Primary Times in Surrey - CHRISTMAS 2022

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ALL THE NEWS FROM YOUR LOCAL SCHOOLS

Your

11+ questions, answered!

What form do the exams take?

What is the 11+ and who sits it?

An academic exam taken by Year 6 pupils for entry into Grammar and selective independent schools. For Grammar, these are typically taken between September and November. Independent schools – usually December / January time.

There are exams set directly by schools themselves as well as consortium exams. The latter usually gives access to a number of schools. Candidates can expect Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning and Non-verbal Reasoning. Timings vary, but students are usually given 45-50 minutes to complete the paper

When should we start preparing?

Start prepping from Year 3 if possible! 20 minutes a day is about right. Do focus on reading and discussing what’s been read – this will really help develop

vocabulary that will be required during the writing part of the exam. If you think you need it, start looking at tutoring from Year 4 or 5.

What are the deadlines?

They differ depending on whether you are going down the Private or Grammar route. Child in year 5? Exam date 2023 or child in Year 4, then we’re looking at 2024. Do register for open days and events so you keep on top of deadlines. Understand which schools have strict catchment areas, as well as deadlines for forms

and applications via your local council website.

I’d like to know more!

Join our FREE 11+ online masterclass on 15th September at 7.30pm. We’ll be taking parents through the do’s, the don’ts and the deadlines. Just text ‘Masterclass’ to 0794 926 8242 to sign up.

Peepal Tree Learning is a Surrey-based academic tutoring provider offering 1:1 and group lessons across the region. Call 0794 926 8242 or visit peepaltreelearning.com

Developing potential for life

St. Andrew’s School was founded in 1937 and is a respected and thriving coeducational Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep School, set in 11 acres of grounds near Woking town centre.  St. Andrew’s creates a nurturing and happy environment in which all pupils are encouraged and enabled to develop their potential to the full.

At St. Andrew’s children feel secure and confident and are highly motivated to perform to the best of their ability in all aspects of school life.  Above all, children make friends for life, leaving as confident wellrounded young people ready for their education ahead. Children are prepared for entrance and

scholarship exams to a wide range of independent senior schools and there are specialist teaching facilities for all subjects including science, ICT, music, food technology and art. The curriculum is broad and the school places great emphasis on music, sport and the arts. In our latest ISI Inspection we were proud to be rated ‘excellent’ in all areas.

St. Andrew’s has excellent on-site facilities and our latest building development project has provided us with a fantastic tiered seating theatre, food technology room, library, changing rooms and classrooms. Our impressive outdoor facilities include an astro, sports pitches, tennis courts, cricket nets and a swimming pool.

Don’t just take our word for it, come and visit the school to see for yourself! We have three open days, one per term, but you are also welcome to visit the school at other times. See our website for further details: www.st-andrews.woking.sch.uk

HELP YOU NEED in the heart of your community

MagiKats has always brought high-quality learning and support to local families, but without invading people’s homes! Our first groups of students (almost twenty years ago) worked around a kitchen table; we keep that small group mentality to this day. MagiKats provides family-style support for maths and English in small, friendly groups at communitybased workshops. Now, more than ever, we see this as an important part of what we offer local children.

The last two years have been hard on everyone - not least children and their learning. Some have thrived but lacked consistency, some struggled but found new strengths: one thing is obvious to us - almost all students currently need a boost. Now is the time for us to move back closer to the families we serve, returning to friendly, welcoming, familiar places where students feel

secure and supported. We have moved firmly back to basics – offering workshops with a family-feel, close to home.

MagiKats gives National Curriculum support and extension, alongside essential core skill practice. Harder, workshop material is worked together to help students understand topics and then extend their skills. This happens in small, tutor-led groups with a mixture of worksheets, group discussion, and handson activities. Work on basics for each individual is brought together, to be completed at home - building the speed and confidence to help with harder, applied work.

Whether starting school or preparing for entrance exams or GCSEs, we are there to help! To find out more please call 01483 667795, email jan@magikats.com or visit www.magikats.co.uk.

SANTA’S MAGICAL WINTER WOODLAND GROTTO

Belfry Shopping Centre. The grotto will be open every day until Christmas Eve. This year donations made at the Grotto will support the wonderful Stripey Stork charity, Redhill’s local ‘baby bank’ helping thousands of families throughout our community.  The visit, including a small gift, remains at just £5 per child. There will also be the option to purchase souvenir

UNTIL 08 JANUARY PAINSHILL FESTIVE HEROES TRAIL

Join Painshill this Christmas for a statue trail in the landscape full of some very super surprises. Massive presents have been scattered around the gardens and inside the presents are some larger than life characters you might just recognise. Go in search for Superman, watch out

for Wonder Woman, hunt for Hulk and see if you can spot Spiderman. Explore the gardens of Painshill and the magical Crystal Grotto while you visit. The statue trail will be accompanied by an activity book available to purchase. 10am–4pm

1ST TUES OF EVERY MONTH GUILDFORD FARMERS’ MARKET

Guildford High Street. Take a trip to the Farmer’s Market which takes place on the first Tuesday of every month. Buy High quality fresh local produce directly from over 50 local farmers and producers at Guildford’s monthly Farmers’ Market, held in the historic cobbled High Street. From 10.30am to 3.30pm in Guildford High Street.

3RD FRI OF EVERY MONTH WATTS TOTS

Watts Gallery, Down Lane, Compton, GU3 1DQ. Booking required A multisensory Early Years programme. Join us to explore art and nature through storytelling, music, movement and making, inspired by a different artwork each month. £5 per child | Friends £4.50 per child. www.wattsgallery.org.uk

ACTIVITY THURSDAYS

Rural Life Vintage Revival. Rural Life Living Museum Reeds Road, Tilford, Farnham, Surrey GU10 2DL Our Activity Thursdays offer a fun-filled whole day out for the family. There are plenty of activities to take part in and demonstrations to see. We like to take you back in time when enjoying family fun together didn’t involve a screen. Activities vary each week, However, our favourites remain constant – such as spinning and weaving demonstrations, wood turning demonstrations, making air propelled rockets, learning about Victorian schooling in our ‘tin hut’ classroom, doing the laundry with our hand pump and wooden dollies, free guided walks with our RSPB friends on the reserve next door, and ceramic painting with Glazy days (addition costs apply for Glazy days painting) to name a few.

01 – 31 DECEMBER

FIND CAMBERLEY’S

Stagecoach Camberley &

Stagecoach Camberley & Yateley offer fun, engaging, exciting Performing Arts classes designed for 4 to 18 year olds, with children split by age into small groups. No two lessons are the same as students enjoy experiencing a wide variety of performance skills and styles in Dance, Drama & Singing

Students make friends, build confidence, work on shows for friends & family, with opportunities to perform in the West End & in local theatresevery child is encouraged to be the best version of

Yateley

themselves in a creative, happy environment.

Offering 2 week trials for January 2023 – why not come along and see what it’s all about. We look forward to meeting you!

These fun and friendly performing arts classes operate at Yateley School, Fridays 4.45-6.15pm (age 4-6) and 5-8pm (age 6-18) and Saturday mornings 9-10.30am / 10.45-12.15pm (ages 4-6 ) and 101pm ( Ages 6-18) at Kings College International School, Camberley. Email camberley@stagecoach.co.uk to find out more!

online in advance at redhillbelfry.co.uk

CHRISTMAS REINDEER

Camberley Town Centre, Camberley. Find all of our reindeer around the town and write down the letter on its collar. Once you’ve found all 8 reindeer work out

the festive word and post in the ballot boxes in The Square & The Atrium! You can download our help sheet once the competition begins! Once you complete the form you could be in with a chance of winning one of our five Love Camberley Gift Cards we are offering! Competition ends 31st December 2022.

03 DECEMBER

FAMILY CHRISTMAS DECORATION MAKING

Gatton Park. Children 5+ years Create your own Christmas wreath and Christmas decorations under expert guidance, using the natural materials found in Gatton Park. 10am-12pm. £35 for one adult and child. Additional children £10. gattonpark.co.uk

03 - 24 DECEMBER

FATHER CHRISTMAS GROTTO AT GODSTONE FARM

Godstone Farm, Tilburstow Hill Rd, Godsrone, Surrey, RH9 8LX. Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas at Godstone Farm without Father Christmas in his enchanted woodland Grotto. He’ll be chatting to little ones, finding out what they want for Christmas and keeping careful notes with his helpful Elves.

03 & 04 DECEMBER

SANTA SPECIAL OPEN DAY

Every year Santa visits the farm at Miller’s Ark, and this year he is coming back for 2 special days, so no small people miss him at the farm. millersark.co.uk

MEET FATHER CHRISTMAS IN SURREY’S SECRET GROTTO

The Garden, Downside Road, Cobham, KT11 3LY. Father Christmas will be meeting children in his Alpine grotto, with his elves and reindeer on hand to add to the magic of Christmas. Included in the cost of your tickets; real reindeer petting, face painting, and gingerbread decorating. Families are invited to book a two-hour session at Surrey’s Secret Grotto. You’re welcome to arrive at any time during your time slot and one of Santa’s elves will be on hand to check you in and direct you to our grotto, where you will be allocated a time slot. Each child will have the opportunity to spend some time with Santa, give him their letters, have a chat and adults may take unlimited photos and videos on their own mobile phones. You will then be given an age-appropriate present from the big man himself to keep you going until the big day. Each child who wants to meet Santa will require a

ticket. Tickets are priced at £30 per child and include a gift from Santa, adult tickets are priced at £10 per ticket and include a hot chocolate or mulled wine!

HAMPER WITH SANTA AT DENBIES

Denbies Wine Estate. Enjoy an afternoon tea hamper hosted by Santa to include a delicious selection of Santa’s favourite treats! £16.95 per adult includes a cream tea. £16.95 per child includes items mini sandwich selection, Reindeer gingerbread, Rudolph’s carrots and cream cheese dip, Mr Snowman snowballs, a Christmas lollipop and… a gift from Santa. www.denbies.co.uk/fc-events/hamperwith-santa/

DENBIES SANTA EXPRESS  Denbies Wine Estate. Join us for an extra special ride on Santa’s Express train which includes; A special ”passport” from Santa, a ride through the vineyard on the Santa Express with Santa himself, a gift from Santa’s elves at the end of your ride. Early booking advised. Different time slots available. £15.95 per child which includes a gift from Santa. £9.95 per adult which includes a mince pie (CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT). All children require a ticket and will receive a gift

04 DECEMBER

SANTA’S WINTER WELLY WALK

Gatton Park. Enjoy an elfy winter walk around beautiful Gatton Park. Stop off along the way to make a willow star decoration and follow the Christmas trail around the lake. Then whittle a stick with Santa to cook a marshmallow over the fire. 12pm to 4pm. £8 ticket per adult, includes one child. Additional children £3 to pay at the entrance. gattonpark.co.uk

HEAD2HEAD’S SEASONAL SENSORY

PANTO - BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Drewshearne Barn, Crowhurst Lane End, Oxted, Surrey RH8 9NT. A magical MultiSensory Pantomime and created especially for children and families with SEND/ disabilities but accessible to everyone. A traditional tale accessible to all age’s 0-adult . Touring Surrey, Sussex, South west London, and Buckinghamshire this Christmas from 26 November to 19 December.All shows are Makaton signed and there is a Chill-Out Zone available for anyone requiring a break. Shows are lined up twice daily (11.15am and 2pm). Tickets are priced from £5-£8 per person (which includes an advance show pack). Head2Head Sensory Theatre

Christmas sparkle in Surrey with the National Trust

The nights are drawing in, it’s getting colder, and Christmas isn’t far away. Which means it’s time to get into the festive spirit – and there’s no better way than visiting the National Trust in Surrey.

New for 2022, The Snowman™ is at Winkworth Arboretum this Christmas. Relive the magic of Raymond Briggs’ heart-warming picture book on a wintry woodland trail for all the family.

Polesden Lacey’s sumptuous house is dressed at its Christmas best, with glittering displays showing the 12 Days of Christmas. While Hatchlands Park is decorated for a traditional country Christmas.

Set a date to come together with family and friends for a Christmassy catch-up.

Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/surrey

© National Trust Images, James Dobson

is a special needs charity at the forefront of creating inclusive theatre opportunities for children and young people with a wide range of disabilities. h2hsensorytheatre. com/live-panto/

SURREY VILLAGES

CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR

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

Villages craft fairs are held once a month on a Sunday in Shere Village Hall. Our fairs host a selection of crafts from local artists and craftspeople – we only allow handmade items to be sold at the fair. The fairs are free entry and there is free parking close to the venue. We make sure there is a variety of crafts and do not more than two tables with the same type of craft.

CHRISTMAS KALEIDOSCOPES

Watts Gallery, Down Lane, Compton, GU3

1DQ. Join us for a magical Make Space creating crafty kaleidoscopes to colour the wintery season more brightly! www. wattsgallery.org.uk

FATHER CHRISTMAS

Watts Gallery, Down Lane, Compton, GU3

1DQ. Gather around with your family in George and Mary’s home to meet our

Victorian Father Christmas. Listen in to him sharing a magical story and join in for a festive sing-a-long. www.wattsgallery.org.uk

STORYTELLING

Watts Gallery, Down Lane, Compton, GU3

1DQ. Cosy up in our Dreams and Stories exhibition to listen to a colourful story, bringing one of the paintings to life. www. wattsgallery.org.uk

09 DECEMBER

SANTA’S MAGICAL GIFT

Dorking Halls, Reigate Road, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 1SG. Holly & Trixie the Elves are busy decorating Santa’s workshop in the lead up to Christmas, cutting out beautiful snowflakes from white paper. Holly reveals Lapland’s biggest secret, that once a year Santa sends a magical gift to one person who most deserves it. It is said to be the greatest gift of all but nobody knows what it is. There are original songs as well as Christmas classics such as Deck The Halls, The 12 Days of Christmas and Jingle Bells. The perfect festive treat for your little one! Estimated run time: 50 minutes (no interval) | Recommended age: 3+ Children Tickets: £15.50 (includes gift) | Adult Tickets: £11.50 | Groups of 10 or more: £10.60-14.20 from 4pm until 5pm.

10 DECEMBER

BACH TO BABY

Farnham Upper Church Lane Farnham Surrey GU9 7PW. Magical music, festive frolics, sparkles and spices, oh my! Grab your family, harness up your fastest reindeer and meet us at a Bach to Baby concert for the perfect prelude to the holiday season! Bach to Baby is the acclaimed concert series for the whole family to enjoy together. Featuring outstanding musicians and exhilarating performances in inspiring venues right on your doorstep. Programme for this concert date will be announced shortly. www.bachtobaby.com/eupdates

CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT

St Martin’s Church, Epsom, Surrey, KT17 4PX. A one-hour early-evening concert of music by Benjamin Britten, Herbert Howells, John Joubert, John Rutter, Will Todd and Ralph Vaughan Williams with favourite party pieces and carols for choir and audience. Tickets: £14 on the day, £12 in advance, Under 18s free. www.epsomchamberchoir.org.uk

10 & 11 DECEMBER

CHRISTMAS

IN THE WOODS

Nower Wood Educational Nature Reserve - Visitors by appointment only. Mill Way Leatherhead KT22 8QA. Our ever-popular

Christmas magic returns this year with a self-guided trail of festive fun through the woods! You will follow a trail amongst the trees with exciting activities for little ones along the way. As well as a Christmas adventure through the woods, enjoy a marshmallow toasted on the fire and visit our woodland grotto to meet our very special guest.... and if you’ve been very good this year, there might even be a small present to take home! All activities will be outdoors so dress warmly with lots of layers and waterproofs just in case! Choose one of the 2 hour time slots (morning or afternoon session) which includes time for the walk and activities. Booking is essential, and children must be accompanied by an adult (maximum of 2 adults per family). The activities are aimed at 3-10 year olds, and are not suitable for under 3 year olds.

SANTA TRAINS

Leatherhead Miniature Railway Mill Lane Leatherhead, KT22 9UT. We look forward to welcoming you to our miniature railway. We are open from 11am to 4pm on our running dates, even if the weather is bad. All Rides still £2 per person. (Multi-ride CONTINUED OVER THE PAGE

discount tickets 6 rides for £10). Children under two years of age can travel free but must be accompanied. Card payments are accepted, we take all major debit and credit cards except American Express. There is no advanced booking. Tickets to be purchased on the day at our Booking Office. 11am-4pm. £2.

DENBIES SANTA EXPRESS

Denbies Wine Estate. Join us for an extra special ride on Santa’s Express train which includes; A special ”passport” from Santa, a ride through the vineyard on the Santa Express with Santa himself, a gift from Santa’s elves at the end of your ride. Early booking advised. Different time slots available. £15.95 per child which includes a gift from Santa. £9.95 per adult which includes a mince pie (CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT). All children require a ticket and will receive a gift

11 DECEMBER

PARENT & CHILD CHRISTMAS

GINGERBREAD BISCUITS

Victorias Kitchen, Mayford Green, Woking, GU22. Make some beautiful Christmas cookies from scratch with your little one. Choose your cutters, and we’ll help you do the rest!

CHRISTMAS KALEIDOSCOPES

Watts Gallery, Down Lane, Compton, GU3 1DQ. Join us for a magical Make Space creating crafty kaleidoscopes to colour the wintery season more brightly! www.wattsgallery.org.uk

FATHER CHRISTMAS

Watts Gallery, Down Lane, Compton, GU3 1DQ. Meet our Victorian Father Christmas. Listen in to him sharing a magical story and join in for a festive sing-a-long. www.wattsgallery.org.uk

16 - 23 DECEMBER

HAMPER WITH SANTA AT DENBIES

Denbies Wine Estate. Enjoy an afternoon tea hamper hosted by Santa to include a delicious selection of Santa’s favourite treats! £16.95 per adult includes a cream tea. £16.95 per child includes items mini sandwich selection, Reindeer gingerbread, Rudolph’s carrots and cream cheese dip, Mr Snowman snowballs, a Christmas lollipop and… a gift from Santa. www.denbies.co.uk

16 – 24 DECEMBER

THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS AT THE HARLEQUIN THEATRE

Harlequin Theatre, Redhill Warwick Quadrant, REDHILL, Surrey, RH1 1NN. A magical family show with songs, Santa and Daisy the elf, performed in our

Waller Studio.. When Woody and Milly go to sleep on Christmas Eve, magical things start to happen. Is that an Elf the children can see? Are those reindeer bells they can hear?? Surely it can’t really be Santa delivering presents??! An unforgettable adventure full of magic, mischief and festive fun awaits! See the wonder of Christmas unfold in this brand new production for 3-8 year olds featuring plenty of audience interaction, classic Christmas songs and of course the enchanting presence of Santa Claus himself live on stage! Get £5 off per ticket to the pantomime when you also book for The Night Before Christmas! Offer excludes panto performances on 24 & 26 December. Only applicable for the same number and type of tickets purchased for The Night Before Christmas.

17 DECEMBER

CONCERT - FESTIVE FAVOURITES G Live, London Road Guildford GU1 2AA. Celebrate the approach of Christmas with our ever-popular ‘Festive Favourites’, a joyful afternoon of carols and Christmas music. There will be many of your favourite traditional carols for all the family to join in, a few sparkling new seasonal settings and Guildford Choral and the children from Ash

Manor Concert Choir will be joined by the brilliance of Southern Pro Musica Brass. And we have heard from his chief elf that Father Christmas already has the concert firmly in his busy Christmas diary too

KIDS CRAFT: TEXTILES PLAY

Cranleigh Arts. 3-5 years 9:30am10:30am. 6+ years 10:30am-11:30am.

TEXTILES PLAY: Claire and Emma have collected together a wonderful box of textile materials to explore! Dive in and create a beautiful xmas decoration to take home as a gift. cranleigharts.org/event/ kids-craft-textiles-play/

17 - 21 DECEMBER

CHRISTMAS KALEIDOSCOPES

Watts Gallery, Down Lane, Compton, GU3 1DQ. Join us for a magical Make Space creating crafty kaleidoscopes to colour the wintery season more brightly! www.wattsgallery.org.uk

18 DECEMBER

HEAD2HEAD’S SEASONAL SENSORY

PANTO - BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

St Lawrence Church Hall, Browns Lane, Effingham. A magical Multi-Sensory Pantomime and created especially for

children and families with SEND/disabilities but accessible to everyone. A traditional tale accessible to all age’s 0-adult. Touring Surrey, Sussex, South west London, and Buckinghamshire this Christmas from 26 November to 19 December.All shows are Makaton signed and there is a Chill-Out Zone available for anyone requiring a break Shows are lined up twice daily (11.15am and 2pm). Tickets are priced from £5-£8 per person (which includes an advance show pack). Book online h2hsensorytheatre.com/ live-panto/ Head2Head Sensory Theatre is a special needs charity at the forefront of creating inclusive theatre opportunities for children and young people with a wide range of disabilities.

FATHER CHRISTMAS

Watts Gallery, Down Lane, Compton, GU3 1DQ. Gather around with your family in George and Mary’s home to meet our Victorian Father Christmas. Listen in to him sharing a magical story and join in for a festive sing-a-long. www.wattsgallery.org.uk

SURREY POLICE BAND

Normandy Village Hall, Glaziers Lane Normandy, GU3 2DD. Our ever popular Christmas concerts feature all your festive favourites, plus plenty of new

arrangements and carols – bring along your best voices! Our fantastic fundraising raffle will be back, with brilliant prizes donated by local businesses, and we might even get a visit from Father Christmas! Our bar will open from 30 minutes prior to each performance, where you will be able to purchase mulled wine. A range of soft drinks will also be available. Tickets: £8.00 adults, £5.00 under 16s, free under 5s. www.makingmusic.org.uk

19 DECEMBER

A CHRISTMAS CONCERT

We are delighted to welcome Rogue Opera to The Mill this December, with their quartet of professional singers and pianist, when they will bring their passion and talent to the magic of Christmas. In this new show from Rogue Opera come on a journey with the performers as they rediscover the joy of the season through the power of music. Featuring Christmas songs such as ‘I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas’ and ‘Merry Christmas Everyone’, bst-loved carols for audience sing-a-longs including ‘Once in Royal David’s City’ ‘Silent Night’ and ‘Come All Ye Faithful’, and a selection of beautiful classical pieces, this will be an evening filmed with warmth, laughter and music

to infuse you with the spirit of Christmas!

A Christmas Concert is suitable for all ages. www.designmynight.com

THE CHRISTMASSY CHRISTMAS SHOW OF CHRISTMASSY CHRISTMASNESS

Cranleigh Arts. The Christmassy Christmas Show of Christmassy Christmasness! is an over-stuffed stocking of seasonal surprises crammed with puppets, songs, quizzes and comedy, and over-flowing with crazy characters, silly slapstick, tall tales and fantastic facts – all presented in that unique Squashbox Theatre style! cranleigharts.org

20 DECEMBER

CHRISTMAS KRINGLE PLAY EVENT

Ebbisham Sports Club, Eastway, Epsom, Surrey. KT19 8SG. Your little one will love learning through play at our Christmas themed play event. Each station has been specifically tailored for your little ones learning development milestones through: Fiddly Fingers- fine motor skills Imagination Station - Exploring through Sensory play Cognitive development

Please note: Tickets are limited Book now: www.little-minds.co.uk

GREAT EXPECTATIONS

A Family Brush Party is suitable for everyone! Bring your little artist to the Tuesday afternoon event and paint our fantastic ‘Great Expectations’ pic! Our artist will walk you and your family through creating your masterpiece. You’ll be delighted as your blank canvas transforms in less than 2 hours. Our events are well paced, family friendly and only £20 per canvas. For example, if you’re sharing a canvas together then only 1 ticket is required, but if you would like to paint individually then a ticket is required per person for their own canvas. There is a discount for families with more than one painter – £17 each for two and £15 each for three or more. You don’t need to bring anything apart from yourself! brushparty.co.uk/events

24 DECEMBER

FATHER CHRISTMAS NEEDS A WEE! G Live, London Road Guildford GU1 2AA. At every house Father Christmas eats and drinks the tasty treats that have been left for him. But when he reaches number ten he realises that he’s forgotten to do something rather important and he really,

Airhop Trampoline Park Guildford

during 2-hour After Dark sessions.

AGuildford offers a whopping 30,000 square feet of space to hop, to party, as well as to relax and watch from the much bigger café area.

There are over 50 interconnected trampolines that span right across the floor and up the walls on the Main Court including a tumbling lane– as well as their AR Trampolines, Extreme Dodge Attack, AirBag, slack line and Slam Dunk.

Open Jump sessions offer access to all areas for anyone aged 4+ years, on Friday & Saturday evenings, the disco lights are turned on and the music up

Younger bounce enthusiasts (ages 6 months up to 6 years old) can explore the park in a safe and fun environment during their MiniHopper sessions. There will also be extra toys, ride-ons, visit of a special guest with fun bubble time at the end.

Groups welcome – no matter if it’s a school trip, scouts day out or corporate team building, AirHop can cater for groups up to 140 people.  Youth groups can now even book sleepovers and gain sleepover as well as bounce badges!

Give the gift of jumping joy with their Gift Bag and gift vouchers.

For more information and to book head to www.airhop-guildford.com or call 0330 223 3333.

really, really needs a WEE! TaleGate Theatre Productions hit the perfect combination of witty humour, fantastic music and the extra sparkle for which they have become known in this fabulously funny and brilliantly bouncy musical adaptation of Nicholas Allan’s much loved book. This is a forty-five minute production followed by a meet and greet with the big man himself where the children will receive a Christmas present.

28 - 31 DECEMBER

THE MAKE SPACE: TWINKLY TEALIGHTS

Watts Gallery, Down Lane, Compton, GU3 1DQ. Light up the end of December by creating a delicate, colourful tealight holder with reused jars www.wattsgallery.org.uk

01 JANUARY

NEW YEAR’S DAY CLASSIC GATHERING

Brooklands Museum. Everybody is welcome to join us at what is probably the largest New Year’s Day Classic Vehicle Gathering in the UK. With over 1,000 Classic vehicles displayed on site, live music and a winter barbeque and other additional food outlets, there will be something for everybody amongst the vast and diverse displays of classics all descending on Brooklands to kick start 2023 in style. Gates open at 9am and Museum buildings and displays are open from 10am-4pm.

11 & 18 JANUARY

OPEN REHEARSALS

Central Farnham. Farnham Youth Choir will be holding free open rehearsals for all three of its choirs at 5.15pm. All children in school years 2 and above are welcome. No prior singing experience is necessary. www.FYC.org.uk/joinus

Kick off your Christmas at the Belfry

Santa’s magical Winter Woodland Grotto is open from Saturday 19th November at 11am. You can book your tickets online in advance at redhillbelfry.co.uk/grotto-booking-2022

The visit, including a small gift, remains at just £5 per child. There will also be the option to purchase souvenir photographs. From 2nd December, the grotto will be open every day until Christmas Eve. This year donations made at the Grotto will support the wonderful Stripey Stork charity, Redhill’s local ‘baby bank’ helping thousands of families throughout our community. www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/santa-stork-2022

Stripey Stork’s Santa Stork campaign is also being supported with a Christmas Gift Drop-Off Point in the Centre to make sure no child thinks that Santa has forgotten them this year. Donate selection boxes, bags of chocolate gold coins and new unopened toiletry gift sets to help make sure every child in our community gets a gift from Santa.

Prize Elf Hunt

For the chance to win an amazing £100 Belfry shopping voucher in time for Christmas, join in the Belfry’s fun Elf Hunt to find all of Santa’s cheeky elves

hidden around shops at the Centre during November and December!

Late night shopping

The Belfry’s spectacular Christmas lights and seasonal music will bring a festive sparkle to your shopping right up to the Christmas Eve, with late night shopping until 6pm and 7pm as the big day gets closer. Visit redhillbelfry. co.uk for all store opening hours.

Charity gift wrapping – throughout November and December

Don’t have time to wrap gifts? Not the best at wrapping? Get those gifts for your loved ones beautifully wrapped at the Belfry with all donations going towards helping the wonderful work of a number of local charities.

And with Christmas choir and charity gift wrapping day on Saturday 3rd Decemberand Christmas Carols on Sunday 11th December at 6.30pm there’s no better way to get into the festive spirit.

For more about everything going on at the Belfry this Christmas, Santa’s Grotto opening hours, booking information, and full store opening hours, visit www.redhillbelfry.co.uk

BOX OFFICE

ALL THE VERY BEST THEATRE, ARTS AND FILM NEAR YOU

Farnham Maltings

17 – 24 December

Looking for the perfect festive treat? Then come along and experience all the magic and excitement of The Night Before Christmas! On Christmas Eve, a little mouse called Eddie can’t understand why only humans are allowed presents, so he sets off in search of Father Christmas to find out. Along the way he dodges the family cat, gets directions from a toy robot and is given some unexpected advice from a magical fairy. Will Eddie get an answer? Will Emily get her wish? And what is that funny-shaped present sitting under the tree? This wonderful production is full of fun and excitement, with catchy songs and lots of audience participation.

The Night Before Christmas is the latest production from Big Wooden Horse, creators of the hit shows Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, The Way Back Home, Monstersaurus and Aliens Love Underpants. Great for families with children aged 3-7 as a Christmas treat. £12 age guidance.  3-7 years & families duration.  55 mins (no interval) 19 December

ARTBOX CHRISTMAS CARDS AND DECORATIONS: 6-16 YEARS

Artbox is running this one-day workshop for young creative minds. Have a fun day learning how to create and design a collection of unique Christmas cards and Christmas decorations using watercolours and mixed media.. Get the opportunity to explore and experiment, introducing you to a variety of new techniques and materials. All materials are provided. £60 Ages 6-16 years 10am-3pm

New Victoria Theatre 020 7206 1174

2 - 31 December

CINDERELLA

Starring comedy legend, musical theatre, television, Strictly and soap star Brian Conley, Cinderella will be packed with all the traditional pantomime ingredients Woking audiences expect. Cinderella will feature laugh-out-loud comedy, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses. Join Cinders as she goes from rags to riches, outwits her very wicked sisters and meets her dashing Prince Charming. Tickets from £13.

Rhoda McGaw Theatre 020 7206 1174

20 - 31 December

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Established in 2015, Dickens Theatre Company are dedicated to inspiring and motivating audiences, developing excitement for classic literature in

audiences old and new. And what better classic literature adaptation to see out the year than A Christmas Carol?  Tickets available from £18.15

Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre 01483 44 00 00

3 December -  8 January

JACK AND THE BEANSTALK IT’S GOING TO BE A GIANT LOAD OF FI-FI-FO-FUN! Another festive family pantomime is sprouting from the Yvonne Arnaud’s stage! Jack makes a moo-ving sacrifice and bids farewell to his beloved cow in return for a magical bean-tacular investment, which has giant consequences! Can he make an eggcellent escape back down the beanstalk or has he really cooked his goose?! Join us for a tantalising adventure with all the sparkles, songs and side-splitting silliness you could ask for! Tickets from £20

Camberley Theatre 01276 707600

10 – 31 December

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Join us this Christmas for a brand new, magical production of one of the most popular tales of all time; Beauty and the Beast. This unmissable story will delight the whole family featuring a jukebox of much loved songs, beautiful costumes and a talented cast of actors and dancers.  The mysterious Beast imprisons

Twas The Night Before Christmas!

with catchy songs and lots of audience participation.

Drive the Bus!’, ‘The Way Back Home’, ‘Monstersaurus’ and ‘Aliens Love Underpants’.

Belle in his enchanted castle. Can she escape with the help of her friends and melt the Beast’s icy heart before it’s too late? Can love really triumph an evil spell? This traditional pantomime will have you crying with laughter, singing loudly and being swept up in the magic!   Tickets from £15 (selected performances), Family of 4 £96.

Cranleigh Arts 01483 2780000

19 December

Maltings to experience all the magic and excitement of ‘The Night Before Christmas’!

Families with children 3-9 are in for a magical experience

On Christmas Eve, a little mouse called Eddie can’t understand why only humans are allowed presents, so he sets off in search of Father Christmas to find out. Along the way he dodges the family cat, gets directions from a toy robot and is given some unexpected advice from a magical fairy. Will Eddie get an answer? Will Emily get her wish? And what is that funny-shaped present sitting under the tree?

The Night Before Christmas is the latest production from Big Wooden Horse, creators of the hit shows ‘Don’t Let the Pigeon

Don’t miss the festive family ticket offer. 4 tickets for £40. Book tickets: farnhammaltings. com or call the friendly Box Office 01252 745 444.

Farnham Malting is a welcoming vibrant set of buildings. There is an on-site pay & display car park and the Maltings is a short walk from Farnham station. The riverside café is open Monday to Saturday, 9am – 4pm and lunches are available from Tuesday to Saturday, 11.30am – 2.30pm. On the menu are ‘little maltings’ picnic boxes and toasties for kids to enjoy.

THE

CHRISTMASSY CHRISTMAS SHOW OF CHRISTMASSY CHRISTMASNESS!

Squashbox Theatre’s new show is a celebration of everything Christmassy, from fir trees, fairy lights, sleigh bells and snowflakes to crackers, carols, presents and puddings! Meet a snowman who lives in the fridge, try and spot some naughty elves, play hunt the brussel sprout, endure the world’s worst Christmas jumper and gaze at the “beautiful” Christmas fairy... Learn about Yuletide traditions old and new, hear the story of the first Christmas Tree and even explore some festive science. The Christmassy Christmas Show of Christmassy Christmasness! is an over-stuffed stocking of seasonal surprises crammed with puppets, songs, quizzes and comedy, and over-flowing CONTINUED OVER THE PAGE

Father Christmas Needs a Wee!

TaleGate Theatre Productions hit the perfect combination of witty humour, fantastic music and the extra sparkle for which they have become known in this fabulously funny and brilliantly bouncy musical adaptation of Nicholas Allan’s much loved book Father Christmas Needs a Wee.

This is a forty-five minute production followed by a meet and greet with the big man himself where the children will receive a Christmas present.

At the Bellerby Studio G Live, Guildford from Sat 17 – Sat 24 December. Book online at GLive.co.uk

THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS BY BIG WOODEN HORSE

with crazy characters, silly slapstick, tall tales and fantastic facts – all presented in that unique Squashbox style! www. squashboxtheatre.co.uk

Dorking Halls 01306 881717

9-11 December

SANTA’S MAGICAL GIFT

While Holly & Trixie the Elves are busy decorating Santa’s workshop in the lead up to Christmas, they reveal Lapland’s biggest secret - that once a year Santa sends a magical gift to one person who most deserves it. It is said to be the greatest gift of all but nobody knows what it is. Holly writes her Christmas wish on a snowflake and places it by the fireside before going to bed. That night a gust of wind lifts the snowflake up the chimney and in the morning a magical gift appears in its place. Holly and Trixie need all of the boys and girls to help them make a present for Santa, to thank him for his kindness. Christmas Eve has finally arrived and Santa enters the workshop to a huge round of applause. Will the elves decorations be finished in time? Will Santa like his gift from the boys and girls and what exactly is the secret inside Santa’s Magical Gift? Find out in this heart-warming festive story that includes a present for every child to take home.

17-28 December

CINDERELLA

IT’S THE MOST MAGICAL PANTOMIME OF THEM ALL! Come and join in the festive fun this December with the lovable Buttons, the handsome Prince Charming, the wicked Ugly Sisters, the magical Fairy Godmother and of course, the beautiful Cinderella and make it a Christmas to remember for the whole family. Watch with amazement as Cinderella’s pumpkin and white mice are transformed into a beautiful coach and horses in this true rags-to-riches story, but will Cinderella remember to leave

the ball before midnight? From the same team behind Aladdin and Jack and the Beanstalk, Dorking Halls and Enchanted Entertainment bring the world’s best known and most loved pantomime to life.

Electric Theatre 01483 444789

24 December

SANTA SAVES CHRISTMAS

Jack’s beanstalk won’t grow, Cinderella’s glass slipper is broken and what’s happened to the magic in the Fairy Godmother’s wand? It looks as though Christmas might have to be cancelled... Join Jack, Dasher the Reindeer and Pompom the Penguin for this festive, musical, interactive adventure, as they meet Father Christmas at his home in the North Pole and help Santa Save Christmas!” It’s a family show most suitable for 2-7 year olds, where every child will receive a specially wrapped present from Santa - after the most Christmassy Christmas show ever, HO-HO-HO! Songs include festive favourites The Twelve Days Of Christmas, Jingle Bells, Silent Night, When Santa Got Stuck Up The Chimney, We Wish You A Merry Christmasand many more!

Epsom Playhouse 01372 742555

10 – 24 December

SANTA SAVES CHRISTMAS

Following last year’s sell-out performances of The Santa Show, Honalee Media are delighted to present their latest Christmas production…Santa Saves Christmas! The show where every child gets a present from Santa! Who can save the magic of Christmas? Jack’s beanstalk won’t grow, Cinderella’s glass slipper is broken and what’s happened to the magic in the Fairy Godmother’s wand?

15 December - 8 January

DICK WHITTINGTON - PANTO 2022

The Epsom Playhouse and Spillers Pantomimes are proud to present...Dick

Whittington - Panto 2022.  A truly magical panto classic. Follow Dick, his loyal cat and various characters he meets, as he seeks fame and fortune in London town!  A colourful, musical adventure that is just Puurfect for the whole family!

g-live 08447701797

17 -24 December

FATHER CHRISTMAS NEEDS A WEE

Father Christmas is on his rounds… and he still needs a WEE! At every house Father Christmas eats and drinks the tasty treats that have been left for him. But when he reaches number ten he realises that he’s forgotten to do something rather important and he really, really, really needs a WEE! TaleGate Theatre Productions hit the perfect combination of witty humour, fantastic music and the extra sparkle for which they have become known in this fabulously funny and brilliantly bouncy musical adaptation of Nicholas Allan’s much loved book. This is a forty-five minute production followed by a meet and greet with the big man himself where the children will receive a Christmas present.

Harlequin Theatre

01737 276500

9 - 31 December

CINDERELLA

You’re all invited to the ball! We’re delighted that this year’s pantomime, with Paul Holman Associates, is Cinderella!With one charming Prince, two Ugly Sisters and a huge sprinkling of Fairy Godmother magic, join us this Christmas to find out if the glass slipper fits and if Cinderella will make it to the ball and back again before midnight in this classic rags to riches tale that proves that dreams really do come true. Featuring breathtaking special effects, spectacular scenery and sparkling costumes along with plenty of traditional pantomime mayhem, laughter and chances for you to join in the fun… the

clock is ticking to Redhill’s most magical pantomime yet! Tickets from £12

16 - 24 December

THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS

A magical family show with songs, Santa and Daisy the elf, performed in our Waller Studio. When Woody and Milly go to sleep on Christmas Eve, magical things start to happen. Is that an Elf the children can see? Are those reindeer bells they can hear?? Surely it can’t really be Santa delivering presents??! An unforgettable adventure full of magic, mischief and festive fun awaits! See the wonder of Christmas unfold in this brand new production for 3-8 year olds featuring plenty of audience interaction, classic Christmas songs and of course the enchanting presence of Santa Claus himself live on stage!Get £5 off per ticket to the pantomime when you also book for The Night Before Christmas!

Leatherhead

01372 365141

Theatre

17 - 30 December

SNOW WHITE

‘Snow White’ at The Leatherhead Theatre, with all the usual panto magic and mayhem, your favourite songs, stunning scenery and amazing costumes- there’s also a LIVE BAND too for the first time in many a year! Magic mirrors, seven little friends, poisoned apples and an enchanted Princess all tell the classic story of Snow White. An evil stepmother, no longer the fairest in the land, threatens to put an end to her beautiful stepdaughter but can true love find a way and save her?

All this and the usual twists and fun you expect from a Leatherhead panto too…but be sure to book early for the best seats!

LP Creatives return this December with the magical tale of Snow White. This firm family favourite promises to be an amazing show to continue our fine reputation for high-quality Christmas fun.

Cinderella at Princes Hall Theatre - Friday 9th to Saturday 31st December 2022

We put effort in all year around to make sure that our panto is a truly magical production, with fabulous sets, stunning costumes, fantastic dancers, a great script and excellent songs and music. Our wonderful cast, well-loved panto traditions and friendly atmosphere all go into making the Princes Hall pantomime an annual Christmas treat for all the family.

This enchanting story tells the rags to riches tale of a beautiful young girl who is confined to the kitchen, and is picked on by her Ugly Sisters and Wicked Stepmother. With a little help from her Fairy Godmother, a magical pumpkin and a glass slipper, Cinderella hopes to win the heart of the gallant Prince Charming and her chance of a happy ending. So, accept your royal invitation to the Princes Hall for this brand new, action-packed panto that is fun for all the family!

Aldershot’s favourites Robert Hopkins and Donovan Christian-Cary are back for another knock out pantomime this Christmas and lead a reunited and strong artistic team. Jack and the Beanstalk will mark Robert’s 28th consecutive pantomime at the venue as producer and director. Roberts’ productions consistently achieve critical acclaim, including being listed as one of the best UK pantomimes by The Stage in 2016/17. 2019 will also mark Donovan Christian Cary’s eighteenth consecutive show. Donovan’s accomplishments include winning Encores ‘Best Dame’ award, being named “one of the best dames in the business” by the Stage newspaper in 2011 and being nominated for Best Dame at the 2017 British Pantomime Awards.

Edward Haversham, Marketing and Box Officer Manager at the Princes Hall, said “We

are all very excited that this year’s production will be the most magical pantomime of them all; Cinderella. Tickets have been selling since last December, so people need to secure their tickets sooner rather than later!”

As ever, the Princes Hall pantomime cast is made up of a talented ensemble of actors, all of whom return from previous Princes Hall pantomimes. These include the unforgettable Donovan Christian Cary, producer and director Robert Hopkins , Rachel Lea-Gray, Tom Capper, Natalie Turner and Alex Zane. Our 2022 pantomime is proving more popular than ever! So, don’t miss out, book your tickets NOW to get the best seats at the best price!

Tickets are already selling fast, so do not miss out! Call the Box Office on 01252