summer at farnham maltings

Look forward to a host of creative activities and live entertainment in Farnham throughout the summer holidays. From animation to DJ mixing and circus skills to craft sessions, there’ll be something for everyone!

box office: 01252 745444

Adults

Creative classes and workshops for those who want to learn a new skill, or simply have fun and meet new people.

Demeric School of Dance

Mon 17 April various times/prices

Adult tap, contemporary and ballet classes. Suitable for those with a serious interest in dance or just for fun and exercise. Find out more: info@demericdance.co.uk

Singing for the Mind

Mondays 1.30pm (refreshments), singing hour 2pm–3pm · £5 per session

A lively musical hour especially for people living with dementia and their carers. A chance to share memories and a love of songs in a friendly and welcoming environment. Supported by Right at Home GF.

Writing for Wellness

Mondays 15 May - 26 June 7pm-9pm · £36 for 6-week course farnham u3a various sessions throughout the year · £45 yearly membership

Join award-winning local novelist and therapist Joanna Barnard to explore how writing creatively can benefit your mental and emotional well-being. Suitable for adults of all ages and experience.

No longer in full time employment? Join u3a to meet new people and enjoy a wide variety of topics from architecture to current affairs, quizzes to crosswords, and cycling to jazz. Find out more at farnhamu3a.org.uk book online: farnhammaltings.com

Farnham Men in Sheds

Tuesdays & Thursdays 10am-1pm · free

A chance for anyone who enjoys making and repairing in the outdoors to get involved with small community projects. Meeting twice weekly in the beautiful grounds of space2grow, next to Bishop’s Meadow.

The Arts Society Farnham

Tuesday 16 May & 20 June 10.30am-11.30am · free for Society members, guests £7 (pay on the door)

The Arts Society is a leading arts education charity with a global network of over 380 local societies. The monthly events provide expect lecturers sharing their specialist knowledge about the arts. For further details visit theartssocietyfarnham.org.uk.

Nimble Fingers

Tuesdays 10.30am-12.30pm · free

A friendly, free knitting and crochet drop-in for beginners and experienced hands alike. Bring your own project or we’ll provide something; you’ll make new friends and find fresh, woolly inspiration.

Book Club

3rd Tuesday of the month (no August meeting) 8pm · free Come and discuss a wide range of books and authors at our well-established and friendly book club. New members are always welcome. For more information contact Gerald Turner: grtservices123@gmail.com

Farnham Creatives’ Network

Tue 09 May & Thu 22 June 7pm-9pm · free box office: 01252 745444

A friendly social group providing local creatives with an opportunity to meet in a relaxed setting. Enjoy getting to know each other over a drink, whilst sharing ideas and experiences. All welcome, no need to book. Held in the Riverside Café, Farnham Maltings.

Over 55s Dance Workshops with New Adventures

Wednesdays 10 May, 14 June & 12 July 2pm-4pm · £10 per class

Delve into the work of Matthew Bourne’s award-winning company, New Adventures and get your bodies moving in our fun and creative dance workshops. Subsidised places are available for those who may find cost prohibitive, contact office@new-adventures.net.

Ukulele Workshops

Thursdays 20 April – 13 July (no session 01 June)

Beginners 10am-11.30am, £150 for 12 sessions; Improvers 11.30am-1pm, £12 per session For beginners and improvers of any age. Learn in a friendly environment and have a lot of fun. You don’t need any prior musical knowledge to play. You will need your own ukulele.

Comedy Improv Drop-In

Thursdays 04 May - 27 July 7pm-9pm · pay what you can

Learn the basics of improvised comedy with internally renowned teacher, Chris Mead. A friendly community, a different topic each week and, above all, a chance to laugh and have fun. ChrisMead.co

Carers Coffee Break

1st Friday of the month 10am–12pm · free

A casual meet up for carers and former carers, to have a cuppa, a chat, and get creative. Supported by Action for Carers, pop in for 15 minutes or stay for the full 2 hours.

Meditation: Freedom of Letting Go

Sat 13 May 10.30am-1pm · £25 book online: farnhammaltings.com

Experience the freedom of letting go at this meditation course with Buddhist nun, Gen Nyingpo. Learn meditation and positive thinking to let go of the past, stress, worry and feelings of frustration. For ages 18+.