G Live Guildford 10am-4pm for ages 10-16. £45. Learn about how theatre lighting and sound operates! Book online.

Minions and Mayhem

Guildford Spectrum

2.45-3.45pm. For SEND and mainstream children aged 4-8. £7.50. Dance to ‘Happy’ and have ‘Fun, Fun, Fun’ in this Minions-themed dance workshop. It will include, parachute fun, ‘Despicable Statues’, ‘Despicable FootSteps’, ‘Battling the Minions’, dance routines and a Snow Disco. This inclusive workshop is for all levels. Dressing up is encouraged! If booking for more than one child, use DOUBLEDISCOUNT to save 10%. Book at bit.ly/synergy-workshops.

TUES 28 - THUR 30 MAY

Stone Age

Surrey History Centre

130 Goldsworth Rd, Woking, Free drop-in family activities. 9.30am-5pm. Learn about the Stone Age. Try hand print drawing, make a stone age shield and an antler mask. For ages 2-10 with an adult. Donations welcome.

WED 29 MAY

Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway, Frimley Lodge

Park GU16 6HY Miniature train rides 11am-1pm and 2-4pm. No booking needed. £1.50 per ride, per person.

Magic & Illusion for Beginners

Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

Guildford Learn the tricks of the trade and conjure up your own magic routine. For ages 12-16. 10am-3pm. £40. Book online.

Fake It till You Bake It

G Live

Guildford 10am-4pm. For ages 7-11. £45. The ultimate baking extravaganza for all abilities. Book online.

Fake It till You

Bake It, G Live

Meet the Animals with Millers Ark, Rural Life Museum

See 28 May.

Dance in a Day Princes Hall

Aldershot 10am-4pm. For ages 6-10. £21. Book online.

Dance Diva

Surrey Heath Museum

Camberley 1.30–3pm. Dance session with professionals. Please book in advance.

Early Birds

Haslemere Museum

9-10am. Special opening for families with children who have an Autism Spectrum Condition. Book online.

Family Fun Day

Guildford Cathedral 10am or 11am. Craft activities for primary aged children with an adult. Free, book in advance online.

Farnham Maltings

Please book online. Create a Stamped Tea Towel

For 6-12s. 10am-2pm. £22. Brush Lettering for Kids 10am-11.30am. An introduction to calligraphy for ages 10+. £25. Decorate a Plant Pot 2-3.30pm for ages 6-12. £22.

Crafty Kids

Museum of Farnham

Drop-in from 10.30am12.30pm. Crafts for ages 3-7 with an adult. £4.50 per child. No booking needed.

Big Blooms!

Guildford Museum

Make oversized paper flowers to take home or leave them as part of the ‘From a Garrison to a Garden’ display. Free, for ages 5+ with an adult. Drop in from 12-2pm.

WED 29 - FRI 31 MAY

Stay & Create Art Club

West Horsley Place

Fun art activities, imaginative and sensory play plus a wildlife trail. Book online. See listing on page 12 for details.

THURS 30 MAY

The Brick People Denbies Wine Estate

Dorking

One hour sessions featuring LEGO® bricks from 10am-3.30pm. £4.25pp (all children must with a paying adult). Book online. Under 3s free with paying adult.

Dinky Dance Half Term Class, QE Park Centre

Guildford GU2 9LX 10am10.40am. Dancing fun, props and music for walkers to age 5 with an adult. Book online.

Seed Mosaic Craft

Farnham Library

10.30-11.30am. For ages 4+. Make nature inspired mosaics using seeds. £3. Sign up at the library or email farnham. library@surreycc.gov.uk.

25 May - 2 June 2024

Round up the family and head to Watts Gallery, Compton, for a scavenger hunt to explore nature and art.

Book online: www.wattsgallery.org.uk

Normal admission applies. Charges apply for activities.

Photo by Chris Lacey

What’s on diary

THURS 30 MAY CONT.

3D Design & Make

Farnham Maltings

10am-2pm for ages 7-16. £65. Book online. For all abilities.

Crafty Kids, Museum of Farnham See 29 May.

Creative Make-Up

Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

Guildford Character makeup workshop with a Lion King theme for ages 7-11yrs. 10am-3pm. £40. Book online

Family Event: Get Creative Haslemere Museum

10.30am-1pm. Try a range of different media. £4 (mem £2), adult £1. Book online. Meet the Animals with Millers Ark, Rural Life Museum See 28 May.

Stoke Park Railway

Guildford GU1 1TU Miniature train rides 1-3pm. No booking needed.

Young Creatives: Painting People, The Lightbox Woking 1.30-3pm for 11-16s. £20. Book online.

FRI 31 MAY

Kodu – Build Your Own Video Game, G Live Guildford 10am-4pm for ages 7–11. £45. Children will design several games. Book online.

Book Folding Craft Event

Haslemere Library

Make a Hedgehog from a discarded book. 10-11.30am. £3 per child (siblings £2). Ages 4+. Booking recommended by emailing haslemere.library@surreycc. gov.uk.

Artbox Mixed Media Workshop

Farnham Maltings

10am-2pm for ages 7-16. For all abilities. Book online.

Craft Café – Wellbeing Jar

G Live

Guildford 10.30am in The Café at G Live. Free, for all ages and abilities. Create your own wellbeing jar to take home and open when you need some positivity.

Skittles

Haslemere Museum

2-4pm. Make up a team (max 1 or 2 adults, 4 or 5 children) and try to win a prize at the indoor skittle alley. Plus bar skittles, bagatelle and shove ha’penny games to try. Cafe open. £5 (mem £3) per person. Book online.

Please check event details with organiser and to see if booking is needed

Synergy Dance Workshops

Guildford Spectrum £7.50 per workshop. Book at: bit.ly/synergyworkshops. If you’re booking more than one child on the same workshop quote DOUBLEDISCOUNT to save 10%. Email queries to: admin@synergydance.co.uk.

Disney Theme with Frozen Workshop 2.45-3.45pm. For ages 3-7. Suitable for SEND and mainstream students. Let It Go as you explore the scenes and songs from smash hit films Frozen 1 and Frozen 2 and other Disney films. Includes Disneythemed dance and drama games, giant parachute, magic props and signature snow disco. Dressing up is encouraged!

Glow in the Dark Street Dance Disco 4-5pm. For ages 6-12 years split into age appropriate groups. Learn choreography in the street dance style in this immersive workshop filled with neon lights, glow sticks, and bright colours. There’ll also be dance games and exercises in this inclusive workshop for all levels. Dressing up is encouraged!

The Brick People Denbies See 30 May.

Dance Diva, Surrey Heath Museum See 29 May.

SAT 1 JUNE

Godalming Town Show

Burys Field

Godalming Parade down the High Street 12-1pm, stalls 12-5pm and live entertainment 1-7pm.

Traditional Games

Haslemere Museum 10.30am-12pm for ages 5-11. £7 (mem £5). Have a go with bagatelle and shove ha’penny boards and then make your own simple versions to take home. Book online.

Children’s Storytelling

Leith Hill Place

RH5 6LU 11-11.30am. Join author Tina Talbot for a reading from her book, ‘The Powerful Pollinators: Day and Night’ aimed at 7-10 year olds. Included in admission.

Blooming Picnic Guildford Castle Grounds

Gates open 12pm, live music until 4pm. Bring your own picnic. Tea, coffee, cakes, ice cream and Pimm’s available to buy. You can bring chairs or a blanket but not tables or gazebos. There will be stalls including face painting.

Steam Rally, Hollycombe Liphook GU30 7LP Steam engines, tractors, a model steam section plus the steam fairground and train rides.

Museum Makes, Chertsey Museum See 4 May.

Eco Explorers, Aldershot Town Centre See 4 May.

SUN 2 JUNE

The Make Space, Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village Compton 10.30-11.30am, 1-2pm or 3-4pm. Aimed at ages 5+ but all ages welcome, children must be with an adult. Using inks, bubbles and air, experiment with mark making and texture to create a tree to add to the collaborative Watts Woodlands! Child £6 (mem £5.40), adult needs to pay admission. Book online.

Frimley Lodge Miniature Railway See 12 May.

Farnham Festival of Transport, Upper Hart Car Park

Farnham, GU9 7HD 10am-1pm.

Victoria Day Aldershot Town Centre

Lots of free activities, craft and community stalls, fair rides, live entertainment, food and drink 10am-4pm. The spectacular ‘Carnival of the Animals’ leaves Princes Hall at 11am.

The Old Fair of Abinger

Abinger Common RH5 6HZ From 2pm. Loads of entertainment, games, attractions, food and drink.

Milford Village Fete

Jubilee Field Milford 1-5pm.

Watts Creatives: Life Drawing, Watts GalleryArtists’ Village

Compton For 13-18s. £27.50 (mem £24.75). Book online.

Pirbright Village Fair 1-5pm. Crazy golf, football darts, classic cars, dog show, donkey rides and more.

Shamley Green Village Fete, Village Green From 1pm. Entertainers, fun & games, stalls, dog show.

Free for spectators. Over 150 vehicles from veteran cars to modern supercars. Food & drink stalls and more. Raising money for Challengers.

Eco Explorers

Farnborough See 5 May.

Steam Rally, Hollycombe See listing on 1 June.

Great Cockcrow Railway See listing on 5 May.

Mizens Railway See 5 May.

WED 5 JUNE

Cathedral Tots See 1 May.

FRI 7 JUNE

Watts Tots, Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village Compton 10-11am or 11.30am-12.30pm. A weaving themed session for under 5s with an adult. £6 (mem £5.40). Book online.

Noah’s Ark

Haslemere Museum 1.30-2.30pm for under 5s with an adult. Adult £1.50, child £2.50. See the animals in the galleries and enjoy a story and craft. Book online.

SAT 8 JUNE

West End Village Fete

Tringham Recreation Ground GU24 9NP 1-5pm. Arena events, games, refreshments and more. Procession leaves Fellow Green at 12.30pm.

Elmer Day Craft Event

Haslemere Library

Make an Elmer out of a recycled milk carton. 10.30-11.30am. Child £1.50. For ages 4+. Booking recommended at haslemere. library@surreycc.gov.uk.

Windlesham Fete

Field of Remembrance GU20 6AA From 1-5pm.

Puttenham Village Fete

Churt Village Fete

Churt Recreation Ground Fun, games and entertainment from 2pm.

SUN 9 JUNE

Dragon Boat Races and Family Fun Day

Goldsworth Park 10am-4pm. Cheer on the dragon boats and enjoy the family fun day. Raising money for Woking & Sam Beare Hospices.

Chiddingfold Village Fete Village Green 12-4pm. Fete with games, raffle, stalls and food village.

Stoke Park Railway

See listing on 19 May.

Leatherhead Miniature Railway See 6 May.

Great Cockcrow Railway See listing on 5 May.

Mizens Railway See 5 May.

Little Trotters

Magical pony parties for children aged 2 - 10 years old in Chobham, Woking Grooming, plaiting, and saddling up your shetland pony

Woodland ride

Scavenger hunt

Pet the guinea pigs

Party room activities Lunch is included www.littletrottersponyparties.co.uk

Classes now available in Godalming and Haslemere BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL

www.mollymoocow.com

info@mollymoocow.com

Excellent inclusive theatre training for ages 5-18yrs www.surreytheatreacademy.co.uk

Excellent inclusive theatre training for ages 5-18yrs www.surreytheatreacademy.co.uk

Excellent inclusive theatre training for ages 5-18yrs www.surreytheatreacademy.co.uk

What’s on diary

SAT 15 JUNE

Camberley Armed Forces

Day, Town Centre 10am-4pm. Roaming street entertainers and lots of free family fun including a balloon modeller, climbing wall, soft archery plus free face painting on High Street!

Lyne Village Fete

Lyne Village Hall

KT16 0AN 12.30-4.30pm. Donkey rides, falconry, fun fair, music, rides, dog show, refreshments and more.

Frensham Fayre

Hollowdene Recreation

Ground Frensham 1-5pm.

Handling Session: WWII

Home Front

Haslemere Museum

11am-12pm or 2.30-3.30pm. Family event exploring life on the home front. For all ages. £4 (mem £2). Book online.

Bookham Village Day

The Old Barn Hall

KT23 3PQ From 12-4pm.

Magna Carta Weekend

Runnymede (National Trust)

Explore the Medieval Encampment - find family games, crafts, and activities, have a go at digging up some archaeology finds and more.

Blackbushe Air Day

Blackbushe Airport

Camberley, GU17 9LQ 11am-5pm. Aircraft, classic vehicles, kids inflatable fun, face painters, live music, stalls and more. Book online.

Lord Hopton’s Encampment

Rural Life Museum

Tilford Living 17th century history. Booking advised.

“The Can Caravan”

Storytime and Craft

Farnham Library

10.30-11.30am. For 4+. £3. Email farnham.library@ surreycc.gov.uk to book.

SUN 16 JUNE

Father’s Day Classic Car Gathering, Hollycombe

Liphook GU30 7LP Lots of classic cars, plus miniature train rides, steam fairground, woodland gardens and more.

Lord Hopton’s Encampment See 15 June.

Great Cockcrow Railway

See listing on 5 May.

Mizens Railway See 5 May.

Magna Carta Weekend Runnymede See 15 June.

Please check event details with organiser and to see if booking is needed

MON 17 JUNE

Seed Mosaic Craft Ash Library

3.45-4.45pm. Make nature inspired mosaics using seeds. £3. For 4+. Email ash.library@ surreycc.gov.uk to book.

THURS 20 JUNE

Baby Friendly Cinema Club - Notting Hill, G Live Guildford 10am. Screening in a relaxed environment for parents/carers with babies 0-12 months. Book online.

FRI 21 JUNE

Summer Fair

Lorraine Infant School

Camberley GU15 4EX Stalls, a tombola, raffle, games and a Dance Club performance. All welcome. 3.30pm-5pm.

Busy Buzzy Bees

Haslemere Museum 10.30-11.30am for under 5s with an adult. Adult £1.50, child £2.50. Visit the beehive and learn about the bees at the museum. Book online.

Watts Tots See 7 June.

Mini Painters See 17 May.

SAT 22 JUNE

Armed Forces Day Prom in the Park, Princes Gardens Aldershot Free entry. 2-5pm. Plus children’s activities, stalls, food and drink.

St. Johns Village Fete

St John’s Lye

Woking GU21 7SQ 12.30pm. Village fete and dog show.

Shackleford Village Fête and Dog Show

Norney Farm

GU8 6AE Children’s entertainer, bouncy castle, competitions, games, plants, food & drink. From 12.30pm.

SUN 23 JUNE

Strawberry Fayre

Bisley Village Green

GU24 9EG From 1.30pm. Children’s fun fair, entertainment, KidZone games, tractor rides, refreshments and lots more.

Entry: Adult £1, child free.

Open Sunday, Mane

Chance See 26 May.

Mizens Railway See 5 May.

FRoGS Summer Fair

The Grange Community Infant School New Haw, KT15 3RL 12-3pm. Family fun, stalls, games, BBQ & ice-cream. Entry: £1 for 16+, children free. Everyone welcome.

WESTfest

Cradhurst Recreation

Ground Westcott 11.30am4.30pm. Live music, rides, stalls, entertainment, fun dog show, food and drink.

Great Cockcrow Railway See listing on 5 May.

TUES 25 - SAT 29 JUNE

National Writing Day Book Reviews, Haslemere Library Free, drop in. Come to the Children’s Library anytime throughout the week and write a review of your favourite book (or draw a picture of your favourite book character) and stick it to the review wall! For ages 4-11.

FRI 28 JUNE

Craft Café – Cross Stitch G Live Guildford 10.30am in The Café at G Live. Free, suitable for all ages and abilities. Celebrate Pride month and create a colourful Cross Stitch pattern or learn the basic skills of cross stitch.

SAT 29 JUNE

Ottershaw Village Fete

Ottershaw Memorial Fields KT16 0QB 1-5pm. Free children’s entertainment, free face painting, stalls, music, entertainment and Grand Prize Draw! Entry: £2 adult, £1 Under 12s, Free Under 1’s.

Paddington Visit Rural Life Museum

Tilford Paddington will be appearing for meet and greet sessions throughout the day. Online booking advised.

Cranleigh Carnival & Fun Day, Cranleigh Common Games, stalls, entertainers, fun fair, food, drink and more.

Children’s Storytelling

Leith Hill Place See 1 June.

Farnham Carnival

Gostrey Meadow

Farnham Fayre from 2-9pm with bands, stalls, children’s entertainment, bar, food and more. Parade leaves at 6pm from Upper Hart Car Park.

Armed Forces Day Picnic on the Green

Pirbright Village Green

GU24 0JE 11am-3pm. Lots of free entertainment for all the family, including military bands, parades, face painting, crafts, bouncy castles, obstacle courses, food and more. Free parking available.

Wooden Flying Bee Puppets

Farnham Library

10.30-11.30am. For ages 4+. Make a flying bee puppet. £4. Email farnham.library@ surreycc.gov.uk to book.

SUN 30 JUNE

Proms and Pop in the Park

Gostrey Meadow

Farnham 12-6pm. Family friendly event with live music, children’s rides, stalls and a range of activities.

Paddington Visit

Rural Life Museum

See listing on 29 June.

Great Cockcrow Railway

See listing on 5 May.

Mizens Railway See 5 May.

FUNFEST

Yateley Manor School

GU46 7UQ 11.30am-4pm. Fun packed day for people with disabilities or special educational needs. Free, but you must register at www.lions-funfest.org.uk.

All Aboard Club See 19 May.

Nearly New Sales

Markets 4 Parents

The next sales will take place on Saturday 15th June and Saturday 14th September from 10am-12pm at Normandy Village Hall, Glaziers Lane, Guildford, GU3 2DT. Lots of stalls bursting with top quality like new baby and children’s items from birth to around 6 years. £2 entry, kids are free. Come and grab a bargain or book a stall and be a seller. Keep 100% profit on the day. For more information or to book a stall visit bookwhen.com/markets4parents or email info@markets4parents.com @markets4parents

NCT Woking Nearly New Sale

At Knaphill Scouts Hut, Waterers Rise, Woking, GU21 2HU on Sat 22 June 10.30am-12pm. Entry from 10.15am for NCT members (bring proof of Membership). Entry by donation. There’ll be a wide range of quality second hand baby and maternity items including good quality equipment, clothes and toys.

What’s on diary

May half term camps

Xtreme Activate Holiday Day Camp

OFSTED registered fun-filled holiday camp that runs at Guildford Spectrum entertaining and challenging children aged 5-8 and 9-12. The Camp runs every school holiday from 8.30am6pm. Children will take part in activities such as ice skating, bowling, swimming (everyday for 9yrs + and on certain days for ages 5-8), track time (weather permitting) and arts and crafts. Bookings can be made in person at Customer Services (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm and Sat 9am-1pm) or by calling 01483 443322.

Muddy Boots Camps

Camps run during May half term for children aged 3-8. There are a huge range of indoor and outdoor activities on offer from bug hunting to multi-sports and cooking. Friends and siblings can be kept together regardless of age. Childcare vouchers are accepted. Prices from £32 per day (when booking for a week) - book as early as possible for the best prices. Half days or full days available. They run locally at Merrow Infant School, Guildford. Visit muddybootscamps.co.uk for more info and to book.

Swim Safe School Crash Course

At Cranleigh Golf & Country Club from 2831 May. All ages and abilities welcome. Small group and private lessons available. For more information or to book on contact Jenn at swimsafeschool@btinternet.com

NSSport Holiday Activities

NSSport Holiday Activities for ages 4-11 are running at Brookwood Primary School (GU24 0HF) and Sythwood Primary School (GU21 3AX) during May half term. Their two programmes, NS Stars and NS Strikers, are led by a dedicated, enthusiastic, and highly qualified team and run from 8am-6pm. For further information and bookings visit www.nssport. co.uk or email enquiries@nssport.co.uk.

The Man In The Moon Drama Day Camps

Day camps run at Camelsdale School, Haslemere in May half term from 28-31 May. 10am-4pm with early drop off at 9am and late pick up at 5pm available. The daily workshops include improvisation, role-play, movement, drama games and crafts that fuel the imagination. For more details, check out themaninthemoon.co.uk.

Pitch Pals Football Camps

Football camps run in May half term on 28-30 May at Broadwater School, Godalming. All days run 9am-3.30pm (late pick-up and half-days available). Your child can expect a camp full of fun games, activities and tournaments suitable for all. Book at https://pitch-pals.classforkids.io

G Live

Pop Up, Dance Up - Youth Performance Project runs from Tues 28 – Fri 31 May 10am–3pm for ages 9-16. Learn and experience a rich mix of dance styles to produce an electrifying and high-energy dance to be performed as part of G Live’s Family Fun Day on Sat 6 July. Book online.

Children’s theatre

YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE

Guildford

Short Stories, Tall Tales: The Hare and the Tortoise Wed 15 May 11.30am & 1.30pm. For ages 0-4. Inventive and energetic retelling of one of the most famous of Aesop’s fables.

There’s A Monster In Your Show Fri 17 - Sun 19 May. A high-energy 50-minute adventure featuring lively original music, this show is the perfect introduction to live theatre. Based on Tom Fletcher’s beloved Who’s in Your Book? series.

Short Stories, Tall Tales: The Giraffe Who Wouldn’t Bath Wed 26 June 11.30am & 1.30pm.

An original tale for ages 0-4.

Family Fun This Summer & Beyond

There’s A Monster In Your Show

In The Night Garden Live Fri 19 - Sat 20 July. Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends are back in their fun-filled live show Igglepiggle’s Busy Day! For ages 1-4. The Gruffalo Fri 8 - Sun 10 Nov. Magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book for ages 3+.

G LIVE

Guildford

There’s A Monster In Your Show

YVONNE-ARNAUD.CO.UK

Don’t Panic! We Can Save The Planet Live! Sat 25 May 2pm. Comedy show for ages 6-11 for anyone who wants to swap being an Eco Worrier for being an Eco Warrior.

WiFi Wars

Sat 8 June 3pm (for age 6+) & 7pm (for age 12+). Live comedy game show where you all play along! Log in with your smartphone or tablet and compete in a range of games, puzzles and quizzes to win prizes!

Horrible Histories: Rotten Royals

Mon 19 Aug 1.30pm & 4.30pm. Horrible Histories is back with revolting rulers and mad monarchs from Britain’s barmy past!

The Lion Inside Tues 27 - Thurs 29 Aug. A heart-warming tale about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar.

CAMBERLEY THEATRE

Rapunzel

Sat 30 May 2.30pm. Packed with songs, dance routines and jokes. With an exciting opportunity to meet the characters after the show.

PAINSHILL PARK

Cobham

The Further Adventures of Doctor Dolittle

Thurs 30 May. Outdoor theatre. 5.30pm. For ages 5+.

DORKING HALLS

Fireman Sam: The Great Camping Adventure

Mon 27 May 12pm & 3.30pm. Comedy Club 4 Kids

Wed 29 May 2pm. For ages 6-12.

PRIOR HEATH SCHOOL

Camberley

National Festival Circus

Sat 8 June 1pm, 2.30pm & 4pm.

Traditional circus with fun for all the family, everyone welcome. There will also be summer fair stalls. Book on eventbrite.com.

MORDEN HALL PARK

Robin Hood

Wed 29 - Fri 31 May. Outdoor interactive theatre. Enjoy a thrilling trail through the Rose Garden to rescue Robin Hood, with challenges, riddles and puzzles along the way.

THE LEATHERHEAD THEATRE

Amazing Animals

Sun 26 May 2pm. For toddlers upwards. Music, comedy and amazing animal effects.

CRANLEIGH ARTS CENTRE

Supersonic Science Show

Wed 29 May 11am & 2pm. £12.

PRINCES HALL, Aldershot

Fireman Sam - The Great Camping Adventure

Thurs 30 May 12pm & 3.30pm.

Dinosaur Adventure LiveTrouble on Volcano Island

Mon 29 July 2pm & 4.30pm.

NEW VICTORIA THEATRE Woking

The Wizard of Oz Tues 7 - Sun 12 May. For ages 6+. Starring Strictly’s Craig Revel Horwood.

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

Wed 15 May - Sun 19 May.

Awful Auntie

Thurs 4 - Sat 6 July. David Walliams’ much loved book on stage.

Ministry of Science LIVEScience Saved The World

Sun 7 July 1.30pm. For age 6+.

The Lion Inside

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National Festival Circus