The Wisley gardening teams have been busy planting more than one hundred thousand tulip bulbs in preparation for a breathtaking burst of spring colour. Vibrant displays of tulips transform the garden from March to May, in front of the Old Laboratory, along the Jellicoe Canal with bold hues, beautiful shapes and staggered flowering times. Included […]
Join the Wind in the Willows Trail celebrating the 95th anniversary of the much-loved EH Shepard illustrations of Kenneth Grahame’s book, published by Farshore, Harper Collins. This interactive trail is a celebration of nature, the great outdoors, and fun with friends encouraging children to explore and discover wildlife in our gardens, the perfect setting for […]
Watts Gallery presents a major exhibition celebrating one of Britain’s most influential designers. The Art of Wallpaper: Morris & Co is a vibrant exhibition exploring the beauty, craftsmanship and enduring appeal of William Morris’s iconic designs. Featuring more than 45 original wallpapers from the archives of Morris & Co., this exhibition offers a rare opportunity […]
Join in the Great Garden Game-a-thon over half term. Challenge all the family to compete over traditional garden games and enjoy the fun. Included in normal garden admission – book in advance for the best price tickets.
Join in the Great Garden Game-a-thon over half term. Challenge all the family to compete over traditional garden games and enjoy the fun. Included in normal garden admission – book in advance for the best price tickets.
The Peaslake Players present 'Things I know to be True' - a remarkable play about familial love in all its forms. Written by award-winning Australian writer Andrew Bovell, it follows the lives of Bob and Fran Price and their four children as they tackle what life throws at them, through good times and bad. Their […]
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. This seasonal display brings together established names and emerging talent, with each […]
Art Exhibition | Women Change Makers The "Women Change Makers" portrait exhibition highlights the extraordinary journeys of women who have defied societal norms and paved the way for future generations. The "Women Change Makers" portrait exhibition, in collaboration with a legacy podcast station, celebrates women who have challenged societal norms and paved the way for […]
Join them on 25 April or 2 May 2026, from 10am–12pm at Drill Hall Road, Dorking, Surrey, RH4 1GL. Visitors can enjoy an introduction to bowling, meet friendly members, and take in the beautiful setting, clubhouse and bar. It’s also a chance to learn about the club’s winter social schedule. The club asks that anyone […]
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.
Anna Collette Hunt is a contemporary ceramic artist celebrated for her intricate insect sculptures and immersive ceramic installations. Drawing inspiration from the natural world, she transforms insects, organic forms, and microscopic details into richly textured ceramic works that spark curiosity and wonder. Her practice blends nature, storytelling, and memory, resulting in artworks that invite close […]
This annual Project was initiated by the British Art Medal Society to support and encourage the art of lost-wax casting in bronze at British art colleges around the UK, focusing on the art of bas relief, a fantastic challenge for young artists to engage in, and at risk of being lost within the art curriculum. […]
New Ashgate Gallery in Farnham, Surrey, presents The Art of Place, an exhibition of original prints and works on paper by the Royal Society of Painter-Printmakers (RE). The exhibition explores how place is experienced and remembered, and how landscape, memory and belonging can shape what we see. Artists respond in different ways, from direct observation […]
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 […]
Join two of our plant societies for this summer event for a show full of the wonderful colours of summer flowering iris and the beautiful foliage of hostas. Competitive iris classes, displays, plant sales, talks and demonstrations as well as the chance to chat with friendly experts for help and advice. Visit the 'slug stand' […]
A collection of inspirational original pieces of sculpture set within a magical woodland setting. The stunning works of art will be staged within the garden, adding further drama to the breath-taking show of over 300 rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias which burst into colour at Ramster throughout spring.
Family friendly, live music festival in Guildford, Surrey, with camping and glamping.
With bird song at its peak in May, it is the perfect time to present Miranda Rutter’s exquisitely crafted Bird Tunes, which has featured on BBC Radio 4’s Front Row. Fiddle player and composer Miranda Rutter is joined by Rob Harbron on concertina to present an exquisite suite of folk tunes with birdsong at their […]
Guildford Opera return to Holy Trinity Church, Guildford for their next show - Giuseppe Verdi’s King for a Day. His early comic masterpiece is a sparkling comedy of disguise, romance, and mistaken identity, presented in a stylish 1950s American setting, sung in English and accompanied by a chamber orchestra conducted by the music director, Lewis […]
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. A disillusioned and cynical teaching assistant meets her match in a troubled little Irish Traveller. Squidge follows Daisy as she navigates her new job […]
Coultershaw Heritage Site is open every Sunday Easter to 13th September. It is 1.5 miles south of Petworth and is rich in rural industrial heritage that includes a working waterwheel driven Beam Pump that was built in 1782 to supply river water to Petworth. We have special events on some Sundays. On the 21st June […]
The Peaslake Players present 'Things I know to be True' - a remarkable play about familial love in all its forms. Written by award-winning Australian writer Andrew Bovell, it follows the lives of Bob and Fran Price and their four children as they tackle what life throws at them, through good times and bad. Their […]
Art Exhibition | Women Change Makers The "Women Change Makers" portrait exhibition highlights the extraordinary journeys of women who have defied societal norms and paved the way for future generations. The "Women Change Makers" portrait exhibition, in collaboration with a legacy podcast station, celebrates women who have challenged societal norms and paved the way for […]
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.
A collection of inspirational original pieces of sculpture set within a magical woodland setting. The stunning works of art will be staged within the garden, adding further drama to the breath-taking show of over 300 rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias which burst into colour at Ramster throughout spring.
Guildford Coffee Club is a relaxed gathering on the last Sunday of every month, centred around coffee, conversation, and connection. Each session explores a different aspect of the coffee world — from origins and roasting to brewing and tasting — with plenty of time for open, mindful discussion. Tickets are £15 per session, with a […]
1 Pest Cottage Carron Lane, Midhurst, GU29 9LF. Opens Fri 29 May (2-5); Sun 31 May (1-5). Adm £5, chd free. This edge of woodland architect’s garden, of approximately 3⁄4 acre, sits on a sloping sandy site. Designed to support biodiversity, a series of outdoor spaces connected with informal paths through lightly managed areas, creates […]
Explore the beautiful outdoor areas of RHS Garden Wisley with your four-legged friend. Walkies at RHS Wisley events are a fantastic opportunity for you and your dog to enjoy our world-famous garden in the evening. Members and dogs go free, non-members £9.90 and £5. Visitors can book in advance or pay on the day.
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. A disillusioned and cynical teaching assistant meets her match in a troubled little Irish Traveller. Squidge follows Daisy as she navigates her new job […]
The Peaslake Players present 'Things I know to be True' - a remarkable play about familial love in all its forms. Written by award-winning Australian writer Andrew Bovell, it follows the lives of Bob and Fran Price and their four children as they tackle what life throws at them, through good times and bad. Their […]
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