THE CALENDAR

Until 25 February

THE KINGSTON UPON THAMES WEDDING FAIR

This buzzing Wedding Fair will feature leading companies from South-West London and beyond; Wedding suppliers to cover every aspect of your wedding and those special extras that will help to make your day truly uniquely yours.

The DoubleTree by Hilton, 1 Skerne Road, Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey KT2 5FJ

STYLED BODIES: FASHION OF THE 1930S

The sophistication and glamour of the 1930s is explored in this exhibition of stunning garments from the Olive Matthews Collection, Chertsey Museum. Pieces include men’s women’s and children’s daywear and a wealth of women’s eveningwear and accessories. Many of the pieces have never been displayed before and include couture garments from celebrated designers such as Lanvin, Vionnet, Schiaparelli and Molyneux. Chertsey Museum, The Cedars, 33 Windsor Street, Chertsey, Surrey KT16 8AT

11 February

IRIS AND CYCLAMEN SHOW

For the first time, two of our popular early spring shows are combining for the first Plant Society show of 2023 in the wonderful RHS Hilltop event hall at RHS Garden Wisley. Visitors can enjoy rare collections and competition classes of early spring-flowering iris and cyclamen as well as a photographic exhibition, plants for sale and friendly experts on hand to answer your questions.

RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB

19 February

ANTIQUES AND VINTAGE MONTHLY MARKET

Selling a wide range of ceramics, glass, metalware, jewellery, stamps and coins, maps, paintings and prints, Art Deco, Retro and Vintage, smaller furniture, curios and collectibles. Established some 20 years and well advertised the market has a good mix of regular buyers and passing trade.

Milford Village Hall, Portsmouth Road, Surrey GU8 5DS

12 February

GATTON PARK - OPEN GARDEN FOR NGS

Historic 260 acre estate in the Surrey Hills AONB. Capability Brown parkland with ancient oaks. Discover the Japanese garden, Victorian parterre and breathtaking views over the lake.

Seasonal highlights inc displays of snowdrops and aconites in February.

Gatton Park, Reigate, Surrey RH2 0TW

18 February

THE WHISKEY AFFAIR: HASLEMERE

Do you enjoy whiskey? Would you like to discover more about it, but don’t know where to start? Do you like music? Do you like fun?

The Whiskey Affair is for you if you answered ‘Yes!’ to any of these questions!

Haslemere Hall, Bridge Road, Haslemere, Surrey GU27 6AS

25 February

GUILDFORD SEED BANK SEED SWAP

Guildford Seed Bank is holding its second Seed Swap. Entry is free to all, swapping is free, or if you have nothing to swap, contribute 50p per pack you take away. Bring your unwanted/ half-open seed packets or saved seed and swap them for something you do want. Children are welcome as there will be seed related activities to take part in.11am-2pm.

Zero, 14-16 Friary Street, Guildford Surrey GU1 4EH

11 February

JAZZ MUSIC EVENING

A relaxing evening of Jazz on piano and from our guest Saxophonist. Ticket price includes a glass of wine( or soft drink) plus Canapes. 7.30pm.. £10 each St Mary’s Church, Cuddington, Worcester Park. The Avenue, Surrey KT4 7HL

18 February

FREUD INSPIRED PAINTING WORKSHOP

In this workshop, participants will be introduced to Freud’s later working methods in oil paint. We will tour the exhibition and look at his colour palette and methods of paint application. Working from references from the exhibition, participants will then make a painting in oils. The Lightbox, Chobham Road, Woking, Surrey GU21 4AA

Until 25 February

FROM TIME II TIME

This exhibition showcases the numerous clocks, watches and timepieces housed at Chertsey Museum, many of which were also manufactured within the Borough of Runnymede.

Chertsey Museum, The Cedars, 33 Windsor Street, Chertsey, Surrey KT16 8AT

5 March

SURREY VILLAGES ART AND CRAFT FAIR

A craft fair featuring truly locally handmade items. There will be a varied selection of items for sale from local artists and craftspeople with an emphasis on local and handcrafted items.

Shere Village Hall, Gomshall Lane, Shere, Guildford, Surrey GU5 9HE