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Surrey’s Premier Lifestyle Magazine
Whats on in Surrey this July & August
Linda Seward’s detailed diary of the best of what’s on in theatre, music, exhibitions, arts, sports and countryside over the coming weeks.
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Wings & Wheels, DunsfoldSaturday 27 and Sunday 28 August, 9am–9pm
A welcome return of this exciting family event on August bank holiday weekend. Both days offer so much, including a five hour airshow featuring The Red Arrows (pictured above), the Royal Navy Black Cats helicopterdisplay team, Typhoon, King Air, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and many more. In addition, for the ‘Wheels’ element this year, don’t miss the Brooklands motoring demonstration, a stunt zone featuring Steve ‘Showtime’ Colley showcasing amazing balance display skills on two
wheels, and a new Monster Truck show which promises to be a real treat. The Arena will feature aviation and motoring simulators, interactive car shows, children’s inflatables, a fairground and retail village with over 80 stands selling a variety of products and gifts. Weekend passes, Grandstand tickets and camping facilities are available and this year’s show supports Brooklands Museum and Help for Heroes in their fundraising.
Information: wingsandwheels.net
Photo Copyright: Steve Woods/newsteam.co.uk/HRP 28/08/10
Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 July
Tudor entertainment and revelry as seen at the court of Henry VIII are on offer this summer at Hampton Court Palace. The East Front Gardens will demonstrate the spectacle and sporting prowess of the joust as fully kitted out knights compete for glory. The Palace will also play host to The Luna Cinema as open air screenings come to Surrey. The schedule is Friday 12 August: Pretty Woman; Saturday 13 August: Jaws; Friday 2 September: Robin Hood and on Saturday 3 September: Notting Hill. Capacity is limited, so book early. Finally, the BBC Good Food Festival takes place at Hampton Court between Saturday 27 and Monday 29 August for three days of fabulous foodie activity, including tasty artisan producers, a star line-up of cooks and chefs, entertainment, family fun and live music. Not to be missed.
Information: hrp.org.uk
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Tudor Joust and other events, Hampton Court Palace, East MoleseySaturday 16 and Sunday 17 July
Tudor entertainment and revelry as seen at the court of Henry VIII are on offer this summer at Hampton Court Palace. The East Front Gardens will demonstrate the spectacle and sporting prowess of the joust as fully kitted out knights compete for glory. The Palace will also play host to The Luna Cinema as open air screenings come to Surrey. The schedule is Friday 12 August: Pretty Woman; Saturday 13 August: Jaws; Friday 2 September: Robin Hood and on Saturday 3 September: Notting Hill. Capacity is limited, so book early. Finally, the BBC Good Food Festival takes place at Hampton Court between Saturday 27 and Monday 29 August for three days of fabulous foodie activity, including tasty artisan producers, a star line-up of cooks and chefs, entertainment, family fun and live music. Not to be missed.
Information: hrp.org.uk
