THE CALENDAR

22 & 23 JULY

THE WHITE HOUSE - OPEN GARDEN FOR NGS

Although our garden is compact and on several levels it is dominated by a beautiful very old oak tree. The garden is full of colour with interesting plants and grasses. Modern water feature and a few sculptures add interest and further enhance the garden.

The White House, Esher, Surrey

KT10 8LB

Every Saturday

JAZZ SATURDAYS

Listen to the sounds of Chi Jazz in the beautiful surroundings of RHS Garden Wisley. Hear them every Saturday from 10 June to 29 July, from 1pm to 4pm on Seven Acres Lawn in the Butterfly Lovers Pavilion. Even better, why not bring a picnic or purchase food at our Wisley Food Hall and enjoy a relaxing afternoon with all the family.

RHS Garden Wisley, Wisley Lane, Surrey GU23 6QB

6 August

WHITEHANGER - OPEN GARDEN FOR NGS

Set in 6 acres on the edge of the South Downs National Park surrounded by NT woodland, this rural garden was started in 2012 when a new Huf house was built on a derelict site. Now there are lawned areas with beds of perennials, a serenity pool with koi carp, a wildflower meadow, a Japanese garden, a sculpture garden, a woodland walk, a large rockery and an exotic walled garden. Pre-booking essential, please visit ngs.org.uk for information and booking.

Whitehanger, Haslemere, Surrey GU27 3PY

16 JULY

MUSIC IN THE PARK AT GODALMING BANDSTAND FEATURING GODALMING BAND

Our local Godalming Band entertain us. Bring your chairs and picnic. Ices and cold drinks, available in the park. 3pm to 5pm free concert, with voluntary collection. Bring your chairs and picnic

Godalming Bandstand, Phillips Memorial Park (by the river) Godalming, Surrey GU7 1ES

15 & 16 JULY

GUILDFORD CHEESE & CHILLI FESTIVAL

The Cheese & Chilli Festival is set to spice up the summer, with highlights including a chilli eating competition, food challenges, cooking demonstrations, family friendly entertainment and much, much more! The Cheese & Chilli Festival offers a fantastic family friendly, funfilled event. Spicing things up with all things cheese and chilli, the event will see a whole host of tasty treats, amazing entertainment and food competitions for those that can handle the heat. Enjoy arena displays, live demonstrations and more, there’s plenty to ensure everyone’s entertained.

Shalford Park, Shalford Road, Guildford, Surrey GU4 8BL

14-16 JULY

HASLEMERE WALKING FESTIVAL

This 3-day programme of walks will take you in and around Haslemere, through National Trust Heathlands and deep into the Surrey Hills AONB. There are so many beautiful areas to discover and explore with experienced walk leaders.

Haslemere Surrey GU27 2LA

29-30 JULY

FERN & CARNIVOROUS PLANTS SHOW

Two of our Plant Societies, Fern and Carnivorous, are joining us at RHS Garden Wisley, for displays of tender, garden and aquatic ferns. Come and explore the fascinating world of carnivorous plants from the UK and around the world.

RHS Garden Wisley, Wisley Lane, Surrey GU23 6QB

Until 5 August

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