FROM THE EDITOR

With hosts of golden daffodils, goslings around the lake and a scattering of snowdrops, the landscape at Painshill comes to life in spring. It is a wonderful time to visit to soak up the stronger sun and take in the beautiful views. Why not treat your mother this Mothering Sunday? Painshill are serving a scrumptious afternoon tea that includes entry in the landscape.

Surrey Hills International Music Festival (formerly Investec International Music Festival) is delighted to announce the programme for its 2023 season. Each spring, Surrey Hills International Music Festival (SHIMF) brings world-class musicians to perform in beautiful and unique venues across the Surrey Hills. Following 2022’s focus on Vaughan Williams and his Surrey connections, this season’s programme celebrates the wider world of international music-making, from Hollywood jazz to European chamber masterworks and contemporary British choral music.

Celebrate the start of spring with local food, drink, music, art and crafts at the first Surrey Hills Spring Festival being held at the Rural Life Living Museum in Tilford.

Taking place from 10am to 5pm on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 March, this vibrant day out will capture the imaginations of the whole family, promising a wide range of activities, entertainment and stalls for visitors of all ages to enjoy.

Faye Manning Editor

EDITOR FAYE MANNING

EDITOR ASSISTANT KATIE MILLER

SUB EDITOR NICHOLAS PETER

FASHION EDITOR HAZEL ENGLANDER

ACCOUNT MANAGER ANITA HILL

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Events At Denbies Estate

FOOD & WINE MATCHING EXPERIENCE

The Vineyard Restaurant provides the perfect location to enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the wine estate. With a rare opportunity to taste the wines produced from grapes within reaching distance.

Until 15 March

SPARKLING AFTERNOON TEA

Traditional afternoon tea served in the Vineyard Restaurant offering sweeping views across the estate served with a flight of Sparkling wines. Includes tea and coffee.

Fridays and weekends

CHEESE & WINE MAKING EXPERIENCE

Norbury Blue cheese made locally in the Surrey Hills. You will learn about the cheese making process and return to Denbies for lunch. Denbies WSET wine expert will host your afternoon on wine styles, wine, and cheese pairing.

23 March

All at Denbies Wine Estate, London Road, Surrey RH5 6AA