EDITOR'S LETTER
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I hope this edition finds you well. Normally the autumn Out & About would be chock full of family days out and things to do. Sadly, many events have been postponed until 2021 but we are bringing you some exciting ones which are still happening however as with many things at the moment these are all subject to change.
Discover autumn’s abundance of edible plants and mushrooms with Wild Food UK. P12
Why not enjoy a burger at the newest restaurant to open on Banstead high street - the delicious Burger Club. P7
Discover unique and unusual gifts at Dorking’s artisan market. P21
With Halloween just around the corner, try your hand at our unusual pumpkin themed ideas and indulge yourself in our delicious pumpkin soup. P8-9 Bring a sense of summer into your home this autumn with lavender picked from our local fields. P10
At The Salt Box, sustainably minded cooks are dedicated to curating unique feasts over fire and bring us their latest cookery workshops. P16 Our regular landscaping feature inspires us to renew our driveway. P19 Indulge your sweet tooth this autumn with Haley Ryan from The Little Baking Project. P20
And why not experience local history, architecture and culture at Surrey’s Heritage Open Days. P24 Best wishes,
Amanda
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EDITOR’S TIPS MONSTER HERO SAFARI Dorking Scour the high streets of Dorking for cute and colourful MonsterHeroes as part of an innovative story-trail. Ten MonsterHeroes are displayed in shop windows. Armed only with smart phones, participants can discover each MonsterHero’s name, story, and superpowers as they progress. Once all 10 MonsterHeroes are located, a free e-book telling their story will be unlocked. £2 donation to NHS Charities Together 14 August 2020 - 30 September 2020 HALLOWEEN TRAIL Polesden Lacey Join in with the spooky fun of Halloween at Polesden Lacey, the National Trust Edwardian house and estate. During the October half term week, see if you and the
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whole family can find the animals, which only usually come out at night. Tickets: £3. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/polesden-lacey SPOOKTACULAR FUN Chessington World of Adventures Enjoy some spooky rides and attractions at Chessington over Halloween from 17 October 01 November. Or treat your family to a spooky short break and enjoy 2 frightfully fun days at the park. Rides and attractions subject to availability. www.chessington.com/explore/events/halloween
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