The Guide 2 Surrey Magazine July 2016

JULY 2016 | ISSUE 34

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CONTENTS COMMUNITY Community News

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Cow Parade

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Our Citizens

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ENTERTAINMENT The Guide 2 Your Month

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Talking to Mystery Jets

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FAMILY Summer Fun

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Dad’s the Word

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FOOD & DRINK Foodie Events

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Where to Eat?

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SPORT 42-43

The Guide 2 Yoga

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Sports News

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Your Community News Serving the Nation

16–31 July 2016

BBQ FOR HEROES

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Cooking delicious food and raising funds for Help for Heroes? This is a match made in heaven…

BBQ for Heroes is a great excuse to get friends over for lovely food, good company and a worthy cause. Just ask everyone to make a donation in exchange for some food it couldn’t be simpler.

Catch up with family, friends and neighbours, get to know colleagues better with a BBQ at work or have a BBQ in your local community.

The dates above are just part of the national BBQ for Heroes initiative, so if you want to get involved but can’t do it at that point, don’t worry - if this date isn’t convenient you can chose a date that works for you.

Register to receive a free fundraising pack and do your bit for charity (and communal bellies) this summer!

Find out more at bbqforheroes.org.uk

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Independents’ Month Comes to Guildford

When you BBQ, BBQ for Heroes!

120 businesses in the town will partake in an entire month of schemes encouraging you to shop local…

For your free fundraising pack You will no doubt be aware that we all need to show support for visit www.bbqforheroes.org.uk or call 01980 846459businesses, not just locally but nationwide. Guildford is independent

no exception, and therefore the good people at Experience Guildford have ensured that the town doesn’t just embrace Independents’ Day (unsurprisingly on the 4th July) but utilises the whole month. This way, you get plenty of opportunity to find out all about what GTown’s independents’ have to offer.

So in the spirit of ‘Super Sizing’ Independents’ Day this year, Experience Guildford will be introducing a month long loyalty campaign to showcase the eclectic mix of independent businesses in the town - and reward you with cash prizes with a combined value of £1000 to spend in your favourite independent businesses.

Moreover from the 4 July to the 31 July whenever you purchase a product or service from three independent stores or businesses in Guildford, you will be entered into a prize draw to win one of ten £100 prizes. With over 120 of Guildford’s independent businesses signed up to the scheme, you won’t have to look far to find an independent store, bar, cafe, venue or leisure business that could put you on the road to being £100 better off.

To find out which businesses are involved and where they’re located, and for other information, visit experienceguildford.co.uk

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GROWING FOOD TO SHARE IN FARNHAM Allotment holders from Farnham have been busy planting vegetables and other tasty edibles in public spaces in the town.

A team has planted four containers located outside the supermarket in South Street with flowers, vegetables, salad crops and fruit. The initiative is part of Farnham in Bloom and the Incredible Edible project, which is a movement that aims to increase the amount of local food grown and eaten in towns.

The list of plants in South Street is impressive; everything from poppies to parsley and more is available.

Councillor Stephen Hill, Lead Member for Community Enhancement says: “As the flowers and crops ripen, we are inviting people to help themselves to whatever fresh fruit and veg they can eat but please do remember to wash it and only eat produce you recognise or know is edible!

“We first learned about the growing food to share initiative from our twin town in Andernach. They have been successfully running a similar scheme for several years. This is a lovely community project that shows you do not need a large space to be able to grow your own. It is a great way to try something that has been locally grown and, if people like what they’ve tried, we hope they might have a go at growing their own next year.”

There is also an Incredible Edible project growing in Hale. Led

by St Mark’s Church and a number of community groups, several containers have been planted with food to share.

YVONNE ARNAUD ART 2016 Guildford Arts presents its 21st summer exhibition Yvonne Arnaud Art and to celebrate there is a stunning line-up of artists, in both two and three dimensions, from far and wide and with a selection of excellent local artists.

There will be a great variety of work from contemporary to more traditional work so do pop in and have a look.

The exhibition is part of both Guildford Summer Festival and Guildford Fringe Festival.

Find out more at yvonne-arnaud.co.uk.

For more information visit farnham.gov.uk/bloom

Can Prosperity Flourish in a Finite World?

The University of Surrey’s Centre for the Understanding of Sustainable Prosperity (CUSP) launches “Nature of Prosperity” campaign.

A ma jor, new public dialogue on the “Nature of Prosperity” has been launched by the university, with the former Archbishop of Canterbury, environmental activist, Satish Kumar and Green Party MP, Caroline Lucas, explored one of the most vital questions of our time: “What prosperity means in an age of environmental and social limits?”

To mark the launch, the University of Surrey launched an innovative campaign to elicit the views of the wider community

about the nature of prosperity and early insights from the #prosperityis campaign were revealed at the event.

As well as being the inaugural event for “The Nature of Prosperity”, the event, which took place at the end of May, marked the launch of the Centre for the Understanding of Sustainable Prosperity (CUSP) at the University of Surrey.

An overview of CUSP’s work programme of ground-breaking research and engagement was unveiled at the event by CUSP Director, the University of Surrey’s Professor Tim Jackson.

Find out more about this new campaign at surrey.ac.uk

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The Cow Parade is now in full flow!

Yes our fair county will be showcasing some of these brilliantly decorated multi-coloured moos all summer.

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Here is a map detailing where you can find just some of these brilliant bovines across Surrey. Which ones will you go and visit?

To find out all about the marvellous moos – who sponsors them, which charities benefit, where to find them and what they look like – online at theguide2surrey.com/community

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The decorative porcelain cow is much more than just an, erm, white elephant, reader. All of them are sponsored by businesses and are raising money for charity. Art + charity = win, no? In case you’re not sure of how Cow Parade works, here’s how: Specific corporates, retailers, hotels, individuals, schools, charities, communities and other organisations across the area will buy a cow, which will be designed either by themselves or a chosen artist.

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Cows will be transported by the official Cow Parade Moover (hehe) and placed around the county for display.

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The event is for art, for charity and for fun – the three things that we at The Guide 2 Surrey hold dearly to our hearts.

Naturally, the good people who get to see the cows in all their glory will benefit too!

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Download the APP You can also download the free Surrey Hills Cows Parade app on iOS and Android. You get to see some amazing artwork and parts of this beautiful part of the world that you may never have seen normally. What’s not to love?

Simply search for CowParade Surrey in the App Store or Google Play, so you can find out all about the event.

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The Grange is a friendly place where people with physical or learning disabilities can take part in Skills & Activities throughout the week.

You can join in a selection of skills training in: • Horticulture, Creative Arts, IT, Catering, Retail, Mini Enterprises and many more • Gain ASDAN qualifications • Make new friends • Full support from our qualified tutors and support team – Makaton friendly Contact: vikki.schadenberg@grangecentre.org.uk Tel: 01372 455229 TheGrangeAtBookham www.grangecentre.org.uk @TheGrangeCentre

Artists, from the acclaimed to the amateur, have been painting and adorning life-sized fibreglass cows to join CowParade - the world's largest public art event! Dozens of the cows have now been unleashed to graze in various locations throughout Surrey, until the end of August 2016. At the end of the exhibition the cows will be auctioned off to raise money for local community projects and a number of charitable causes.

Download the CowParade Surrey app to get involved, collect the cows and even win prizes...

www.cowparadesurreyhills.com

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Providing Exceptional Care Throughout Surrey

BRIDGE HOUSE CARE HOME

Farnham Road, Elstead, Surrey GU8 6DB Tel: 01252 888469 Email: bridgehouse@mmcg.co.uk • Residential / Personal Care • Respite Care / Short Breaks • Day Care

FURZE HILL LODGE CARE HOME

Furze Hill, Kingswood, Tadworth, Surrey KT20 6EP Tel: 01737 742731 Email: furzehill@mmcg.co.uk • Dementia Care • Residential Care • Respite Care • Short Breaks • Day Care

KINGSBURY COURT 5 STAR LUXURY CARE HOME

Guildford Road, Bisley, Surrey GU24 9AB Tel: 01483 494186 Email: kingsbury.court@mmcg.co.uk • Residential Care • Dementia Care • Nursing Care • Respite Care • Day Care

“To be the best quality, most highly regarded care provider in the United Kingdom.”

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care Your inCommunity the community News KINGSBURY COURT CELEBRATE ONE YEAR OF CARE IN THE COMMUNITY Based in Bisley, the impressive Kingsbury Court have just celebrated their first year as a care home. We caught up with the Kingsbury Court’s Care Home Manager, Tracy Manzi to find out more…

You are about to celebrate your first birthday as a care home – how has your first year in operation been?

What have been your achievements?

Over the past very exciting year, we’ve achieved so much including 5 stars following the recent Environmental health inspection, and excellent relationships with our partners in the community. Our resident Chef was also recently nominated at the national care awards.

We currently have two floors open and these are usually full, and with a wonderful team that continues to grow and develop, we are proud that visitors and residents alike all comment on the great atmosphere and standards throughout the home.

During our first year we have developed a monthly breakfast meeting which is welcomed and enjoyed by a wide number of our statutory and voluntary service colleagues, which ensures that we are always up to date and well informed on services for our residents.

We also worked closely with our colleagues in health and social care to provide a 6 week step down bed programme to enable people to leave hospital quickly and rehabilitate before returning home, this not only

relieved the pressure on acute beds, but also allowed for a comprehensive assessment to be undertaken to ensure safe discharge for the individuals that accessed the service.

individual, with tailored care plans for their specific needs, and our focus on creating a home-like environment all the while providing an outstanding level of care.

What kind of facilities are available to Residents at Kingsbury Court?

Are there any other services at Kingsbury Court that set you apart from other care homes?

Our luxury 5 star care home provides residential and dementia care for 60 residents, with all our bedrooms featuring en suite facilities and decorated to an elegant hotel standard. Our five star service offers residents the highest standard of quality care, a team passionate and dedicated to enable our residents to lead fulfilling lives. The facilities include Café’s, a restaurant, cinema room, a Hairdressing & Beauty Salon, and beautiful landscaped secure gardens. We are also pleased to offer respite, and day care services at nominal fee.

What’s the most important aspect of caring for Dementia Residents at Kingsbury Court?

At Kingsbury Court we are thrilled that our specialist dementia unit is on the ground floor with all rooms having Patio doors giving our residents direct access to the secure landscaped gardens, this along with dementia friendly signage and pictorial menus enables our residents to retain dignity and independence.

We are proud of our comfortable and luxurious home, where we believe that our staff meet and exceed the company values of a friendly, experienced and knowledgeable team, who treat each resident as an

Our monthly Breakfast club is unique to Kingsbury Court in the area, and allows professionals and those supporting people in the community a much needed opportunity to share information and best practices.

We also offer a pop in service for people living with Dementia, this allows their carers the opportunity to go to the Gym, join friends for lunch or just have some much needed alone time, confident that the person who they support is safe and well cared for.

In addition we have dementia information days in partnership with a variety of community services that provide much needed help and advice not only to relatives of our residents but also carers in the community, the next one being on the 21st of July.

For more information about dementia care as well as more information about Kingsbury Court

For more information visit

mmcgcarehomes.co.uk or email

kingsbury.court@mmcg.co.uk

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CRANLEIGH RESIDENT CELEBRATES

100TH BIRTHDAY

WITH A SHOPPING TRIP TO LIBERTY, LONDON

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ASTOR CARER Would you like to help other people in your community? Perhaps you would like to go back to work (maybe just part-time) but think you lack the right skills?

If you are kind, caring and reliable and believe that people have the right to live as independently as possible, care work can offer a very rewarding career with plenty of job satisfaction. You don’t need any formal qualifications as we provide full, free initial and on-going training. Female carers are preferred by the ma jority of our clients.

Rene Hatton, a resident at Cedar Court Care Home, Cranleigh recently celebrated her 100th birthday with a shopping trip to Liberty, London. However, this was not an ordinary visit to London’s historic and luxury department store. Rene began her working life at 16 in the 1930’s at Liberty in the counting room.

She met her future husband Franklyn while working at Liberty and had many happy years working in London.

The visit was made extra special by Ian Hunt of Liberty, who provided a guided tour through many of the departments which provoked very happy memories for Rene who chatted with current staff and was warmly received. During the tour Rene revealed to Ian her engagement ring which Franklyn bought her from the store.

The ring with a jade stone had been well preserved throughout the years and generated a lovely conversation.

Rene was full of energy and joy throughout the visit and the look of pleasure on her face made the journey well worth the effort.

Liberty provided a lovely lunch where Ian presented Rene with one of Liberty’s beautiful and renowned head scarves as well as a pretty diary.

“It’s wonderful to revisit Liberty. I have many fond memories of my time working here and the memories of today will be equally precious,” said Rene.

After a visit to view some old photos of the store from yesteryear, Rene and Kaye, her chaperone from Cedar Court headed back in a taxi to Cranleigh. The conversation undoubtedly was all about the wonderful experience.

Cedar Court Care Home, Essexinformation Drive off Elmbridge Road, Cranleigh, For more visit Surrey GU6 8TX

01483 275 191 www.cedarcourtcarehome.co.uk

Astor Care offer successful applicants: Great rates of weekly pay with enhanced weekend and bank holiday rates (£9.15 - £18.20 per hour). Additional holiday pay, pension and mileage contributions. A supportive, experienced office team and the chance to work for a family run firm with an excellent reputation who have been providing high quality homecare for 25 years. Astor Care were thrilled recently to receive a UK top 10 agency award from Homecare.Co.UK which is voted for by their clients and reflects the high standards of the company. Astor Care work very hard to build a rota that suits your regular availability near to where you live.

You will need to attend an interview and references and a criminal records will be checked before you could start.

The role involves visiting and supporting mainly elderly people in their own homes.

Duties vary for each client but an example of what we cover could be: Morning visit - Assistance getting up and out of bed, washing and dressing, preparing breakfast, prompt or assist with medication, assistance with toileting and some household tasks.

Lunch visit - Prepare lunch and a drink.

Prompt or assist with medication, provide companionship and maybe assist with some household tasks.

Evening visit - Prepare a meal or light snack and drink, prompt or assist with medication, help getting ready for bed.

If you are over 18, with your own car and good written and spoken English you have nothing to lose by giving us a call to find out more.

For more information visit

www.astoragency.co.uk

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Our independents on Amor Amora

Bar Thirteen

Bardoe and Appel

@amoramora_uk

@barthirteen ‘VIP TONIGHT IS A SELL OUT’

@bardoeandappel ‘#leathertrunk, #fauxflowers, #ceramics, #interiors, #home’

Ben’s Collectors Records

Burrito Loco

Corkage

@benscollectorsrecords ‘Pop into Ben’s today…’

@burritolocogfrd ‘Enjoy your Friday with our beef briskets tacos topped of with a fresh squeeze of lime! #guildford #tacos #beef’

@corkage_guildford ‘Available to taste in store now. It’s the weekend. Treat yourself’

Courtyard

Cry for the Moon

Dance2

@courtyardsurrey ‘This Saturday Listed are back with old skool house & garage legends RAMSEY & FEN.’

@cryforthemoonjewellery ‘We love this new previously enjoyed bracelet, the quality is fantastic!’

@dance2uk ‘Record Store Day live DJs in @dance2uk Guildford Saturday’

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Our independents on Decade

Five and Lime

Food for Thought

@decadestore ‘New Seasonal series from Descent with artwork by @joeroberts_illustration instore and online shortly’

@fiveandlime ‘£4 MOJITOS Every big Wednesday @fiveandlime’

@foodforthoughthealthstore ‘fresh guacomole and dippers #foodforthoughthealthstore’

Frescos

Ikon Menswear

J.V. Nail Bar

@frescosdelikafessen ‘love-imagination-creation #FrescoDeliKafessen’

@ikonmenswear ‘New in today, long sleeve shirt from guide London. Fresh and floral!’

@jvnail

John Carne

Kalm Kitchen

Kokomo

@johncarne ‘Our model walking the catwalk last night at the @lorealprouk regional finals.’

@kalmkitchencafe ‘What’s going in your juice or smoothie today?’

@kokomobarsguildford ‘Stand out from the crowd #bookatable @kokomobarsguildford #cocktail’

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Guildford’s Independents’ Month returns this July, with the whole town getting behind and celebrating Guildford’s eclectic mix of independent stores and businesses. With over 100 independent retailers in the town centre we believe there is plenty to celebrate! In honour of Independents Month we look to the independent retailers of Guildford to give you an insight into their business.

Koko Hair

La Casita

Lemons or Limes

@kokohairguildford ‘#kokohair’

@lacasitaguildford ‘Tapas offers one of the most relaxed,friendly and enjoyable eating experience.’

@lemons_or_limes ‘ Come on in, open Monday-Saturday!’

Mavericks Man Salon

Meat the Greek

Olivo

@mavericks_man_barber_shop ‘Busy day at Mavericks Man’

@meatthegreek_uk ‘#SundaySupper’

@corkage_guildford ‘Available to taste in store now. It’s the weekend. Treat yourself’

Pews

Positano

Preston and Duckworth

@pewsbar ‘Final few touches before the big weekend.’

@positanoguildford ‘#readytoeat #pizza #napoletana #italiansdoitbetter #dinner #guildford #surrey #uk’

@prestonandduckworth ‘Limited Edition to 858 pieces. #prestonandduckworth’

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Our independents on Robin Hood

Silverado

The Albany

@therobinhoodguildford ‘All new beers on the taps today after a rather hectic weekend’

@silveradoguildford ‘Raise your hand if these BRAND NEW Alex Monroe Rose Gold bees are your new must have!’

@albanyguildford ‘Join us for the Euros 2016’

The Alley Bar

The Bear Garden

The Keystone

@fatrobinbars ‘Tea? Yes sir!’

@thebeargardenuk ‘New bears in from Bear Bits! #thebeargardenuk’

@thekeystonepub ‘Set your senses alight with a selection from our ‘Meat Box’ menu.’

The Mandolay

Thirty3hz

Tudor Antiques

@mandolayhotel ‘Guildford finest Champagne Laurent-Perrier menu #LPchampagne’

@thirty3hzguildford ‘This Saturday Listed are back with old skool house & garage legends RAMSEY & FEN.’

@tudorantiques ‘No need to knock.... #Shhhh #Guildfordspeakeasy’

To find out more about Independents’ Month visit experienceguildford.co.uk

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Your Perfect Day at Thatcher’s Hotel, Guildford

THATCHER’S HOTEL

WEDDING FAIR WEEKEND

SATURDAY 27TH AUGUST & SUNDAY 28TH AUGUST | 11AM - 3PM Free entry, no appointment necessary, exclusive showcase offers.

Charming 1930’s Tudor House Wedding Showcase Weekend Bespoke Wedding Package Beautiful Function Rooms set up for a Wedding Dedicated Wedding Planner Fantastic Supplier opportunity 2016 dates still available Glass of Bubbly on arrival For more information please call: 01483 280 511 or email weddings@thatchershotel.co.uk

The Thatcher’s Hotel, Guildford Road, East Horsley, Surrey, KT24 6TB

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ONE SUMMERS DAY

16th July / The Tup, Guildford

Following on from the success of last year’s inaugural charity event, founder Gavin Thomas brings back One Summers Day to the garden and courtyard of The Tup in Guildford. A full day of live music from some of the best local musicians around. Acts include the amazing Charley Farley Sunday Four, New Rising and Beau Uribe. Raising money for Cancer Research and the Royal Surrey County Hospital.

PHOTO CREDIT: SALLY CONNOLLY

For more information and tickets visit facebook.com/onesummersdayfestival

Scott Matthews

23rd July / The Boileroom One of the finest songwriters you’ll find on this Fair Isle, the magnificent Scott Mathews comes to the Boileroom at the end of the month to sing songs from his latest offering Home Part 2. We caught up with the great Mr Matthews ahead of his show, read the interview online at theguide2surrey.com. Get your tickets quick as this show is set to sell out.

For more information and tickets visit theboileroom.net

Westival

22nd – 24th July / West End Centre, Aldershot The one festival this summer that you can guarantee won’t get rained off – it’s the return of the wonderful Westival; a weekend of festi-entertainments under the roof of Aldershot’s West End Centre – complete with grass! Acts over the weekend include The Howling Tones, Curtis Eller’s American Circus, Deadcuts, Joe Booley and Eugene Quell as well as loads of family fun in store for Saturday daytime.

For more information and tickets visit westendcentre.co.uk

International Youth Arts Festival 8th – 17th July / Kingston

Showcasing the best theatre, music, dance, visual art, comedy, circus and spoken word from around the world, IYAF is fast becoming a mainstay on the arts festival calendar. With hundreds of events taking place during the festival across Kingston IYAF will bring all the colour, talent and imagination of today’s young people to Kingston town for an inspiring ten days.

For more information and artists performing visit iyafestival.org.uk

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THE GUIDE 2 Branagh Theatre Delayed Live Screening: Romeo and Juliet (12a) 8th July / Cranleigh Arts Centre

Branagh and his creative team present a modern passionate version of Shakespeare’s heart-breaking tale of forbidden love. Reuniting the stars of his celebrated film of Cinderella, Kenneth Branagh directs Richard Madden and Lily James as Romeo and Juliet and Sir Derek Jacobi as Mercutio.

For more information and tickets visit cranleighartscentre.org

Polesden Lacey Shakespeare Presents The Tempest 9th & 10th July / Polesden Lacey

Shakespeare’s mystical final play is brought to life with the latest production from the Polesden Lacey Shakespeare Company. A family friendly interpretation of the play stressing the comedy, magic and wonder of the story, with sumptuous costumes and beautiful music; all while you sit back in the gorgeous environs of Polesden Lacey - it really is the perfect way to spend a summer afternoon.

For more information and tickets visit dorkinghalls.co.uk

Opera at The Vineyard 10th July / Albury Vineyard

Open air entertainment on an English summer’s afternoon doesn’t get much better than Opera at Albury Vineyard.

Sit amongst the vines and enjoy beautiful views over the Surrey Hills whilst sipping “A glass of Albury” and listening to a medley of opera favourites. Bliss For more information and tickets visit alburyvineyard.com

Woodstreet Jazz Festival

10th July / Woodstreet Village Green In aid of the charity Challengers, wander along to Wood Street Village Green for an afternoon of Jazz and sunshine.

Featuring the talents of Mark Bassey & Karen Sharp Quintet performing the ‘Music of Basie and Ellington’ as well as performances by Melissa James and The Somethin’ Else Big Band.

For more information and tickets visit disability-challengers.org

Sunset Steps at Puttenham Common Party In The Park 9th July / Woking Park

A short time ago in a lush green park not very far away.... more than 15,000 people attended Woking’s biggest and best outdoor party! Woking Park will once again feel the force of celebration as it gets set to host one galactic-sized birthday bash in honour of H.G. Wells! From noon to 9pm, families can enjoy a meteoric day of time travel, space-age fun, live performances and an open air cinema for free.

11th July / Puttenham Common

Join Ranger Lucy Byryce for an evening stroll (roughly 4 miles) amongst the sunset at Puttenham Common. Explore the site of Puttenham as the sun begins to lower and enjoy the opportunity to catch some great views. Bring a camera and an eye for wildlife. Meet at the top Car park on Suffield Lane for 6pm.

For more information visit surreywildlifetrust.org

For more information visit celebratewoking.info

Café Scientifique

12th July / Cellar Magneval, Woking

Dub By The River

9th July / The Rowbarge, Guildford It’s all things roots, reggae and dub as we join community radio station Kane FM’s dedicated DJ’s of all things dub, down by the river Wey at The Rowbarge Pub in Guildford.

Complete with Caribbean BBQ, catch the likes of Boom & Bass, Da Vinci Sound and more as everything is irie on a Sunday down by the river.

For more information visit kanefm.com

If you’ve never been lucky enough to chance upon a Café Scientifique night, then we suggest you remedy your cultural calendar and pay Cellar Magneval in Woking a visit pronto. Not that this is the only location that you may find a Café Scientifique (they pop up all over the place). Join in a friendly discussion and meet likeminded scientific types.

July’s topic of discussion is “Science: Illusion or Magic?”

For more information visit cellarmagneval.com

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YOUR MONTH The Merry Wives of Windsor

Theatre in The Park: Romeo & Juliet

Open air theatre season has definitely hit Surrey. Roll out the rug, unpack your picnic and toast the summer in the sparkling company of the colourful characters that shape Shakespeare’s classic The Merry Wives of Windsor, all within the spectacular grounds of Waverley Abbey House near Farnham. This Guildburys’ open air production promises to be larger than life and twice as funny.

Tis definitely the season for Shakespeare. Get your fill of family feuds as the Bards most famous star crossed lovers meet. Comedy and tragedy come to form this ever popular play, enhanced by live music. Find your way to Frimley Lodge Park for a night of theatre presented to you by GB Theatre.

13th - 16th July / Waverley Abbey, Farnham

For more information and tickets visit guildburys.com

Summer Nights Outdoor Film Festival 15th & 16th July / RHS Gardens Wisley

Witness two cinematic classics within the wonderful environs of RHS Gardens Wisley this July. The first instalment involves Matt Damon tackling the age old problem, “what do you do on Mars when your crew have left without you?” in last year’s hit The Martian. The following night lets you sing and dance along to all your faves as Swayze switches on the hips in the 80’s classic, Dirty Dancing.

For more information and tickets visit summernightsfilm.co.uk

16th July / Frimley Lodge Park

For more information and tickets visit camberleytheatre.biz

The Albury Music Festival 17th July / Albury Estate

Probably one of Surrey’s best kept secrets, Albury is a live music festival and an important showcase for many talented musicians from the local area, many of whom also play both nationally and internationally. With a mixture of covers and original bands, the quality of performers are as high as ever and a great day out is in store for all the family.

For more information and tickets visit alburymusicfestival.com

Supercar Sunday

17th July / Brooklands Museum Quench your need for speed by visiting the automotive centre of excellence that is Brooklands Museum. Catch exotic and exclusive modern and classic cars including Maseratis, Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Mercedes-Benz, Jaguars, top end Alfa Romeos, Aston Martins, Bugattis, Rolls Royces, Porsches and Bentleys. A unique opportunity for visitors to enjoy supercars at close quarters.

For more information and tickets visit brooklandsmuseum.com

Screen Printing For Beginners 16th July / Farnham Maltings

Screen printing is a versatile process that allows you to experiment with exciting and expressive techniques such as creating your own stencils to print with. In this hands-on class you will be shown practical ways to implement your ideas. Explore the building of colour onto sample prints and push boundaries within your designs. Dress for mess!

For more information and to sign up visit farnhammaltings.com

Big Camp 2016

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Across the county and at multiple National Trust destinations is the return of The Big Camp. A unique opportunity to gather your friends and family and to try your eyes at a spot of star gazing, count the bats flying overhead and listen to all the noises making bumps in the night. Stand out locations include Dapdune Wharf, Winkworth Arboretum and Witley Common.

It’s what they went to school for and it’s the reunion they all said would never happen, but alas, pigs can fly! Catch the pop punk-tanstic Busted return to form for a night of racing and music at Sandown Park in Esher.

16th July / National Trust Venues

For more information visit nationaltrust.org

20th July / Sandown Park Racecourse, Esher

For more information and tickets visit thejockeyclublive.co.uk

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THE GUIDE 2 Tie Dying

23rd July / The Lightbox, Woking Come along to Nicole’s Tie Dye workshop for grown-ups!

Bring up to 6 items to tie dye such as socks, napkins, t-shirts and pillowcases. Cotton fabrics work best and it’s fine if it’s coloured. In the workshop you will explore the different colours and try a range of Shibori techniques, such as folding, twisting and scrunching, before dyeing your final pieces. This workshop will be full of fun, colour and perfect for brightening up your wardrobes.

For more information and to sign up visit thelightbox.org.uk

Buddhism and Cats

21st July / The Star, Guildford If you got your idea of adulthood from F.R.I.E.N.D.S. but reality hasn’t lived up to the expectation, if you live more in your head than in the moment and if you feel connected online and profoundly disconnected from people offline, then this is the show for you. Join Simon Caine for an hour of quality stand-up comedy at The Back Room of The Star.

For more information and tickets visit guildfordfringefestival.com

Electric Film Festival The Garden Show

22nd – 24th July / Loseley Park The Garden Show at Loseley Park returns for the 4th year.

With a range of exhibitors in marquees and the gardens to enhance your home & garden, there is something for everyone. So take some time out and treat your home, garden yourself and the family.

25th – 30th July / Electric Theatre, Guildford The tip top cultural shop that is the ever giving Electric Theatre, welcomes the return of its annual film festival.

Indulge yourself in a week of 2015’s best cinematic offerings that include Tarantino’s latest, The Hateful Eight; Academy Award winners Room and Spotlight, as well as Academy Award nominees Carol and Brooklyn – all must-sees!

For more information visit thegardenshowonline.com

For tickets and more information visit electrictheatre.co.uk

Summer Crafting

Hellfire Comedy & Curry

For the attention of crafty sew and sews who love nothing better than crafternooning at the weekend, it’s the unmissable Summer Crafting Show at Sandown Park in Esher. Meet you favourite celebrity crafters and stock up on some amazing crafting supplies.

Get ready for your belly to rumble for G Live’s monthly instalment of Hellfire Comedy & Curry. The devilishly delightful funny guys at G Live gather together the finest up and coming comedians on the circuit to give you some midweek funny. Start the night with some hot like fire curry, then sit back with a cold one as the show gets started.

23rd – 24th July / Sandown Park, Esher

For more information and tickets visit sandown. thejockeyclub.co.uk

The Ripley Event 23rd July / Ripley

Reputed to be one of the best Summer events in Surrey.

The day holds something for everyone: Gret entertainment, classic cars, a dog show as well as loads of lovely stalls selling delicious food and tempting wares. The organisers raise money for local causes as well as supporting the Woking and Sam Beare Hospices. Beautiful village, great day and one not to be missed.

For more information visit ripleyevent.org

28th July / G Live, Guildford

For more information and tickets visit glive.co.uk

World Cup ’66 Live

30th July / Camberley Theatre It’s only happened once and boy won’t we let them forget it. Relive the moment the Three Lions roared louder than they ever have, as we join the victorious Moore, Charlton, Hurst and Co. as the England Football team lifted the Jules Rimet Trophy for the first and last time some fifty years ago at the World Cup of 1966.

For more information and tickets visit camberleytheatre.biz

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YOUR MONTH Summer Sounds: Grandpa’s Spells Band

The Stoke Collective

An exciting mix of free music to fill your Saturday’s! This summer, listen to sounds to serenade your ears at Woking Park’s bandstand. Bring a picnic, relax and be entertained by a range of jazz ensembles, steel and brass bands. On 30 July Grandpa’s Spells Band will play from 2pm.

For your fix of creative expression, make your way to the Stoke Pub in Guildford for a brand new weekly fixture, The Stoke Collective. Taking place every Wednesday, head on down for a night of open mic music, jam, poetry, performance art and more. Entertainment kicks off at 8pm – just turn up, sign up and let your inner artist do the rest.

30th July / Woking Park Bandstand

For more information visit celebratewoking.info

Every Wednesday / The Stoke, Guildford

For more information visit stoke-pub.co.uk

The Importance of Being Earnest

6th August / The Castle Grounds, Guildford Heartbreak Productions present to you their performance of The Importance of Being Earnest within the Castle Grounds of Guildford. One of Oscar Wilde’s finest; the trivial comedy for serious people is in town for just one night so snap up some tickets quick and roll up the picnic blanket ready for a night of open air theatre.

For more information and tickets visit heartbreakproductions.co.uk

Frimley Lodge Live

6th and 7th August / Frimley Lodge Park

The Starlight Film Festival

5th - 7th August / Allen House Grounds, Guildford Visit Allen House Grounds in Guildford for a three night film festival. Movies on the nights include the 90’s classic Clueless starring Alicia Silverstone shown on the Friday.

Saturday sees Withnail and I hit the screens whilst on the Sunday sit back and sing along with Julie and the Von Trapp fam for The Sound of Music.

Back with a bang for its third year, Frimley Lodge Live returns this August with the perfect fix for family fun. Lots of awesome music to dance and sing along to as well as food and drink to keep you well stocked throughout the day. Feel free to bring along picnic blankets or something to comfy to sit on.

For more information and tickets visit camberleytheatre.biz

For more information and tickets visit venturecinema.co.uk

Much Ado About Nothing 5th August / Cranleigh Arts Centre

Head to the largest village in England for an open air production staged on the Vicarage Lawn of St Nicolas Church, next to the Arts Centre as the critically acclaimed MadCap Theatre Productions present one of the Bard’s finest comedies. Bring picnics and something comfy to sit on for a night of quintessentially English entertainment.

For more information and tickets visit cranleighartscentre.org

Staycation Live Festival

5th – 7th August / Memorial Park, Godalming

Make your way to Memorial park in Godalming for a weekend of free entertainment thanks to Staycation Live Festival. Music, food, drink and a variety of family fuelled entertainment make up the weekend. Music includes Jenna and the G’s, Ushti BABA, Jeramiah Ferrari, Frank the Cat, Soundation, The Peas , Spotlight Cannibal and Free Recovery. The wet stuff is provided for by local brewers The Little Beer Corporation whilst food includes the Milford Meat Roaster and Burrito Loco.

For more information visit staycationlivefestival.co.uk

Loxwood Joust

6th & 7th August / Loxwood Meadow Possibly one of the best events this summer, the great Loxwood Joust returns to invigorate 21st century souls, county wide. Step back in time and experience the verve and vigour of a world where lives were harsh and hearts were passionate at this unique, fun and educational day out for all the family. Mine’s a mug o’ mead!

For more information visit legendpresents.co.uk/loxwoodjoust

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GuildforD Fringe Festival

An entire month of art, culture and entertainment.

A dozen venues. One historic town. This, friends, is the Guildford Fringe Festival. Taking place between 1st and 31st July, the fourth edition promises to be a memorable set of events…

MUSIC IN THE MEADOWS Clandon Wood Natural Burial Reserve 24th July

UKEJAM The Britannia | 10th July

A big free fun musical jam in one of our favourite pubs. How can you not love that?

Come down to The Britannia early on the 10th July and borrow a ukulele and a song book, and spend the night learning how to play with experienced players. The audience are the band, so it’s a ruddy riot for all involved.

A charity afternoon of live music in our beautiful wildflower meadows.

Invite friends and family, bring along a picnic and settle down for a few hours on a sultry, sunny Sunday afternoon of magical melody.

Don’t take our word for it alone though – none other than Mr Al Murray has stamped his approval on UkeJam…

Entrance is free – all funds raised through a raffle and contributions will be donated to the ‘Forget Me Not Dementia Fund’ promoted by the Royal Surrey County Hospital Charitable Fund.

ELEANOR CONWAY’S WALK OF SHAME THE BACK ROOM, Star Inn | 14th July

THE HITCHHIKER’S GUIDE TO GUILDFORD The Back Room, Star Inn | 25th and 26th July

Not a show for the wee ones or the faint-hearted this one, but if you are neither of those things you are in for a RIGHT treat.

Ferocious clubber and party girl Eleanor Conway spent her twenties partying around the world as a music journalist. Now with a year of sobriety from alcohol and substances under her belt she’s learnt a few things. A work in progress show about porn, sex, drugs, drink and all the stuff you’re supposed to know by Tinder age 31…

A funny and left-field look at our fair county town, home to TGHQ and a right ruddy brilliant place all told.

If you were ever in doubt of the wonder of Guildford, this show will set you right.

Come and hear these hidden tales of heroism, defiance, courage in one evening of fascinating entertainment presented by Guildford’s most famous son – Ford Prefect…

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Mon 25 July 2016, 8pm: CAROL (15) Tue 26 July 2016, 8pm: SPOTLIGHT (15) Wed 27 July 2016, 8pm: ROOM (15) Thur 28 July 2016, 8pm: YOUTH (15) Fri 29 July 2016, 8pm: BROOKLYN (12A) Sat 30 July 2016, 8pm: THE HATEFUL EIGHT (18)

D R I V E I N T H E T R AC K S OF LEGENDS E X HI LA R AT I N G D R I V I N G E X P E R I E N C E S AT T H E I C O N I C GO O DWO O D M OTO R C I R CUI T. goodwood.com

TICKETS: £7 (£6 concessions & ET friends)

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Telephone: 01243 216611

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TALKING TO MYSTERY JETS

By Alex D’Arcy

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Always the Sun Festival comes to Guildford’s Stoke Park on the 10th & 11th of September for two days of the finest music, theatre, arts, crafts, food, drink and family fun. We caught up with Blaine Harrison, front-man of Saturday’s headliners Mystery Jets, who released their highly acclaimed 5th album, Curve of the Earth, earlier this year.

You released Curve of the Earth earlier this year after some time off – how has it been getting back on the road and playing your new tunes?

It feels great to be out on the road again. We’ve had a couple of years out. I’ve always loved both sides of the process as much as the other.

I absolutely love getting lost in ‘studio world’ and making a record and writing and obsessing over that but equally the flipside of it which is very much what we’re in now is incredibly exciting and having not done festivals for the last couple of summers I think we’re all just feeling really pumped about getting out and playing to as many people as possible.

It feels like there’s been a real sense of new people coming across us through them discovering our new record and hearing stuff on the radio and equally having that part of the crowd who like what you do and have an expectation of you; that’s a great challenge to provide something for those people that they haven’t seen before – I love festivals.

You headline Always The Sun Festival this September and your summer is filled with festivals – with the release of your new album earlier this year, what are your sets consisting of at the moment – a mix of old and new?

The last week or so we’ve been in quite lengthy discussions with the guys in the band about what a festival set needs to be and about how far you can take people into where you are now and how much do you need to keep one foot in the door where you’ve come from.

I think festivals really are about uniting people, it’s kind of what I’ve always loved about them.

It’s your chance to win over new people as well as giving something to your fans that have followed you for years and they’ve got particular favourites that they love hearing. I think it’s

about making those two worlds meet and I feel like we’ve crafted a festival set now which I think does that in a way that doesn’t feel like you’re just playing your most well-known songs with a couple of newbies chucked in. It feels like it has the peaks and troughs that we would put into a set at one of our own shows.

It’s almost a reappraisal of some of our older material but put through the filters of the band we are today. We’ve got Jack who’s our new bass player and I think the way we play now, I feel we’re more animated than we have been in years. We use the stage a lot, it’s not about a fancy light show, I think it’s all about us interacting with each other and carrying that through all the songs, old and new. It’s all about having that interaction with each other and with the audience as well.

Does your rider include any extravagances?

Lots of synthetic meat products seemed to have ended up on our rider. Three of us, occasionally four, ex-meat eaters, so we kind of go in for all the Linda McCartney veggie range and the whole Quorn range at one time or another. It’s a real mezze platter at the moment. And we stress that all beverages and all ales are locally sourced, we try to specify within a 1 mile radius of the venue. Preferably brewed on site is what we’re going for!

Do you have any experiences of Guildford or being in and around Surrey?

I went to art school, just down the road in Kingston and lots of my friends are from round there. It’s a lovely part of the world. In the sixties it seemed to be where all the rock stars used to buy their houses. You drive around places like Haslemere and Liphook (where I have friends) and it’s a beautiful part of the world. When I was at Uni there we used to go out a lot, lots of camping trips around there, so I know it well.

Mystery Jets headline Always the Sun Festival which takes place on the 10th & 11th of September on Guildford’s Stoke Park.

Adults: £20 per day | 11 – 15 years: £10 per day | Under 11’s go FREE Get your tickets at alwaysthesun.co.uk The new album Curve of the Earth by Mystery Jets is out now.

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Fifteen years since their celebrated debut The Optimist LP and Turin Brakes are back with a new album and ready to win the crowds at Always the Sun festival with their uniquely rich and evocative acoustic rock. We spoke to the band’s Rob Allum ahead of their visit to Guildford on 11th September…

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The Optimist is fifteen years old this year and considered to be one of the first great UK albums of the millennium. What went on in those recordings that produced such an iconic work?

Essentially, Gale (Paridjanian, guitar) and Ollie (Knights, vocals) had written these songs and put them together on their little four-track in their bedroom.

If you listened to the demos, all the atmosphere was there already before we went into the studio. And that original atmosphere transferred across brilliantly.

You joined Ollie and Gale on drums for that first album. Did you imagine that you’d still be a part of Turin Brakes 15 years later?

You know what, when it started I don’t think even Ollie and Gale thought that we’d still be here. But there was me, Eddie (Myers, bass), Gale and Ollie, we all played on that first record and thought at the time, ‘this is an album, maybe there’d be a second album’, but I didn’t have any great ideas about whether I’d be in it for long.

But what I did know, right from the very first moment, was that there is such an incredible chemistry between us when we play in a room together.

And that energy was there right from the very first moment we played ‘The Door’. It was unbelievable. Some bands have it, some don’t and maybe it only comes along once in a lifetime so I think you have to hold onto it when it does.

Turin Brakes are famously tireless tourers. What do you enjoy about life on the road?

It’s the most straightforward, honest transaction: you turn up somewhere, you play music to real people, they react and you react back. It’s immediate and that’s why we love it.

Our long-term fans are always amazing and loyal, you couldn’t ask for better, but the new guys that come along also seem to react really warmly which we feed off.

If we didn’t tour we’d be looking to do some form of extreme sports just to get the adrenaline kick, that hit.

Have your travels been an influence on the sound of Turin Brakes?

It definitely influences the music.

There was a lot of Americana to it, particularly early on, so those widescreen vistas and panoramas spring to mind. But the more you travel the more you take on and absorb.

We’ve been in Italy recently and a song from the new album ‘Rome’ came out of that and other travels. It can’t help but influence how you think about the world, and also appreciate what you’ve got back here at home.

Any decadent backstage riders for Turin Brakes?

Well we drink Courvoisier, that’s pretty hip-hop isn’t it? And some real ales… to keep it real (laughs).

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You’ve said that you have an amazing memory for the gigs and places you’ve played. If you had to pick your favourite?

I’d say when we did V Festival… 2003?

It was just amazing: a beautiful sunny day, the crowd were so up for it. When the crowd is going wild you can’t help but surf on top of it. It was ridiculous; girls were taking their tops off like we were Led Zeppelin. Our girlfriends were looking on behind the stage, wagging their fingers at us!

But I’m really looking forward to Always the Sun Festival. There’s some great culture in Guildford and so it’s a great thing for the town.

For more on Turin Brakes visit www.turinbrakes.com

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AS PART OF THIS YEAR’S NEW FESTIVAL, ALWAYS THE SUN, COMING TO GUILDFORD IN SEPTEMBER, WE ARE OFFERING UP THIS SIMPLE EASY TO FOLLOW STEP - BY - STEP GUIDE TO MAKING A SUNSHINE THEMED HEAD DRESS. WHAT MORE COULD YOU WANT THAN THIS GLORIOUS SUMMERTIME CRAFT PROJECT? AND IF YOU COME ALONG TO THE FESTIVAL, YOU CAN WEAR IT WITH PRIDE AT THE OPENING PARADE IN STOKE PARK.

HOW DO I MAKE IT? 1.

To use the Always the Sun template provided, simply find a large thin piece of card, (an old cereal packet would be a great option) sturdy but also bendable. approx A4 size is bigger enough.

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Fold said piece of card in half.

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Carefully cut out the page from the magazine and place on top of the card and draw around the shape.

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Next step cut out the shape with a sharp implement, scissors, scalpel blade (mind your fingers), in fact if you are a small person reading this then maybe best to get a responsible adult to do this bit.

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Unfold the card and in the two bottom corners make a small hole, a sharp pencil would work well or, if your card is a bit tough, a hole punch if you have one.

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You will now need something to keep it in position on you head: thick gardening string, ribbon or whatever you have to hand. Cut two equal lengths approximately 25 cm long insert through the hole and secure in place with a tight knot. This is your basic headdress.

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The next part is the fun part: with a sunshine theme, go wild, go tropical, go sunny, the more outlandish the better.

Reach to the sky and have fun.

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Display your amazing creation at the Always the Sun parade on Saturday the 10th September, meeting at 9.30am at the Nightingale Road entrance of Stoke Park.

Children will need to be accompanied by a adult ticket holder. It should be quite a spectacle!

NEWS FLASH - COMING TO A SCHOOL BOOK BAG NEAR YOU SOON, WILL BE A READY PREPARED ALWAYS THE SUN CHILDS HEADRESS FOR THEM TO DECORATE AT HOME.

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THE GUIDE 2 aaaaaaaaaaaaaa THE WATER BABIES

21st – 23rd & 28th – 30th July Visit Guildford’s Castle Grounds for some very special performances of Charles Kinglsey’s fantastical fairy tale, The Water Babies. Presented by the superb amateur dramatics company, The Herald Players, enjoy the classic story for land babies. If you can’t make the above dates, fear not, for their will be further performances on the 6th and 7th August, down by the river at the apt environs of Dapdue Wharf.

For more information and tickets visit heraldplayers.org

FISHERS FARM

All Summer Long Just a short drive from the Surrey and West Sussex border you’ll find the fantastic Fishers Farm Park. Expect fun by the tonne down on Fishers Farm; whether you’re taking time out at the petting zoo, going wild in the farmhouse funhouse or taking a ride on the big red tractor. Weekend events to watch out for this summer include Tractor Weekend with Fergie on the 23rd and 24th July (the famous little grey tractor performing live shows throughout the day) and Princesses and Pirates Weekend on the 6th and 7th August – everybody’s favourite fancy dress characters!

For more information and tickets visit fishersfarmpark.co.uk

WOODLAND FAIRY FAIR

9th & 10th July | Watts Studios Woodland Attention all fairies, sprites, pixies and goblins! The Fairy King and Queen invite you to join them for a day of magical adventures in the wild woodlands of the Watts Gallery Artists’ Village. Explore the woodland trail, make fairythemed crafts, hear stories of magic and have your face painted. Search for fairies in the wild woodland, have a go at den building and try tree climbing with The Great Big Tree Climbing Company.

For more information and tickets visit wattsgallery.org.uk

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SUMMER FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL

26th – 29th July & 2nd – 5th August | The Lightbox, Woking For the first two weeks of the summer holidays visit The Lightbox in Woking for their Summer Family Fun Festival.

In addition to their regular workshops and drop in sessions the team over at The Lightbox also have a host of special activities planned. Guildford Shakespeare Company join in with the fun with their ‘Play in A Week’ focussing on the great Bard’s ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ whereby children will be encouraged to create their own versions of the play.

Other activities include balloon modelling, giant dinosaur collages, circus skills and bubble fun.

For more information visit thelightbox.org.uk

SEASIDE EXTRAVAGANZA

INTO THE WILD: CHILDRENS BOOK FESTIVAL

Roll up, roll up for an afternoon of good old’ fashion seaside fun at The Spike in Guildford. From 1pm – 6pm enjoy all the usual frivolities one would expect from an English seaside town, right on your doorstep in Surrey. Fun on the day includes the obligatory BBQ, ice cream, face painting, a Tarot Reader, magicians, Punch and Judy, donkey rides (yes donkey rides) a coconut shy, a licensed bar and live music from the marvellous Charley Farley Sunday Four. No need to book an expensive trip away this year, just a day at The Spike should do the trick.

What better way to start the summer holidays? A day to celebrate books and stories, packed with author events, craft activities, storytelling, face painting, treasure hunts, book swap, pop-up book shop, Punch & Judy and more.

Come dressed as your favourite book character. Various workshops will be on offer, uncovering the wonderful world of books and story-telling.

10th July | The Spike, Guildford

For more information and tickets visit charlotteville.co.uk

26th July | Leith Hill Place

For more information and tickets visit nationaltrust.org.uk

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SUMMER FUN aaaaaaaaaaaaa CREATIVE ARTS WEEK

1st – 5th August | G Live, Guildford

THE SECRET GARDEN

27TH July – 1st August | Mill Studio, Guildford “If you look the right way, you can see that the whole world is a garden.” Using live music, puppetry and just a little bit of magic, the Yvonne Arnaud Youth Theatre tackles one of the best-loved stories of all time. Visit Mill Studio in Guildford for an adventure through this classic tale before it sets for a run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

For more information and tickets visit Yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

BEATRIX POTTER’S BIRYHDAY CELEBRATIONS 28th July | Haslemere Museum Head over to Haslemere Museum and help celebrate the birthday of one of our countries most loved children’s author, the brilliant Beatrix Potter. Enjoy a fun-filled morning of activities including storytelling by Haslemere Bookshop, arts and crafts as well as a garden trail. Perhaps you’ll find a certain Peter Rabbit and Co. playing merrily in Mr McGregor’s vegetable patch.

For more information and tickets visit haslemeremuseum.co.uk

yyyyy DAZZLE AND FIZZ 28th July – 8th September | The Medicine Garden, Cobham This summer, in partnership with Dazzle and Fizz, The Medicine Garden in Cobham are offering a range of activities and workshops for children aged between 12 months and 12 years old. Held every Tuesday and Thursday within the walled gardens will be various activities for age groups. ‘Early Years’ workshops includes an interactive and tactile hour using musical instruments, singing, soft toys, rainbow ribbons and appropriate props. For ages 4 – 7 think sports games, circus skills and crafting. And from 8 – 12 years old, whether your child is a budding dancer, curious scientist or a team sportsperson, Dazzle and Fizz cover all bases for the older ones to have fun and learn something too!

For more information and to book your place visit themedicinegarden.com

Guildford’s premier entertainments venue, G Live have an excellent roster of events throughout the summer including performances of Julia Donaldson’s Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales, the beautiful story of The Last Post as well as their ever popular Comedy Club for Kids. Then on the 1st August, join in with the week-long fun that is Creative Arts Week – perfect for your creative kids to learn new skills and improve upon existing ones.

For more information and to book your place visit glive.co.uk

TEDDY BEAR’S PICNIC

7th August | Loseley Park If you go down to Loseley Park today, you’re sure of a big surprise, Teddy Bears upon Teddy Bears as far as the eye can see! Join in with the fun raising money for the deserving Shooting Star Chase Hospice. Entertainments on the day include storytelling, face painting, a garden treasure hunt and the “most original teddy bear” competition. So gather your favourite furry best friend and join in with the picnic fun this August.

For more information visit loseleypark.co.uk

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8th – 16th August | Castle Grounds, Guildford Guildford’s Victorian bandstand becomes Oakworth Railway Station in this delightful story of Bobbie, Phyllis and Peter’s adventures after their father is taken away and overnight they lose the safe, comfortable life they have known. They have to move to a cottage in Yorkshire, where they get to know Mr. Perks, the station master, help a Russian refugee, prevent a serious accident and rescue an injured runner.

Funny and heart-warming, this is the perfect summer feelgood production for the whole family. Bring a picnic to enjoy before you see the show!

For more information and tickets visit pranksterstheatre.org.uk

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Multiple Dates | The Living Planet Centre, Woking Throughout August, visit WWF’s The Living Planet Centre for various workshops designed to educate your little explorers about all the fantastic creatures that live in rivers, forests and the ocean. From the Amazon to the ocean you’ll discover amazing facts about beautiful creatures all the while having fun getting creative. Activities include Sparkling CD Sea Creatures, Recycled Card Swirly Snakes, Paper Bag Pals and Handy Hedgehogs.

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cray fishing Right my friends, summer's here and you need to get out there and get some good wholesome fun. Crayfish are everywhere in our waterways and catching these weird alien looking things is a great activity for the kids.

They get to paddle in a stream, you get to lol about on the bank and the whole family can picnic a sunny day away in various corners of our lovely county. But first; A disclaimer: The bottom line is that like everything in this fair land there 47,682 different rules and regulations that tell you what you can and can’t do about everything from what density your pillow can be to Crayfish. All I’m promoting here is a fun day with the kids essentially rock-pooling in a river and seeing what you find, splashing about and having fun. I’m not telling you to feed your family and I’m not telling you that you can do whatever you want.

If you are allowed to be in that area or to actually do what you are doing, then always get permission from the relevant authorities.

Remember, there’ll always be someone who’ll tell you that what you’re doing is illegal and akin to murdering your father and marrying your mother and ruling the city of Thebes. Also if you get hurt doing this you messed up not me. Look over to the section called ‘LEGAL STUFF’ to find out more, well, legal stuff…

That being said, let’s move on.

First you need some sort of entrapment device; luckily in one of my nine lives I was a survival instructor for The Delta Ranger Special Catering Commando Corp so I have just the homemade device for you.

You will need: • • • • • • • • •

1x empty 5 litre water bottle Some string 1x scissors 1x roll of Water proof duct tape 1x first aid kit 1x Pair of Dungarees (to be worn with no shirt for optimum redneck style. Chewing on straw is optional.)

WHAT TO DO WITH ALL THIS STUFF: Right, first things first cut the bottle about 2 cm under where the slope of the neck curves into the side of the bottle. Cut all the way around and remove the top. You should now have a bucket shape of the body of the bottle and a cone/pyramid shape of the neck and top of the bottle.

Take the bottom bit and punch a small hole in the side. Then take string feed it through and pop a knot in the end so it won’t slide out. Grab some pebbles or medium rock and put it in the bottom if the bottle.

Next, invert (turn upside down) the cone/pyramid bit and slide it “spout” first into the other half of the bottle. Slip it in so it is tight then duct tape that bad boy to keep it in place.

Now you have your crayfish trap into which you can put your chosen bait, pop into the water and wait and see.

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Now to find some good Crayfish haunts!

Identifying Species

Surrey is literally crawling with waterways all of which are teeming with Crayfish. Here are some lovely spots that are nice and shallow and also offer a place to spread the picnic rug out and drink lashings of ginger ale.

One of the very important things to learn is how to tell the difference between the signal and the white clawed as you will be heavily fined if found removing the white clawed from the water.

The easiest way is the claws on the signal are large and heavy, red underside with a turquoise or white patch on the upper side.

Abinger Hammer

Claws are much thinner and longer on the white claw and of course the size is the main way the signal are generally double in size of our native species.

The pretty village of Abinger Hammer has a great green which has the Tillingboune River slicing through it. The nearby Green also has a Cricket Pitch, perfect for a sunny day watching the cricket, paddling in the river and enjoying a sandwich from Annie’s Tea room.

White - Clawed Crayfish (UK Native) May grow to 12 cm (5 inches) long, although sizes below 10 cm are more common.

Shalford, The River Wey Navigation

Signal Crayfish (Invading Species)

If you head behind the seahorse pub you’ll find a little gate at the top of a bank leading down to a shallow section on a bend of the river Wey Navigation. There’s a small “beach” here and it’s a lovely spot to set up operations.

Are typically 6–9 centimetres (2.4–3.5 in) long, although sizes up to 16–18 cm (6.3–7.1 in) are possible. Once you trap any invasive species it is illegal to release it again.

Brittens Pond, Off Salt Box Road Also teeming with Crayfish, and a lovely place to picnic under the shade of the trees. As with all three suggestions it’s also within stone’s throw of several nice pubs. Also, if the skies open you can salvage what’s left of the day and head to Air Hop.

LEGAL STUFF If you’re unsure about all of the laws about Crayfishing, be sure to visit the gov.uk website and fulfil all the necessary criteria before getting yourself in trouble…!

You must not trap non-native crayfish without written consent from the Environment Agency (EA) in England or Natural Resources Wales in Wales.

It is illegal to trap crayfish without two things... a) Landowners permission. b) Consent from your governing body (the environment agency) This is free to people who are using for personal consumption and is relatively easy to get with a small amount of info, the most important being your desired area to fish.

Information taken from: naturalbushcraft.co.uk (generic crustacean illustration)

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WOKING-ON-SEA From the sunny shores of the south-coast to the flat sands of Woking-on-sea you are guaranteed to have your very own taste of beach life this year - Woking-on-sea?

Yes, that’s right, this year throughout August, Market Walk will be bringing some summer seaside fun to Woking town centre!

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Market Walk will be transformed into a traditional British beach resort offering classic past-time activities such as all-time-favourite Punch and Judy, funny photo board cut-outs, bouncy castles and the chance to build your very own sand castle.

Kick back, relax and lap up the sun in their gigantic deckchair. The deckchair will be on display throughout August and can be used by children and adults of all ages - a great photo opportunity, which of course can be framed. Don’t forget to tag @WokingMarket to be in with the chance of winning prizes!!! For another hilarious photo opportunity, hop behind the funny photo board and snap away to create those special summer memories.

“It’s behind you!” Professor Glyn Edwards will make a special appearance at the Market on Saturday August 6 and Saturday August 20 between 11.30am and 3pm, bringing you four classic Punch and Judy shows. Glyn has been a professional Punch and Judy performer for over fifty years taking his show to Russia, America, Japan and of course all over the UK! No summer would be complete without a BIG bouncy castle which will be located in Jubilee Square every Saturday in August and local face painter Leena Singh will of course be joining in the fun transforming your little ones into weird and wonderful creatures.

To top it all off, as well as being able to purchase scrumptious street food from permanent traders, there will be a summer Market held along Mercia Walk where you will be able to buy a range of localFor produce ranging from cheese, bread, sauces, pickles, meats, more information visit woking-shopping.co.uk/marketwalk fruit juices and more.

Perfect for summer picnics!

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GObounce - the brand new dance, fitness GObounce

and party entertaining company in Surrey!

Go bounce is a brand new dance, fitness and entertainment company based in Surrey offering fun, friendly, high energy dance and fitness classes, workshops and parties for all ages and abilities.

Add a bucketful of energy and fun to your child’s birthday party!

Choose your theme... princess, pirates, Bollywood, cheerleading, Frozen, disco, dance, superhero, fairies... the list is endless! We play lots of games, themed or traditional and dance to the latest tunes. There will be props, music and guaranteed fun!

Get the little ones down for Gobounce Tots for some sensory fun time - think ribbons, wands, pom poms, singing, dancing, bubbles, nursery rhymes, fairies, pirates, parachute, disco, imagination and all things in between!

GObounce Teens offers an energetic, fast paced dance class for teenagers with a fusion of dance styles. This class is fantastic for building confidence, learning new skills, socialising with other teens and ultimately having lots of fun! There are often exciting performance opportunities for the teens to showcase their newfound talent.

Whatever you do; dance, smile, energise!

We offer fun, friendly, high-energy dance and fitness classes, workshops and parties for all ages and abilities.

www.gobouncedance.co.uk

Visit www. gobouncedance.co.uk

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Challengers

Challengers are a charity who offer play and leisure opportunities for disabled children and young people across Surrey, Hampshire and Berkshire.

Challengers’ schemes are full of fun and energy with amazing activities like messy art, music workshops, themed days, mobile farms and so much more!

Challengers are passionate about play and leisure and are proud to have an inclusion policy, meaning that no matter the severity of impairment, any child or young person can come to a Challengers scheme and join in the fun.

The charity are getting ready for a busy Summer Holidays with lots of fun activities planned including; Chessington World of Adventures, Pub lunches, chill-out days, mini golf, Thorpe Park, Harry Potter World, music workshops, messy art, petting zoos and so much more - you name it, Challengers has made it possible for hundreds of disabled children and young people to have these experiences.

There are numerous schemes that run in Surrey for different age groups in the following areas; Bookham, Epsom, Farnham, Godstone, Guildford, Leatherhead, and Redhill.

Visit disability-challengers.org

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Bring your own picnics, rugs and chairs.

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4x standard 2D tickets 1x reg popcorn 2x reg soft drinks

Price applies to standard 2D tickets and food and drink items listed above only. Price does not apply to special screenings and events. Additional upgrade costs apply to other film formats and seat types. Family of 4 is 1 adult and 3 children or 2 adults and 2 children. Children are aged 12 and under. Some cinemas will have a lower price. Not available at ODEON Dorchester, BFI IMAX, ODEON Leicester Square, ODEON Covent Garden, ODEON Panton Street, ODEON Tottenham Court Road or The Lounge at Whiteleys. For more details and price information please ask a cinema host or visit www.ODEON.co.uk .

Price information is correct at time of publication but is subject to change at any time.

and for the kids…

2x kids popcorn 2x kids drinks 2x kids snacks

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GUILDFORD FARMERS’ MARKET

COBHAM FARMERS’ MARKET

Tuesday 5th July & Tuesday 2 August | 9.30am to 4pm Old Police Station Car Park, Leapale Road

Saturday 23rd July | 9.30am-1.30pm Hollyhedge Parade

CAMBERLEY ARTISAN AND FARMERS MARKET

FARNHAM FARMERS’ MARKET

Saturday 16th July | 10am - 3pm Park Street, Camberley

Sunday 24th July | 10am to 1.30pm Central Car Park, Farnham

MILFORD FARMERS’ MARKET (SECRETT’S)

GODALMING FARMERS’ MARKET

Sunday 17th July | 10am - 1.30pm Secretts Farm Shop car park

Saturday 30th July | 10am - 4pm High Street, Godalming

WOKING FARMERS’ MARKET

HASLEMERE FARMERS’ MARKET

Thursday 21st July | 9am - 2.30pm Town Square, Woking

Sunday 7th August | 10am - 2pm High Street

The Whiskey Affair 16th July / Guildhall, Guildford Slam (or sip) a dram or two and explore the wonderful world of whiskey at this unique event pitching up in Guildford for the very first time.

Ideal for connoisseurs as well as those new to whiskey’s astonishing varieties of character, visitors to the Whiskey Affair can try all sorts of brands of scotch, bourbon, world whiskeys and cocktails, using the special app to help them navigate. Experts are on hand to answer any questions and there’ll be live music, food and a fun photo booth to save the memories.

Visit www.thewhiskeyaffair.co.uk for more information

One Day Wine Workshop at Denbies 9th July / Denbies Vineyard, Dorking Who better to demystify the world of wine than the UK’s most celebrated vineyard, Denbies.

Yes, oenophiles (that’ll be wine lovers to you and us) have the opportunity to experience all aspects of wine tasting and appreciation, grape varieties and wine regions with one of Denbies’ own experts. All levels of knowledge are welcome and refreshments and lunch with wine (natch) in the gorgeous Gallery Restaurant is included.

Oxted Beer Festival 2016 15th - 17th July / Master Park, Oxted This will be the fifth year in a row for the Oxted Beer Festival which is fast becoming one of the biggest swig-fests in Surrey!

Maybe that’s partly to do with its broad appeal, offering way more than just fine ales, ciders and craft lagers, of which there are over 100 varieties. There’s also a Pimm’s & Fizz Bar, a Gin Bar and a spiffy Retox Cocktail Bar if hops aren’t quite your thing. And then there’s the Food Court serving up yums from Vietnamese food to American BBQ to posh burgers and more.

£95.00 per person.

There are two music stages, with back to back live bands, superb headline acts and great club DJ’s, face painting and magicians for the kids and a cricket match to round off the summer fun.

Visit www.denbies.co.uk for more information

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Street Food Picnic, Guildford

16th July / Reigate Priory Park

Saturday 30th July / Allen House Grounds, Guildford

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‘EAT!’ commands this food festival, and who are we to decline? Reigate’s own Food Fest returns after a hugely popular turn in 2015, set once again against the beautiful sunken gardens of the Grade I listed Reigate Priory.

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In amongst the wonderful street food stalls and bars serving champagne, craft lagers and beers, cider and gin, new additions like the Tinderbox Pizza School and their colourful mobile pizza oven are on hand to teach the art of perfect pizza. Throw in all the live music and family fun that you can shake a cupcake at and this is one unmissable food fest.

Guildford will be awash with the aromas of food from around the world at the end of the month, when the Street Food Picnic throws out the blankets and hay bales for another day of fantastic al fresco eating.

Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, the Street Food Picnic promises more of the same intoxicating and authentic mix of the exotic and familiar to excite your taste buds as well as live music and a little wellbeing from Godalming’s Yoga Mila.

Visit www.streetfoodpicnic.com for more information.

Visit www.eatfoodfest.co.uk for more information.

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Flavoursome Fridays at RHS Wisley Until 2nd September A taste of summer straight from the source, RHS Wisley cultivates every manner of seasonal fruit and vegetable so they invite you to try a selection of delicious summer fruits and vegetables and pick up some tips on cultivation from their RHS team while you’re at it.

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Guildford Cheese and Chilli Festival 23rd & 24th July / Shalford Park, Guildford

The Cheese and Chilli Festival has been building in popularity over the last few years, popping up in several towns across the south. And this year it’s our turn! So for anyone who loves the creamy, pungent joys of fabulous cheese and getting hot under the collar with chillies from around the world, then this is the event for you.

In the cheese corner you’ll find an astonishing array of local and regional cheese to sample and buy, plus talks by expert cheesemakers on the origins of cheese, its potted history and fascinating production techniques Things heat up in the chilli corner of course, as alongside stalls selling every kind and colour of chilli and chilli plant you can imagine, with experts on hand to give advice on growing your own, you can also choose from dozens of chilli sauces, many of which are entrants into the chilli sauce competition. And for the real daredevils out there, they can enter the infamous chilli eating competition,

taking on peppers of increasingly alarming fierceness until only one is left standing.

For those that can’t (or won’t) take the heat, there will be many craft and shopping stalls at the events selling great products at great prices. There will be some very unusual offerings as well as conventional products. Whether it is a rustic handmade cheese board you are looking for, a set of new quality knives, some new clothes, a present for loved one or your future told, you’ll find it there.

It’s not all just stilton and scotch bonnets however, as the weekend will see a fantastic Beer Festival, live music and tons of activities for children and adults such as fun rides, treasure hunts, falconry displays, magic shows and Punch & Judy.

Visit www.cheeseandchillifestival.com for more information

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WHERE TO EAT: EL PIC, CAMBE Nearly a quarter century serving deliciously authentic Spanish tapas, El Pic remains an independent jewel in Camberley’s dining scene…

You have to hand it to El Pic. This little tapas restaurant got a foothold in a town where few independent restaurants had before, or have since. It was owner Richard Stiles’ dream to pour his Iberian heritage into a local love letter to Spain on London Road. And he did it 25 years ago, before anyone even knew what Tapas was. Which takes, as the Spanish might say, ‘cojones’.

Of course, now that Tapas’ not-so-secret awesomeness is well and truly out of the bag, there are few large towns that don’t have a restaurant or two serving these lip smacking dishes that conjure the flavours and easy-does-it lifestyle found in the bodegas of Spain. The UK now boasts several chain restaurants

all falling over themselves to deliver the ‘tapas experience’ to the high street. But I’ll wager that none of them comes close to El Pic’s authentic charm. This is, you might say, the real thing.

It’s evident from the moment you step into the twinkly half-light inside, from the splashes of colour adorning the walls to the vine-draped central pergola, the low strum of flamenco music over the speakers, to the hundreds of photos of happy customers hung above the bar, gently fluttering in the soft breeze from a ceiling fan. It’s what holidays are made of, let alone a sticky summer evening in Camberley. There’s even a crude but cute little courtyard out the back should you want to go al-fresco.

“We recommend 3-4 tapas per person,” suggests the menu at El Pic; sage advice that we rejected instantly upon discovering a list brimming with so many tantalising options. It helps that El Pic’s manager and veteran chef Kriszta was on hand to guide us fondly through the range of hot and cold, meat, fish and veg tapas and specials.

A lush white rioja in hand, we began with simple starters of toasted bread and dips

of tangy aioli and cool salsa and some pickled anchovies. Then came the tapas proper, beginning with a fun-size paella, the rich tint of a Catalonian sunrise, that brought wafts of lemon and saffron and seafood and splendidly stodgy rice with tender prawns and squid.

Chorizo appeared on our table twice, once as crisp-crumbed croquettes that hid a creamy, smoky centre and a Chorizo Infierno - a dish of spicy sausage, onions and flaming brandy that was a cheerful bit of theatre, where the subtle hum of sweet booze and crispy frazzle left over lifted what is El Pic’s devilishly good, utterly mandatory chorizo.

Heavier than your common bravas, sautéed Patatas al Escocés drenched in cream with serrano ham was almost enough to derail a train of gluttony that was only just starting to build up steam.

Almost.

Because that is the unbridled joy of this cuisine; a parade of successively simple dishes, each more beguiling than the last, that can whip even the most selective foodies into a frenzied froth of sheer gastro-pleasure, sharing hands

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criss-crossing tables splattered with sauces and oils like a Pollock canvas.

I’m sure they show more restraint on the continent, but that’s just not our style.

The rest of the meal sped by in a blur of whole grilled sardines – tricky to eat but so worth it; Gambas en Guindilla: an El Pic special of battered jalapeño peppers stuffed with juicy king prawns, and the delightful pop of Habas al Moro: fresh and tender broad beans tossed in onions and paprika. Oh, and churros and chocolate for a final sweet hit before blissful surrender took us.

There’s nothing high-falutin’ about any of this of course. Just 25 years of experience cooking simple yet exceptionally delicious tapas. Were El Pic in Spain itself, it would be the sort of place tucked well back from the resorts in the ‘old town’, an off-the-beaten-track, no frills, friendly neighbourhood bodega beloved by the locals and the lonely planet seekers but mercifully overlooked by the throngs. Which, come to think of it, sums up El Pic nicely.

El Pic Spanish Tapas Bar, 177 London Road Camberley Surrey GU15 3JS Tel: 01276 670 670 www.elpic.co.uk El Pic Dips £3.95 --Boquerones (anchovies) £3.75 --Patatas al Escocés £4.95 --Chorizo Infierno £5.75 --Paella de Marisco £6.50 --Sardinas a la Plancha £4.95 --Habas al Moro (Broad Beans) £3.95 --Gambas en Guindilla £5.95 --Croquettes con Chorizo £4.95 --Churros and chocolate £6.50 Food Total = £51.20

Find out more at www.elpic.co.uk

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FOODIES FEATURE THE FORESTERS ALDERSHOT ROAD | CHURCH CROOKHAM | FLEET | GU52 9EP 01252 616503 | www.forestersatchurchcrookham.co.uk

The Foresters is a delightful country pub tucked away in the woods, just outside Church Crookham. Long a favourite for business lunchers and families alike, it’s one of the most stylish pubs in the area.

The beautiful restaurant area is an ideal venue for a party, dinner with friends and family, or informal business meetings over lunch or dinner. Alternatively, the bar and garden areas are perfect for anything from a quick drink to a full Sunday roast.

The Foresters are fiercely proud of the fresh food they serve.

Everything is created and cooked on the premises, and they use regional suppliers when possible to obtain the best raw materials.

Smoke House coming in June | Brand new premium spirits Outdoor Cinema this summer

Aldershot Road, Church Crookham GU52 9EP 01252 616503 | www.forestersatchurchcrookham.co.uk

THE OLIVE TREE

THE OLIVE

TREE Country Pub and Eating House

Tucked away in the leafy rural pocket between Guildford and Woking called Sutton Green, the Olive Tree has been a local landmark for years. But since coming under new ownership in February, the pub’s former glory has been revived and modernised to match its new sisters the Albany (Guildford) and the Dog & Pheasant (Brook) and now boasts easily one of the best pub-restaurants in the area.

Hale and hearty pub food is elevated to something significantly more refined and delicious at the Olive Tree, with fresh fish and seafood delivered daily straight from boats in the West Country and from Billingsgate, and meat from local farms and butchers.

The pub stocks some superb wines from Italy, Spain, Australia and beyond as well as craft lagers and fine ales.

Inside the Olive Tree retains the country charm from its open fire and squishy armchairs to its elegant dining room. This summer they have extended the patio and expanded the garden to allow customers to enjoy some al fresco relaxation.

Sutton Green Road, Sutton Green, Surrey, GU4 7QD 01483 729999 | theolivetreesuttongreen.com

Sutton Green Road, Sutton Green, Guildford, Surrey, GU4 7QD

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FOODIES FEATURE THE BRITANNIA

The Britannia enjoys an enviable location opposite the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, on the banks of the River Wey, and within walking distance of Guildford’s historic cobbled High Street.

Whether you are looking for somewhere to have a quiet lunch, a drink before the theatre or a good old fashioned night out with friends, this stylish pub has everything you would need.

For these warmer months, The Britannia have spruced up the garden to make it an even better place for your al fresco pint.

Inside, the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. You will find large sofas and cosy chairs to relax in and enjoy a coffee if the fancy takes you. If food is your thing then this pub is an ideal place to indulge that passion.

The Brit also boasts a new menu for the summer, served all day and includes all the traditional favourites plus a number of twists. With regular specials, you will not be disappointed with the wide choice of food on offer.

9 Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BE 01483 572160 | britannia@shepherd-neame.co.uk

THE COMPASSES INN

The Compasses Inn Gomshall

A Traditional Riverside Public House

Offering excellent beer and great food, The Compasses in beautiful Gomshall are a traditional Free House bar serving a selection of cask ales -supplied by The Surrey Hills Brewery and carefully chosen wines. Live music occurs most weekends too, with a high calibre of bands and solo artists for you to enjoy.

But it’s the food we want to talk about most here, with breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday roasts all present and correct.

Wednesday is Steak night, Thursday is Curry night and Friday is Fish and Fizz and the aforementioned Music; needless to say whatever time of the week you come you’re in for a delicious meal…

For the summer months, you absolutely must visit the large, riverside beer garden – and as The Compasses is dog friendly you can bring Rex along too. We think it’s fair to say you can while away many an hour here…

01483 202506

STATION ROAD ,GOMSHALL, SURREY GU5 9LA 50 Station Rd, Gomshall, Guildford GU5 9LA 01483 202506 | thecompasses-gomshall.co.uk

info@thecompassesinn-gomshall.co.uk

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FOODIES FEATURE TANTE MARIE

57 - 61 COMMERCIAL WAY, WOKING GU21 6HW 01483 724173 www.tantemarierestaurant.co.uk

Since opening just over a year ago in the centre of Woking, Tante Marie restaurant and cookery school has been, and continues to be, a massive success. The Restaurant is the latest in an exciting phase of developments to Woking town centre, offering a unique and relaxed dining environment, with menus offering honest, elegant and, above all, beautifully-cooked food served in a contemporary and welcoming environment.

Tante Marie’s menus are constantly changing, but will always include vegetarian options and aim to accommodate other specific dietary requirements. If you have an intolerance or specific request, let them know in advance and they will make arrangements to accommodate you. But if you’re a keen carnivore you won’t want to miss their Steak Night, every Monday!

59-61 Commercial Way, Woking, Surrey, GU21 6HN 01483 724173 | tantemarierestaurant.co.uk

CARLO’S TRATTORIA

A Guildford institution and a homey slice of rustic Italiana, Carlo’s Trattoria has been winning the hearts and appetites of diners for over thirty years. The place has seen many changes in that time, but none more so than this year’s exciting new additions to their menus.

There’s a new seasonal 3 course set menu available at lunch and dinner (Mon-Fri £24 pp) that currently includes Carpaccio of yellow fin tuna, fillets of lamb and baked peaches. And the a la carte menu boasts new dishes to share like Frittura di Pesce Goujons of fresh fish, calamari and tiger prawns. For extra indulgence their trio of desserts is a must. The £7.20 3-course kids menu includes garlic bread, handmade ravioli, fresh fruit salad.

Carlo’s Trattoria strikes the perfect balance of elegance and cheerful informality and is a great place to bring the family to.

Shere Road, Guildford GU4 8SE 01483 224180 | carlostrattoria.com

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New Spa Opens in Guildford

Mary Ann Weeks at Aveda, the well-established and popular Guildford hair and beauty salon, has expanded and opened an Aveda Spa and Wellness Studio at their premises on the High Street this summer and is open now.

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The new Spa and Wellness Studio take up the top two floors of the current Aveda salon, with Mary Ann Weeks at Aveda now inhabiting all four floors of the beautiful building at 167 High Street.

The Aveda salon has long been a favourite of Guildford residents, and the decision to expand comes from a demand for increased beauty and spa treatments as well as for a stylish space in which to take yoga, Pilates and other fitness and relaxation classes, offering a calm and luxurious sanctuary right in the heart of town.

Four beautifully appointed new treatment rooms will be offering Aveda’s signature facial and body treatments as well as maintenance essentials such as waxing, manicures and pedicures. The Wellness Studio has been sympathetically designed alongside the original features of the building with a stunning mullioned bay window as its centre piece. Classes will include yoga, Pilates, barre and tai chi taught by a diverse range of local teachers and instructors.

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The event gave customers a chance to get their hair done with a glass of bubbly, and learn more about Velvet Rooms’ new product, Label M Diamond Dust range. TG popped along, of course, to check it out…

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Firstly our hair was washed using Diamond Dust shampoo and conditioner, which contains real diamond particles (fancy!)!

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After blow-drying, the hairdresser used Label M’s Brunette Texturizing Volume Spray paired with Brunette Resurrecting Style Dust.

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The final product! Our hairdresser created a casual beachy look that gave our hair some much-needed volume. Lovely.

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Game, Set and Match for Jacks of London Surrey

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Jacks of London proved it was a true centre court star after serving up a week of championship barbering services for the world’s male tennis elite at the Aegon men’s tournament in London which ended in June with Scot Andy Murray lifting the title for a record fifth time.

Sports-mad Jacks of London is no stranger to the sporting elite, recently signing England and Stoke City goalkeeper Jack Butland as the face of the brand. For Aegon 2016, a hand-picked squad of barbers from Jacks’ Surrey-based stores looked after all 64 players, their families and support teams throughout the championship.

As well as providing its trademark comprehensive mix of traditional and contemporary male grooming services, Jacks made sure the players kept their cool and maintained their style as play hotted up, with its exclusive range of Jacks of London the True Gent styling products. Doubles victor Pierre-Hugues Herbert and the bad-boy of tennis, Australian no 18 Nick Kyrgios both dropped by for some of Jacks’ impeccable styling and service, as did past champions John McEnroe and Greg Rusedski. All loved The True Gent range, with its impeccably fresh, masculine fragrance of pomegranate and lime.

Fresh from Queens, MD Sue Whitehead said her team were firmly on the ball. She said ‘We were honoured to be invited to take part in this prestigious event, and I’m proud to say our Jacks team of male grooming superstars served an ace, providing their usual immaculate level of service and making sure the standard of grooming more than matched the standard of competition.’

For more information and helpful hints visit jacksoflondon.co.uk

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Although it might not seem like summer, it actually is. And when the sun does decide to make an appearance and the rain finally dries up, you don’t want to be caught short when it comes to keeping your hair in good nick. So, whether you’re going abroad or staying put with your fingers firmly crossed, we have put together a few handy summer holiday tips to help keep your hair in the best shape possible...

Wear protection Protect your hair from UV rays with a heat protector spray. This will prevent the sun from drying out your hair which, in turn, contributes to causing those ugly split ends and straw like texture! And no one wants that, do they?

Add moisture Make sure to pack a moisture mask whenever you’re going somewhere with nice weather. Nothing will wreck and dry your hair out faster than the mixture of sun, salt, sand, chlorine & wind! Pop a hair mask on for 5-10 minutes whilst you rub in your after sun and you’ll be left with velvety smooth hair. Like a mermaid. Or Bon Jovi.

Add waves For the beach look, spritz hair with a sea salt spray and then braid. Go over the braid with straighteners, untie and rake through with fingers for beautiful waves. You’ll have that laid back, surfer look in no time.

Accessorize When sunbathing or swimming, your hair can get in the way. To make sure it looks great at all times, hold it back with a printed bandana or floral clip. The hair accessory is very much in this summer and looks the bee’s knees, too!

For more information and helpful hints visit velvetrroms4hair.com

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the guide 2 yoga

By Tayler Willson

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Yoga: a Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline, a part of which, including breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, is widely practised for health and relaxation

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Practicing yoga is the really in thing these days, and Surrey is absolutely littered with exciting studios that each teach various different practices of yoga, all in their own unique way. From beginners to the more experienced, our county caters for all your yoga-ing needs.

Red Hot Yoga Guildford Based in the heart of Guildford, Red Hot Yoga (main image) has provided over twenty different styles of yoga for over five years now.

Growing year on year, Red Hot Yoga has become one of the county’s most talked about and well-known yoga studios.

For more information and timetables, visit the Red Hot Yoga website at: www.redhotyoga.co.uk

Sunday Restorative Yoga The Lightbox, Woking

Punk Rock Yoga Guildford Punk Rock Yoga classes are dynamic and designed to allow you to let go of the stress from the week and bring you to stillness and clarity to start your weekend. The music ranges from acoustic punk to hardcore, as well as throwing in some ambient and oriental inspired songs for sequences.

In these mellow yoga workshops experienced yoga teacher Ruth McNeil will lead the group through the practice of mindful movement, soothing restorative yoga and pranayama (the movement of energy with breath).

The classes aim to work on body, mind and spirit to improve strength and flexibility, create core stability and build a heightened feeling of positivity and empowerment.

The workshop will culminate in blissful guided savasana / relaxation.

These workshops are suitable for all levels from complete beginners to the more experienced. You’ll need your own mat and to wear comfortable clothes you can move in.

For more information, visit: www.theboilerroom.net

For more information, visit: www.thelightbox.org.uk

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Bikram Yoga Fleet

The Fitness Hangout Godalming

Hidden in the centre of Fleet down its busy, bustling High Street, Bikram Yoga is a haven among chaos. Founded in 2010 by sisters, Jane & Sue, the idea was conceived in a coffee shop in Sydney, Australia in 2004!

A Specialist Aerial Fitness Studio in Godalming that specialises in a less-common area of yoga. Swinging and hanging from ceilings has never been so relaxing. The Fitness Hangout runs a selection of classes including Aerial Fitness, Aerial Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Pilates, Pole Fitness, Aerial Hoop and Adult Dance classes, too.

After practising Yoga & Pilates for many years, both fell in love with the Bikram Yoga Brookvale Studio in the Northern Beaches of Sydney and decided to make their vision a reality.

Bikram Yoga Fleet run a whole of host of different types of yoga.

To find out more visit their website: www.bikramyogafleet.co.uk

Chandananda Yoga Guildford With over twenty years of yoga practice to her name, Michelle Chand has more than enough experience to take you on your yoga journey. Teaching classes in and around the Guildford area, her classes are based on the ancient philosophy of yoga and are suitable for all students on a journey of personal growth and transformation.

For more information, visit: www.chandanandayoga.co.uk

For more information and to try it out, visit: www.thefitnesshangout.co.uk

The Wellbeing Space Farnham The Wellbeing Space is a friendly, happy place, where Yoga, Pilates and natural therapies inspire well-being. Situated in the heart of Farnham they are passionate about creating a healthy home/work/life balance and supporting people to grow, heal and evolve within a like-minded community.

The Wellbeing Space offer Yoga and Pilates classes, holistic treatments, innovative workshops, courses and special events.

For more information visit: www.wellbeingspace.co.uk

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Following part one of The Quest to Find the Best Me in last month’s magazine (it’s all online in case you missed it), our Sports Writer Tayler now documents the final four weeks of his journeys, explains the results and maps out his plans for the future (deep, I know)…

By Tayler Willson

The Quest to Find the Best Me: Part two Week 5

WEEK 6

It’s always risky sticking to a new regime over a bank holiday payday weekend. It’s probably my biggest challenge so far and the temptation to sway at the mere glimpse of a well thought-out ‘Pub Garden?’ Facebook status is astounding. But I remained strong. Kind of.

It’s been a productive week. I spent one day arguing with people on Twitter, another day I got fixated on whether tote bags are okay on guys and one day I travelled, like, 45 minutes out of my way to try these Korean chicken wings that were a bit of a let-down. Let’s just say that the thirteen Google reviews co-signing this particular establishment’s “authenticity” should have been a warning that maybe the chicken wings wouldn’t be worth the 45-minute train journey.

I’ll explain: last week was a productive one for me. I continued in the same vein as week four in both exercise and nutrition. Monday evening saw me squeeze in a seven mile run that was then followed by a sweet potato salad, courtesy of Mother Willson (cute I know).

Tuesday’s my Farnham Nuffield Health day where I’m at the mercy of my Personal Trainer, Max Lewis, for the hardest, yet hugely satisfying, hour of my week. This week’s session was the closest I had come to tears yet. Our old friend Tilly the Tyre was again making another appearance – much to the disappointment of my legs that had only just recovered from the previous week – but this time she/it was used slightly differently.

I was to do a single flip, sprint to the far fence, hold a deep squat for five seconds with my arms raised, sprint back to the tyre and repeat. This went on for five minutes.

Five gruelling, torment-filled minutes. But satisfying on completion nonetheless. A quick swig of water and my legs were given no let up as I was made to lunge around the rectangle area – roughly the size of a badminton court – with only two seconds rest on each lunge (please note facial expression in header image).

With Tuesday done I was on the home straight towards that three-day weekend. Wednesday – the day I work from the comfort of my own home – is my rest day, for obvious reasons. Thursday saw me run a 12 mile route in my fastest time of 1 hour and 29 minutes, a time that deserved me a Nando’s about an hour after.

Saying that, though, throughout my hectic and busy schedule I have actually managed to exercise six days this week. It’s week six now and that achievement in itself is bigger than I could’ve wished for when I began this entire process.

The first Monday back after the bank holiday weekend was as you’d expect, sluggish and coffee-fuelled, two words that in week one would have efficiently described my mornings every day.

Nonetheless I brushed off the weekend dust and ran a quick four miles after work.

Tuesday is the day I train with Max at Farnham Nuffield Health and I exercise myself to near-on tears. Beginning with a quick warmup and a decent stretch I quickly felt the effects of summer. Hot, sweaty and uncomfortable: Max wasn’t going easy on me. A circuit was set up for me and under each cone was an exercise. I’m sure that if you look at the images you’ll get a better idea.

The cones were constantly moved by Max when he clocked me going back to the star jumps cone for the sixth time. I was hitting a cone, doing the exercise, sprinting to the fence to sit in a deep squat for five seconds. I mean, look at my face. Look at the pain.

In a session that to me felt like two-hours of summertime torture (good torture, don’t get me wrong) I, as always, felt a million dollars afterwards.

With just two weeks left of my quest, I’m still learning new things each week. Be that from Max or from personal experiences. I’m enjoying exercise like I haven’t before and I’m craving that post workout buzz I never thought existed. Preach.

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Week 7

Week 8

THIS WEEK I ALMOST FAINTED. I FELL TO THE FLOOR LIKE A PUPPET WITH NO STRINGS AND REMAINED STILL. EYES OVERLOADED WITH BLACK SPOTS, HEAD POUNDING AND HANDS FEROCIOUSLY THROBBING. WAS I GOING TO DIE? WAS I EVEN GOING TO FAINT? MOST IMPORTANTLY, THOUGH, HOW LONG WAS LEFT OF MY SESSION?

Eight weeks (and a few more because of that injury) had passed and it was time for my results. I was pretty nervous after a nightmare I had had a few nights before that I’d be the first person to have become even unhealthier following a programme. I hooked up with Max, with my fingers crossed, and to go through the same MOT I did in week one.

It was the toughest week I’d had with Max at Farnham’s Nuffield Health Centre. At points it had me wondering whether after all this work I had regressed, but Max assured me his plans were intentional. It was High Intensity Interval Training (or ‘HIIT’ for those in the know) on the agenda this week and Max’s smirk when telling me was a clear sign I was gonna struggle. But, in fairness, I’ve struggled every single week.

High Intensity Interval Training is as it sounds: a system of organizing cardiorespiratory training which calls for repeated bouts of short duration, high-intensity exercise intervals intermingled with periods of lower intensity intervals of active.

Thanks Wikipedia. It basically means full-throttle for a short space of time, then rest for a shorter space of time. You get it.

We began with ball slams, rope slams, kettle bell deadlifts and sideward jumps. To start it was 12 repetitions of each and then rest. Then 8 repetitions and rest. Then six and then four. You get the idea. The exercises were then switched up slightly with a deadlift-to-press-up type move (I can’t remember its exact name) replacing ball slams. Again: 12, 8, 6, 4. it was then that I began to feel faint. I soldiered on, mind.

The rest of the week had been one full of running (over thirty miles) and I’d even signed up for marathon in October. With all Max had taught me, not only my running technique but other helpful exercises too, I felt a final goal was needed – other than losing my beer gut.

Straight to the point: like every girl’s dream, my waist was now smaller and my bum bigger. Jackpot. Max put this down to the squats and hill runs. Phew. Then we measured my height and obviously I was still as short as ever. We then moved onto the real stuff, my insides: how the devil were they feeling?

First, my aerobic fitness, or my “VO2 max” to use the correct jargon. Before my quest, it was measured at 39 ml/kg/min – considered ‘poor’ on the scale – compared to the 69 ml/ kg/min it came in at now, considered ‘excellent’. Good start.

My resting heart rate, which was at an impressive 57bpm beforehand (Max’s words, not mine), had reduced further to 54bpm. Cholesterol? Yeah, that was down too by 0.65 mmol/L with my blood glucose levels joining in with the trend and decreasing by 0.40 mmol/L. Aside from the stats and figures, I also feel better in myself. I started this feeling sluggish. Lack of sleep, the wrong diet and lack of exercise was all to blame, along with a few other bits, and in just eight weeks I feel new. I’ve gone from running a few miles a week on a treadmill to 14 miles in some sessions and that’s all down to Max. Max has been exceptional. Exceptionally exceptional in fact.

My main goal in week one was to find the new me and, as well as finding other important things on the way, I’ve certainly found him.

Find out more about nuffield health farnham at nuffieldhealth.com

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sports news

Prudential RideLondon Surrey 100 and Surrey Classic 2016 Sunday 31st July Celebrating the legacy for cycling created by the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100 starts in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, then follows a 100-mile route on closed roads through the capital and into Surrey’s stunning countryside. With leg-testing climbs and a route made famous by the world’s best cyclists at the London 2012 Olympics, it’s a truly spectacular event for all involved.

Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100 finishes on The Mall in central London, shortly before 150 professional cyclists – including Sir Bradley Wiggins and Mark Cavendish - race in the Prudential RideLondon-Surrey Classic on a similar route.

The route of the Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100 offers a perfect traffic-free ride for a range of cycling abilities. Everyone can enjoy a challenging day in the saddle pedalling through the roads of London and Surrey. As well as the personal challenge of completing the route, participants’ involvement will also benefit good causes – the Prudential RideLondonSurrey 100 aims to become the largest charity fundraising cycling event in the world.

For more information, visit: www.prudentialridelondon.co.uk

The Surrey Three Peaks Challenge starting from holmbury St Mary Saturday 23rd July Make the most of the summer weather and join a magnificent walk through the glorious Surrey countryside conquering Holmbury Hill, Leith Hill and Box Hill, as well as enjoying the beautiful scenery our county has on offer.

Starting from the village of Holmbury St Mary the walk will take you through ancient woodland, past rivers, ponds and waterfalls and is a magnificent way to spend a warm summer’s day.

The event is open to all and children are welcome at parents’ responsibility. Well behaved dogs on a lead are also welcome to join, again at owners’ responsibility.

Once you register for this event you will then receive your training, kit and fundraising guides!

For more information, visit: www.advocateevents.co.uk

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sports news children her top netball tips and put the youngsters through their paces at Surrey Sports Park, the home of the 2015 and 2016 festival.

A huge array of sports will again be on offer at GoFest, with free top quality, family friendly coaching in small groups for all ages and abilities, delivered by over 40 sports and dance providers including many National Governing Bodies, SCL coaching, Chelsea FC Foundation, Surrey Storm netball and other local sporting businesses.

“I was and Ambassador last year too and what I love about GoFest is that it’s very relaxed, you can go as a family from activity to activity and just have a go,” said former Olympian Roger Black.

“It really doesn’t matter how good you are, it’s an amazing opportunity, for kids, and parents too, who may not normally be the stars, to have their turn”

Gofest 2016 Surrey Sports Park 13th and 14th July, Following its launch last year, Gofest is back for 2016 and is bigger and better!

Last month’s official launch at Surrey Sports Park was attended by a number of the festival’s ambassadors and gave attendees a taste of what’s coming this August. Olympic Silver medallist Roger Black, Rugby World Cup Champion

Maggie Alphonsi and Badminton legend Gail Emms were all in attendance.

The sporting icons joined in a variety of activities with children from St Catherine’s School and Prior’s Field School as Founder Paul Farris unveiled exciting new plans for the 2016 festival of sport, dance, health and fitness, taking place over the weekend of 13-14 August.

Gofest founder Paul Farris said: “along with over 40 sports and activities for the whole family to try, we’ll also have live music and dance/fitness classes on the Main Stage and live sport from the Olympic Games on our huge screens.

This year, we are delighted to be supported by our Title Sponsor, Argos who are right behind the GoFest ethos of “Uniting families with Activity.”

Surrey Storm Netball Superleague champion Amy Flanagan also gave

For more information, visit: www.gofest.co.uk

Supercar Sunday Brooklands Sunday 17th July This all-marques event will feature demonstrations on the Mercedes-Benz World track and Test Hill of exotic and exclusive modern and classic cars including Maseratis, Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Mercedes-Benz, Jaguars, top-end Alfa Romeos, Aston Martins, Bugattis, Rolls Royces, Porsches and Bentleys. A unique opportunity for visitors to enjoy supercars at close quarters.

In addition to the Supercar displays there will also be car club and classic car displays on the Finishing Straight and near Concorde.

For more information, visit: www.brooklandsmuseum.com

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The BMW 2 Series

The Ultimate Driving Machine

ROOM FOR MORE SHOPPING. For more information or to book a 24-hour test drive* in the spacious, family-friendly BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or Gran Tourer, call 01483 207000 or visit www.vinesofguildfordbmw.co.uk

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Official fuel economy figures for the BMW range: Urban 13. 8-72.4mpg (20.5-3.9l /100km). Extra Urban 30.4-91.3mpg (9.3-3.1l /100km). Combined 21.1-83.1mpg (13.4-3.4l /100km). CO2 emissions 314-89g/km.

Figures may vary depending on driving style and conditions. *Test drive subject to applicant status and availability

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TEST DRIVE: NEW MINI CONVERTIBLE

By Rossyln Rouse

We took a spin in the new MINI Convertible, courtesy of Vines of Guildford MINI. *Spoiler alert* we really rather liked it…

Being the driver of an automobile that resembles a small tractor (and steers like one), which instead of having a built-in sat-nav has an actual compass, I jumped at the chance to pilot the new MINI convertible – cue over-sized sunglasses and a head scarf flying off in the wind, Bridget Jones styley.

My first thoughts were of lots of posing opportunities - my local is famed for its abundance of gorgeous new cars, and the familiar yet striking sight of a roof-down MINI looked completely at home. So the first box is ticked – the aesthetics are a strong suit…

Journeying home was a pleasant surprise at how easily my new MINI friend took the country roads and the numerous pot holes.

My initial findings were proven correct and the steering was indeed incredibly tight, making navigating these treacherous roads an absolute delight.

Musings aside, the new MINI convertible truly is a marvel. It is surprisingly spacious given its name – I was able to fit my 6 foot 4 boyfriend in the passenger seat (I wasn’t however, able

to stop him being a backseat driver). The boot is surprisingly spacious when the roof is up and would easily fit an overnight bag in it (if you aren’t at the mercy of an equine companion and are the type to swan off for luxury long weekends).

The MINI is extremely functional too. The electrical hood mechanism is quick and easy to use with just a simple touch of a button; it can be adjusted at speeds up to 30mph and can be used as just a sunroof if you don’t fancy ruining your hair. When the roof is closed the multiple layered soft top provides sufficient sound (not to mention heat) insulation, which makes it more comfortable for longer journeys.

The gorgeous interior is packed with a whole host of features, including an endlessly useful rain warning! An excellent addition, considering the rather ‘inconsistent’ weather associated with living in good old England.

The MINI Convertible also boasts hands-free Bluetooth, sat-nav, park assist and state of the art sound system. The coloured ring around the centre console adds a fun finishing touch, changing colour depending on your chosen driving mode – I mainly opted for maximum go-cart feel.

In short, we cannot recommend this new convertible enough. An affordable luxury drive all wrapped up in a gorgeous MINI package…

VITAL STATISTICS PRICE From £18,475

ENGINE 1.5l 3 cylinder petrol

ACCELERATION 0 – 60mph in 8.8 seconds

TOP SPEED 129mph

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BUSINESS News WORLDPAY PARTNERS WITH UNIQUE SECURE FOR NEW PAYMENT SYSTEM FOR SMALL BUSINESSES Worldpay, the UK’s leading payments processor, has partnered with Guildford-based Unique Secure to develop a new, flexible all-in-one tablet and till-based payment system for small business owners.

The new product, called My Business Hub, makes taking and reconciling payments simpler and less time-consuming than current solutions for small business owners. It sits at the heart of Worldpay’s strategy to provide small business owners with access to the tools and support they need to grow. The product is being marketed to Worldpay’s customer base of over 300,000 small businesses and independent retailers across the UK. Unique Secure, based at Surrey Research Park, has designed and manufactured the hardware for My Business Hub, with Worldpay developing the software which not only enables

businesses to take and easily reconcile cash and card payments but also to see cash and card transactions, track performance, view sales trends and gain valuable data about their business.

My Business Hub consolidates existing cash registers, payment devices and receipt printers into one fully integrated payment device. Operated by a detachable Android tablet, the device gives business owners the freedom to take payments anywhere on their shop-floor via Wi-Fi. This flexibility means staff can spend more time helping and advising customers, enhancing the overall customer experience, while also helping to reduce queues at busy times.

My Business Hub is currently available on a limited basis, with full roll-out scheduled for summer 2016.

For further information about Unique Secure, visit unique-secure.com

Woking Means Business 2016 is Open for Bookings Following the success of the 2015 event, the floor plan is now up and ready to take bookings for the 2016 exhibition. In fact a number of companies have already booked – not bad considering the event takes place in October…

These local business to business events are the ideal way to raise the profile, meet new contacts and network. The seminars provide invaluable information and inspiration whist the Council and other business leaders are on hand to provide help and support wherever possible.

As you will no doubt be aware, Woking is an exciting place to do business with new companies moving in to the area, new restaurants opening and Woking Borough Council and the local Chambers of Commerce keen to help and support.

Woking Means Business 2016 takes place on 5th October at Woking’s HG Wells and Conference Centre.

Find out more and book your place at wokingmeansbusiness.com

Cranleigh Chamber of Commerce Summer BBQ RICHARD ONSLOW, CRANLEIGH 20TH JULY Join Cranleigh Chamber of Commerce for an evening of delicious BBQ food, refreshing drinks and excellent company.

This is an opportunity to get social with other Chamber members, and partners are very welcome.

Every attendee will receive a free goody bag and have the opportunity to take part in a raffle to win a series of fantastic prizes donated by local businesses, with funds raised going towards the Cranleigh Christmas Lights.

Tickets are £20.

Find out more at cranleighbiz.co.uk.

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IMPORT TRAINING COURSE A FOUNDATION COURSE IN IMPORTING

Register Now for Business Courses at Guildford College

HOLIDAY INN SHEPPERTON 12TH JULY This import training course will offer practical guidance on the latest procedures, terminology and documentation required for successful importing.

It will highlight some of the pitfalls that often cause importers to incur unnecessary costs and delays in arrival of goods and suggest some ways of avoiding these. It will increase understanding of Customs rules and compliance procedures and look briefly at some of the duty reliefs available. Sole traders, personnel from large corporations and small and medium size enterprises are all welcome to attend. If you are a novice and looking to find out more about the intricacies of importing, this event is an absolute must.

Find out more at surrey-chambers.co.uk

PROJECTFIVE MD WINS THE AWARD FOR ‘DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR FOR LONDON AND THE SOUTH EAST’

Full and part time business, accounting and law courses are now open for registration, with most beginning in September 2016.

Guildford College offer numerous courses in a wide variety of business and law-related fields, including HR, accounting, leadership and management and economics. You can do part time evening courses as a means to learn the fundamentals, or partake in full time degree courses according to your aims and aspirations.

All vital elements of business study are covered at courses here, and for anyone looking to study, Guildford College should be at the forefront of your mind.

Find out more and register by visiting guildford.ac.uk or for course information call 01483 44 85 85.

MEMBERS’ NETWORKING EVENING Royal Holloway University 21st July

Projectfive MD and Surrey Chambers Board Member, Steve Coburn, has won the award for Director of the Year for London and the South East.

A great chance to meet and discuss with fellow Surrey businesses in one of the most beautiful pieces of architecture the county has to offer.

The Director of the Year Awards celebrate the very best in UK business. They are a public recognition of the key role that directors play, not only in the UK’s economy but also in job preservation and creation. They place emphasis on individual excellence and achievement – and Steve has proven himself a worthy winner.

Join members and non-members for another networking opportunity. Networking is a sure fire way to creating sales and ultimately growing your business. Developing fresh, new and long lasting business contacts is a constant need for any business wishing to succeed. The question is, “Are you networking enough?”

The team said: “winning this award is a huge accolade for Steve and well-deserved recognition of his hard work in driving our company forward. He empowers us all to be the best we can be, and fosters a team spirit that is passionate about what we do and always links back to our three key values: to help people, make friends and stand out.”

The event is absolutely free to members and one additional guest (£20+VAT for non-Chambers members) and refreshments and canapés will be served throughout the event. What do you have to lose? Just don’t forget your business cards!

Find out more at surrey-chambers.co.uk

Find out more about the venue at venue.royalholloway.ac.uk and the event at surrey-chambers.co.uk

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