BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//VantagePoint Magazine - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for VantagePoint Magazine
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Europe/London
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20250330T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20251026T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20260329T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20261025T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20270328T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20271031T010000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260404T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20251208T150117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T150117Z
UID:10026017-1775296800-1775322000@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wildlife Wonders: A Gardener’s Calendar
DESCRIPTION:As part of the RHS ‘Bringing Nature Home’ initiative\, this unique show invites visitors to discover how gardening calendars and almanacs have guided generations of gardeners\, and how gardens\, in turn\, have become essential sanctuaries for wildlife. This latest exhibition in the Old Laboratory is included in normal garden admission.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/wildlife-wonders-a-gardeners-calendar/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:RHS Garden Wisley\, RHS Garden Wisley\, Woking\, Surrey\, GU23 6QB\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Library-Exhibition-image-sm.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="RHS Garden Wisley":MAILTO:wisley@rhs.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260404T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260404T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260203T104500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T104500Z
UID:10027326-1775295000-1775322000@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Art Exhibition : Women Change Makers
DESCRIPTION:Art Exhibition | Women Change Makers\nThe “Women Change Makers” portrait exhibition highlights the extraordinary journeys of women who have defied societal norms and paved the way for future generations.\nThe “Women Change Makers” portrait exhibition\, in collaboration with a legacy podcast station\, celebrates women who have challenged societal norms and paved the way for future generations. Featuring photographic portraits\, historical context\, contemporary art\, and podcasts\, the exhibition highlights achievements and resilience.\nEach piece tells a story of overcoming adversity in male-dominated fields\, stressing both individual accomplishments and the importance of supporting women in their pursuit of equality.\nKey Themes:\nIntergenerational Wisdom:\nShowcasing contributions from both historic and contemporary women\, the exhibition illustrates how past lessons inform ongoing efforts toward gender equality\, inspiring younger generations to build on this legacy.\nEmpowerment\, Representation & Social Change:\nHighlighting stories of women advocating for equality today\, this theme underscores the ongoing need for representation and continued progress.\nGender-Diverse Teams:\nEmphasising the benefits of diverse teams\, the exhibition shows how varied perspectives enhance creativity and innovation\, helping organisations adapt and succeed.\nOverall\, “Women Change Makers” is a tribute to women’s impact on society\, aiming to inspire conversation and action around gender equality.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/art-exhibition-women-change-makers/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:Guildford Cathedral\, Stag Hill\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU2 7UP\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WCM-SQ_Jude.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Guildford Cathedral":MAILTO:marketing@guildford-cathedral.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260404T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260404T163000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260203T110635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T110635Z
UID:10027687-1775293200-1775320200@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Art Exhibition : Ukrainian Icons Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Art Exhibition : Ukrainian Icons Exhibition\nGuildford Cathedral is proud to host the powerful Icons on Ammunition Boxes Exhibition\, showcasing extraordinary works by Ukrainian artists who paint traditional religious icons on reclaimed ammunition boxes from active war zones.\nBy transforming instruments of death into symbols of life\, hope and faith\, the exhibition raises vital funds for frontline medical aid in Ukraine\, with support from local Rotary Clubs.\nThe exhibition has returned to the Cathedral on several occasions in recent years\, helping to fund essential medical supplies and vehicles and making a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by the conflict.\nFree admission – please check website before visiting.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/art-exhibition-ukrainian-icons-exhibition/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:Guildford Cathedral\, Stag Hill\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU2 7UP\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Virgin-mary-Icon.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Guildford Cathedral":MAILTO:marketing@guildford-cathedral.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260404T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260404T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260218T153729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T153729Z
UID:10028310-1775289600-1775322000@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Spring Craft Collection 2026
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Spring Craft Collection at New Ashgate Gallery\, a curated exhibition of contemporary craft by over 50 artists and makers working across ceramics\, jewellery\, textiles and glass. The collection celebrates skilled making\, thoughtful design and work that sits well in everyday life. \nThis seasonal display brings together established names and emerging talent\, with each piece selected for its quality\, material intelligence and lasting appeal. Whether you are looking to buy contemporary craft for your home or searching for a distinctive handmade gift\, the Spring Craft Collection offers work to live with and return to. \nThe ceramics selection includes functional and decorative work by Jill Fanshawe Kato\, Sarah Hillman\, Justine Jenner\, Jessica Mason\, Linda Pitcher and Kate Schuricht. From tableware to sculptural forms\, these pieces show a strong relationship between material\, process and use. \nOur contemporary spring jewellery features wearable work by Rachel Butlin\, Shimara Carlow\, Beca Fflur\, Shirani Fernando\, Shirley Nelson and Guy Royle. The collection ranges from subtle everyday pieces to more expressive designs\, with a focus on skilled making and considered materials. \nTextile artists in the Spring Craft Collection include Bonita Ahuja\, Jaine Mahon\, Linda Miller and Tessuti Scotland. The work spans interior and wearable textiles\, combining colour\, pattern and structure with a strong sense of touch and use. \nGlass work for spring includes pieces by Scott Benefield\, Ruth Dresman\, Candice Wu\, Liz Huppert\, Peter Layton\, Emmy Palmer\, Helen Slater\, Jo Vincent\, Frans Wesselman and Liz Welch. The selection includes both functional glass and decorative forms\, chosen for clarity\, weight and finish. \nAll works in the Spring Craft Collection are available to buy through the gallery. Purchasing from New Ashgate Gallery supports independent artists and makers while investing in high-quality contemporary craft made in the UK. \nVisit the gallery in Farnham to see the full Spring Craft Collection in person or browse available work online. Free UK delivery from £60.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/spring-craft-collection-2026/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:New Ashgate Gallery\, Wagon Yard/Lower Church La\, Farnham\, GU9 7PS\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/BALANCE-Pink-Moon.-Bonita-Ahuja-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Ashgate Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@newashgate.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260404T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260404T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260218T153709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T153709Z
UID:10028452-1775289600-1775322000@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Makila Nsika (M.Kala): Pattern\, Texture\, Ornament
DESCRIPTION:New Ashgate Gallery presents a solo exhibition by Makila Nsika (M.Kala)\, winner of the Rising Stars 2025 Award. The exhibition brings together new jewellery and object-based work shaped by Makila’s ongoing research into pattern\, repetition\, and surface\, developed through careful making and collaboration. \nMakila is a London-based teacher\, designer and jeweller whose practice connects contemporary jewellery with cultural heritage and responsible material choices. Her use of stones is now focused within a single collection\, using lab-grown diamonds and potentially other lab-grown stones. Alongside this collection\, Makila has developed a series of rings with hand-textured surfaces made in collaboration with an artisan\, where tactile pattern becomes the main visual and conceptual language. \nThe exhibition also introduces a larger-scale work in development using raffia\, drawing on histories of body ornament. This new piece considers ornament as a social and cultural structure that can frame\, reveal\, or obscure the body\, informed by Makila’s dual cultural inheritance\, African and European. A selection of work will be available to buy\, offering collectors the chance to acquire pieces from an emerging practice at a key stage of growth.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/makila-nsika-m-kala-pattern-texture-ornament/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:New Ashgate Gallery\, Wagon Yard/Lower Church La\, Farnham\, GU9 7PS\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Mkala_PalmNecklace_Alya_Heather@Boekbinderphotography-Re.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Ashgate Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@newashgate.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20251219T103647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T103647Z
UID:10026253-1775244600-1775250000@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Squidge
DESCRIPTION:White Noise Theatre present an outrageous\, dark comedy about the shortfalls of our education system and finding love in darkness – the debut play of award-winning screenwriter and actress\, Tiggy Bayley. \nA disillusioned and cynical teaching assistant meets her match in a troubled little Irish Traveller. Squidge follows Daisy as she navigates her new job in a South London state school. When she is assigned a young Irish traveller to help with his reading she finds hope in an unlikely friendship.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/squidge/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:Yvonne Arnaud Theatre\, Millbrook\, Guildford\, GU1 3UX\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Yvonne-Arnaud-3.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Yvonne Arnaud Theatre":MAILTO:boxoffice@yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T113000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20251117T151004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T151004Z
UID:10025145-1775214000-1775215800@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Library Talks
DESCRIPTION:Book your free ticket for one of our regular Friday Library talks. Covering many\, varied subjects\, these short talks are a regular feature arranged by the library staff. Check the website for details and reserve a space. Included in normal garden admission.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/library-talks/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:RHS Garden Wisley\, RHS Garden Wisley\, Woking\, Surrey\, GU23 6QB\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Library-Talks-cr-RHS-Adrian-Green-sm.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="RHS Garden Wisley":MAILTO:wisley@rhs.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260218T153717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T153717Z
UID:10028380-1775210400-1775235600@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Shorelines and Horizons
DESCRIPTION:Shorelines and Horizons brings together large-scale prints by three significant figures in British art: Trevor Price\, Barbara Rae and Donald Hamilton Fraser. The exhibition focuses on landscape as structure and sensation rather than description. Trevor Price’s woodcuts and engravings build dense surfaces through repeated line\, capturing water\, woodland\, vegetation and reflection with quiet intensity. Barbara Rae’s prints use colour and compression to hold coast\, sea and sky in dynamic balance. Donald Hamilton Fraser’s work centres on horizon and division\, using strong colour relationships to create tension\, depth and rhythm. \nThese are substantial works on paper\, selected for their scale and visual weight. Shorelines and Horizons offers a focused encounter with how three artists approach landscape through print\, each using different means to address light\, distance and movement. The exhibition rewards sustained looking and will appeal to collectors seeking confident\, collectable prints with strong physical presence. Shown together\, the works reveal both contrast and shared ground\, reinforcing printmaking as a medium capable of ambition\, impact and lasting relevance.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/shorelines-and-horizons/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:New Ashgate Gallery\, Wagon Yard/Lower Church La\, Farnham\, GU9 7PS\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Barbara-Rae-Ice-Wall-Avanaata.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Ashgate Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@newashgate.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260218T153700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T153700Z
UID:10028482-1775210400-1775235600@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Christina Taylor-Smith: Zen Garden
DESCRIPTION:Christina Taylor-Smith is a British printmaker whose work uses line\, texture and colour to map the pull between natural rhythms and human-made structures. This exhibition focuses on her new Oxford body of work. Expect layered prints with a strong sense of surface and light\, built through drawn marks\, embossing and\, in some pieces\, metal leaf. \nThe starting point is a crane motif\, chosen for its associations with wisdom\, longevity\, and renewal. Christina developed the work while researching Waterperry Gardens and the ideas behind The Printed Garden\, tracing links between observation\, philosophy\, and the love of wisdom. In a time that can feel loud and uncertain\, the work holds space for attention\, clarity\, and quiet strength. \nChristina studied fine art in Brussels and at the Surrey Institute in Farnham and was Head of Printmaking and Artist in Residence at South Hill Park Arts Centre.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/christina-taylor-smith-zen-garden/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:New Ashgate Gallery\, Wagon Yard/Lower Church La\, Farnham\, GU9 7PS\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/4915-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Ashgate Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@newashgate.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20251208T150117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T150117Z
UID:10026016-1775210400-1775235600@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wildlife Wonders: A Gardener’s Calendar
DESCRIPTION:As part of the RHS ‘Bringing Nature Home’ initiative\, this unique show invites visitors to discover how gardening calendars and almanacs have guided generations of gardeners\, and how gardens\, in turn\, have become essential sanctuaries for wildlife. This latest exhibition in the Old Laboratory is included in normal garden admission.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/wildlife-wonders-a-gardeners-calendar/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:RHS Garden Wisley\, RHS Garden Wisley\, Woking\, Surrey\, GU23 6QB\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Library-Exhibition-image-sm.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="RHS Garden Wisley":MAILTO:wisley@rhs.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260203T104500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T104500Z
UID:10027325-1775208600-1775235600@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Art Exhibition : Women Change Makers
DESCRIPTION:Art Exhibition | Women Change Makers\nThe “Women Change Makers” portrait exhibition highlights the extraordinary journeys of women who have defied societal norms and paved the way for future generations.\nThe “Women Change Makers” portrait exhibition\, in collaboration with a legacy podcast station\, celebrates women who have challenged societal norms and paved the way for future generations. Featuring photographic portraits\, historical context\, contemporary art\, and podcasts\, the exhibition highlights achievements and resilience.\nEach piece tells a story of overcoming adversity in male-dominated fields\, stressing both individual accomplishments and the importance of supporting women in their pursuit of equality.\nKey Themes:\nIntergenerational Wisdom:\nShowcasing contributions from both historic and contemporary women\, the exhibition illustrates how past lessons inform ongoing efforts toward gender equality\, inspiring younger generations to build on this legacy.\nEmpowerment\, Representation & Social Change:\nHighlighting stories of women advocating for equality today\, this theme underscores the ongoing need for representation and continued progress.\nGender-Diverse Teams:\nEmphasising the benefits of diverse teams\, the exhibition shows how varied perspectives enhance creativity and innovation\, helping organisations adapt and succeed.\nOverall\, “Women Change Makers” is a tribute to women’s impact on society\, aiming to inspire conversation and action around gender equality.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/art-exhibition-women-change-makers/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:Guildford Cathedral\, Stag Hill\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU2 7UP\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WCM-SQ_Jude.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Guildford Cathedral":MAILTO:marketing@guildford-cathedral.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T163000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260203T110635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T110635Z
UID:10027686-1775206800-1775233800@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Art Exhibition : Ukrainian Icons Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Art Exhibition : Ukrainian Icons Exhibition\nGuildford Cathedral is proud to host the powerful Icons on Ammunition Boxes Exhibition\, showcasing extraordinary works by Ukrainian artists who paint traditional religious icons on reclaimed ammunition boxes from active war zones.\nBy transforming instruments of death into symbols of life\, hope and faith\, the exhibition raises vital funds for frontline medical aid in Ukraine\, with support from local Rotary Clubs.\nThe exhibition has returned to the Cathedral on several occasions in recent years\, helping to fund essential medical supplies and vehicles and making a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by the conflict.\nFree admission – please check website before visiting.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/art-exhibition-ukrainian-icons-exhibition/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:Guildford Cathedral\, Stag Hill\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU2 7UP\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Virgin-mary-Icon.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Guildford Cathedral":MAILTO:marketing@guildford-cathedral.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260218T153729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T153729Z
UID:10028309-1775203200-1775235600@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Spring Craft Collection 2026
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Spring Craft Collection at New Ashgate Gallery\, a curated exhibition of contemporary craft by over 50 artists and makers working across ceramics\, jewellery\, textiles and glass. The collection celebrates skilled making\, thoughtful design and work that sits well in everyday life. \nThis seasonal display brings together established names and emerging talent\, with each piece selected for its quality\, material intelligence and lasting appeal. Whether you are looking to buy contemporary craft for your home or searching for a distinctive handmade gift\, the Spring Craft Collection offers work to live with and return to. \nThe ceramics selection includes functional and decorative work by Jill Fanshawe Kato\, Sarah Hillman\, Justine Jenner\, Jessica Mason\, Linda Pitcher and Kate Schuricht. From tableware to sculptural forms\, these pieces show a strong relationship between material\, process and use. \nOur contemporary spring jewellery features wearable work by Rachel Butlin\, Shimara Carlow\, Beca Fflur\, Shirani Fernando\, Shirley Nelson and Guy Royle. The collection ranges from subtle everyday pieces to more expressive designs\, with a focus on skilled making and considered materials. \nTextile artists in the Spring Craft Collection include Bonita Ahuja\, Jaine Mahon\, Linda Miller and Tessuti Scotland. The work spans interior and wearable textiles\, combining colour\, pattern and structure with a strong sense of touch and use. \nGlass work for spring includes pieces by Scott Benefield\, Ruth Dresman\, Candice Wu\, Liz Huppert\, Peter Layton\, Emmy Palmer\, Helen Slater\, Jo Vincent\, Frans Wesselman and Liz Welch. The selection includes both functional glass and decorative forms\, chosen for clarity\, weight and finish. \nAll works in the Spring Craft Collection are available to buy through the gallery. Purchasing from New Ashgate Gallery supports independent artists and makers while investing in high-quality contemporary craft made in the UK. \nVisit the gallery in Farnham to see the full Spring Craft Collection in person or browse available work online. Free UK delivery from £60.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/spring-craft-collection-2026/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:New Ashgate Gallery\, Wagon Yard/Lower Church La\, Farnham\, GU9 7PS\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/BALANCE-Pink-Moon.-Bonita-Ahuja-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Ashgate Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@newashgate.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260403T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260218T153709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T153709Z
UID:10028451-1775203200-1775235600@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Makila Nsika (M.Kala): Pattern\, Texture\, Ornament
DESCRIPTION:New Ashgate Gallery presents a solo exhibition by Makila Nsika (M.Kala)\, winner of the Rising Stars 2025 Award. The exhibition brings together new jewellery and object-based work shaped by Makila’s ongoing research into pattern\, repetition\, and surface\, developed through careful making and collaboration. \nMakila is a London-based teacher\, designer and jeweller whose practice connects contemporary jewellery with cultural heritage and responsible material choices. Her use of stones is now focused within a single collection\, using lab-grown diamonds and potentially other lab-grown stones. Alongside this collection\, Makila has developed a series of rings with hand-textured surfaces made in collaboration with an artisan\, where tactile pattern becomes the main visual and conceptual language. \nThe exhibition also introduces a larger-scale work in development using raffia\, drawing on histories of body ornament. This new piece considers ornament as a social and cultural structure that can frame\, reveal\, or obscure the body\, informed by Makila’s dual cultural inheritance\, African and European. A selection of work will be available to buy\, offering collectors the chance to acquire pieces from an emerging practice at a key stage of growth.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/makila-nsika-m-kala-pattern-texture-ornament/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:New Ashgate Gallery\, Wagon Yard/Lower Church La\, Farnham\, GU9 7PS\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Mkala_PalmNecklace_Alya_Heather@Boekbinderphotography-Re.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Ashgate Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@newashgate.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20250915T082956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T082956Z
UID:10023946-1775160000-1775167200@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Box Hill Bedlam Border Morris Open Practice - Dance\, Music\, Fitness
DESCRIPTION:It’s OPEN PRACTICE Season. \nWhere fitness meets folklore. Dare to dance on the dark side? \nBox Hill Bedlam’s Open Practice is your chance to experience a bold\, creative twist on traditional Morris dancing. Forget hankies and bells—our steam-goth style blends rhythmic steps\, clashing sticks\, and moves inspired by local myths and modern riffs. Weekly practices lead to dance-outs in cities\, towns\, fêtes\, and festivals across the Surrey Hills and South of England. \nWe’re a lively\, mixed-gender side offering a fun\, creative\, and active way to keep fit. Based in Dorking town centre. \nCurious? Here’s what makes Box Hill Bedlam more than just dancing: \n1. A Bold\, High-Energy Workout\nThis isn’t your average fitness class. It’s movement\, rhythmic power\, and full-body engagement\, all disguised as an exhilarating\, energy-filled dance. A creative way to keep fit without stepping inside a gym. \n2. Unleash Your Creativity\nIf you’re looking for a creative outlet that’s different from anything else\, this is it. The steam-goth aesthetic\, theatrical performances\, and raw energy make every session a chance to step into a different world and tell a story through movement. \n3. A Thriving Social Scene\nMorris is more than just dancing—it’s pints after practice\, road trips to festivals\, and joining a tight-knit\, welcoming crew. Whether you’re looking to make new friends or just want to be part of something bigger\, Bedlam brings people together. \n4. Perform in Incredible Locations\nFrom historic town squares to vibrant festivals\, dance-outs take you across the Surrey Hills and beyond. There’s nothing quite like the buzz of performing\, hearing the sticks clash\, and feeling the energy of the crowd. \n5. No Experience? No Problem!\nIf you can clap in time\, you can learn to dance. The weekly open practice sessions make it easy to start\, and the six-week trial period lets you find your footing before committing. It’s fun\, accessible\, and completely unique. \nReady to give it a go? Book your free taster session\nEmail ua at boxhillbedlam@gmail.com\, with details on:\nWhether you’d like to dance\, drum\, or play (and which instrument you play)\nYour experience level (e.g. complete beginner / some experience / seasoned folkie)\nAnything we should know to help you get the most from the session (e.g. access needs) \nCheck us out at:\nwww.facebook.com/BoxHillBedlam\nwww.youtube.com/@BoxHillBedlam/ \nWe’re not your average Morris dancers. Ready to ditch the treadmill for something dynamic\, creative\, and ridiculously fun? \nSee you in Bedlam.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/box-hill-bedlam-border-morris-open-practice-dance-music-fitness/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Dorking Christian Centre\, Church Stree\, Dorking\, Surrey\, RH4 1DW\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/453251795_1016789177116845_1212785328807226578_n.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Box Hill Bedlam Morris":MAILTO:boxhillbedlam@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T220000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260113T110821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T110821Z
UID:10026658-1775158200-1775167200@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Line Dancing - Leatherhead
DESCRIPTION:Line Dancing – Leatherhead.\nEvery Thursday 19:30 – 22:00.\nLine dancing to all kinds of music\, absolute beginners welcome. Free on-site parking\, no need to book.\nTrinity School\, Woodvill Road\, Leatherhead\, KT22 7BP.\n£7 on the door for both classes.\nFirst class – Beginners.\nSecond class – Improvers.\nCome & join our friendly\, inclusive\, supportive community! Everyone very welcome\nhttps://www.facebook.com/LineDancingLeatherhead/
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/line-dancing-leatherhead/2026-04-02/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/FLYER6-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20251219T103647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T103647Z
UID:10026252-1775158200-1775163600@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Squidge
DESCRIPTION:White Noise Theatre present an outrageous\, dark comedy about the shortfalls of our education system and finding love in darkness – the debut play of award-winning screenwriter and actress\, Tiggy Bayley. \nA disillusioned and cynical teaching assistant meets her match in a troubled little Irish Traveller. Squidge follows Daisy as she navigates her new job in a South London state school. When she is assigned a young Irish traveller to help with his reading she finds hope in an unlikely friendship.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/squidge/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Yvonne Arnaud Theatre\, Millbrook\, Guildford\, GU1 3UX\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Yvonne-Arnaud-3.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Yvonne Arnaud Theatre":MAILTO:boxoffice@yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260218T153717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T153717Z
UID:10028379-1775124000-1775149200@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Shorelines and Horizons
DESCRIPTION:Shorelines and Horizons brings together large-scale prints by three significant figures in British art: Trevor Price\, Barbara Rae and Donald Hamilton Fraser. The exhibition focuses on landscape as structure and sensation rather than description. Trevor Price’s woodcuts and engravings build dense surfaces through repeated line\, capturing water\, woodland\, vegetation and reflection with quiet intensity. Barbara Rae’s prints use colour and compression to hold coast\, sea and sky in dynamic balance. Donald Hamilton Fraser’s work centres on horizon and division\, using strong colour relationships to create tension\, depth and rhythm. \nThese are substantial works on paper\, selected for their scale and visual weight. Shorelines and Horizons offers a focused encounter with how three artists approach landscape through print\, each using different means to address light\, distance and movement. The exhibition rewards sustained looking and will appeal to collectors seeking confident\, collectable prints with strong physical presence. Shown together\, the works reveal both contrast and shared ground\, reinforcing printmaking as a medium capable of ambition\, impact and lasting relevance.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/shorelines-and-horizons/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:New Ashgate Gallery\, Wagon Yard/Lower Church La\, Farnham\, GU9 7PS\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Barbara-Rae-Ice-Wall-Avanaata.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Ashgate Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@newashgate.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260218T153700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T153700Z
UID:10028481-1775124000-1775149200@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Christina Taylor-Smith: Zen Garden
DESCRIPTION:Christina Taylor-Smith is a British printmaker whose work uses line\, texture and colour to map the pull between natural rhythms and human-made structures. This exhibition focuses on her new Oxford body of work. Expect layered prints with a strong sense of surface and light\, built through drawn marks\, embossing and\, in some pieces\, metal leaf. \nThe starting point is a crane motif\, chosen for its associations with wisdom\, longevity\, and renewal. Christina developed the work while researching Waterperry Gardens and the ideas behind The Printed Garden\, tracing links between observation\, philosophy\, and the love of wisdom. In a time that can feel loud and uncertain\, the work holds space for attention\, clarity\, and quiet strength. \nChristina studied fine art in Brussels and at the Surrey Institute in Farnham and was Head of Printmaking and Artist in Residence at South Hill Park Arts Centre.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/christina-taylor-smith-zen-garden/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:New Ashgate Gallery\, Wagon Yard/Lower Church La\, Farnham\, GU9 7PS\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/4915-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Ashgate Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@newashgate.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20251208T150117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T150117Z
UID:10026015-1775124000-1775149200@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wildlife Wonders: A Gardener’s Calendar
DESCRIPTION:As part of the RHS ‘Bringing Nature Home’ initiative\, this unique show invites visitors to discover how gardening calendars and almanacs have guided generations of gardeners\, and how gardens\, in turn\, have become essential sanctuaries for wildlife. This latest exhibition in the Old Laboratory is included in normal garden admission.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/wildlife-wonders-a-gardeners-calendar/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:RHS Garden Wisley\, RHS Garden Wisley\, Woking\, Surrey\, GU23 6QB\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Library-Exhibition-image-sm.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="RHS Garden Wisley":MAILTO:wisley@rhs.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260116T094148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T094148Z
UID:10027176-1775124000-1775145600@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:National Garden Scheme: The Old Vicarage Washington: Open Garden
DESCRIPTION:The Old Vicarage The Street\, Washington\, RH20 4AS\nOpen Every Thur 5 Feb to 1 Oct (10am-4pm). Adm £10\, chd free. Pre-booking essential\, please visit www.ngs. org.uk for information & booking. Self service light refreshments on Thurs (cash only) & picnics welcome. \nMon 6 Apr\, Mon 31 Aug (10am-5pm). Adm £10\, chd free. Home-made teas. Purchase ticket in advance or at the gate on the day. Visits also by arrangement 16 Mar to 1 Oct for groups of 10 to 30. No private group visits on Thursdays. \nA truly creative garden\, nurtured over 35 years to become a visitor favourite. Spanning over 3 acres\, it features formal topiary\, seasonal borders\, a contemporary water sculpture\, an Italianate gazebo\, specimen and mature trees\, a Japanese garden with waterfall and tea house\, a large copse with a stream\, a stumpery and treehouse\, and a kitchen garden with fruit trees. With 4000 tulips and bulbs planted annually\, the garden also opens in Feb for snowdrops. WC available. Featured in RHS The Garden magazine\, March 2025. Regional Finalist\, The English Garden’s The Nation’s Favourite Gardens 2021. Wheelchair access to front garden; rear garden is on a slope. \nhttps://findagarden.ngs.org.uk/garden/21793/the-old-vicarage \nThanks to the generosity of garden owners\, volunteers and visitors The National Garden Scheme have donated over £77.8 million to nursing and health charities and in 2025 made an annual donation of over £3.8 million. The core beneficiaries include Carer’s Trust\, Macmillan Cancer Support\, Marie Curie\, Hospice UK\, Parkinson’s UK and The Queen’s Nursing Institute. \nThe National Garden Scheme doesn’t just open beautiful gardens for charity – they are passionate about the physical and mental health benefits of gardens too. They also support charities doing amazing work in gardens and health and grant bursaries to help community gardening projects.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/national-garden-scheme-the-old-vicarage-washington-open-garden/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:The Old Vicarage The Street Washington\, Sussex RH20 4AS\, The Old Vicarage The Street Washington\, Sussex RH20 4AS\, Washington\, West Sussex\, RH20 4AS\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/SussexW-21793-The-Old-Vicarage-158278-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="National Garden Scheme%3A":MAILTO:hello@ngs.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20251110T090959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T090959Z
UID:10025008-1775124000-1775134800@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Easter family open morning
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy some Easter fun with us on Thursday 2nd April between 10am – 1pm. \nEnjoy refreshments and lots of fun activities in our beautiful gardens\, including pebble and plant pot painting\, and an Easter Egg hunt. \nEntry is by donation with a small fee for the various activities. We look forward to seeing you. \nDogs welcome\nWheelchair accessible\nOpen from 10-4pm\nFree parking \nThe Therapy Garden\, Manor Fruit Farm\, Normandy\, near Guildford. GU3 2DT
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/easter-family-open-morning/
LOCATION:The Therapy Garden – Normandy\, Manor Fruit Farm\, Glaziers Lane\, Normandy\, Surrey\, GU3 2DT\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Garden-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The Therapy Garden":MAILTO:admin@thetherapygarden.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260203T104500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T104500Z
UID:10027324-1775122200-1775149200@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Art Exhibition : Women Change Makers
DESCRIPTION:Art Exhibition | Women Change Makers\nThe “Women Change Makers” portrait exhibition highlights the extraordinary journeys of women who have defied societal norms and paved the way for future generations.\nThe “Women Change Makers” portrait exhibition\, in collaboration with a legacy podcast station\, celebrates women who have challenged societal norms and paved the way for future generations. Featuring photographic portraits\, historical context\, contemporary art\, and podcasts\, the exhibition highlights achievements and resilience.\nEach piece tells a story of overcoming adversity in male-dominated fields\, stressing both individual accomplishments and the importance of supporting women in their pursuit of equality.\nKey Themes:\nIntergenerational Wisdom:\nShowcasing contributions from both historic and contemporary women\, the exhibition illustrates how past lessons inform ongoing efforts toward gender equality\, inspiring younger generations to build on this legacy.\nEmpowerment\, Representation & Social Change:\nHighlighting stories of women advocating for equality today\, this theme underscores the ongoing need for representation and continued progress.\nGender-Diverse Teams:\nEmphasising the benefits of diverse teams\, the exhibition shows how varied perspectives enhance creativity and innovation\, helping organisations adapt and succeed.\nOverall\, “Women Change Makers” is a tribute to women’s impact on society\, aiming to inspire conversation and action around gender equality.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/art-exhibition-women-change-makers/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Guildford Cathedral\, Stag Hill\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU2 7UP\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/WCM-SQ_Jude.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Guildford Cathedral":MAILTO:marketing@guildford-cathedral.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T163000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260203T110635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T110635Z
UID:10027685-1775120400-1775147400@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Art Exhibition : Ukrainian Icons Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Art Exhibition : Ukrainian Icons Exhibition\nGuildford Cathedral is proud to host the powerful Icons on Ammunition Boxes Exhibition\, showcasing extraordinary works by Ukrainian artists who paint traditional religious icons on reclaimed ammunition boxes from active war zones.\nBy transforming instruments of death into symbols of life\, hope and faith\, the exhibition raises vital funds for frontline medical aid in Ukraine\, with support from local Rotary Clubs.\nThe exhibition has returned to the Cathedral on several occasions in recent years\, helping to fund essential medical supplies and vehicles and making a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by the conflict.\nFree admission – please check website before visiting.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/art-exhibition-ukrainian-icons-exhibition/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Guildford Cathedral\, Stag Hill\, Guildford\, Surrey\, GU2 7UP\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Virgin-mary-Icon.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Guildford Cathedral":MAILTO:marketing@guildford-cathedral.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260218T153729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T153729Z
UID:10028308-1775116800-1775149200@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Spring Craft Collection 2026
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Spring Craft Collection at New Ashgate Gallery\, a curated exhibition of contemporary craft by over 50 artists and makers working across ceramics\, jewellery\, textiles and glass. The collection celebrates skilled making\, thoughtful design and work that sits well in everyday life. \nThis seasonal display brings together established names and emerging talent\, with each piece selected for its quality\, material intelligence and lasting appeal. Whether you are looking to buy contemporary craft for your home or searching for a distinctive handmade gift\, the Spring Craft Collection offers work to live with and return to. \nThe ceramics selection includes functional and decorative work by Jill Fanshawe Kato\, Sarah Hillman\, Justine Jenner\, Jessica Mason\, Linda Pitcher and Kate Schuricht. From tableware to sculptural forms\, these pieces show a strong relationship between material\, process and use. \nOur contemporary spring jewellery features wearable work by Rachel Butlin\, Shimara Carlow\, Beca Fflur\, Shirani Fernando\, Shirley Nelson and Guy Royle. The collection ranges from subtle everyday pieces to more expressive designs\, with a focus on skilled making and considered materials. \nTextile artists in the Spring Craft Collection include Bonita Ahuja\, Jaine Mahon\, Linda Miller and Tessuti Scotland. The work spans interior and wearable textiles\, combining colour\, pattern and structure with a strong sense of touch and use. \nGlass work for spring includes pieces by Scott Benefield\, Ruth Dresman\, Candice Wu\, Liz Huppert\, Peter Layton\, Emmy Palmer\, Helen Slater\, Jo Vincent\, Frans Wesselman and Liz Welch. The selection includes both functional glass and decorative forms\, chosen for clarity\, weight and finish. \nAll works in the Spring Craft Collection are available to buy through the gallery. Purchasing from New Ashgate Gallery supports independent artists and makers while investing in high-quality contemporary craft made in the UK. \nVisit the gallery in Farnham to see the full Spring Craft Collection in person or browse available work online. Free UK delivery from £60.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/spring-craft-collection-2026/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:New Ashgate Gallery\, Wagon Yard/Lower Church La\, Farnham\, GU9 7PS\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/BALANCE-Pink-Moon.-Bonita-Ahuja-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Ashgate Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@newashgate.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260218T153709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T153709Z
UID:10028450-1775116800-1775149200@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Makila Nsika (M.Kala): Pattern\, Texture\, Ornament
DESCRIPTION:New Ashgate Gallery presents a solo exhibition by Makila Nsika (M.Kala)\, winner of the Rising Stars 2025 Award. The exhibition brings together new jewellery and object-based work shaped by Makila’s ongoing research into pattern\, repetition\, and surface\, developed through careful making and collaboration. \nMakila is a London-based teacher\, designer and jeweller whose practice connects contemporary jewellery with cultural heritage and responsible material choices. Her use of stones is now focused within a single collection\, using lab-grown diamonds and potentially other lab-grown stones. Alongside this collection\, Makila has developed a series of rings with hand-textured surfaces made in collaboration with an artisan\, where tactile pattern becomes the main visual and conceptual language. \nThe exhibition also introduces a larger-scale work in development using raffia\, drawing on histories of body ornament. This new piece considers ornament as a social and cultural structure that can frame\, reveal\, or obscure the body\, informed by Makila’s dual cultural inheritance\, African and European. A selection of work will be available to buy\, offering collectors the chance to acquire pieces from an emerging practice at a key stage of growth.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/makila-nsika-m-kala-pattern-texture-ornament/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:New Ashgate Gallery\, Wagon Yard/Lower Church La\, Farnham\, GU9 7PS\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Mkala_PalmNecklace_Alya_Heather@Boekbinderphotography-Re.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Ashgate Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@newashgate.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20260126T101621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T101621Z
UID:10027246-1774692000-1776013200@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Easter Detectives – Who Framed the Easter Bunny?
DESCRIPTION:Who framed the Easter Bunny? A question for the young detectives visiting RHS Garden Wisley this Easter\, from 28 March – 12 April. Find the clues\, solve the crime\, and rescue the Easter Bunny to get a small chocolate reward. No need to book\, just come along\, buy the trail pack (£3) and start sleuthing. Normal garden admission applies.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/easter-detectives-who-framed-the-easter-bunny/
LOCATION:RHS Garden Wisley\, RHS Garden Wisley\, Woking\, Surrey\, GU23 6QB\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Looking-for-the-Easter-Bunny-sm.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="RHS Garden Wisley":MAILTO:wisley@rhs.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T180000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20250924T145253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T145253Z
UID:10024493-1772877600-1777140000@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Pete Jackman: Layers of the Land
DESCRIPTION:Pete Jackman’s paintings explore the shifting moods\, colours\, and textures of the British coastline and countryside. Known for his layered approach in oils\, Pete creates surfaces that echo the weathering of land and the passage of time. His work balances realism and abstraction\, capturing light\, atmosphere\, and a sense of place that invites quiet reflection. \nThis new collection brings together his much-admired coastal and rural scenes with fresh work inspired by a recent trip to the Suffolk coast. The paintings deepen his exploration of space and texture\, with subtle shifts in colour and form that heighten mood and memory. Whether evoking the solitude of an open shore or the stillness of a distant horizon\, Pete’s work captures landscapes shaped as much by experience as by observation. \nWe are showing Pete’s work alongside ceramics by Jessica Jordan. Her work takes aerial views of West Sussex landscapes\, downs\, seascapes and seasonal patterns\, and translates them into sculptural vessels\, wall hangings and bowls. Her pieces layer texture\, pattern and natural marks that recall erosion\, weathering and the passage of time.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/pete-jackman-layers-of-the-land/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:New Ashgate Gallery\, Wagon Yard/Lower Church La\, Farnham\, GU9 7PS\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Orford-Ness-Small-Oil-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Ashgate Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@newashgate.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T180000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20250924T145250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T145250Z
UID:10024457-1772877600-1777140000@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Fiona Pearce: Making Shapes
DESCRIPTION:Fiona Pearce’s paintings burst with colour and energy\, celebrating the countryside around her Upper Farringdon studio. Working mainly in acrylics\, Fiona layers paint to create depth and atmosphere\, often beginning with digital sketches before translating them onto canvas by hand. Her work captures the rhythm of fields\, hedgerows\, and skies as well as the joy of a fleeting moment glimpsed on a walk or from the car window. \nThis exhibition marks a new chapter in Fiona’s practice\, unveiling vibrant floral paintings alongside her much-loved landscapes. Whether depicting a rolling horizon or a bloom in full glory\, these new works invite the viewer to feel the movement and light that inspire her.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/fiona-pearce-making-shapes/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:New Ashgate Gallery\, Wagon Yard/Lower Church La\, Farnham\, GU9 7PS\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Looking-Up-Acrylic-on-box-canvas-80cm-x-80cm-1400.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Ashgate Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@newashgate.org.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260306T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T180000
DTSTAMP:20260502T215607
CREATED:20250924T145253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T145253Z
UID:10024492-1772791200-1777053600@vantagepointmag.co.uk
SUMMARY:Pete Jackman: Layers of the Land
DESCRIPTION:Pete Jackman’s paintings explore the shifting moods\, colours\, and textures of the British coastline and countryside. Known for his layered approach in oils\, Pete creates surfaces that echo the weathering of land and the passage of time. His work balances realism and abstraction\, capturing light\, atmosphere\, and a sense of place that invites quiet reflection. \nThis new collection brings together his much-admired coastal and rural scenes with fresh work inspired by a recent trip to the Suffolk coast. The paintings deepen his exploration of space and texture\, with subtle shifts in colour and form that heighten mood and memory. Whether evoking the solitude of an open shore or the stillness of a distant horizon\, Pete’s work captures landscapes shaped as much by experience as by observation. \nWe are showing Pete’s work alongside ceramics by Jessica Jordan. Her work takes aerial views of West Sussex landscapes\, downs\, seascapes and seasonal patterns\, and translates them into sculptural vessels\, wall hangings and bowls. Her pieces layer texture\, pattern and natural marks that recall erosion\, weathering and the passage of time.
URL:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/jottings/pete-jackman-layers-of-the-land/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:New Ashgate Gallery\, Wagon Yard/Lower Church La\, Farnham\, GU9 7PS\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vantagepointmag.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Orford-Ness-Small-Oil-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="New Ashgate Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@newashgate.org.uk
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR